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

Education & Workforce Development

Is Your Company Ready to Launch a Scholarship Program This Fall?

America's Charities

AI & Technology

3M Innovates To Help the Automotive Industry Navigate What’s Ahead

3M

Corporate Responsibility

GoDaddy 2025 Global Stakeholder Impact Report: About GoDaddy | Corporate Sustainability Approach

GoDaddy

Health & Healthcare

Guiding Stars: Dairy & Live & Active Cultures in a Balanced Diet

Guiding Stars Licensing Company LLC

Inclusion & Opportunity

Mary Kay Ash Foundation® Celebrates 30 Years and Over $100 Million Donated Toward Advancing Women’s Health and Safety

Mary Kay

Energy & Infrastructure

Connected Equipment is Protecting Louisiana’s Drivers

Ray C. Anderson Foundation

Education & Workforce Development

Truist Foundation Announces New Inspire Awards Challenge To Support Adult Workers in the Age of AI

Truist

Environment

Biochar’s Triple Win: Healthier Soils, Improved Crops, and Decarbonization

Cisco Systems Inc.

Featured Brands

LG Brings User-Friendly Design to the Laundry Room With ‘LG Comfort Kit’

Furthering its vision of a more inclusive home, LG Electronics USA has introduced the “LG Comfort Kit” for its U.S. laundry appliance lineup, making its inclusive “Design for All” philosophy a reality in one of the most essential rooms in the house.

3M Innovates To Help the Automotive Industry Navigate What’s Ahead

The automotive industry is under pressure from every direction. Electrification, software-defined vehicle architecture, lightweighting, manufacturing transformation, repair and recycling are not isolated challenges.

Guiding Stars: Dairy & Live & Active Cultures in a Balanced Diet

Have chronic congestion? “Stop consuming dairy.” Unrelenting belly problems? “Mmmm, could be cow’s milk.” Have you let this thinking guide your decision to avoid dairy? If so, you may lose out on essential macro and micronutrients.

Guiding Stars: I’m Done Losing Weight on a GLP-1—Now What?

Using GLP-1 agonist medications can improve health outcomes for a growing number of conditions including cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, liver disease, and kidney disease. However, it’s no secret that lots of people take them primarily for weight loss.

Truist Foundation Announces New Inspire Awards Challenge To Support Adult Workers in the Age of AI

Truist Foundation today announced the launch of its fourth Inspire Awards, a capacity-building grant program for nonprofit organizations across the markets Truist Bank serves. This year’s challenge aligns to Truist Foundation’s focus on creating career pathways

Biochar’s Triple Win: Healthier Soils, Improved Crops, and Decarbonization

We often think of agricultural waste, such as crop residues, forestry byproducts, or even manure, as an end-of-the-line byproduct. But what if it were actually a valuable resource? Enter Biochar.

Check for Cancer Champion Dr. Ryan Schoenfeld Has a Vision for Earlier Detection

When it comes to cancer, progress is often measured not only by new treatments, but by how early the disease can be found. For Ryan Schoenfeld, Ph.D., CEO of The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research, that distinction has become a defining focus

Medtronic Receives FDA Clearance for Nellcor™ Pulse Oximetry System With Nell-EQ™ Intelligent Processor, a New Technology Designed To Improve Reliability Across Diverse Patients and Conditions

The Nell-EQ™ intelligent processor is a new pulse oximetry processing technology designed to support more consistent and reliable oxygen saturation (SpO₂) and pulse rate monitoring across diverse patient populations, skin tones, and clinical care settings.

Guiding Stars: The Many Benefits of Maintaining Muscle

The amount of muscle on your body matters—for everyone. Whether you’re an athlete, on a weight loss journey, or enjoying your 8th decade of life (or more!), having adequate muscle is important for your health.

Idealist to Celebrate 30 Years of Impact in 2026

For thirty years, Idealist has served the social-impact sector in myriad ways. In 2026, the anniversary of idealist.org’s launch, the nonprofit will feature thirty stories of impact and invite community members to share their own stories.

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Research & Reports

Sustainable Procurement for CPG Leaders: The Advantage Your Brand Needs

The Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) – or Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) – industry faces extreme challenges amidst a period of pandemic-related rapid change.

Research & Reports

At the Heart of "A World Worth Seeing" Is Affordable, Accessible Eye Care

National Vision, Inc., America’s second largest optical retailer, released its first Corporate Responsibility Report, “A World Worth Seeing,” as part of its ongoing efforts to increase transparency

Philanthropy

Whole Kids Foundation and Lettuce Grow Team Up Again to Offer Over $500,000 Worth of Hydroponic Growing Systems to Schools and School Garden-Support Organizations Across the U.S.

Partnership supports record number of K-12 educators who want to start or sustain edible learning spaces with Lettuce Grow Farmstands amidst COVID-19 pandemic

AI & Technology

Dr. José Méndez-Andino Recalibrates R&D at Owens Corning

Dr. José Méndez-Andino leads research and development at Owens Corning, but he’s not just there to make better fiberglass composites, insulation, and roofing products.

Philanthropy

Georgia-Pacific Makes a Donation to a Local School

Houston County High School in Columbia recently received a donation of antibacterial disinfectant wipes worth $1,000 from Georgia-Pacific as part of Alabama’s Woods to Goods Week.

Events

COP26: The Climate Has No Borders

Climate change is accelerating globally. Californians experience its effects with increased drought and wildfires, which are now more intense, frequent and unpredictable.

Corporate Responsibility

Alliance Data Celebrates Compliance and Ethics Week

Alliance Data recognizes Compliance and Ethics Week to reinforce our company’s commitment, and remind associates and customers that we offer several ways for them to speak up if they feel we are not operating our business ethically and responsibly.

