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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

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.

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.

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.

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. 

Medtronic Returns to Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies List for Second Year in a Row

Medtronic, a global leader in healthcare technology, is proud to announce its inclusion in Fast Company’s World’s Most Innovative Companies list of 2026. The company earned a spot for its BrainSense™ Adaptive DBS therapy for people with Parkinson’s, which was approved by the U.S.

Where Water Flows, Equality Grows: FedEx and Water Mission Bring Relief After Hurricane Melissa

When Hurricane Melissa made landfall on October 28, 2025, Jamaica faced one of the most powerful storms ever recorded in the Atlantic.

T‑Mobile’s Hometown Grants Top $21.5M, Empowering 475 Small Towns Nationwide

T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) today announced the latest 25 Hometown Grants recipients, including, for the first time, a town in North Dakota. With the latest and second-to-last round, T-Mobile has invested more than $21.5 million in grants to 475 small towns and rural communities

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Events, Media & Communications

3BL Joins Double the Donation Community User Conference, Jan. 22

Communications professionals seeking to adapt and capitalize on the meteoric rise of AI answer engines are invited to attend a 2026 Double the Donation Community User Conference session featuring 3BL’s best practices for driving engagement. 

Events, Media & Communications

Businesses Need To Stay Focused Despite Uncertainty of Sustainability Reporting Regulations

Continued uncertainty surrounding the rollout of California’s new climate risk disclosure regulations (SB 261) is preventing companies from having clear direction on actions needed to ensure compliance.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Aflac Celebrates 70 Years of Innovation, Care and the Iconic Aflac Duck

In 2025, Aflac celebrated 70 years of being there for policyholders when they need us most. From humble beginnings in Columbus, Georgia, to becoming an international Fortune 500 powerhouse and a household name, Aflac’s journey is a testament to innovation and its policyholders.

Social Impact & Volunteering

FedEx Team Members Plant Trees and Lead Clean-Up Drive To Support UAE’s Sustainability Goals

Federal Express Corporation, the world’s largest express transportation company, joined the Emirates Environmental Group’s annual “For Our Emirates We Plant” campaign, with more than 45 FedEx team members volunteering to plant native Ghaf trees in Al Shareea Forest, Abu Dhabi.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Gaziano Lineman Awards Finalists Announced

The Gaziano Awards selection committee has selected the finalists for the 2025 Frank J. Gaziano High School Scholarship and Awards. The list of six finalists consists of three defensive linemen and three offensive linemen from high schools across the state.

Events, Media & Communications

WSLA Alumnae Group Announces Winners of the 2026 Women in Sustainability Leadership Awards

One of the highlights of the GreenBiz26 conference for sustainable business leaders, the Women in Sustainability Leadership Awards (WSLA Awards) will be presented at the 12th annual WSLA Awards ceremony Feb. 18, 2026

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Subaru and Operation Warm® Expand Support for Children in Urgent Need As Homelessness Rises

Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA), today announced its third consecutive year partnering with Operation Warm® through the Subaru Loves to Help® initiative to support children in urgent need.

Energy

Tapestry, Inc. Advances Climate Strategy Through Community Solar Partnership

Tapestry continues to take meaningful action against its climate commitments with the completion of three community solar projects in Illinois through its long-term partnership with Pivot Energy.

Environment

ScottsMiracle-Gro: Natural Grass Offers a Playing Surface That Better Protects Bones and Joints - Part Nine of the Environmental Benefits of Turfgrass

Playing sports on grass is undeniably special, from the thrill of a perfectly timed dive to the joy of scoring a goal. But natural grass offers even more: a safer playing surface that better protects our bones and joints.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

West Side Market, Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb Open KeyBank Produce Arcade with Ribbon Cutting

West Side Market vendors and staff, Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb, and others will officially open the newly renovated KeyBank Produce Arcade during a ribbon cutting ceremony at 1pm on Wednesday, January 14.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Sysco Canada Named Atlantic Canada’s Best Places To Work 2026 by Atlantic Business Magazine!

We’re excited to announce that Sysco Canada has been named one of Atlantic Canada’s Best Places to Work 2026 by Atlantic Business Magazine!

