GiftCard Partners Blog

Every year, millions of volunteers dedicate their time and talents to nonprofits across the country, helping them fulfill their missions and serve their communities. It might surprise you to learn that according to a study by the Independent Sector, the value of volunteer time for 2023 is estimated at $31.80 per hour. That's a staggering amount, which underscores the immense contribution made by volunteers. This National Charity Day, (September 5th, 2023), it's time for nonprofits to say "thank you" in a unique and practical way—through the use of gift cards.

Volunteers are the lifeblood of nonprofit organizations, fueling their missions with passion and dedication. Recognizing and appreciating these invaluable contributors is not only a moral obligation but also a strategic investment in the success and sustainability of your nonprofit. In this article, we will explore the best ways to recognize volunteers in your nonprofit organization, ensuring they feel valued and motivated to continue their important work.

Employee and customer engagement are key to any business’s success in the current climate. For employers, engaging employee populations at work ensures productivity, motivation and longer term, employee satisfaction and retention. On the customer side, in the current economic climate, retaining customers and reducing churn can be as important to a business as gaining new customers. Ensuring customers are engaged with your business helps support retention initiatives. Keep reading to learn how gift card incentive and reward programs can help drive engagement with employees and customers by continuously providing value and building positive associations with your brand and business.

According to a comprehensive report by Pew Research Center, around 29% of Americans view their job as stressful and 19% find it overwhelming. Employee satisfaction plays a pivotal role in the long-term success of any business. In this article, we will explore the significance of employee satisfaction and its impact on business.

GiftCard Partners Announces American Express® Virtual Reward Cards Added to Gift Card Brand Distribution

Partnership allows companies and organizations to easily order and send American Express^® Virtual Reward Cards to their employees, customers, and other rewards programs.