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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

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

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.

Recent Alerts

Enter the Sustainable Century – Part 1: Blog by Chad Tragakis

Enter the Sustainable Century – Part 1: Blog by Chad Tragakis

Sustainable Development with Leila C. Janah, CEO of Samasource

Sustainable Development with Leila C. Janah, CEO of Samasource

1,000 Companies Delisted by UN Global Compact Since 2008

1,000 Companies Delisted by UN Global Compact Since 2008

Kiva and fungibility: A Blog by GiveWell

Kiva and fungibility: A Blog by GiveWell

The five Ws of buying local, Part 2: A Blog by Peter Korchnak

The five Ws of buying local, Part 2: A Blog by Peter Korchnak

Behind the Designers: Midori Ferris-Wayne

Behind the Designers: Midori Ferris-Wayne

Free Book Available for Green Startups and Entrepreneurs

Free Book Available for Green Startups and Entrepreneurs

Incentivize Your Giving Program: Experts Talk About Where 'Dollars for Doers' Fits into Their CSR Programs

Incentivize Your Giving Program: Experts Talk About Where 'Dollars for Doers' Fits into Their CSR Programs

Ecological Intelligence, Pt. 3: Radical Transparency Lost in Translation

Ecological Intelligence, Pt. 3: Radical Transparency Lost in Translation

Best Management Practices for Green Businesses – Collaboration: A Blog by JD Carr.

Best Management Practices for Green Businesses – Collaboration: A Blog by JD Carr.

The five Ws of buying local, Part 1: A Blog by Peter Korchnak

The five Ws of buying local, Part 1: A Blog by Peter Korchnak

Hyatt (still) should be ashamed: A Blog by Marc Gunther

Hyatt (still) should be ashamed: A Blog by Marc Gunther

Moody's and Kiva: "The Double Bottom Line"

Moody's and Kiva: "The Double Bottom Line"

How to Lead a Great Panel Discussion

How to Lead a Great Panel Discussion

Five Inspiring Finalists Selected For the “S Contest”

Five Inspiring Finalists Selected For the “S Contest”

"5 Minute Eco" Interviews Sulusso Founder

"5 Minute Eco" Interviews Sulusso Founder

Time to Re-think Think Pink? A Blog by Paul Klein

Time to Re-think Think Pink? A Blog by Paul Klein

A Decade of Yoplait's Saving Lids to Save Lives

A Decade of Yoplait's Saving Lids to Save Lives

Second Annual Renewable Energy Finance Forum-West Conference Explores Role of Private and Public Funding in Industry Growth and Development

Second Annual Renewable Energy Finance Forum-West Conference Explores Role of Private and Public Funding in Industry Growth and Development

Virtual Meeting Attendance: Not Present, But Still Here

Virtual Meeting Attendance: Not Present, But Still Here

Half-empty or Half-full? A Blog by Kathrin Winkler

Half-empty or Half-full? A Blog by Kathrin Winkler

Coca-Cola Enterprises Hosts First-Ever Virtual Facility Tour

Coca-Cola Enterprises Hosts First-Ever Virtual Facility Tour

Can't Eco and Socially Just Gifts Cost Less?

Can't Eco and Socially Just Gifts Cost Less?

Ecuadorian Youth learn Gender Equity through Entertainment Education

Ecuadorian Youth learn Gender Equity through Entertainment Education

How nonprofits can get into the script of Hollywood’s big new campaign about volunteering

How nonprofits can get into the script of Hollywood’s big new campaign about volunteering

Latest Campaigns

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...

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...