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Social Impact & Volunteering | 3M

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

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.

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. 

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Education

KFC Foundation Partners With Western Governors University To Make College Degree Opportunities Accessible for KFC Restaurant Employees

The KFC Foundation, in partnership with Western Governors University (WGU), announced that KFC restaurant employees* will have the opportunity to receive 100 percent paid tuition when attending WGU to earn their degree.

Research, Reports & Publications

AmerisourceBergen Releases 2022 ESG Report To Share Progress and Impact on Environmental, Social and Governance Priorities

AmerisourceBergen released its 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report. The report and Reporting Index contain detailed information on ESG performance and the company's commitment to fostering a positive impact on the planet and all people.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Rockwell Automation Donates $50,000 To Aid Earthquake Recovery

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK) is donating $50,000 to the Red Cross to support relief efforts for one of the most powerful earthquakes to ever hit Türkiye and Syria.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Kinneret Apartments Get a Makeover

Orlando’s population continues to explode. According to the most recent report from the Orlando Economic Partnership, this Central Florida city is the second fastest growing among the largest 30 cities in the United States.

Energy

How Singapore Plans To Import Solar Power From the World’s Largest Solar Plant

Australian company Sun Cable is preparing to construct what is probably the most ambitious renewable energy project the world has ever seen. Singapore wants to import solar power through the Australia-Asia PowerLink (AAPowerLink).

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

AB: How Investors Can Detect and Disrupt Modern Slavery

As we wrap up National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, we recognize that this social issue still persists around the world.

Health & Healthcare

Transitioning to Life With COVID-19: A New Normal

Quest proactively established our “Back to Life” effort including multiple partnerships and initiatives to help communities safely return to on-site work, school, and recreational activities.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

AEO and Fifth Third Bank Establish Initiative To Invest in Black Neighborhoods Through Capital Readiness Program

In partnership with Fifth Third Bank, the Association for Enterprise Opportunity (AEO) is promoting economic mobility in 10 predominantly Black neighborhoods through the Empowering Black Futures Capital Readiness Program.

Sustainable Development Goals

LyondellBasell Quickly Advances Towards Its 2030 Global Renewable Electricity Target

LyondellBasell announced it has signed the first two European renewable electricity power purchase agreements (PPAs) and two additional PPAs in the United States.

Diversity & Inclusion

Ralph Lauren Presents “A Heritage Preserved,” Honoring Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month, we are sharing stories of love, joy and hope within Black communities.

Environment

CGF Sustainability Director Calls for Cross-Sector Action to Reduce Plastic Waste at 2023 Economist Impact World Ocean Summit

At the Economist Impact’s World Ocean Summit this month, The Consumer Goods Forum’s (CGF) Sustainability Director, Ignacio Gavilan, will set out the progress made towards reducing plastic waste by the CGF Plastic Waste Coalition.

Diversity & Inclusion

Why Expanding Access to Education and Career Paths Matters

At Medtronic, we strategically partner with other organizations that share our commitment to removing barriers to equity, particularly in industries like healthcare technology that require top talent in STEM fields.

Green Infrastructure

Will the Delivery of Net-Zero Aviation Still Be Up in the Air by 2050?

With the world’s long-awaited transition to sustainable aviation remaining an ever-pressing issue, an emission reduction strategy is vital for decarbonising the sector.

Events, Media & Communications

KPMG and Workiva Expand Alliance To Assist Companies in Unlocking ESG Value

KPMG and Workiva announced an enhanced alliance to deliver environmental, social, and governance (ESG) focused solutions and services. This increased collaboration expands the KPMG ability to assist organizations in effectively implementing ESG data.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

The Federal Reserve’s Climate Principles and Scenario Analysis Pilot Leave Room for Improvement

The Federal Reserve recently took two significant steps to address climate-related financial risks.

Energy

Varcoe: Will Canada Answer the Call for LNG? ‘It’s a TBD,’ Says Enbridge Head

The CEO of Canada’s largest energy company says countries such as Japan and Germany are knocking on our front door seeking supplies of natural gas.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Herbalife Nutrition Donates 60 Bikes to a North Carolina Casa & Helps Donate $20,000

In November, a team of Herbalife Nutrition employees volunteered their time to donate and build 60 bicycles for children from YWCA Best Choice Learning Center, a Casa Herbalife Nutrition partner in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

Events, Media & Communications

Land Betterment Appoints Byron E. Price, Ph.D. to Board of Directors

Dr. Byron Price, an experienced professor and policy entrepreneur, joins Land Betterment’s Board as an Independent Director.

Innovation & Technology

Innovating With Samsung - From Water Damaged To Waterproof

At Dow, our partnerships are paramount to new innovations that drive creative thinking, uncover new approaches and set new, higher standards.

Education

More Than 117,000 Students Want To Learn How To Safeguard Water

Water conservation makes its way into the classroom. More than 5,300 classes (over 117,000 students throughout Italy) have already signed up to take part in the 9th edition of “I’ll Take Care of You – Working with Schools towards the 2030 Agenda”

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

United Rentals Honored by Glassdoor as One of Best Places to Work in 2023

United Rentals Inc., the world’s largest equipment rental company, was selected for the Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award, recognizing the Best Places to Work in 2023.

Sustainable Development Goals

Podcast: WWD Voices

In the latest WWD Voices Podcast, Meeting HanesBrands’ Sustainability Guru, HBI Chief Sustainability Officer, Chris Fox, talks to WWD’s Arthur Zackiewicz about sustainability, partnerships and the company’s unique position in the apparel business.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

HARMAN: Using the Power of Music Education to Transform Lives

As a global leader in audio innovation and a rich legacy in music, HARMAN has witnessed first-hand the power of music education in helping the next generation reach their fullest potential.

Research, Reports & Publications

The Evolution of Earnings: Seizing the Opportunity for Continued ESG Conversation

Leveraging Nasdaq’s proprietary Natural Language Processing (NLP) tools, we analyzed the prevalence of ESG discussions in the earnings call transcripts of Russell 3000 and MSCI USA ESG Leaders constituents to keep up with the quarterly conversation that goes on between companies.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Comcast Celebrates Lunar New Year With a Curated Asian and Asian American Entertainment Collection

For the third year in a row, Comcast teamed up with Gold House to leverage its talent relationships and staff for content recommendations to supplement the Asian American editorial voice on Xfinity’s entertainment platforms.

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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...

Nutrition and Health

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

Collaboration and Partnership

Cascale shares updates on its strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders geared toward shifting the industry into one that gives back more than...

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...

GoDaddy | Microbusiness

They’re the people who build websites, run restaurants, and teach online classes. They power local economies and national growth but their impact...

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...