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Education

NABU: Meet the Team Harnessing Technology to Improve Child Literacy Through the Creation of Culturally Relevant Books

Now that the Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge 2021 winners have been officially announced, we are excited for you to learn more about each winning team and the story behind each innovation.

Health & Healthcare

An Unbreakable Twin Bond Helped My Son Become Sickle Cell Free

When my son, Sawyer, was diagnosed with sickle cell disease (SCD), I was in denial.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Get Involved in the Pro Bono Movement

Make a difference alongside social causes you’re passionate about by volunteering your professional skills virtually! Learn how at Taproot's free Pro Bono Week webinar on Thursday, October 28 for business professionals looking to give back.

Environment

Black & Veatch to Help Northern California Water District Replenish Stressed Groundwater Basin with Purified Recycled Water

Facing a dwindling water supply due to historic overdraft and climate change-fueled drought, Northern California’s Soquel Creek Water District is turning to an advanced recycled water purification system, delivered in part by engineering leader Black & Veatch, to help drive sustainable groundwater supply management and meet the state’s sustainability mandate.

Environment

HP and WWF Announce Bold Partnership Expansion to Conserve and Restore Forests

Today, in advance of the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26), HP Inc. (NYSE: HPQ) announced an $80 million partnership expansion with World Wildlife Fund (WWF)

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

How Subaru Is Rooting for the Underdog and Impacting Pets Nationwide

October is Subaru Loves Pets Month. Here to share what that means are Subaru's Bridget Hanrahan, Associate Director of Marketing Operations and Liz Edelen, Love Promise Community Commitment Manager.

Diversity & Inclusion

This Fund Aims to Boost Racial Representation in the Nonprofit C-Suite

When Derek Ferguson was growing up in the Bronx, his parents saw the value of education, despite his mother never finishing college and his father never attending.

Research, Reports & Publications

JetBlue's 2020 Social Impact & Environmental Social Governance (ESG) Reports Showcase Its Progress in Helping to Create a Kinder and Cleaner World

JetBlue’s 2020 Social Impact Report outlines the JetBlue For Good pillars – community, youth and education and the environment and highlights how the airline supported its communities and crewmembers

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Help National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund Support the Law Enforcement Community

The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund in Washington, DC, honors 22,611 officers who have died in the line of duty throughout U.S. history, dating back to the first known death in 1786.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Alzheimer's Disease Research Early Supporter of New Alzheimer's Blood Test

There are 6 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease today and by 2050, that number will reach over 12 million. This means it’s likely to affect people we know, including our friends and loved ones.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Feed Love. Fight Hunger.

Since the outbreak of COVID-19, we have seen widespread hunger and a dramatic increase in food insecurity across the United States and around the world.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation and Soil Health Institute Unveil New U.S. Regenerative Cotton Program

The Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation and the Soil Health Institute today announced a founding grant to launch the Institute’s U.S. Regenerative Cotton Fund (USRCF)

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Impact Cubed Launches EU Regulatory Solution for Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR)

Impact Cubed has announced today the launch of its EU Regulatory solution to support the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) requirements.

Environment

On the Road to 1 Million Trees: VMware's Journey to Net Zero and You

VMworld was a huge success due to the participation of all of you: our customers, suppliers, employees and shareholders.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Advocates Making Change Through The Poverty Is Unnecessary Project 2021

The Whole Planet Foundation Poverty Is Unnecessary Project includes Poverty Is Unnecessary Fund Members donating $25,000 each to alleviate global poverty and the Party With a Purpose Online Auction.

Energy

IOC Leading the Way on Climate Change - Commits to Cutting Its Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 50 Per Cent by 2030

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced that it will cut its direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions by 50 per cent by 2030, as part of its commitment to tackling climate change.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Support the Humane Society of the United States to Protect Animals Worldwide

As a donor, you can support the Humane Society of the United States by donating to them through your employer’s workplace giving program.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

After Three Cancer Recurrences, an NIH Trial Offers Michelle New Hope

Vibrant, hard-working and goal-oriented, Michelle loves to stay busy. At 21, she was dedicated to building her career and future, working full-time at an insurance company

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Addressing Complex Issues With Smart Conservation

Since 1985, The Conservation Fund has protected about 28 acres an hour—nearly 700 acres a day. That is about one Central Park worth of land protected each day!

Responsible Production & Consumption

Three Innovative Ways Retailers Are Tackling Sustainability Issues

Retailers are jumping on the sustainability bandwagon and firmly securing themselves there, to enable them – and their consumers – to actively work towards tackling the sustainability issues that the UK faces.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

New Colombian Cullet Hub Will Increase O-I's Cullet Supplies

O-I is opening a new recycling hub for cullet suppliers in Barranquilla, Colombia. The opening of the facility, located on Columbia’s northern coast, is part of our strategic plan to keep more glass in the manufacturing stream and out of landfills.

Research, Reports & Publications

Better Is Always Possible

An empowered Kohler is a better Kohler, and the more our associates feel like they belong, the more unstoppable we will be in achieving our goals when it comes to building a better planet, better communities, and better lives for all.

Diversity & Inclusion

Our Commitment to a Diverse Workforce and Equitable Compensation

As a company that believes an inclusive and diverse workforce better positions us to serve our communities and customers, we prioritize offering equitable compensation to all employees and to supporting the advancement of women and minorities.

Environment

Subaru of America and Philadelphia Union Announce Subaru Park Has Achieved Zero Landfill Status

Subaru of America, Inc., in partnership with the Philadelphia Union, today announced that Subaru Park has reached zero landfill status, making it the first soccer-specific stadium in Major League Soccer (MLS) to reach the milestone.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third CEO Greg Carmichael Honored As Responsible CEO of the Year for Community Impact

3BL Media announced the recipients of the 2021 Responsible CEO of the Year Awards. Responsible CEO of the Year: Community Impact was awarded to Greg D. Carmichael, chairman and CEO, Fifth Third Bank.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Integrated Tools
    Cascale shares updates on its efforts to align the industry on a common language to describe sustainability performance to reduce duplication and...
  2. 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...
  3. 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...
  4. 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...
  5. Biomimicry and Ray of Hope Accelerator
    The Ray C. Anderson Foundation has partnered with the Biomimicry Institute to create the Ray of Hope Accelerator, designed to bring commercially...
  6. Fifth Third's Commitment to Small Businesses
    Fifth Third believes that small businesses form the foundation of our communities – and when they succeed, we all succeed. Supporting them through...
  7. FedEx | Volunteer Campaigns
    Giving back is part of the FedEx culture. Team members support our charitable investments and local community needs by dedicating their time where...
  8. Social Progress
    Social engagement has always been an integral part of our sense of responsibility as a company. We care and we act to do our part to improve the...
  9. Collective Action
    Cascale shares updates on its efforts and initiatives geared toward activating its ecosystem to develop and scale solutions that drive collective...
  10. 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...
  11. Digital Safety
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  12. Healthy Spaces Podcast: Season 5
    Welcome to Season 5 of Healthy Spaces by Trane Technologies, the podcast where experts and disruptors explore how climate technology and innovation...
  13. Nutrition and Health
    Focus on preventing and treating malnutrition across life stages. Highlights include early detection, community-based treatment (e.g., MUAC screening...
  14. 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...
  15. Leading ESG & Sustainability Stewardship
    The new CNH continues on its longstanding path of excellence in sustainability, which is recognized by the foremost authorities.