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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

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.

PNC Announces New Initiatives to Inspire Outdoor Learning, Classroom Innovation Through PNC Grow Up Great

The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc., is kicking off Great Month, its annual celebration of PNC Grow Up Great® and high-quality early childhood education, by announcing new initiatives with two longtime collaborators.

Finding Courage in a Feathered Friend

But on that overwhelming day, Arlo was handed something unexpected: a small, soft feathered companion with a gentle heartbeat and a peaceful expression. It was My Special Aflac Duck®, a robotic comfort companion designed for children facing cancer and sickle cell disease.

Scaling Impact and Connectivity Through Technology Donations at Cisco

Through the Cisco Foundation and our corporate Social Impact Investments (SII), we support organizations that use technology in bold, innovative ways — from saving energy to saving lives. 

Recent Alerts

Energy

Baker Hughes Expands Cordant™ Industrial Software To Deepen Insights, Improve Reliability and Advance Sustainable Operations

Baker Hughes announced the latest release of Cordant™ (Release 26.1) industrial software, featuring expanded capabilities to help customers improve operational reliability, enhance performance consistency, and support sustainability initiatives.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Lillehammer 2016 Turns 10: From Olympic Legacy to Youth Olympic Innovation

Leveraging the venues and expertise of the Lillehammer 1994 Olympic Winter Games, the 2016 organisers delivered a YOG edition centred on high-level sport, education and leadership development — while embedding sustainability and long-term use into planning and delivery.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

DP World Delivers 2025 Sustainability, Inclusion, and Community Impact Milestones in Ecuador

DP World in Ecuador closed 2025 with major milestones in sustainability, education, and workforce development. From expanding technical training and advancing gender equity to strengthening mangrove conservation and clean water access, the company advanced responsible growth.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Comcast and Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County Open Lift Zone in Granite Falls to Help Youth Build Digital Skills

Comcast and Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County (BGCSC) have opened a new Lift Zone at the Granite Falls Club to help youth build their digital skills.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

DaVita Celebrates 20 Years on Fortune’s List of World’s Most Admired Companies

DaVita, a leading provider of comprehensive kidney care, has been named to Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies list for the 20th time.

Environment

Water Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide for Businesses

A guide for businesses navigating rising water risk — from water risk assessment to mitigation and water stewardship across facilities and supply chains.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Our People: Chemical Engineer Amanda Cavazos Helps Drive Innovation and Safety at the Anacortes Refinery

At Marathon Petroleum’s Anacortes refinery, Technical Services Engineer Amanda Cavazos has built a reputation for curiosity, adaptability and a deep commitment to process safety, values she says were instilled early in her engineering education at Texas A&M University.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Wesco Named to Fortune’s 2026 World’s Most Admired Companies List

Wesco International (NYSE:WCC), announced that it has once again been named to Fortune’s 2026 World’s Most Admired Companies list. Wesco has been named to this prestigious list list of international companies since 2022 and was ranked #2 (up from #3 in 2025).

Research, Reports & Publications

Are Young Adults Still Smoking? A CVS Health Survey Unveils Striking Insights

The conversation on the dangers of tobacco and nicotine use has evolved dramatically over the past several decades. Indeed, annual cigarette sales have declined by 70% in the U.S. since the 1980s.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Powering the Future: Investing in Grid Infrastructure

The need for expanded, upgraded, and more sustainable infrastructure is creating a range of high-quality investment opportunities.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

CSR Talent Group: Reignite Your Employee Engagement Strategy With Proven Experts

CSR Talent Group brings 30+ employee engagement experts (15+ years avg experience) serving the Fortune 1000. We embed them where participation lags and strategy, implementation, and measurement need strengthening - driving measurable impact fast.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Motorola Solutions Foundation Invests Over $10 Million to Support First Responders and Future Innovators

The Motorola Solutions Foundation, the charitable and philanthropic arm of Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI), today announced its significant 2025 impact, including over $10 million in strategic grants and a new company record of more than 125,000 employee volunteer hours.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

U.S. Food Waste Pact Report Shows Less Food Being Wasted in Retail and Foodservice Sectors

A new report from the U.S. Food Waste Pact shows reductions in the amount of food being wasted nationwide by grocery retail and foodservice companies in 2024 compared to 2023. The results are good news for the food system, as it addresses its 60-million-ton food waste problem.

