99% Utilisation in our First Year99% Utilisation in our First Year

People Are Actually Using It, and That Changes Everything

It’s been exactly a year since launching Givenwell, and we’ve achieved something most workplace wellbeing programmes struggle with: real engagement.
Our first cohort of teams used 99% of their wellbeing allowances. That tells us everything we need to know. Givenwell works because it fits into people’s real lives. It’s flexible, easy to use, and tailored to individual wellbeing.
This is a major shift from traditional models. Programmes like EAP average around 5% utilisation. They’re reactive and often only accessed when people are already struggling. From day one, our focus has been on early support, not crisis response. We trust people to know what they need.
And the results speak for themselves:

• In our most recent member survey, the number of people rating their wellbeing as “great” doubled.
• There was a 30% increase in employees saying they feel fully engaged in their roles, which we know directly improves how people connect and contribute at work.
• With staff retention one of the toughest challenges for organisations right now, 19% more employees said they were likely to stay long term after using Givenwell.

Based on member feedback, usage trends, and engagement and retention benchmarks, we estimate an average return of $2,938 per employee using Givenwell.
This milestone means more than just numbers. It’s a signal that something better is possible. People want to care for their wellbeing. They just need the right tools. It’s still early days, but the signs are strong.
So today, we’re celebrating: a shift toward healthier, more human workplaces, and proof that when you invest in people early, they respond.