Benefits Of A Year-Round Mission

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This time of year is all about giving thanks and giving back. But for some companies, the season never stops: Through their work, employee initiatives, and volunteer programs, they find ways to make serving their communities a year-round mission.

If you want your work to have an impact on the world, take a look at these five for-profit companies that give back all year long. (Want even more? Check out our list of 10 nonprofits that are doing amazing things—and are great places to work,

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