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A corporation’s holistic approach to “doing good,” the CEP is about improving the quality of life, making a difference, and developing the combination of knowledge, skills, values, trust and motivation among people to give back. This includes programs and initiatives that provide and support activities such as volunteering, pro bono service, in-kind giving, philanthropy, sponsorship, cause marketing, neighboring, and nonpartisan information sharing. (See also: “Civic Engagement”) Goods, products, services, or equipment that are donated to an organization or cause but would not be considered a financial contribution. For example, donation of computers no longer being used by a corporation, or purchase of food for a community event. The act of using one’s personal commitment to secure additional funds, resources, or commitments from other institutions. For example, a corporation’s monetary contribution that is then matched by its suppliers and other business partners. The act of making a grant or financial donation to a cause, organization, or individual. The process of individuals using professional skills (or donating skilled labor) in service on an issue or in service to a nonprofit organization. Also known as skills-based volunteering, this can include, but is not limited to, services such as accounting, marketing, finance, graphic design, and technology.