Change.org Culture | Comparably
Change.org Claimed Company
Change.org is the world’s largest tech platform for people-powered, social change. More than half a billion people across more than 196 countries use our technology-driven petition and campaign tools to speak up on issues they’re passionate about. read more
EMPLOYEE
PARTICIPANTS
63
TOTAL
RATINGS
1639

Change.org Company Culture

Change.org Culture

This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews
4.3/5
Change.org's Overall Culture is rated B+

Change.org CEO

Top 10%Top 10% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Ben Rattray Change.org's CEO
Ben Rattray
84 /100

Diversity at Change.org

Top 25%Top 25% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
B

Diverse employees at Change.org have rated Happiness, Leadership, and Compensation as the highest categories they have scored

Women at Change.org

Top 30%Top 30% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
B

Women at Change.org have rated Happiness, Manager, and Team as the highest categories they have scored

Change.org eNPS

Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"
Top 25%Top 25% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably

Recommend to a Friend?

51

Change.org employees are 51% more likely to recommend Change.org as a great place to work

55%Promoters
41%Passives
4%Detractors

Working at Change.org

Working at Change.org is rated highly by 63 employees, across various culture dimensions. Change.org employees are most satisfied about Happiness, Manager, and CEO Rating categories, putting Change.org’s culture in the Top 20% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 10% compared to other companies in San Francisco. See below in detail how working at Change.org was rated by employees.

Overall Company Culture at Change.org

B+

Overall Company Culture at Change.org is rated B+

Last updated months ago

Top
20%

Change.org ranks in the Top 20% of other companies on Comparably with 51-200 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score

Overall Company Culture Score by Department

This graph details how each department scores their Overall Company Culture

Results from 63 Employees

View Results
0
20
40
60
80
100
Product
92
Product92
Operations
91
Operations91
Communications
89
Communications89
Marketing
86
Marketing86
Engineering
83
Engineering83

Change.org Employee Reviews

Out of 171 Change.org employee reviews, 96% were positive. The remaining 4% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Change.org improve their work culture.

96%
4%
Positive Reviews96%
Constructive Feedback4%

Positive Reviews From Change.org Employees

  • What is the best part about your compensation package?
    The best part of the benefits package is the perk of receiving unlimited time off and also unlimited sick days. The work life balance is unlike any company I have worked for before. They truly treat their employees like they are human beings who have lives outside of work and value their well being.

Change.org Company Information

Change.org Company Overview

Change.org is the world’s largest tech platform for people-powered, social change. More than half a billion people across more than 196 countries use our technology-driven petition and campaign tools to speak up on issues they’re passionate about.

Change.org was founded in 2007 and its current CEO is Ben Rattray. Since its inception 19 years ago, Change.org has grown to 150 employees.

Change.org Mission, Vision & Values

Change.org Mission Statement

Our mission is to empower people everywhere to create the change they want to see.

Change.org Vision Statement

Our vision is to build a digital platform for better democracies.

Change.org Values

  • We drive ambitious change
  • We build connection
  • We are courageously candid
  • We embrace openness
  • We take reponsibility
HeadquarterRemote
San Francisco, CA 94104
United States of America
Websitewww.change.org
Founding Date2007
Company StatusPrivate
Jobswww.change.org/careers
Social Sites
  • Fighting systemic inequality can be difficult but it's imperative for companies to take responsibility for their part in the problem, especially when it comes to compensation. Learn how we pay our people ethically and equitably at Change.org.
  • NYC does weekly lunch on Thursdays <3
  • We take launching our new values very seriously...
  • Lunch break in Melbourne!
  • Hanging out in SF
  • Team retreat in Mexico City!
  • Photo booth fun at the company retreat, Ready for Change
  • Check out the API Community Resource Group at change.org

Change.org Employees

Change.org has 150 employees. 63 employees at Change.org have reviewed Change.org across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.

Overall, the 63 Change.org employees give their leadership a grade of A, or Top 10% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.

Employees at Change.org are extremely happy with their total compensation at Change.org, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.

Overall, employees at Change.org are extremely happy with their team. 63 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a B. The majority believe the meetings at Change.org are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.

The majority of employees at Change.org believe the environment at Change.org is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Change.org is comfortably fast. About 82% of the employees at Change.org work 8 hours or less.

Overall, the employees at Change.org are happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.

A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life
Change.org employees generally work 8.1 hrs a day
Work Hours
A Day in the Life
Employees at Change.org report the work pace is comfortably fast
Work Pace
A Day in the Life
97% of Change.org employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
Change.org employees most often take unlimited paid vacation and sick days each year
Perks & Benefits
A Day in the Life
94% of Change.org employees report they are happy with their work life balance
Work Life Balance
A Day in the Life
Change.org employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Once a month
Feedback
A Day in the Life
97% of Change.org employees call their work environment positive
Environment

Joining Change.org - Employee Onboarding

The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in San Francisco about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. San Francisco employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 78% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.

Change.org KPIs and OKRs

Employees’ understanding of Change.org's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 51 Change.org employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 47 have said yes.

AnswerPercent
Yes92%
No8%
Are your company's goals clear, and are you invested in them?
AnswerPercent
Yes0%
No0%
Are the KPIs/OKRs for your department clear?

