The Latest News From Leading Brands

Corporate and nonprofit news distributed by 3BL, including press releases, op/eds, multimedia, and the full range of stories that shape reputation.

Philanthropy

Donated Semi-Truck Helps El Paso Food Bank Reach Those in Need

Marathon Petroleum

Inclusion & Opportunity

Championing Accessibility Through Inclusive Design at Lenovo

Lenovo

Education & Workforce Development

Comcast and El Centro de la Raza Open Lift Zone in Federal Way to Help South King County Families Build Digital Skills

Comcast

Health & Healthcare

Two Sides of the “Gift of Life” From DaVita Teammates

DaVita

Environment

Staying Ahead of Changing Water Treatment and Preservation Needs

Rockwell Automation

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Truly Sustainable, Truly Iconic: An Introduction to Caesarstone ICON™

Caesarstone

Environment

Mastercard: From Burn Scar to Blueprint for Rebirth: How This Canadian Forest Is Being Rebuilt

Mastercard

Education & Workforce Development

CSR Talent Group: Fractional Staffing as a Business Imperative

CSR Talent Group

Featured Brands

Yum!’s Aurélie Dufour Helps Build a More Sustainable Future

Aurélie Dufour leads sustainability regulation and governance across Europe, translating complex requirements into clear priorities for Yum!’s brands and markets, helping embed sustainability into how the business grows.

Comcast and El Centro de la Raza Open Lift Zone in Federal Way to Help South King County Families Build Digital Skills

Comcast launched its newest Lift Zone this month in partnership with El Centro de la Raza to advance digital skills and training opportunities for families in South King County.

How I Got Here: Jim Dausch

In the #HowIGotHere series, you’ll read about the career paths of some of the world-renowned leaders at Yum! Brands. Learn more about Jim Dausch, Chief Digital & Technology Officer and President of Byte by Yum! at Yum! Brands.

Mastercard: From Burn Scar to Blueprint for Rebirth: How This Canadian Forest Is Being Rebuilt

On June 30, 2021, as drought conditions and record-breaking temperatures bore down on the dry, rugged interior of British Columbia, a spark set off one of the most devastating fires in Canada’s history.

Jill’s 40-Year Journey With Taco Bell

When the small oil and gas company Jill worked for in Newport Beach went out of business, she spotted a newspaper ad for a job at Taco Bell Corporate. She applied, got the role, and began her four-decade journey with the brand.

Delivering History: FedEx Brings Millions of Years of the Past to the Present

At FedEx, our network connects people and possibilities across the globe every single day. But some of our most remarkable deliveries don't just bridge miles—they bridge millions of years.

How a Dangerous Collapse Led One Woman to a Blood Pressure Procedure

Heart conditions can impact anyone, anywhere, and often without warning. Fifty-nine-year-old Ana Florencio experienced this first-hand when what began as an otherwise typical day quickly turned into one of the scariest moments of her life.

Does Screen Time Affect Behavior? Why Using It as a Reward Can Backfire

A cognitive specialist and parenting coach explains how screen habits can shape kids’ motivation and emotions—and shares simple ways to reset the pattern.

Entrepreneur Fund Announces 26 Recipients of Rural Field to Market Grant

The Entrepreneur Fund (EFund), with support from the Wells Fargo Foundation, announced the 26 recipients of the Rural Field to Market Grant, a one-time funding opportunity designed to strengthen small- to mid-size farm and food businesses across EFund’s Minnesota service area.

The Power of Collaboration – Building a Circular Future in Memphis

Imagine a world where "waste" doesn't exist, and the things we use every day get a new lease on life. This isn't a far-off dream; it's the heart of the circular economy, and it's happening right here in Memphis.

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Philanthropy

More Than 50 Cities and Counties Are Set to Offer One-On-One, Professional Financial Counseling or Financial Navigation Services to Build Resident Financial Stability During COVID-19

National nonprofit organization the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund (CFE Fund), in partnership with Bloomberg Philanthropies, Citi Foundation, JPMorgan Chase & Co., and the Wells Fargo Foundation, announced today that more than 50 city and county partner governments across the country are set to offer financial counseling and financial navigation services for their local residents in need.

Awards & Rankings

In Good Company: 50 US Businesses That Stood Out During the Pandemic

In the weeks and months since the COVID-19 outbreak began, hundreds of companies and entrepreneurs have stepped up to help. We chose a sampling of them: 50 companies (including one collaboration) that stand out for the size, scope or uniqueness of their efforts and that provide a snapshot of all these good works.

Media & Communications

America's Tech Giants Address Climate Change, Global Warming With Bold Initiatives in 2020

Global warming? Well, we have to say that it certainly is a hot summer in many parts of the world (north of the Equator) and the U.S. National Hurricane Center has a large list of names for the storms to come.

Philanthropy

The Charlotte R. Schmidlapp Fund, Fifth Third Bank, Trustee, Gives $1.6 Million Endowment to Support Career Development of Minority Women in Medicine and Biomedical Research

The Charlotte R. Schmidlapp Fund, Fifth Third Bank, Trustee, gifted Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center with $1.66 million to permanently endow the Charlotte R. Schmidlapp Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Scholars program.

Corporate Responsibility

Building Strategic Resilience Using BSR's COVID-19 Scenarios

The COVID-19 pandemic—and resulting economic, political, and social crisis—is the most profound global disruption in decades. To help navigate this uncertain time, BSR has published three scenarios, each depicting a different possible future in 2025.

