Evaluation of Corporate Social Responsibility in Selected Manufacturing Industries in Cavite

Authors: Lois Margaret B. Atangan, Marjorie C. Oma, and Gerry M. Castillo

Abstract: The main purpose of this study was to evaluate the corporate social responsibility of the selected manufacturing industries in Cavite. To achieve that goal, it is necessary to reach the objectives of this research. Current status of CSR program were identified. Related to the literature of this research, it became important to understand the impact of CSR, ways on how CSR contribute in the development of the community and also the barriers or issues that affect CSR of the companies. To provide an accurate measure of data, constructing a survey questionnaire that is related to the corporate social responsibility were developed. Based on the findings, the selected manufacturing industries in Cavite has CSR programs in their organization. Majority of the organizations allocate budget for CSR based on the decision of the top management. However, some of the organizations were not actively participating in that activities. Positive and negative response came up on the impact of implementing CSR. Organizations perceived that the benefit of CSR give an opportunity and risk in their business. Though they implement CSR, the organization still lack of specific legislation regarding on the development of initiatives in the field of being socially responsible in the community and environment. Moreover, majority of the participants answered that CSR responds to the development of needs, concerns and priorities of workers, communities and firms. They provide charitable contributions, employee volunteer programs, corporate involvement and product safety and quality in the community.

Keyworsds: Corporate Social Responsibility, Manufacturing Industries, Barriers and issues