Change.org CEO & Leadership

Ben Rattray Change.org's CEO
84 /100

Change.org CEO Awards and Recognitions

Best CEOs 2024 (Small & Midsize Companies)

Change.org’s CEO Ben Rattray started in this role in 2007. Ben’s approval rate is in the Top 10% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 5% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in San Francisco. With a high CEO score, Ben Rattray has won the Best CEOs in 2024. Change.org’s CEO is highly regarded especially by employees in the Product department, employees in the Operations department, and employees identified with Other ethnicities. However, employees with the company for 1 to 2 Years, employees with 1 to 3 Years experience, and employees in the Marketing department have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Under Rattray’s leadership, Change.org employee respondents are most happy about their Happiness and the company’s Manager. Meetings and Outlook are two areas, according to respondents, where Change.org could stand to see real improvement.

Change.org Leadership

The Change.org Executive Team is rated an “A” and led by CEO Ben Rattray, COO Benjamin Joffe-Walt, and Vice President, North America Rebecca Wilson

  • Ben Rattray  CEO / President

    Ben Rattray CEO / President

    Ben Rattray is the Founder & Executive Chair of Change.org, the world's largest platform for social change. He has been... read more

  • Benjamin Joffe-Walt COO

    Benjamin Joffe-Walt serves as the COO of Change.org.

  • Rebecca Wilson Vice President, North America

    Rebecca Wilson serves as the Vice President, North America of Change.org. Rebecca started at Change.org in Jul of 2018.... read more

  • Danny Moldovan Head of Operations & Legal Affairs

    Danny Moldovan serves as the Head of Operations & Legal Affairs of Change.org. Danny currently resides in the Greater... read more

  • Michael Jones Managing Director of Campaigns and Spokesperson, North America

    Michael Jones serves as the Managing Director of Campaigns and Spokesperson, North America of Change.org. Michael... read more

  • Nick Allardice Vice President, Product Management & Design

    Nick Allardice serves as the Vice President, Product Management & Design of Change.org. Nick currently resides in the... read more

  • Fabien Chazot VP of Engineering

    Fabien Chazot serves as the VP of Engineering of Change.org. Fabien currently resides in the San Francisco Bay Area.

  • Jonathan B Head of Security

    Jonathan B serves as the Head of Security of Change.org. Jonathan currently resides in the San Francisco Bay Area.

  • Melissa Benjamin Chief Of Staff to the COO

    Melissa Benjamin serves as the Chief Of Staff to the COO of Change.org.

Change.org Salaries

How much does Change.org pay?

How much do people at Change.org get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Change.org is $123,958, or $59 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $145,256, or $69 per hour.

At Change.org, the highest paid job is a Director of Engineering at $184,630 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $56,155 annually. Average Change.org salaries by department include: Finance at $85,729, Product at $134,506, Operations at $99,819, and IT at $104,953. Half of Change.org salaries are above $145,256.

61 employees at Change.org rank their Compensation in the Top 15% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 142 ratings) while 61 employees at Change.org rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 10% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 111 ratings).

Last updated months ago.

1st Percentile
$84k
$84k1st Percentile
20th Percentile
$115k
$115k20th Percentile
40th Percentile
$145k
$145k40th Percentile
60th Percentile
$213k
$213k60th Percentile
80th Percentile
$248k
$248k80th Percentile
100th Percentile
$350k
$350k100th Percentile
$123,958*
Average Compensation
$145,256*
Median Compensation

* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.

Change.org Salaries by Department

Explore Change.org Salaries

Diversity & Inclusion at Change.org

Diverse employees at Change.org score the company 87/100 across various culture categories, placing Change.org in the Top 25% of companies on Comparably with 51-200 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Change.org across various culture dimensions.

Change.org has a mission to cultivate a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture where every employee feels valued, connected, and inspired to contribute their best. We aim to enhance engagement through meaningful interactions, continuous development opportunities, and fostering a sense of community and belonging.

Ranked Culture the Highest

Women 90/100
Department - Operations
Men 82/100
Department - Engineering
Diverse Employees 90/100
Department - Communications

Ranked Culture the Lowest

Women 84/100
Department - Engineering
Men N/A/100
Diverse Employees 86/100
Department - Engineering

Change.org Perks & Benefits

Discounts through Perk Spot; Telehealth visits through Kaiser and One Medical; Company-sponsored Employee Assistance Programs; FSA and Commuter Benefits; Modern Health; Company-wide Days Off; Recharge Days Off;

Health & Wellness

  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

  • PTO / Vacation Policy
  • Paid Holidays
  • Maternity / Paternity Leave

Financial Benefits

  • 401K / Retirement Plan
  • Performance Bonus

Office Perks

  • Free Food
  • Pet-Friendly
  • Company Social Outings
  • Work From Home Policy

Change.org PTO

Change.org's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives unlimited days off a year. Paid Time Off is Change.org's most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 67% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. Change.org's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $1500 - $2500 cash value per month.

AnswerPercent
Flex Time0%
Vacation Policy67%
Office Meals33%
401k Contribution0%
Childcare0%
Other than healthcare, which of the following benefits is most important to you?
AnswerPercent
Yes0%
No0%
Does your boss expect you to work when you're on vacation?
AnswerPercent
$2500+/mo0%
$1500 - $2500/mo100%
$1000 -$1500/mo0%
$500 -$1000/mo0%
Less than $500/mo0%
What do you estimate the cash value of your benefits to be? Healthcare, PTO, etc?

Frequently Asked Questions regarding Change.org

What is Change.org address?

Change.org location is at Remote

Who is the CEO of Change.org?

Change.org CEO is Ben Rattray, their score by employees is 84

What is Change.org eNPS?

The eNPS for Change.org is 51

What is the salary for UI/UX Designer in Change.org?

UI/UX Designer average salary in the US is 107k

What are the salaries in the Business Development in Change.org?

The average salaries for Business Development in Change.org is 110k

×
Rate your company