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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

One Million Items Collected! Taco Bell® Sauce Container U.S. Recycling Program

For years, Taco Bell’s iconic hot sauce packets have been part of fans’ biggest and boldest moments, from elevating everyday meals to inspiring fashion statements and even unforgettable marriage proposals.

Ditch “Aisle Anxiety” With Guiding Stars

According to a recent survey of US adults, more than a third of respondents experience “aisle anxiety” when grocery shopping. And 39% feel “overwhelmed” by all the options. The survey also found that the average shopper spends four minutes deliberating over each item.

Connecting Across Continents With Women of Cisco Networking Academy

Through Cisco Networking Academy, millions of learners each year gain the skills and credentials they need to lead, create, and thrive in the tech industry. Here, we’re showcasing a few of Cisco Networking Academy’s inspiring women and their unique career journeys.

How a Supplemental Insurance Safety Net Can Cover Any Path While You’re Growing Up

Life is full of unexpected moments, and unique choices and conventional milestones, like getting married or starting a new job, can be bypassed or reached at different times by different people.

Cisco and Quest Alliance Are Modernizing Vocational Training for India’s Next-Gen Workforce

When Priya first enrolled in a vocational training program at her local Industrial Training Institute (ITI) in northern India’s Haryana state, the prospect of a career in technology felt like a future that belonged to someone else.

Mastercard: A Billion Connected: How We’re Empowering Even More People on the Road to Financial Health

Over the past decade, nothing has reshaped the global economy more than digitalization. Nearly 80% of adults worldwide now have a bank or mobile money account, and 84% of adults in low‑ and middle‑income countries have a mobile phone.

Expanded Student-Athlete Mental Health Initiatives Tip Off During 2026 NCAA Final Four Weekend

LG Electronics USA partnered with the National Alliance on Mental Illness to enhance mental wellness resources at the host schools of the 2026 NCAA Final Four men’s and women’s college basketball tournaments Indiana University, Indianapolis and Arizona State University

Storytime and Stocks

Investment advisor Craig Robinson had an “A-ha!” moment during his bedtime storytelling routine with his daughters, inspiring the Bull and Bear financial literacy series. He introduced his first book in April 2022.

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.

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Responsible Production & Consumption

How Cascale, Fair Wear and SLCP Activate Human Rights Due Diligence at the Annual Meeting 2025

Cascale, Fair Wear, SLCP will dive deeper on creating impactful human rights due diligence at the Cascale Annual Meeting 2025 "A Movement for All."

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Building a Safer Future at Covia

Each September, Covia comes together for our company-wide Safety Day—a meaningful opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to one of our guiding principles, Safety First. At Covia, safety isn’t just a priority,

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Sofidel Strengthens U.S. Operations With Third Paper Machine Startup at Circleville Plant

Sofidel America has successfully started up a third paper machine at its integrated plant in Circleville, Ohio. The milestone, achieved on September 4, 2025, further consolidates the site’s role as the company’s largest and most important production hub worldwide.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Making Life Better for Seniors

August 21 is National Senior Citizens Day, but Regions associates are celebrating, serving and protecting seniors in our community all year long.

Events, Media & Communications

Inspiring The Next Generation of Entrepreneurs: 2025 FedEx/JA International Trade Challenge, Asia Pacific Winners Announced

Federal Express Corporation, one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, together with Junior Achievement (JA), announced the winners of the 2025 FedEx/JA International Trade Challenge Asia Pacific finals held at a live event in Singapore.

Social Impact & Volunteering

KeyBank and Cleveland Cavaliers Continue Commitment to Community Through Annual Food Distribution Event

On Friday, August 15, 2025, the Cleveland Cavaliers and KeyBank partnered to host the annual Cavaliers Community Market at The Salvation Army in West Park Corps, continuing their joint effort to tackle food insecurity in Northeast Ohio.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Strengthening Maternal Health in Somalia

In Somalia, where mothers face some of the world’s highest risks, the Damal Caafimaad project and Action Against Hunger are saving lives. Discover Maryan’s story and how stronger health systems are giving families hope for the future.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

AllianceBernstein - Governance Matters: Don’t Overlook Board Oversight

Most conversations around proxy voting focus on shareholder proposals and executive compensation. Meanwhile, the most significant votes tend to fly under the radar: director elections.

Health & Healthcare

Former Patient’s Gift Is Music to Bone Marrow Recipients’ Ears

Four years ago, Taylor Brown received a bone marrow transplant at the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta as treatment for severe aplastic anemia.

Health & Healthcare

Helping Drive Outcomes Through Community Health Engagement

Research shows that Americans only go to the doctor when they feel sick. In fact, nearly two in three people have a reactive approach to their health, rather than a proactive one — making appointments only when something feels “extremely wrong.”

