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Diversity & Inclusion Committee: Matching Gift Program
August 5, 2020
Benesch’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee endorses key values designed to promote an environment in which differences are respected, employees are treated fairly and individual skills and talents are valued.
Firm Donation Matching Program
Benesch is committed to making a meaningful difference in the communities in which we live and work. As part of this commitment, Benesch implemented a donation matching gift program, agreeing to match up to $2,500 per employee for donations made to approved 501(c)(3) organizations. Over the past five years, we are pleased to share that more than $180,000 has been donated through our matching gift program.
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