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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

It Takes a Village: Northwestern Mutual’s Case for Community Revitalization

Ways of doing business are shifting from a narrowed focus on solely revenue, to a broader vision focused on a company’s purpose to serve all stakeholders, including employees, customers, communities and the environment.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Qualcomm: Supporting Policies That Encourage Innovation

We have been a committed partner to countries around the world for more than 30 years, supporting policies that encourage innovation, foster the advancement of mobile technology and enable business-friendly environments globally.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Washington Hero’s Home Makeover: Team Depot and Semper Fi Join Forces To Honor Veteran

During his third combat tour with the United States Air Force in May 2011, Technical Sergeant Dan Fye was severely injured by an improvised explosive device (IED). He sustained major damage to his lower limbs.

Sustainable Development Goals

American Airlines Participates in First-of-Its-Kind Research on Contrail Avoidance

American Airlines announced the findings of a first-of-its-kind study on contrail avoidance, with results verified by satellite imagery, aimed at reducing aviation’s environmental impact.

Environment

Rayonier Foresters Build Plans Around Protecting Gopher Tortoises

Gopher tortoises are just one of a myriad of wildlife Rayonier protects on its land. For example, throughout the U.S., we protect the American Bald Eagle and its nest. In the Pacific Northwest, we protect Northern Spotted Owls and Marbled Murrelets.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

From the Major Leagues to the Southern Company Team

With a background in nutrition, functional movement and injury recovery, Cole now applies his skills every day in his role with Southern Company.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Clorox Cup Winners Take the Prize for Safety and Sustainability Leadership

Winning the Clorox Cup was a recognition of the great teamwork in Mexico by our people who consistently play to win and do the right thing — reflective of our company values.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

My Special Aflac Duck® Makes New Friends at the General Meeting of the Japan Medical Association

With nearly 24,000 My Special Aflac Ducks delivered free of charge in the United States, Northern Ireland and Japan to date, it’s no surprise to see one in the hands of a pediatric cancer or sickle cell patient. But in April, the cuddly companion was a special guest.

Health & Healthcare

How Genetic Technologies Can Empower More People With Information

After earning a graduate degree in genetic counseling, Zoë Milgrom’s first job immediately exposed her to the difficult reality of putting her education into practice. In various obstetric and pediatric units at a major public hospital in Sydney, she supported families.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Principal® Survey Finds Businesses Are Growing While Employees Are Less Confident

A recent survey from Principal Financial Group® shows a disparity between U.S. employers and their employees in financial health and well-being. As employer sentiment and business health remains steady, there are opportunities for employers to support employee financial health.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Gildan To Donate $150,000 To Empower Canadian Students To Address Global Sustainability Issues Through McGill University

Gildan is pleased to share that it has partnered with McGill University’s Desautels Faculty of Management in support of their Sustainable Growth Initiative, a venture that unites academics, students, and industry leaders towards building sustainable practices for businesses.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

KeyBank Awards Three Toledo Area Organizations with Grants Totaling More than $50,000

Some of the most important work KeyBank does happens in the communities we serve. To make a lasting difference, Key teammates make it a priority to engage with community members and community leaders to understand their needs and ideas, develop plans and then take action.

Environment

Leading U.S. Businesses Urge EPA To Finalize Strong Standards To Curb Climate Pollution From the Nation’s Power Plants

Dozens of U.S. companies and investors, along with leading national power providers, are backing the Environmental Protection Agency’s efforts to address greenhouse gas emissions from new and existing fossil fuel-fired power plants under the EPA's iron-clad authority in the CAA.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Nancy Richards Farese To Be Inducted Into the 2023 Class of the Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame

Southwire is proud to celebrate Nancy Richards Farese, board member, shareholder and daughter of Southwire founder, Roy Richards Sr., who has been named as one of 10 outstanding women leaders who make up the 2023 class of Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame inductees.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Preparing Our Country for a Cyber Future