Events, Media & Communications

Legacy Beauty Brand Mary Kay Debuts Miss Conceptions, a Social Media Series Set To Modernize & Destigmatize

Mary Kay Inc., a global beauty powerhouse with 60+ years of innovation, is furthering its mission of enriching the lives of women worldwide with the launch of Miss Conceptions.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Entergy Named As Finalist in the Inaugural Louisiana Energy Awards

In an effort to recognize Louisiana’s top leaders, companies and projects driving the state’s energy supply chain future, Entergy Louisiana has been named as a finalist in three categories in the inaugural fall Business Report’s 10/12 Industry Report Louisiana Energy Awards.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation Quarterly Giving Series: Q2 2025

Today we’re bringing you the latest quarterly giving series from The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation to highlight the great work being done in support of our mission to help inspire and enable youth sports participation.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Wesco Recognized as a 2025 Blackbaud Impact Awards Finalist

Wesco International is proud to announce that its corporate philanthropic program, Wesco Cares, has been named a finalist in the 2025 Blackbaud Impact Awards.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Traditional Medicinals® Achieves Fair for Life Certification, Advancing Ethical Sourcing Standards

Traditional Medicinals announced it has achieved Fair for Life certification as a brandholder, joining one of the world's most comprehensive and rigorous standards for social responsibility, environmental sustainability, and ethical trade.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Northwestern Mutual Recognizes Sept. 4 As National “goldeNMoments Day” To Shine a Light on Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Northwestern Mutual declares Sept. 4, "goldeNMoments™ Day" – timed to Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

Research, Reports & Publications

G&A Institute Issues Resource Paper on Asia-Pacific Sustainability Reporting Trends

Governance & Accountability Institute (G&A), a leading sustainability consulting and research firm, has issued a Resource Paper on trends in sustainability disclosure regulations in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region.

Environment

Drop by Drop Project Grant Recipients Tackle Wetlands Protection and Water Conservation Education With Funding From Sands

As grantees of the Drop by Drop Project, the University of Saint Joseph (USJ) in Macao and Waterways Watch Society in Singapore have conducted work to address wetlands protection, biodiversity preservation and water conservation education in their respective regions.

Sustainable Development Goals

TCS’ goIT Program Invites Students to Contribute Ideas for Preventing Conflict and Establishing Peace

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and empowerment by inviting North American students aged 6-17 to contribute their ideas for digital innovations capable of advancing peace by addressing UN 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Events, Media & Communications

How AI Is Disrupting Sustainability Reporting

Sustainability disclosure and reporting is evolving rapidly. AI automates data collection and analysis at unprecedented speed and is improving our understanding to how sustainability performance can drive business performance.

Innovation & Technology

GoDaddy Packs 2025 With AI Upgrades

Small businesses just got a midyear gift with a broad range of new AI-charged features from GoDaddy (NYSE: GDDY), making getting online and selling even easier.

Innovation & Technology

Biodiesel and the X15: Low-Carbon Power for 2027 and Beyond

For nearly 20 years, biodiesel has been approved by Cummins for use in its on-highway diesel engines.

Research, Reports & Publications

ScottsMiracle-Gro Releases 2025 Corporate Responsibility Report Highlighting Advancements in Recyclable Packaging, Waste Reduction and Water Conservation

ScottsMiracle-Gro released its 2025 Corporate Responsibility report detailing progress toward its environmental, social and governance goals that help guide its sustainability strategy. These goals are rooted in the Company’s purpose to GroMoreGood, everywhere.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Friday Night 5G Lights Champion Inola High School Kicks Off Football Season on NFL-Grade Turf

In Inola, Oklahoma, the high school football field is almost never empty. In the morning, the marching band takes the turf to rehearse. x

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Life-changing Laundry Solution Featured in BBC Podcast

More than half the global population washes clothes by hand, a task that's both time-consuming and labor-intensive.

Latest Campaigns

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...

2025 Performance Report

Entergy’s 2025 performance report, “Energy for a better future” presents an overview of our company’s 2025 achievements, future plans and strategies...

Aflac Stories

Get a closer look at the people, products and stories that make Aflac the company we know today.

IWBI | Workplace Wellness

A WELL Certified™ project has the potential to add measurable value to the health, well-being and happiness of people in the buildings. It can also...

Health and Safety by Antea Group

Antea Group's health and safety consultants understand what it takes to help make a positive impact on safety culture. Read blogs, insights, and more...

Community Investment

all community engagement efforts (e.g., Teach for All, volunteerism, etc.)

AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism

AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...

Working at Chemours

From the frontline to the back office, every Chemours employee knows they are a part of something bigger than themselves and are proud to be a part of...

Social Impact at Mastercard

At Mastercard, we’re powering economies and empowering people, building a sustainable economy where everyone prospers.

Nutrition and Health

Focus on preventing and treating malnutrition across life stages. Highlights include early detection, community-based treatment (e.g., MUAC screening...