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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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Innovation & Technology

Mastercard | Small Business, Big Change: How Are Women Small Business Owners Going Digital in Their Own Way?

Women running small businesses are changing their approach to digital technology. Instead of expensive transformations, they’re choosing concrete step-by-step actions, supported by other women and well-chosen tools.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Elanco Announces Investment in U.S. Manufacturing and R&D, Driven by Tax, Tariff and Regulatory Clarity

Elanco announced $400 million in continued investment in its U.S. operations, workforce and communities over the next five years. This deepens Elanco’s commitment to product innovation, advanced manufacturing and its customers – farmers, veterinarians and pet owners.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

DP World Supports Marine Mammal Rescue, Advancing Its Commitment to Ocean Health

A rescued harbor seal named DeePee is back in the wild thanks to a partnership between DP World and the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Mammal Rescue Society — highlighting how local conservation efforts play a critical role in protecting ocean health.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

KeyBank and Rethink Food Cooking Up Culturally Celebrated Meals for Food-Insecure Across New York City

KeyBank Foundation has gifted $40,000 to Rethink Food to support meal-making efforts through the Neighborhood Meals Program—an effort to produce and distribute hot, nutritious and culturally celebrated meals to food-insecure communities across New York City.
“Everyone needs help

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Six Reasons Women’s Savings Groups Drive Economic Growth

CARE's report 'From Saving to Shaping Markets' shows savings groups aren’t just about helping families get by; they are also a powerful way to grow local economies driven by women who are determined to build better futures and ready to make the most of new opportunities.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

PSEG - Stronger Together: Partnering With New Jersey Communities for a Brighter Tomorrow

Every day, the PSEG Foundation supports communities across New Jersey.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The 2025 Subaru Share the Love® Event Is Back to Help Animals Like Drax!

When you purchase or lease a new Subaru this holiday season, you have the chance to “share the love” with the ASPCA! For the 18th year in a row, we have been selected as a national charity partner to participate in the Subaru Share the Love® Event

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Leidos UK Recognised for Social Value, Skills Development and Community Impact

Leidos believes real progress happens when people and communities grow together. This year, the company is proud to be recognised for exactly that with a silver partnership status award from the Jon Egging Trust (JET).

Innovation & Technology

Where Innovation Meets Impact: 2025’s Top Healthy Spaces Episodes

In Season 5 of the Healthy Spaces podcast, Trane Technologies co-hosts Dominique Silva and Scott Tew dive into the real-world intersection of sustainability, finance and technology.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Entergy Employees Distribute Toys, Spread Holiday Joy at the Times-Picayune Doll and Toy Fund Event

This holiday season, Entergy proudly sponsored the annual gift giveaway for The Times-Picayune Doll and Toy Fund in New Orleans, marking an impressive 130 years of spreading joy and generosity this holiday season.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Southern Company Ranked As the No. 1 Employer in the US on 2025 Military Times Best for Vets: Employers List

Southern Company is proud to announce the company has earned the No. 1 ranking in the United States on this year’s Military Times Best for Vets: Employers list.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

A Year-End Message from CSR Talent Group to the CSR, ESG, and Sustainability Community

It can be lonely to be a CSR professional in these times. CSR Talent Group is here to be your guide, including a bridge to others facing similar challenges.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Henkel and U.S. Soccer Champion Spirit of Giving To Expand Access to Soccer for Youth Across America

During this season of giving, Henkel is celebrating the collective impact organizations can make together for local communities and young athletes. Through its multi-year partnership with the U.S. Soccer Federation,

Education

Enhancing Student Learning: Bucharest University of Economic Studies and SLB Collaboration

The Bucharest University of Economic Studies and SLB, a global technology company, are collaborating to modernize academic spaces and introduce interactive learning experiences.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Inside COP30: Bureau Veritas Manufacturer Decarbonization Playbook

Bureau Veritas Manufacturer Decarbonization Playbook includes Cascale contributions, featured at COP30 discussions and webinar.

Innovation & Technology

AI Deepfakes and Your Kid’s Digital Footprint: What Parents Should Know

Your child’s latest birthday photo, that cute dance video. Share them on social media and they add to your family’s digital footprint. And depending on the settings you’ve chosen, AI could use them.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

AEG Employees Unite for Annual Day of Service, Bringing Hope and Support to Communities in Los Angeles and New York

AEG employees across Southern California and New York dedicate their time and energy to the company’s annual Day of Service, volunteering at various events to make a meaningful impact in local communities.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Craig Redmond Joins Direct Relief as Chief Operating Officer 

Direct Relief today announced that Craig Redmond has joined Direct Relief’s executive leadership team as Chief Operating Officer, overseeing the humanitarian medical aid group’s humanitarian programs, emergency response operations, and related functions.

Environment

Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER) Announces Celine Morris as Associate Director

The Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER) is pleased to announce the appointment of Celine Morris as its new Associate Director, effective January 2026.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

New IPC Report Shows Over 3.7 Million Afghan Children Suffer From Malnutrition

An IPC report released today shows that Afghanistan now ranks as the fourth country in the world for rates of child acute malnutrition.

Environment

The Earth Lab and Tandem Global: Building on Years of Partnership To Scale Climate and Community Impact

Together, The Earth Lab and Tandem Global have advanced biodiversity initiatives that embody additionality, permanence and co-benefits— while amplifying the voices of Indigenous and rural communities.

Innovation & Technology

One AI, Many Devices: The Age of Ambient Intelligence

AI isn’t the next electricity or Wi-Fi. It’s the next water.
In his 2015 book Water 4.0, David Sedlak reminds us how revolutionary running water was. For most of history, people hauled buckets from rivers or wells.

Environment

World Wildlife Fund Launches First-of-Its-Kind Wildlife-Driven Gift Card Offering

WWF launches the first nonprofit gift card—redeemable for donations + 200+ nature-inspired gifts. Now at select Kroger stores & online, the WWFGifts Gift Card makes gifting good for people and the planet.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Navigating Career Growth and Motherhood: Meet Milica Aksentijevic

I’ve been with GoDaddy for seven years, starting as a Software Developer. Just a few months ago, after returning from maternity leave, I stepped into a new chapter as an Engineering Manager for the Backups team.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Best Practices for When Hotel Security Takes on Safety

When hotel or resort security takes on safety roles, the right approach matters. Learn best practices for managing EHS risks in hospitality environments.

Latest Campaigns

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...

Aflac Voices

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