IBM is committed to help skill 150,000 people in cybersecurity by the end of 2024.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Truist Foundation Announces Deadline Extended for Second Inspire Awards Challenge

In collaboration with MIT Solve, Truist Foundation announced the deadline for its second Inspire Awards Challenge has been extended to Friday, Aug. 11, 2023.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Fairway Subaru Selects Make-A-Wish As Hometown Charity

Fairway Subaru in Hazleton recently presented a check of $15,995 to Make-A-Wish Greater Pennsylvania and West Virginia as part of the 2023 Subaru Share the Love Event.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Junior Achievement, United Way Recognize Webster Bank for its Philanthropic Support in Region

Webster takes pride in its long-standing partnership with United Way and strongly believes in its mission to ensure people have access to a broad safety net of human services.

Events, Media & Communications

Pioneering the Future of Flavor: Griffith Foods and Worldchefs Renew Partnership

Griffith Foods, a world-class family-owned global developer and manufacturer of customized food ingredient solutions, has renewed as a Worldchefs Global Partner.

Research, Reports & Publications

The State of Corporate Purpose 2023 Trend 4: ERGs Are Now a Must-Have Strategy in DEI

Now that we’ve passed the early groundswell of employee-led action on DEI, we’re entering a new phase where affinity and employee resource groups are a must-have — and possibly a more effective — component of a corporate DEI and culture strategy.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

KFC's First Annual People, Culture & Purpose Conference: Feeding People’s Potential & Celebrating Progress

KFC has long been a purpose-driven business. Today more than ever, our ambition is for purpose to be the the center of everything we do – the food we serve, the people we employ and the communities we’re a part of.

Health & Healthcare

Gilead Sciences: A Cut Above the Rest: Innovative Barbershop Program Educates Indigenous Men About HIV

Gilead provided a grant for the innovative partnership as part of its overall efforts to advance health equity and reduce stigma and disparities in communities of greatest need.

Innovation & Technology

Land Betterment’s ekō Solutions Debuts Latest Model: Mobile Merchant Container

Land Betterment’s ekō Solutions division recently debuted it’s newest up-cycled shipping container model, the Mobile Merchant Container at United Way of Central Alabama’s Centennial Celebration on June 24, 2023.

Diversity & Inclusion

Fifth Third Bank Hosts Seventh Annual Supplier Diversity Summit

Fifth Third Bank today hosted its seventh annual Supplier Diversity Summit.

Sustainable Development Goals

Mondelēz 2022 Snacking Made Right Report: Climate & Environment

Mondelēz International is joining the race to net zero and setting a goal of net zero emissions by 2050.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Fifth Third’s Neighborhood Program
    Fifth Third has a proven track record of success in community development through its neighborhood program, which creates and implements innovative...
  2. 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...
  3. Communities and People
    Employees are our most valued resource and are at the center of everything we do. Their talent, diversity, and commitment are crucial to our...
  4. Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG)
    The business landscape is reorienting itself and you can almost hear priorities shifting toward change-readiness and the bigger picture. And in this...
  5. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  6. Forests
    Managing our forests sustainably and protecting water, wildlife, and species at risk.
  7. 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...
  8. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...
  9. Subaru Love Promise: Community
    Subaru is dedicated to supporting those who need it the most in our communities. From donating food to Feeding America, providing essential items to...
  10. IWBI | WELL Building Standard
    Our built environment can shape our habits and choices, regulate our sleep-wake cycle, drive us toward healthy and unhealthy choices, and passively...
  11. Scotts Miracle-Gro | Environment Improvement
    Earth's beauty and resources should be appreciated now and preserved for generations to come. Discover the stewardship initiatives underway to protect...
  12. Opportunity for All
    At Trane Technologies, uplifting our communities and workforce is the key to our continued success. We focus on broadening access to education...
  13. Recognition of our Company
    As the leading sports and live music company in the world, we recognize our responsibility to provide industry leadership and to conduct our business...
  14. Investing in our Communities
    We invest in sustainable community outcomes that improve lives.
  15. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...