Living Wage Toolkit
Empower your nonprofit workers and promote pay equity.
Our free, step-by-step guide helps you:
- Educate yourself about establishing a living wage program
- Assess if your nonprofit is providing an equitable living wage
- Build a business case for your organizations
- Begin getting key stakeholders on board
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Why consider a living wage?
A living wage ensures that all employees have the means to cover their basic needs and helps organizations foster a thriving workforce and build more resilient communities.
Establishing a living wage is essential for supporting employee well-being, enhancing internal equity, and elevating your organization’s operational efficiencies.
Benefits of a Living Wage
The Employer
- Creates easier, faster recruiting cycle
- Reduces turnover and increases morale and engagement
- Promotes high performing culture
- Enhances organizational reputation
- Reduces legal exposure
- Increases productivity
The Employee
- Enables ability to provide for basic needs
- Reduces stress and provides choices
- More likely to have just one job (your job!)
- Stronger work/life balance
The Community
- Enables workers to buy goods and services in their communities, increasing demand and stimulating local economic growth
- Creates broader tax base for the government to invest in infrastructure and services
Need help creating or implementing a living wage program?
By partnering with C3 Nonprofit Consulting Group, you’ll gain access to expert advice, actionable insights, and a supportive network dedicated to accelerating your impact.
We’re committed to empowering nonprofit organizations with the tools and knowledge needed to adopt and maintain living wage standards. We’ll help you navigate the complexities of nonprofit compensation and talent management with a focus on equity, sustainability, and community impact.