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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Land Betterment Corporation Recognized by Endeavor Louisville for Entrepreneurial Success

Land Betterment, an environmental solutions company fostering positive impact through upcycling former coal mining sites is proud to announce its spotlight for entrepreneurial success in the Endeavor Louisville’s Good News Newsletter.

Research, Reports & Publications

Vancity Returns $18.3 Million – 30 Per Cent of 2019 Net Income – to Members and Communities

Ever since Vancity was formed in 1946, it has used the tools of finance to do right by the world. More than 70 years later, Vancity’s 2019 annual report celebrates the credit union’s long-term authenticity as a financial co-operative.

Environment

Arbor Day Foundation Celebrates 1-Year Anniversary of the Evergreen Alliance

The Arbor Day Foundation's Evergreen Alliance drives innovation, discovery, and action in our work to plant trees, engage tree planters, and elevate awareness of the value of natural and community forests. They challenge us to be at our best, as together we strive for high-impact outcomes that change the world.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Whirlpool Corporation Ottawa Operations Donates Face Mask Extenders to Lima Hospital

Most healthcare workers are now wearing face masks during their entire shift, which puts pressure and increased friction on the backs of their ears.

Events, Media & Communications

Bridgestone Americas Technical Center Hosts Seventh Annual Engineer for a Day Event

Bridgestone Americas Technical Center, a state-of-the-art hub for the development of innovative and advanced tire technologies, today hosts its seventh annual Engineer for a Day event in Akron, Ohio.

Health & Healthcare

The Science Behind Coronavirus Disinfection: Fact vs. Fiction as the U.S. Reopens for Business

In this 30-minute webinar, Tetra Tech’s emergency management experts focused on practical considerations when planning and conducting disinfection activities aimed at limiting the transmission of novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) in key environments. As this is an evolving response and recommendations may change over time, it is important to convey the right information.

Research, Reports & Publications

Suzano Launches the First Annual Report of the New Company

Suzano is a Brazilian company committed to being a global reference in the sustainable use of natural resources. It is the world's leading producer of eucalyptus pulp and one of Latin America’s largest paper producers, the corporation, through its products, plays a part in the lives of over two billion people.

Health & Healthcare

A Day to Recognize and Honor the Vital Role of Nurses

In recognition of International Nurses Day, IBM wants to thank nurses for continuing to take on this enormous challenge and for, once again and always, doing the work that needs to get done.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Food Saving Tips During COVID-19

It is now more important than ever to be mindful of how much food you need. Keeping food fresh and lasting longer is a common practice in the kitchen, and now many of us are trying to extend the shelf life even further.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Why the Current Crisis Could Be a Defining Moment for Building a More Resilient and Sustainable Future

The current crisis is a defining moment for modern society. It is a stark reminder of our vulnerability and interdependence in face of global threats. Let’s consider it as a turning point towards building a more resilient and sustainable future.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Duke Energy Carolinas Proposes Accelerating Fuel Savings to North Carolina Customers

Duke Energy Carolinas has filed a plan to accelerate savings to North Carolina customers starting in September. As part of its COVID-19 response, the company is adding fuel savings from the first quarter of 2020 to its pending fuel filing to bring

Events, Media & Communications

Taproot Foundation Connects Private and Nonprofit Sectors in First-Ever U.S. Pro Bono Summit Virtual Series

Leaders from across sectors will explore how the pro bono ecosystem can support the social good organizations and small businesses who will be a vital part in rebuilding our communities in the wake of our current crisis.

Health & Healthcare

A Longstanding Pandemic Response Team Helped Intel Act Swiftly in the Wake of COVID-19

Intel's Pandemic Response Team began as an informal group of executives who coordinated efforts to protect employees & customers while supporting health agencies in the fight against SARS, but it soon evolved into a standing team within the company.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

At a Time of Loss, the CEO of JetBlue Showed His Humanity

One CEO who could teach his peers how to show compassion and empathy is JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Colleagues Making a Difference: PCAPP 'Seamsters'

As the coronavirus pandemic continues, many of our colleagues have joined forces to make a difference in the community. Among those colleagues are a group of eighteen women coined the “PCAPP seamsters.”

Innovation & Technology

STEYR Konzept Wins 2020 MUSE Design Award

STEYR, the premium short-liner agricultural brand of CNH Industrial N.V., has received the prestigious Platinum Award in the 2020 MUSE Design Awards Competition in the Concept Design category.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

MegaMex Foods Donating $100,000 in Cash and Products to COVID-19 Relief Efforts

Among the beneficiaries is World Central Kitchen in support of its community feeding programs. WCK is activating hundreds of restaurants and kitchens to feed vulnerable communities and brave medical professionals and support the restaurant industry.

Media & Communications

Titles Matter to Provide Context and Direction - for Corporate Leaders and the Providers of Capital

Shorthand terms do matter – the “titling” of certain developments can sum up trends we should be tuning in to.

Research, Reports & Publications

Demand From Investors for Investment Managers to Demonstrate Additional Value Beyond Traditional Risk & Return Considerations

We are experiencing a transition to an era where total social benefit is becoming an increasingly important metric for the perceived value of products and services.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Team Rubicon Announces the COVID-19 Emergency Food Assistance Program in Collaboration with Patient Advocate Foundation and Funded by the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation

Team Rubicon (TR), in collaboration with Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF), has announced “The COVID-19 Emergency Food Assistance Program”. The program will provide assistance to immunocompromised patients living with cancer, multiple sclerosis

Environment

Sustaining Our Planet

A healthy planet is essential in securing a brighter future for both present and future generations. We’re committed to excellence in managing and reducing our environmental footprint.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Compassion Creates Connections for Kits From Kansas

During the current coronavirus pandemic, we are hearing about so many wonderful acts of kindness and about nonprofits and companies that are dedicating resources to help.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Bridgestone to Give Year-To-Date Customer Donations to Boys & Girls Clubs COVID-19 Relief Fund

Bridgestone Retail Operations (Bridgestone), a subsidiary of Bridgestone Americas, announced it will donate $840,000 to support COVID-19 relief efforts at Boys & Girls Clubs across the country.

Health & Healthcare

Feed the Frontline to Serve 10k Weekly Meals to Workers

Feed the Frontline, the initiative established in April by the James M. Cox Foundation and Emory Healthcare to provide meals to Atlanta’s frontline workers, is now on track to serve almost 10,000 meals each week.

Education

Foundations: Remember Special Education in Your COVID and Post-COVID Investments

FSG interviewed leaders of 3 organizations working to ensure special education students have equitable access to public education during and post-COVID-19. Read about the 4 key themes that emerged in this blog by FSG managing director Ursula Wright.

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