This report outlines strategies for companies to strengthen community relations and create meaningful social impact. It highlights alignment with the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and recommends four main approaches: advancing CSR/ESG initiatives, engaging in corporate philanthropy, supporting local business growth, and encouraging entrepreneurship. Seramount’s 2022 Inclusion Index data shows that 60% of companies participated in community initiatives, with most DEI nonprofit funding directed toward organizations serving women (24%) and Black communities (25%), underscoring the growing link between corporate purpose and community engagement.