Corporate Responsibility

Comerica Bank Strengthens Local Communities Through Volunteerism and Philanthropy

Comerica encourages our colleagues to share their time and expertise to support our commitment to the communities in which we operate.

Research & Reports

Teck Releases 2019 Economic Contribution Report

Teck has released its fourth annual Economic Contribution Report, detailing the direct economic benefits created in the communities and jurisdictions where we operate

Inclusion & Opportunity

T‑Mobile Offers a Welcome “Returnship” for Women in Tech

The TechX Returnship Program​​ provides opportunities for women who’ve taken a long professional career break to care for family members, raise children and/or for other personal reasons.

Energy & Infrastructure

Inaugural Zero Carbon Conference Focuses on Proven, Practical Strategies for Buildings and Communities

As momentum grows for climate action, the International Living Future Institute announces the Zero Carbon Conference to be held October 7-8, 2020. Tom Steyer, NextGen America founder, climate activist and former presidential candidate, will keynote.

Corporate Responsibility

Three Leaders You Need to Hear From at BSR20

Leaders from Kering, Ford Foundation, and ITUC will deliver keynote addresses at the virtual BSR Conference 2020.

Awards & Rankings

Discovery Education's Community & Corporate Partnership Programs Receive Multiple PR Daily Corporate Social Responsibility Awards

Several Discovery Education corporate and community partnership programs have been recognized for excellence as part of the PR Daily Corporate Social Responsibility Awards.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Fifth Third Supplier Diversity Leader Joins Financial Services Roundtable Board

Thornton’s representation on this board will help maintain Fifth Third’s position as a leader in supplier diversity and provide the Bank the opportunity to continue to invest, expand and increase engagement with diverse suppliers.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Quality for Every Customer: Herbalife Nutrition's Service-Driven Supply Chain

As a leader in the nutrition industry for more than 40 years, there is one thing we always keep in mind at every stage: our commitment to producing the highest-quality products. Our manufacturing process involves state-of-the-art facilities...

Philanthropy

Hall Family Foundation Names Mayra Aguirre as Its New President

The Board of Directors of the Hall Family Foundation today announced the appointment of Mayra Aguirre as the Foundation’s new president. She will assume the full-time duties of her new position on September 22, at the conclusion of her maternity leave.

Awards & Rankings

Johnson & Johnson Earns the #3 Spot on the 2020 Gartner Supply Chain Top 25 List

The company received its highest-ever ranking on the list this year—which honors global supply chain excellence—in part for its nimble response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Energy & Infrastructure

8 Steps to Fleet Electrification

Philanthropy

WHO Confirms All $55.1 Million Announced at 'One World: Together At Home' Is Helping the World Fight COVID-19

The critical funding is helping provide PPE, deploy Emergency Medical Teams, and more.

Education & Workforce Development

FIRST: the First Step in Expanding STEM for Students Around the Globe

Our ongoing collaboration with FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is another important way that we’re increasing access to STEM education and giving today’s students the foundation they need to invent the future.

Volunteering & Community

Griffith Foods Expanding Innovation Ecosystem with The Hatchery Chicago Partnership

Corporate Responsibility

Here's How Benevity Helped Experian Ditch Spreadsheets & Reduce Admin Time

Learn how Experian reduced administrative work and efficiently increased their employee participation in their corporate purpose program, after partnering with Benevity.

AI & Technology

Bayer and Temasek Unveil Innovative New Company Focused on Developing Breakthroughs in Vertical Farming

Leaps by Bayer, the impact investment arm of Bayer AG and Temasek, the global investment company headquartered in Singapore, today announced the joint investment and formation of a new company, Unfold. The new venture will focus on innovation...

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

LG Tennessee Factory Produces 1 Millionth Energy Star Certified Washing Machine

ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year LG Electronics has produced its 1 millionth ENERGY STAR certified washing machine at the LG home appliance manufacturing plant in Clarksville, Tenn.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

The Right Things in the Right Places

We recognize that all water issues are local; every watershed has different characteristics, threats and opportunities. This means that to be a good water steward, our company must use water efficiently and responsibly, while also responding to the broader context of each watershed in which we operate

Corporate Responsibility

The Importance of Putting People First During COVID-19

“Culture cannot be built during a crisis,” said Catherine Hernandez-Blades, senior vice president and chief ESG and communications officer at Aflac.

AI & Technology

Technology's Role In Building A Better Planet

More so than ever before, technology is showing great promise in providing breakthroughs that will help build a better planet.

Latest Campaigns

Leadership

Cascale demonstrates industry leadership and collaboration to drive collective action, by sharing insight into key sustainability topics inside and...

Collective Action

Cascale shares updates on its efforts and initiatives geared toward activating its ecosystem to develop and scale solutions that drive collective...

IWBI | Environment, Social, Governance

IWBI | Environment, Social, Governance

Community Investment

all community engagement efforts (e.g., Teach for All, volunteerism, etc.)

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...

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...

Greener Products and Solutions

We actively integrate sustainability into the product development process and look at all phases of the product life cycle for opportunities to...

Community Investment

all community engagement efforts (e.g., Teach for All, volunteerism, etc.)

AMD Environmental Sustainability

Advancing sustainability across our operations, supply chain manufacturing and product stewardship

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...