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3M Volunteers Advance Hands-On Stem Learning

As part of a continued effort to inspire the next generation of scientists, 3M is partnering with DoSomething and Amazon MGM Studios to launch Project STEM Heroes, a nationwide program encouraging young people to explore STEM careers and recognize the mentors who sparked them.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Engage for Good Recognizes the Leaders Shaping Corporate Social Impact

Engage for Good

Environment

Water Stewardship: Why Global Trade Must Invest in the World’s Most Critical Resource

DP World

Environment

Assurant and AT&T Tree for Trade‑In Program Supports Ongoing Reforestation in California Through the Arbor Day Foundation

Arbor Day Foundation

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Pricing Water Risk and Scaling Climate Resilience

NatureVest

Responsible Production & Consumption

Why Living Incomes Matter

Fairtrade America

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Empowered to Build Better: Meet Venelin Krastev

GoDaddy

Environment

The Continuing Evolution of ESG Due Diligence: Why There Are Always Risks to Be Managed and Value to Be Created

Inogen Alliance

Events, Media & Communications

Heart Water Earns Water Stewardship, Resiliency and Water Positive Certifications for Its Rainwater Capture Technology at Its Buda, TX Facility

SCS Global Services

Featured Brands

Hope on Wheels: FedEx Supports The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army’s canteen trucks—many of them donated by FedEx—play a vital role in supporting communities around the world. While these mobile units are best known for providing meals, water, and comfort during natural disasters and other emergencies

3M Volunteers Advance Hands-On Stem Learning

As part of a continued effort to inspire the next generation of scientists, 3M is partnering with DoSomething and Amazon MGM Studios to launch Project STEM Heroes, a nationwide program encouraging young people to explore STEM careers and recognize the mentors who sparked them.

How To Go ‘Beyond Words’ With Acts of Compassion and Kindness

“Beyond Words” is a story of kindness, empathy and friendship, teaching readers of all ages to express compassion without needing to say a word. The book follows Buddy as he discovers how to support a friend coming home from the hospital.

Gina Adams Honored by Dress for Success As Part of Women Who Inspire Campaign

Gina Adams, Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary at FedEx, has been recognized by Dress for Success Worldwide as part of its annual Women Who Inspire global campaign.

Prosperity Now Receives $1 Million Wells Fargo Foundation Grant to Support VITA Organizations Nationwide

Prosperity Now receives a $1 million dollar Wells Fargo Foundation grant to support IRS-certified Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) organizations nationwide. Grant expands access to trusted, no-cost tax return preparation services.

PNC Announces New Initiatives to Inspire Outdoor Learning, Classroom Innovation Through PNC Grow Up Great

The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc., is kicking off Great Month, its annual celebration of PNC Grow Up Great® and high-quality early childhood education, by announcing new initiatives with two longtime collaborators.

Finding Courage in a Feathered Friend

But on that overwhelming day, Arlo was handed something unexpected: a small, soft feathered companion with a gentle heartbeat and a peaceful expression. It was My Special Aflac Duck®, a robotic comfort companion designed for children facing cancer and sickle cell disease.

Scaling Impact and Connectivity Through Technology Donations at Cisco

Through the Cisco Foundation and our corporate Social Impact Investments (SII), we support organizations that use technology in bold, innovative ways — from saving energy to saving lives. 

Medtronic Returns to Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies List for Second Year in a Row

Medtronic, a global leader in healthcare technology, is proud to announce its inclusion in Fast Company’s World’s Most Innovative Companies list of 2026. The company earned a spot for its BrainSense™ Adaptive DBS therapy for people with Parkinson’s, which was approved by the U.S.

Where Water Flows, Equality Grows: FedEx and Water Mission Bring Relief After Hurricane Melissa

When Hurricane Melissa made landfall on October 28, 2025, Jamaica faced one of the most powerful storms ever recorded in the Atlantic.

