Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Cindy Santiago
Meet Benny and Cindy: Spreading Good Vibes Through the Tribe

Henkel

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Aflac team members show their medals from the Marine Corps Marathon.
Honoring Veterans at Aflac and Celebrating 250 Years of the U.S. Marine Corps

Aflac Incorporated

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

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At COP30, Leaders Can Define the Next Era of Sustainable Finance

SAP

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Ceasefire Agreement Offers Hope, but Famine Will Persist if Humanitarian Access Is Not Guaranteed, Warns Action Against Hunger

Action Against Hunger stresses the importance of a permanent ceasefire and unlimited humanitarian access.

Education

Diverse Learners Find Independence and Confidence in Technology

For some teens, a blank computer screen isn’t very daunting; but for these diverse learners — struggling with dyslexia, ADHD and other executive functioning skills — even writing one sentence can be tough.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Saint-Gobain Video Series: Success in the Making: ShaRhonda Clink

The best leaders are the ones who aim to inspire others to lead, like forklift aficionado and CertainTeed Shift Supervisor Rhonda Clink in Athens, GA!

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Cisco - Striving for Sustainability: Meet Tom

Tom is the Senior Director of Supply Chain, Computing Systems, & Product Packaging, and Executive Sponsor of Circular Design at Cisco. His passion for sustainability is rooted in a lifelong love of the outdoors and shaped by visits to nearly 45 U.S. national parks.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Kimberly-Clark Launches Enhanced Global Partnerships To Advance Essential Care for 24 Million Women and Girls

Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NASDAQ: KMB) is deepening its commitment to advancing essential care for women and girls through four enhanced strategic, charitable partnerships.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Soccer for All: Henkel, U.S. Soccer, and AYSO Team Up for Community Clinics

In September, Henkel teamed up with U.S. Soccer and the American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) to host free youth soccer clinics near Henkel offices in Bridgewater, NJ and Stamford, CT.

Energy

From Port to Power: DP World Lirquén Drives Chile’s Wind-Energy Ambition

DP World’s terminal at the Port of Lirquén has achieved a new milestone in renewable energy logistics, successfully unloading the largest wind turbines ever to arrive in Chile.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Duke Energy Foundation Awarded Corporate Social Impact Team of the Year by the Association of Corporate Citizenship Professionals

Duke Energy Foundation took home the Corporate Social Impact Team of the Year award this week at the Association of Corporate Citizenship Professionals Annual Conference in Atlanta.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Thousands Lace Up Across U.S. To "Run for Her" at the 2025 Mary Kay Ash Foundation’s MK5K, Raising Funds To Empower and Protect Women Everywhere

On Saturday, October 4th, the Mary Kay Ash Foundation® painted the town of Addison pink for the 21st Annual MK5K® event. 

Events, Media & Communications

Why Policy Matters Now: Insights From Cascale’s Annual Meeting 2025

At Cascale’s Annual Meeting 2025 in Hong Kong, one theme rose above all others: the power of collaboration. From shifting regulations in Europe to emerging opportunities across the Asia-Pacific, our members face a complex and rapidly evolving policy landscape.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Trane Technologies Recognized as One of the World’s Best Employers by Forbes

Trane Technologies proudly announces its inclusion in Forbes’ annual list of the World’s Best Employers. This prestigious recognition, compiled in collaboration with market research firm Statista, honors the leading global companies.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Truist Championship Commits To Drive Lasting Impact Through Community Initiatives Beginning in 2026

The Truist Championship, Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE: TFC) and Quail Hollow Club today announced a series of community-focused initiatives that will launch alongside the tournament’s return to Charlotte in 2026, reinforcing the event’s commitment to making a lasting impact

Events, Media & Communications

Tapestry Reinforces Sustainability Commitments During Climate Week NYC 2025

During Climate Week NYC 2025, Tapestry continued its commitment to designing a better-made future through learning, collaboration, and innovation.

Education

Henkel Hosts Students at Production Facilities To Celebrate Manufacturing Day 2025

Henkel, a leading manufacturer of well-known consumer and industrial brands, is proud to host interactive educational events throughout the month of October in celebration of Manufacturing Day.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

CSR Talent Group: Bite-Sized Briefing With True Impact

Calling CSR and ESG leaders! CSR Talent Group, bringing tools and voices from the field to make your work that much Impactful.

Education

TCS’ goIT Program Invites Students To Innovate for a Healthier Planet

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, invites students in the US and Canada aged 6-17 to enter the TCS goIT Monthly Challenge for October.