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Cisco - Sustainability Trends for 2026: From Boardroom Decisions to Real-World Systems

As we approach 2026, sustainability is starting to function more as a core business discipline rather than a standalone initiative.

Events, Media & Communications

Sysco Supports Local Farmers and Sustainable Agriculture Practices

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Mastercard Named a Top 10 Company on the Wall Street Journal’s 2025 List of the 250 Best-Managed Companies

Closing out 2025 with an amazing recognition: Mastercard has been named a top 10 company on The Wall Street Journal’s 2025 list of the 250 Best-Managed Companies, earning standout recognition for innovation and social responsibility.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

IOC Announces Finalists for Climate Action Awards 2025

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced the 15 finalists for the IOC Climate Action Awards 2025. The awards celebrate innovative projects across the Olympic Movement that are taking tangible steps towards tackling climate change and driving sustainability

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Monetizing What Matters: Sustainability Value Creation

Sustainability metrics can be translated into measurable financial value when treated as operational intelligence.

Diversity & Inclusion

‘Design for All’ Showcased at CES 2026

Spotlighting its commitment to inclusive innovation, LG Electronics USA has expanded the LG Comfort Kit family of accessories developed to deliver a better, more intuitive appliance experience for everyone.

Environment

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory Celebrates Energy Savings, Thanks to a $135,000 Green Mountain Energy Sun Club Sustainability Grant

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, a nonprofit founded to protect birds and their habitats, is celebrating a major sustainability milestone with a 29.52 kWh rooftop solar array system and a Kia EV6 Light Long Range vehicle, courtesy of a $135,000 Green Mountain Energy Sun Club® grant.

Research, Reports & Publications

Updated IOC Report Shows 86 per Cent of All Permanent Olympic Venues Still in Use

An updated analysis of venues shows that 86 per cent of all permanent venues used at the Olympic Games since Athens 1896, and 94 per cent of those from the 21st century, are still in use today.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

CSR Talent Group: You’re Not Alone - Support for Impact Leaders in 2026

As the impact landscape continues to evolve, take comfort that CSR Talent Group is built to support you.

Innovation & Technology

Net Impact Announces Winners of the 2025 Community Innovation Challenge

Net Impact, in collaboration with Cisco, announced the winning teams of the 2025 Community Innovation Challenge, a global student case competition designed to generate tailored social impact programs based on Cisco's technology and services.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Curiosity Cube™ Completes 2025 Tour, Inspiring Future Innovators Through AI

Each year, the Curiosity Cube™, a mobile science lab from MilliporeSigma, embarks on a mission to spark curiosity in STEM among students ages 8–13. In 2025, 2,069 volunteers taught lessons that engaged 56,035 young minds.

Health & Healthcare

Why Ethical AI in Behavioral Health Matters: Building Trust Where It Matters Most

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the future of healthcare. In behavioral health, where care is as personal as it is vital, AI’s promise must be realized responsibly.

Environment

Inogen Alliance Ranked 37 in Environment Analyst’s Global Environmental & Sustainability Consulting Market Assessment

Inogen Alliance today announced it is ranked 37 in Environment Analyst’s latest Global Environmental & Sustainability Consulting Market Assessment.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Saint-Gobain Video Series: Success in the Making: Keith Wenger

Our top priority is always the safety and wellbeing of our people, like Keith Wenger learned when he joined CertainTeed Siding as we started STONEfaçade operations in 2021.

Latest Campaigns

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.

Local Communities

The principals of living and working in synergy with the communities in which we operate, as well as collaborating on projects that benefit those...

Climate Action & Environmental Management

Reach net-zero carbon in our own operations by 2030 and partner with suppliers to reduce their climate impact.

Financial health

At Wells Fargo, we're opening pathways to economic advancement for racially and ethnically diverse and low- and moderate-income individuals and...

Subaru Love Promise: Environment

Subaru works to reduce waste, safeguard resources for future generations, and preserve natural spaces – making real, meaningful commitments to these...

Community Impact

Advancing our communities worldwide through philanthropic investments, partnerships, and employee volunteerism.

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...