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Environment

Alternative Lawn Love for Clover - with ScottsMiracle-Gro

As heat and drought are becoming more prevalent throughout the country, many are considering alternatives to traditional turfgrass. One promising option is clover, which offers natural resilience and requires less maintenance compared to conventional turfgrasses.

Environment

Global Heat Reduction Registry Sheds New Light on Climate Solutions

The Global Heat Reduction Initiative (GHR) formally launches two innovative programs to accelerate the fight against climate change. Both aim to measurably draw down excess heat trapped in the atmosphere.

Education

Meet the Climate Week NYC Lead Organizers at Our Exclusive Preview!

Going to Climate Week NYC this year or just curious what all the hype is about? Want to know how you can attend remotely?

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Trane Technologies Recognized by TIME, PEOPLE and Fortune for Workforce, Culture and Commitment to Sustainability

Trane Technologies was recently recognized for workplace excellence, uplifting culture and its commitment to sustainability by TIME, PEOPLE and Fortune.

Research, Reports & Publications

Organon Issues 2023 ESG Report, Highlighting Strides in Women’s Health Equity and Environmental Stewardship

Organon (NYSE: OGN), a global healthcare company with a focus on women’s health, today released its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report.

Research, Reports & Publications

First-of-Its-Kind Analysis of Corporate Disclosures Shows Food Sector Makes Progress on Reducing Direct Emissions but Is Slow To Address Supply Chain Emissions

As more comprehensive climate reporting rules go into effect worldwide, a new Ceres analysis of corporate disclosures in the food sector finds that companies are making progress towards reducing direct greenhouse gas emissions.

Events, Media & Communications

40 Stars Across NBCUniversal’s Portfolio Join Forces in the Latest “The More You Know” Campaign, Marking 35 Years of This Award-Winning Platform

This year’s campaign features talent from across NBCU’s portfolio, including NBC, Peacock, NBCUniversal News Group, and Universal Pictures, addressing the topics of mentorship, mental health, kindness, staying active, caregiving and voting.

Events, Media & Communications

Exclusive Preview: Climate Week NYC for Impact Communicators

Is it too much to create an advent calendar for Climate Week NYC? We don’t think so - our anticipation for the largest annual climate gathering of its kind is that high.

Innovation & Technology

Schneider Electric Launches Zeigo™ Activate Lite, an Enhanced Version of Its Complimentary Subscription Plan for Comprehensive Emissions Management

Schneider Electric, the global leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, is proud to announce the latest enhancements to Zeigo Activate, part of its flagship decarbonization SaaS platform.

Diversity & Inclusion

Creating Resources for our Customers: Meet Paul Allen

I didn't start my career in IT until I was 22 (I'm 35 now). I gained interest in tech whilst on tour with the United Nations in Cyprus, where I completed IT courses during my downtime.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Fifth Third Expands Free Digital Financial Education Programs for Students

As students head back to school this fall to learn reading, writing and arithmetic, Fifth Third is expanding access to its award-winning Fifth Third Bank Finance Academy® financial literacy educational program.

Events, Media & Communications

Cintas Once Again Hosts the NFFF 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at TQL Stadium

Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) will once again host the 2024 National Fallen Firefighter Foundation (NFFF) 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at TQL Stadium on September 7 at 8 a.m.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

SEE Australia Earns 2024 Worldstar Global Packaging GOLD Award for Sustainability for CRYOVAC® Brand Darfresh® Rollstock

Proud of our Australia team, who received the 2024 Worldstar Global Packaging GOLD Award for sustainability for CRYOVAC® brand Darfresh® Rollstock!

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Marathon Petroleum Transport Driver Ricky Choate Named National Driver All-Star

Marathon Petroleum Transport Driver Ricky Choate was honored when he found out he was named a 2024 National Driver All-Star by the National Private Truck Council (NPTC).