Events, Media & Communications

Celebrating 25 Years of Inogen Alliance: A Milestone in Global EHS & Sustainability Leadership

This year marks a significant milestone for Inogen Alliance: 25 years as a global Alliance dedicated to advancing environmental, health, safety, and sustainability (EHS&S) outcomes for multinational organizations around the world.

Health & Healthcare

Guiding Stars: Star-Earning Dinners Made to Share

Date night, whether with a partner, friend, or even yourself doesn’t have to mean restaurant indulgence. It can be a simple, nourishing moment made special at home—an opportunity to explore a new recipe and enjoy time in the kitchen.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

U.S. Soccer Foundation Receives $1.7 Million From MetLife Foundation To Bring Healthier Futures to Six Communities Across the U.S.

MetLife Foundation announced a $1.7 million grant to U.S. Soccer Foundation, the national leader for sports-based youth development.

Education

Cisco Networking Academy and Indeed Launch Global Partnership, Debut Dedicated Career Hub for India

The disconnect between skilled talent and open jobs has become one of the most pressing challenges worldwide. Cisco Networking Academy and Indeed, the world’s #1 job site*, have joined forces through a global strategic partnership to address this gap

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Achieving LEED Certification at Elanco’s New Global Headquarters

At Elanco, our commitment to a healthier future extends beyond animal health. We are thrilled to announce that our new global headquarters has achieved LEED Certified status, a testament to our dedication to sustainable design and operation.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

KeyBank Becomes Official Retail Bank of the Portland Thorns in New Multi Year Partnership

The Portland Thorns have signed a multi‑year agreement with KeyBank, naming the financial institution the club’s Official Retail Bank and launching a slate of programs focused on community impact, youth development, and financial empowerment.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Lenovo Manufacturing Solutions Honored With Multiple Global Awards for Scalable AI-Powered Deployments

Lenovo has earned three honors: Platinum Winner at the TITAN Business Awards for Business Technology Solutions, Manufacturing Solution, Product of the Year at the BIG Awards for Business, and the Middle East Technology Excellence Awards 2025 in the AI – Manufacturing category

Innovation & Technology

Following Successful Fluid Qualification Chemours & 2CRSi Join Forces to Accelerate Deployment of Two-Phase Liquid Cooling for High-Density Servers & IT Equipment

The Chemours Company and 2CRSi today announced a Joint Development Agreement (JDA)1 following the successful qualification of Chemours’ Opteon™ two-phase immersion cooling fluid in current-generation 2CRSi servers.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

The Science & Innovation Behind the Sparkle: Dr. Lucy Gildea Supercharges Mary Kay’s Beauty DNA

When Dr. Lucy Gildea talks about Mary Kay, you can hear the spark. After 15 years at Procter & Gamble working across healthcare, beauty, and personal care industries, she joined the iconic brand in 2017 and quickly realized she had found her “home”

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

City of Charleston Launches Financial Empowerment Center, Offering Financial Counseling As Free Public Service

The City of Charleston has announced the opening of a Financial Empowerment Center (FEC) to support the local community with free, one-on-one financial counseling. The national FEC initiative is funded by a $1 million grant from the Wells Fargo Foundation, along with support from

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Comcast Awards $50,000 Grant to St. Patrick Senior Center To Advance Digital Literacy for Older Adults

Comcast announced it has awarded a $50,000 grant to St. Patrick Senior Center, Detroit’s largest community organization dedicated to supporting the health and wellness of adults over the age of 55.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Sands China Champions Sustainable Growth Through People, Planet and Progress

In 2025, our people strategy was recognised through 32 awards and accolades in Macao, across Greater China and internationally.

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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...

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...

Opportunity for All

At Trane Technologies, uplifting our communities and workforce is the key to our continued success. We focus on broadening access to education...

GoDaddy | Microbusiness

They’re the people who build websites, run restaurants, and teach online classes. They power local economies and national growth but their impact...

PSEG Strength in Service, Sandy and Beyond

Ten years after Superstorm Sandy raged across the East Coast, PSE&G continues to protect customers’ utility service from the damaging impact of...

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...

KeyBank Foundation: Helping Communities Thrive through Education, Workforce Development, and Service

KeyBank Foundation helps build thriving communities by supporting organizations and programs that foster thriving students and a thriving workforce...

Aflac Voices

Hear from Aflac’s senior leaders and subject matter experts about industry trends and more.