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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

PNC Surpasses Community Benefits Plan Commitment With $119 Billion in Community Investments

Surpassing our original $88 billion commitment with $119.3 billion in capital investments, loans and philanthropic support, PNC expanded homeownership, small business growth and community revitalization initiatives in low- and moderate-income (LMI) communities nationwide.

One Million Items Collected! Taco Bell® Sauce Container U.S. Recycling Program

For years, Taco Bell’s iconic hot sauce packets have been part of fans’ biggest and boldest moments, from elevating everyday meals to inspiring fashion statements and even unforgettable marriage proposals.

Ditch “Aisle Anxiety” With Guiding Stars

According to a recent survey of US adults, more than a third of respondents experience “aisle anxiety” when grocery shopping. And 39% feel “overwhelmed” by all the options. The survey also found that the average shopper spends four minutes deliberating over each item.

Connecting Across Continents With Women of Cisco Networking Academy

Through Cisco Networking Academy, millions of learners each year gain the skills and credentials they need to lead, create, and thrive in the tech industry. Here, we’re showcasing a few of Cisco Networking Academy’s inspiring women and their unique career journeys.

How a Supplemental Insurance Safety Net Can Cover Any Path While You’re Growing Up

Life is full of unexpected moments, and unique choices and conventional milestones, like getting married or starting a new job, can be bypassed or reached at different times by different people.

Cisco and Quest Alliance Are Modernizing Vocational Training for India’s Next-Gen Workforce

When Priya first enrolled in a vocational training program at her local Industrial Training Institute (ITI) in northern India’s Haryana state, the prospect of a career in technology felt like a future that belonged to someone else.

Mastercard: A Billion Connected: How We’re Empowering Even More People on the Road to Financial Health

Over the past decade, nothing has reshaped the global economy more than digitalization. Nearly 80% of adults worldwide now have a bank or mobile money account, and 84% of adults in low‑ and middle‑income countries have a mobile phone.

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

Recent Alerts

Sustainability Tips from Colorado Rocky Mountain School (Installment #2)

Sustainability Tips from Colorado Rocky Mountain School (Installment #2)

Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc. Names Edward J. Lopez Chief Diversity Officer

Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc. Names Edward J. Lopez Chief Diversity Officer

City of Atlanta Launches Pilot Incentive Based Recycling Program

City of Atlanta Launches Pilot Incentive Based Recycling Program

Green Business League

Green Business League

GE Technology Selected for IGCC Project in Southern California

GE Technology Selected for IGCC Project in Southern California

Sustaining Relevance - A blog by Kathrin Winkler

Sustaining Relevance - A blog by Kathrin Winkler

Sustainability Officer

Sustainability Officer

6 myths about microfinance charity that donors can do without - A blog by The GiveWell Staff

6 myths about microfinance charity that donors can do without - A blog by The GiveWell Staff

Diversity & Inclusion

Deloitte Breaks Ground on “Deloitte University” to Deliver Signature Talent Experience to Its People, Clients

How to Build A Better Nonprofit Board: It's About the Board Chair

How to Build A Better Nonprofit Board: It's About the Board Chair

Sustainability Tips from Colorado Rocky Mountain School Students

Sustainability Tips from Colorado Rocky Mountain School Students

2009 Net Impact Conference will Convene Leaders to Advance Sustainable Global Enterprise

2009 Net Impact Conference will Convene Leaders to Advance Sustainable Global Enterprise

Buying Carbon Credits - A blog by JD Carr

Buying Carbon Credits - A blog by JD Carr

Colorado Rocky Mountain School Work Crews offer meaningful work & create sustainable lifestyles

Colorado Rocky Mountain School Work Crews offer meaningful work & create sustainable lifestyles

Getting Our Hands Dirty - A blog by Ashley Jablow

Getting Our Hands Dirty - A blog by Ashley Jablow

Voting opens for CR Reporting Awards '10

Voting opens for CR Reporting Awards '10

National Association of Mothers’ Centers Wins SDialogue’s “S Contest”

National Association of Mothers’ Centers Wins SDialogue’s “S Contest”

Motivating or Crushing Team Spirit: What We Can Learn from Nonprofit Boards

Motivating or Crushing Team Spirit: What We Can Learn from Nonprofit Boards

Bulrush fiber, Be Green Packaging's primary plant source is gaining U.S. popularity

Bulrush fiber, Be Green Packaging's primary plant source is gaining U.S. popularity

How to Market Your Cause to Skeptical Consumers. A Blog by Paul Klein

How to Market Your Cause to Skeptical Consumers. A Blog by Paul Klein

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Erin Brockovich Leads Nation's Parents in Toxic “Crawl” to Action

Are charities helping? We don’t know. A Blog by The GiveWell Blog

Are charities helping? We don’t know. A Blog by The GiveWell Blog

Be Green Packaging is founding member of Whole Food Planet Foundation's Change for Change Fund

Be Green Packaging is founding member of Whole Food Planet Foundation's Change for Change Fund

Students study beetle kill from the sky

Students study beetle kill from the sky

We Can’t All Be Heroes

We Can’t All Be Heroes

Latest Campaigns

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...

2025 Performance Report

Entergy’s 2025 performance report, “Energy for a better future” presents an overview of our company’s 2025 achievements, future plans and strategies...

Aflac Stories

Get a closer look at the people, products and stories that make Aflac the company we know today.

IWBI | Workplace Wellness

A WELL Certified™ project has the potential to add measurable value to the health, well-being and happiness of people in the buildings. It can also...

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...

Community Investment

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

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...

Social Impact at Mastercard

At Mastercard, we’re powering economies and empowering people, building a sustainable economy where everyone prospers.

Nutrition and Health

Focus on preventing and treating malnutrition across life stages. Highlights include early detection, community-based treatment (e.g., MUAC screening...