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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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Research, Reports & Publications

Nasdaq IR Intelligence Macro Trends Report: March 2025 Insights

Nasdaq IR Intelligence has visibility into approximately $35 trillion of near real-time trading insight, including who was behind daily capital flows. Leveraging proprietary data and analytics, our team details macro trends as of March 2025.

Health & Healthcare

Celebrating 30 Years of Delivering Hope and Health With FedEx

April 23rd, 1995. It’s a date etched in the history of Heart to Heart International (HHI) and in the story of a powerful relationship. On that day, a FedEx aircraft made history as the first commercial American aircraft to land in Vietnam since the end of the conflict.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Complimentary Webinar: Understanding the EU CSRD: Building a Robust and Value-Creating CSRD Sustainability Report

Join SCS Consulting Services for a 45-minute discussion on creating a robust and comprehensive EU CSRD-compliant sustainability report that will be assurance-ready.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

KeyBank Provides $35 Million of Financing for New Affordable Housing in Arizona

KeyBank CDLI provided a $13.9 million construction loan and $21.4 million in low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) financing for the construction and rehabilitation of Miami Inspiration Housing in Miami, Arizona.

Environment

LG’s Innovative Solutions Support ‘Better Life for All’ Earth Week and Beyond

From e-waste drives to wildlife habitats and a 3D manatee in Times Square, LG marked Earth Day 2025 with impactful community and conservation efforts—bringing its “Better Life for All” vision to life across North America.

Innovation & Technology

The Power of Progress: Megatrends Shaping Technology and Society

Technology isn’t just evolving—it’s reshaping how we live, work, and connect. As we look ahead to the next decade, three megatrends stand out: advanced communication technology, artificial intelligence (AI), and sustainability.

Environment

Essity: Our Commitments to Sustainability

At Essity, we are committed to improving hygiene and health while responsibly managing our environmental resources. Sustainability is well-integrated into our business, creating lasting value for both society and our shareholders.

Research, Reports & Publications

Sustainable Construction: The United States and Global Trends Decrypted by the 3rd Edition of the Saint-Gobain Barometer

At the crossroads of demographic, social, energy, and climate challenges faced by societies, the construction sector must accelerate its transformation towards a more sustainable model.

Diversity & Inclusion

Giving It Her Best Shot — Empowered Women Empower Others

Bernessa Nuria Ahmed, Women’s Empowerment Network Leader and Regional Channel Manager for AME, from Ghana, speaks about the ripple effect of empowerment

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third Recognized on Forbes List of the World’s Best Banks 2025

Fifth Third (Nasdaq: FITB) has been recognized as one of the World’s Best Banks 2025 by Forbes and Statista Inc. The ranking recognizes the best banks in 34 countries based on an independent survey sample of more than 50,000 consumers.

Diversity & Inclusion

Kirsty Coventry Elected IOC President, the First Female President in IOC History

Kirsty Coventry of Zimbabwe was elected today as the 10th President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), and the first female President in IOC history, following 1 round of voting at the 144th IOC Session in Costa Navarino, Greece.

Environment

Providing Clean, Safe Water to Communities in India

For eight years, we've partnered with Planet Water Foundation to bring clean water and hygiene education to rural India. With AquaTowers built by our Pune team, over 15,000 lives have been impacted—one community at a time.


Environment

Making Waves for Wildlife: Manatee Celebrated in NY Times Square

Just in time for Earth Week, the West Indian Manatee makes a splash in Times Square. LG and the National Wildlife Federation bring this gentle giant to life in stunning 3D to raise awareness about endangered species and the need to protect their habitats.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Albertsons Companies Partners With Browne Forest Project To Plant Over 65,000 Trees

As part of its ongoing commitment to the planet, Albertsons Companies is proud to share that its customers have helped plant over 65,000 trees through a partnership with Browne Family Vineyard and One Tree Planted.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Engage for Good Announces Winners of The 2025 Halo Awards

Engage for Good announces winners of The 2025 Halo Awards, honoring individuals and campaigns redefining the social impact industry and challenging conventional best practices for corporate purpose.

Environment

Arbor Day Foundation Invited To Ring New York Stock Exchange Opening Bell on Arbor Day

The Arbor Day Foundation, a global tree planting nonprofit, was invited to ring the New York Stock Exchange Opening Bell for the third time in four years.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Henkel Recognized by GreenCircle for Sustainability Efforts Through Two Certifications

Henkel has recently achieved two significant sustainability certifications from GreenCircle, reflecting their ongoing commitment to drive sustainable transformation at manufacturing sites.

Environment

Baker Hughes: Our Power, Our Planet

Earth Day is a reminder of the responsibility we all share – as individuals, as companies, and as an industry – to drive progress toward a more sustainable energy future.

Environment

LA Galaxy Plant New Gardens at Annalee Elementary School in Carson, CA In Support of Earth Month and MLS WORKS' Greener Goals Initiative

AEG's LA Galaxy Foundation joined forces with Freeway Insurance and Garden School Foundation to replant and expand the gardens at Annalee Avenue Elementary School in Carson, CA, as part of the MLS (Major League Soccer) WORKS Greener Goals Week of Service.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

KeyBank Provides $50.2 Million of Financing for the Construction of Two New Affordable Housing Properties in Los Angeles

KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment (CDLI) provided $ 23.3 million in construction loans and invested $10.7 million in low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) financing.

Innovation & Technology

Elephantech and Logitech Together Drive Disruptive Electronics Innovation

Elephantech Inc. today announced a groundbreaking collaboration with Logitech International to revolutionize peripherals manufacturing and the printed circuit board (PCB) industry.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third Named to Newsweek’s List of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2025

Fifth Third (Nasdaq: FITB) has been recognized as one of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2025. This award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Bacardi Is Putting Money Behind People To Make Sure AI Doesn’t Replace Your Bartender

At the end of a long week, many Americans might be looking for the camaraderie of the local watering hole, complete with the friendly barkeep, ready with a clean glass and a sympathetic ear.

Events, Media & Communications

Amid Industry Luminaries, Cascale Engages Fashion Students on Utilizing Higg Index To Scale Sustainability

Rachel Lincoln Sarnoff, director of communications at Cascale, recently presented insights at the Arizona State University Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (ASU FIDM) Fashion Symposium 2025.

Environment

Declining Aluminum Recycling Rates

According to a recent report by the Aluminum Association and the Can Manufacturers Institute, the recycling rate for aluminum beverage cans has hit the lowest point in decades, declining from an average of 52 percent in 1990 to a 43 percent recycling rate in 2023.

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.