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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Health & Healthcare

Meet Dale, Breast Cancer Patient & Advocate

Dale is a breast cancer advocate who created resources for other patients and survivors. To learn more about her story, watch this video for Sanofi's When Cancer Grows Old initiative.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Spotlight: Women in the Paper and Wood Products Industry from International Paper

This month is Women's History Month, and our industry employs many inspiring women who develop, manufacture, design and market the products we rely on.

Research & Reports

For Utilities, the Road Map to Resilience Must Be Focused, Holistic

As climate change continues to flex its catastrophic muscle, a storm is brewing for U.S. utilities.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Pro Bono Perspectives S2E5: Cecily Joseph, Net Impact

This week on Pro Bono Perspectives, host Danielle Holly welcomes to the show Cecily Joseph, a CSR powerhouse with a rich career across the private and social sectors.

Research & Reports

New CLP Reports: Building a Utility of the Future at a Time of Transition

The CLP Group has launched its new Sustainability Report and Annual Report, highlighting the Company’s continuous efforts in building a sustainable energy business that will thrive on changes and challenges.

As environmental, economic and social contexts continue to evolve globally and locally, CLP’s strong fundamentals supported the Group in a year of transition, laying foundations for long-term growth.

Inclusion & Opportunity

From Program to Possibility: Ingrid Miranda, Production Chief at Gildan

Ingrid shares how she was impacted by Gildan’s “Wonderful Women” initiative and its “Taking the Stage” lectures, where the company hosted a panel discussion about diversity, inclusion, and female empowerment.

Corporate Responsibility

Food Security - You Can't Build Peace on Empty Stomachs

Almost 50 years ago, the Nobel prize committee sent a strong signal to the world, underpinning the social value of agriculture. Norman Borlaug (1914-2009) – the father of the so-called “green revolution”, a scientist who invented disease-resistant

Inclusion & Opportunity

To Give Back Is Ingrained in Our Culture

As we celebrate International Women’s Day, it’s time to take stock of what we are most passionate about as professional women.

Inclusion & Opportunity

International Women’s Day: Inspiring the Next Generation of Aviators

Joanna Geraghty, the president and COO of JetBlue Airways wants the industry to celebrate how far it’s come in recent years and set an example for future generations of women in aviation.

Philanthropy

Wells Fargo Donates $6.25 Million to Aid in Coronavirus Response

The Wells Fargo Foundation today announced up to $6.25 million in donations to support domestic and global response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) and to aid public health relief efforts.

Inclusion & Opportunity

How to Advance Women's Financial Inclusion with Partnerships

For International Women’s Day, we asked five financial inclusion leaders how cross-sector partnerships are helping them bring more women into the financial system.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Perspectives From the Front: Mohawk Champions Diversity on International Women's Day

Across the world, Mohawk employees are leaving positive handprints that leave the world better off.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Meet the Inspirational Leader of UN Women

When Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka was a young girl in South Africa, she saw firsthand what fearless women could do. “The women in my community were leading in the times of apartheid, in very risky situations,” she recalls.

Philanthropy

No Kid Hungry’s Powered by Breakfast 2020

General Mills has partnered with No Kid Hungry to expand school breakfast programs where there is the greatest need. Last year alone, our support helped ensure 13 million more meals are being served each year to help kids be their best.

Media & Communications

Advanced Manufacturing in the Era of Greater Corporate Sustainability – Here's "Industry 4.0" From the World Economic Forum

The mantra Take, Make, Dispose has been the traditional approach of many manufacturing firms over the many decades of the modern industrial revolution.

Environment

Keep America Beautiful Opens 2020 Grant Application for Cigarette Litter Prevention Program

Keep America Beautiful® today announced the opening of the grant application period for the 2020 Cigarette Litter Prevention Program (CLPP), designed to help communities combat the most commonly littered item in America.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Indian Certification Body Eco Stewardship Partners With SCS Global Services

SCS Global Services (SCS) announced that it has teamed up with veteran certification providers, Shovans Das and Teena Antil, who together have co-founded Eco Stewardship Pvt. Ltd. to serve India and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

Events

Ceres 2020 in New York is Canceled; Going Digital

After extensive deliberation and with great sadness, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the Ceres 2020 in New York in-person convening due to the outbreak of the coronavirus.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Comerica Colleagues Inspired During International Women’s Day Celebration

Inclusion & Opportunity

Business Action to Achieve Gender Equality in the Decisive Decade

BSR is committed to working with its members to chart out a path to gender equality. Here is what needs to happen to achieve this during the decisive decade.

Environment

An Inside Look at IP's Plans for Forest Management, Conservation, and Restoration

“I think our journey has really been characterized by forest stewardship, at the heart of our work,” she said.

Awards & Rankings

Blackbaud Named a Best Place to Work by Built in Austin

Blackbaud is proud to have been recently recognized by Built In Austin as a Best Place to Work and for Best Perks and Benefits on their annual list of Austin tech companies.

AI & Technology

GM Reveals New Ultium Batteries and a Flexible Global Platform to Rapidly Grow Its EV Portfolio

General Motors shared details of its strategy to grow the company’s electric vehicle sales quickly, efficiently and profitably. GM is aggressively going after every aspect in the EV ecosystem as it works to create a zero-emissions future.

Corporate Responsibility

Brands Taking Stands: 2019 Year in Review

2019 was a big year for corporate, executive and employee activism. Here are some of the boldest and most influential brands taking stands stories that crossed our desks.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Impact Investing With Native Entrepreneurs in the Indigenous Economy

Indigenous owned businesses directly benefiting Indigenous communities are a growing reality on the U.S. landscape.

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...