Inclusion & Opportunity

New Program Invests in Hispanic and Latino STEM Students

Medtronic and the Medtronic Foundation just launched a scholarship, internship, and mentorship program aiming to remove barriers for Hispanic and Latino students.

Corporate Responsibility

Nourishing People and Planet: Unlocking Opportunities for a Brighter Future

Herbalife Nutrition’s dedication to improving lives and our communities is at the core of everything they do. They combine high-quality nutrition products, social support, and the opportunity to build a business.

Environment

Enbridge Pledges Net-Zero Emissions by 2050

Climate change requires serious solutions. As a leading North American energy delivery company, we’re positioned to help society transition to a lower-emissions future.

Environment

The ISSB: A Game-Changer for ESG Reporting

The announcement of the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) at COP26 earlier this week didn’t just create ripples: for those involved or interested in environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting, the news was a tidal wave.

Health & Healthcare

Takeda Celebrates World Quality Week

World Quality Week’s theme this year of Sustainability aligns extremely well with Takeda’s focus on Patient, People and Planet.

Education & Workforce Development

5 Higher-Ed Programs Using XR to Transform How College Students Learn

Colleges and universities are using virtual and augmented reality in courses that range from human anatomy to media as a way to make education more immersive and inclusive.

Philanthropy

Appalachian Community Capital Receives $1M Grant From Truist Foundation to Strengthen and Stabilize Diverse Small Businesses

Appalachian Community Capital today announced it received a $1 million grant from Truist Foundation to strengthen and stabilize ACC member community development financial institutions serving small businesses impacted by COVID-19 related losses.

Philanthropy

LA Kings and Winmark Corporation Launch First-Of-Its-Kind Partnership Benefitting Youth Sports and Hockey Development Programs Across Southern California

The LA Kings, have launched a first-of-its-kind partnership with Winmark – the Resale Company, ™ a nationally recognized franchising business focused on sustainability and small business formation.

Corporate Responsibility

Former Marine Sergeant and Current VP Talks 30-year Home Depot Career

Following in the footsteps of many family members, including his father who served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, Pete Capel joined the Marine Corps in 1983.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

In New Reports, Banks Are Coalescing Around a Blueprint for Climate Action

During just the past month, two new reports were released that were notable not just for their recommendations urging banks to get serious about implementing their commitments to ending financing of climate pollution and shifting to a clean economy

Energy & Infrastructure

Maryland Steel Workers Will Help Build the New American Offshore Wind Industry with Ørsted

With our investment, the plant will become a state-of-the-art steel fabrication facility and the lead supplier of specialized components for the offshore wind farms we’re building in the mid-Atlantic region.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

What Is Circular Economy

You may be wondering what exactly circular economy is. Lindsey Kauffman, sustainability program lead, explains this concept and its importance to Owens Corning.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Principal® Expands Retirement Plan Access to Hispanic Workers by Taking Savings Mobile

Principal Financial Group® has announced an expansion of its suite of retirement solutions for Hispanic workers by adding a Spanish-language option to its mobile retirement app.

Media & Communications

SASB Founder Jean Rogers to Lead Blackstone's ESG Efforts

Latest in a Series of High-Profile Hires Augmenting Firm’s Growing ESG Team; 12 Professionals Added to ESG Team in 2021

Health & Healthcare

Battery Life in Implantable Medical Devices

Pacemakers and ICDs run on battery power and a depleted battery can be dangerous to the patient. Fortunately, most modern pacemakers and ICDs have low battery warnings that allow the patient to plan for a replacement surgery ahead of battery failure.

AI & Technology

Goodyear Invests In Gatik And Tests Smart Tires On Automated Trucks

In numerous cities around the world we are increasingly seeing prototype vehicles bristling with sensors and stuffed with computers that are trying to drive themselves around without a human in control.

Education & Workforce Development

Revving Up Tomorrow's Researchers

Generations of curious minds have made Henkel a leading innovator today. Researchers’ World, a new Henkel initiative in North America will cultivate curiosity and build STEM skills for the generations to come.

Events

Finance, Legal and Sustainability Professionals at European Listed Companies to Discuss How to Articulate Material ESG Issues

This unique event will bring together investment, governance, investor relations and sustainability professionals from across the UK and Europe to develop an integrated approach when responding to changing investor expectations around ESG factors.

Latest Campaigns

Corporate Social Responsibility Reports and Updates

At T. Rowe Price, living our values means always putting our clients first; fostering a collaborative, respectful, and inclusive work culture for all...

Advocacy

Position Action Against Hunger as a leading advocate for policy change and investment—calling for increased public health spending, improved nutrition...

Policy and Advocacy

Policy and Advocacy content from IWBI - International Well Building Institute

Biomimicry and Ray of Hope Accelerator

The Ray C. Anderson Foundation has partnered with the Biomimicry Institute to create the Ray of Hope Accelerator, designed to bring commercially...

Nutrition and Health

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

Leading ESG & Sustainability Stewardship

The new CNH continues on its longstanding path of excellence in sustainability, which is recognized by the foremost authorities.

Antea Group Brand

Antea Group Brand Content

2026 Wesco International Sustainability Report

Wesco’s 2026 Sustainability Report outlines progress toward long-term goals, demonstrates how sustainability shapes business decisions, and provides...

Emergency Response

Document rapid interventions when crises strike: delivering therapeutic food, water, hygiene kits, and deploying mobile med

SCS Consulting

Any news coming from SCS Consulting