Diversity & Inclusion

Bath & Body Works Spotlights Perfumer Adriana Medina and Designer Carolina Martinez Rodulfo for Hispanic Heritage Month

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Bath & Body Works is spotlighting perfumer Adriana Medina and Bath & Body Works designer Carolina Martinez Rodulfo and offering an exclusive candle collection they brought to life.

Environment

Safety in Design: The Next Frontier in Design Processes

Join us for our webinar, Safety in Design: The Next Frontier in Design Processes, where we will further define Safety in Design, discuss what elements make up a successful Safety in Design program, and demonstrate the benefits of implementing this practice across industries.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

American Invests in the Future of Aviation Maintenance With New Jobs, Additional Work

American Airlines announced nearly 500 new aviation maintenance jobs and additional lines of heavy maintenance work at the carrier’s maintenance bases in Charlotte, North Carolina; Pittsburgh; and Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

CACI Adopts NCMA Contract Management Standard

CACI International Inc (NYSE: CACI) announced today that it has joined a select few early adopters of the National Contract Management Association’s (NCMA) Contract Management Standard™ (CMS).

Energy

New York City Takes Its Biggest Step Yet for Offshore Wind

New York City will soon be home to one of the nation's largest offshore wind projects. In June, developers broke ground at the municipal South Brooklyn Marine Terminal (SBMT), an old container and general cargo port facility occupying 73 acres

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Verger Celebrates 10th Anniversary With Carbon Neutral Event Using Climate Vault’s Event Emissions Calculator

With deep non-profit roots, Verger's ESG impact is an important part of their company culture & a leading factor in business decisions. In 2024, the Verger team celebrated their 10th anniversary with a carbon neutral event by leveraging Climate Vault's Event Emissions Calculator.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Chemours Achieves Better Climate Challenge Emissions Reduction Goal

Today, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recognized Chemours for achieving its emissions reduction goal as a partner in the Better Climate Challenge.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Redefining How Buildings Use Energy

Over the past several decades, the energy system has steadily evolved to include more renewable energy sources.

Education

Unlock New Opportunities With Discovery Education's Free Grant Guide for K-12 Educators

Edtech leader Discovery Education is offering teachers and administrators a free guide to applying for government and private grants.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Accomplished in Her Own Wright

During National Black Business Month, Regions Bank is highlighting the powerful difference Black entrepreneurs make in our communities. Here, we revisit a teenaged small-business owner who created a solution to address a real challenge.

Diversity & Inclusion

From Opposite Ends of the Earth, the Same Story: Women Push for Positive Change

Today, those words of advice still resonate with Karen, who is Viatris’ Head of Compliance for Japan, Australia, New Zealand and South Korea. And they remind her of how many women have had to become overachievers just to secure their place in the world.

Latest Campaigns

PSEG Strength in Service, Sandy and Beyond

Ten years after Superstorm Sandy raged across the East Coast, PSE&G continues to protect customers’ utility service from the damaging impact of...

Kingfisher Around the World

The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...

KeyBank Foundation: Helping Communities Thrive through Education, Workforce Development, and Service

KeyBank Foundation helps build thriving communities by supporting organizations and programs that foster thriving students and a thriving workforce...

Aflac Voices

Hear from Aflac’s senior leaders and subject matter experts about industry trends and more.

Local Communities

The principals of living and working in synergy with the communities in which we operate, as well as collaborating on projects that benefit those...

Climate Action & Environmental Management

Reach net-zero carbon in our own operations by 2030 and partner with suppliers to reduce their climate impact.

Financial health

At Wells Fargo, we're opening pathways to economic advancement for racially and ethnically diverse and low- and moderate-income individuals and...

Subaru Love Promise: Environment

Subaru works to reduce waste, safeguard resources for future generations, and preserve natural spaces – making real, meaningful commitments to these...

Community Impact

Advancing our communities worldwide through philanthropic investments, partnerships, and employee volunteerism.

Kingfisher Around the World

The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...