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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

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. 

Recent Alerts

Health & Healthcare

Aflac Voices — Jamie Lee: Preventing Burnout and a Call to Action for Employers

As a senior leader in HR, I’ve spent my career focused on one central truth: Our people are our greatest asset. But today, that asset is under strain. According to the 2025-2026 Aflac WorkForces Report, burnout among American workers has reached a seven-year high.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

MK5K 2025: Canada Laces Up for a Cause

In its eighth year, the 2025 MK5K brought together hundreds of participants from coast to coast in a powerful show of unity and support for the Mary Kay Ash Charitable Foundation (MKACF) in Canada.

Events, Media & Communications

CASE Brings Get-More-Done Lineup of Compact Equipment and Technology to Equip Expo 2025

CNH brand, CASE Construction Equipment, showcased its proven lineup of versatile, cost-efficient and compact machines at Equip Expo 2025.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Southern Company Ranked As Top U.S. Energy Company in Newsweek’s World’s Most Trustworthy Companies 2025 List

Southern Company is the highest-ranked U.S. energy company on Newsweek's World's Most Trustworthy Companies 2025 list.

Health & Healthcare

Elanco’s Credelio™ (Lotilaner) Receives First Ever FDA Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) Against New World Screwworm (NWS) in Dogs

This Emergency Use Authorization allows veterinarians and pet owners to have a ready-now treatment option if the New World screwworm enters the U.S.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

KeyBank Marks 200 Years With Community Investment and Celebration in Dutchess County

As part of its nationwide bicentennial celebration, KeyBank joined the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Women’s Enterprise Development Center (WEDC) to celebrate 200 years of helping individuals, businesses and communities thrive.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Shaping Tomorrow’s Microchips: 3M Materials-Science Innovations in Semiconductor Manufacturing

From smartphones to data centers, semiconductors sit at the core of modern life. Now, with the exponential growth in artificial intelligence (AI) applications, high-performance computing and advanced memory are driving a new wave of demand for semiconductor chips.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

T-Mobile Is Helping Keep Loved Ones Connected in the Wake of Hurricane Melissa

Our thoughts are with everyone affected by Hurricane Melissa which made landfall yesterday as a devastating Category 5 storm across Jamaica and neighboring islands, the most powerful storm ever recorded to strike Jamaica.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Adama Builds With GoDaddy Airo

For Adama Fall, football is more than a sport — it’s a platform. With roots in Senegal and a master's degree in Cybersecurity underway at Arizona State University (ASU), Adama brings a global perspective and relentless drive to everything he does.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Saint-Gobain Video Series: Success in the Making: Jon Offord

Saint-Gobain is an industry leader with thousands of talented team members who are dedicated to one unified purpose: Making the World a Better Home.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Partnering With Farms Like De Francesco Farm, Sysco Is Helping Reduce Exposure to Global Supply Disruptions and Supporting Regional Economies

At Sysco, supporting local farmers like De Francesco Farm isn’t just about fresh produce — it’s about strengthening communities and small businesses from the ground up.

Events, Media & Communications

Crown Holdings 2024 Sustainability Report: From Our CEO

Sustainability is about creating a resilient organization and environment that can thrive in the face of future challenges. Over the past year, we have made significant strides in our initiatives, focusing on innovation, responsibility and community engagement.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

From Corporate Commitment to Community: Subaru’s Christina Valente on the Magic of Subaru Loves Pets

For the team at Subaru of America, Inc., commitment to community is woven into the very fabric of their brand through the Subaru Love Promise®. And a key pillar of that promise is the Subaru Loves Pets® initiative.

Sustainable Development Goals

DP World Expands Renewable Energy Use in Argentina, Cutting Carbon Emissions by 75%

DP World has achieved a major milestone in its sustainability journey in Argentina.

Health & Healthcare

Tork Issues Tools and Support for Reimagining Public Restrooms

Tork, the global leader in professional hygiene and an Essity brand, recently released new guidance aimed at helping businesses transform their restrooms into assets that enhance user satisfaction and benefit business performance.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

How I Got Here: Chris Turner, Chief Executive Officer at Yum! Brands

I started driving big tractors and walking rice fields the summer I turned 10. My dad was a fourth generation rice farmer, and I ended up majoring in industrial engineering because I thought I could do something with technology and operations in farming.

Responsible Production & Consumption

W. L. Gore & Associates Releases 2024 Fabrics Responsibility Update, Highlighting Key Sustainability Milestones

Gore Fabrics, one of W. L. Gore & Associates’ key pillars of business, today launched its 2024 Fabrics Responsibility Update.

Events, Media & Communications

Give the Gift of EHS Resilience: Preparing for the Holiday Rush

The holiday season is recognized as the most active period for organizations engaged in the sale of goods, including both retailers and e-commerce enterprises.

Innovation & Technology

October Is Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Stay Safe, Stay Smart

October is the perfect time to focus on protecting your digital life—especially your finances. As your trusted banking partner, we’re here to help you stay ahead of cybercriminals who constantly refine their tactics.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Chemours CEO Denise Dignam Showcases Chemistry’s Essentiality to Powering Innovation

Recently, Chemours’ CEO Denise Dignam sat down for an interview at the Chemours Discovery Hub, where she discussed how chemistry is the foundation of modern and next-generation technologies.

Events, Media & Communications

Advocacy Landmark for Entrepreneurs: New Bill Moves Closer to Protecting Direct Sellers and Independent Work

In a significant win for entrepreneurs across the U.S., the House Committee on Education and the Workforce has advanced The Direct Seller and Real Estate Agent Harmonization Act (H.R. 3495) – a legislative milestone, decades in the making.

Education

Investing in the Future: Entergy Partners With NOABJ To Raise Funds for Scholarships

For the third year in a row, Entergy has partnered with the New Orleans Association of Black Journalists to support its mission of inspiring Black students to pursue careers in journalism and communications. As the presenting sponsor of the annual scholarship brunch.

Social Impact & Volunteering

What We Learned (Or Didn’t) From Hurricane Katrina

Two decades ago, Americans were horrified by the response to Hurricane Katrina and the devastation it left behind. It was a wake-up call that rang around the nation, sounding the alarm that the current level of disaster preparedness was vastly inadequate.

Health & Healthcare

Why Making a Regular Appointment With Your Doctor Makes a Difference

When it comes to your health, preventive care is a great way to take control of your journey and stay on track. Taking the time to visit the doctor — and reminding loved ones to do the same — might mean a little extra effort, but it also means reassurance.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

“Whatever It Takes”: Action Against Hunger’s 2025 Gala Raises Over $2.1 Million in the Fight To End Hunger

From P!nk’s heartfelt message to stories of resilience from around the world, Action Against Hunger’s 2025 Gala raised millions to fight world hunger and proved that compassion is contagious.

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...

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.

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...