Research, Reports & Publications

Medtronic Delivers on FY25 Sustainability Targets and Charts Path to 2030

Medtronic plc, a global healthcare technology leader, has released its fiscal year 2025 (FY25) Impact Report, “Unlocking the future of health,” detailing progress toward its impact goals.

Events, Media & Communications

Benevity Launches Season 4 of the Speaking of Purpose Podcast

Benevity, Inc., the leading, global provider of social impact software, today announced the launch of Season 4 of Speaking of Purpose by Benevity® - a podcast featuring executive leaders in candid conversations  on the current forces shaping business, leadership, and social good.

Social Impact & Volunteering

FedEx and United Way Mumbai Team Up To Share the Magic of Reading

Discover the magic of reading when you give a child their first storybook. Through FedEx Cares and United Way Mumbai’s “Let’s Read” project, children in marginalized communities in India are discovering the joy of reading and the power it has to shape their future.

Health & Healthcare

Color Us Checkered: Aflac Headquarters Dons Checkered Pattern To Remind Employees To Check for Cancer

In August, Aflac launched the Check for Cancer movement to turn the familiar checkered pattern into a powerful reminder to get checked for cancer. To help drive that point on their home turf and in the local community.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Bacardi Legacy of Great Workplace Continues With Forbes Honor of “World’s Best Employers” in 2025

Bacardi Limited is proud to once again land a spot on the Forbes’ list of the ‘World’s Best Employers 2025’ — proving that great people and a great culture never go out of style.

Environment

The WASH Foundation and Sands Announce 2025 Drop by Drop Project Grant Recipients

The WASH Foundation, a global leader in water, sanitation, hygiene, and education, and Sands have announced 2025 Drop by Drop Project grant recipients

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

New Toolkit Empowers Georgians to Lead on Climate Action in Communities Across the State

Drawdown Georgia and Sustainable Newton have partnered to create a new climate solutions toolkit for communities. It's a practical roadmap for neighbors, advocates, and local leaders to scale climate solutions where they live.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Wesco 2025 Sustainability Report: Our Commitments to Belonging

Wesco’s BRGs exist to support a culture of inclusion where employees can thrive and strengthen our culture by offering different perspectives, styles, thoughts and ideas.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Key4Women Celebrates 20-Year Anniversary With Albany Key4Women Forum Featuring Giuliana Rancic

More than 300 women across the Capital Region celebrated the 20-year anniversary of Key4Women during the Annual Key4Women Forum at the Marriott on Wolf Road in Albany. Long-time E! News personality, fashion designer and author Giuliana Rancic served as the event’s speaker.

Latest Campaigns

  1. KeyBank's Community Investment
    In states where Key has a presence, there are approximately 1.7 million low- to moderate-income (LMI) households. Many LMI individuals don’t have bank...
  2. Community Impact
    Advancing our communities worldwide through philanthropic investments, partnerships, and employee volunteerism.
  3. 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...
  4. Social Progress
    Social engagement has always been an integral part of our sense of responsibility as a company. We care and we act to do our part to improve the...
  5. Nutrition and Health
    Focus on preventing and treating malnutrition across life stages. Highlights include early detection, community-based treatment (e.g., MUAC screening...
  6. Collective Action
    Cascale shares updates on its efforts and initiatives geared toward activating its ecosystem to develop and scale solutions that drive collective...
  7. 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...
  8. Mary Kay Ash Foundation: Creating a Safer, Healthier World for Women
    In the U.S. and around the world, Mary Kay remains steadfast in its commitment to ending the cycle of domestic violence and finding cures for cancers...
  9. Aflac Stories
    Get a closer look at the people, products and stories that make Aflac the company we know today.
  10. Key Supports Affordable Housing
    KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment helps fulfill Key’s purpose to help clients and communities thrive by financing projects that...
  11. Collective Action
    Cascale shares updates on its efforts and initiatives geared toward activating its ecosystem to develop and scale solutions that drive collective...
  12. 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...
  13. Healthy Spaces Podcast: Season 5
    Welcome to Season 5 of Healthy Spaces by Trane Technologies, the podcast where experts and disruptors explore how climate technology and innovation...
  14. PSEG People & Communities
    PSEG is committed to improving the lives of our customers, our employees and the diverse communities we serve throughout New Jersey and Long Island...
  15. SAP | Climate Action
    Climate change is top of mind for government and business leaders worldwide who are committing to driving down greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions through...