And by leveraging the things a company does well on the commercial side, the philanthropic side can flourish. In lieu of a stated philanthropic program, they've created a business plan that can benefit the world and create a more sustainable linens industry. It’s also an example of a company that strives for innovation in both its philanthropic and business ventures. These companies – and many more – have aligned their value and values to create a meaningful positive impact in 2017. In 2018, expect corporate giving to continue to grow in both scale and impact, as more and more companies integrate their philanthropy with their core mission.

Source: Forbes November 28, 2017 16:41 UTC