We want to change the world through inspiring early–stage corporate philanthropy. Pledge 1% is an easy way to leverage a portion of your future success to support nonprofits in your community. It’s a small commitment today that can make a huge impact tomorrow. The sooner you start, the easier it is–so join your fellow founders by making a pledge today!" [1]
In the list are companies like Atlassian, Salesforce, and Yelp.
The pledge is either 1% of equity, time, product, or profit.
The investor expects a tangible direct benefit from the investment. A philanthropist expects only the benefit of humanity as a whole, and maybe her own good feelings; or if you are cynical, prestige.
"Building a Movement of Corporate Philanthropy
We want to change the world through inspiring early–stage corporate philanthropy. Pledge 1% is an easy way to leverage a portion of your future success to support nonprofits in your community. It’s a small commitment today that can make a huge impact tomorrow. The sooner you start, the easier it is–so join your fellow founders by making a pledge today!" [1]
In the list are companies like Atlassian, Salesforce, and Yelp.
The pledge is either 1% of equity, time, product, or profit.
[1] https://pledge1percent.org