Education & Workforce Development

Making an Impact Around the Globe: Hats Off to San Francisco

At Amgen San Francisco, staff have formed a “tight knit circle.” This group of dedicated and talented volunteers is making hats and scarfs for Caps for Kids, an organization that provides hats for children facing life-threatening illnesses. Whether working at home or in their knitting circles, the team is making a big difference in the lives of children.

Corporate Responsibility

CSR Competes at RIO 2016

Although in the past the Olympics presented an opportunity for companies to share their commitments to society and the environment with a global audience, so far, many have commented on the surprising dearth of campaigns this year. Yet, in the midst of a complex Olympic environment, a few companies have stepped forward to leverage their involvement for social or environmental good in Rio and beyond. Here's a quick snapshot:

Volunteering & Community

Video: Nestlé 150 for 150: 150 Volunteer Events Around the USA

To celebrate 150 years of Good Food, Good Life we're taking our birthday spirit to the communities where we operate. On August 4th, our#Nestlé150for150 event involved 150+ employee volunteer events across the United States including food banks, river clean ups, animal care, education support and fitness competitions. Our signature event was a fitness competition at the historic Rose Bowl stadium, led by Olympic champions Jackie Joyner-Kersee and Gail Devers.

Volunteering & Community

Keep Mississippi Beautiful’s “Wildflower Trails” are Taking Bloom

Mississippi is well known for its natural beauty. But over the years, the amount of native wildflowers has dwindled because of the common threats of habitat loss and invasive plants.

Volunteering & Community

Mayor Turner Announces ServiceWorks Skill-Building Bootcamp for Hire Houston Youth in Partnership with Volunteer Houston, Points of Light, Houston Independent School District, and the White House Summer Opportunity Project

To celebrate the completion of young people’s summer employment through Houston Hire Youth and the local launch of the ServiceWorks program, Volunteer Houston, Points of Light, the City of Houston and the Houston Independent School District are pleased to announce a ServiceWorks Skill-Building Bootcamp on August 6, 2016 from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm at Carnegie Vanguard High School.

This high-energy, immersive experience for 150+ Houston-area young adults between the ages of 16 – 24, will give participants an introduction to how service can be a next step on their pathway to college and career, while inspiring young people to become agents for change in their own communities.

Volunteering & Community

Republic Hosts Family at the Southern Nevada Recycle Center for a Tour and Special Visit in the New Learning Center

Stone DeVine is an eight-year old who was diagnosed with High-Functioning Autism and ADHD. He is slowly overcoming his disability by engaging in several occupational and behavioral therapies on almost a daily basis. Stone has become obsessed with recycling and has developed a deep appreciation for the men and women who drive and operate both trash and recycling trucks.

Health & Healthcare

Your Support is Changing Lives

At LIVESTRONG, we focus on three important areas: serving individuals, building communities and changing systems. Throughout the month of August we will be sharing real stories from people who have been helped in these areas by LIVESTRONG.

Awards & Rankings

Sodexo Receives Outstanding Corporate Group Award from the United Way

Sodexo, world leader in Quality of Life Services, has been recognized by the United Way with the 2016 Community Volunteer Excellence Award, Outstanding Corporate Group Category for the company’s work impacting the community. The Christian Service Center for Central Florida (CSC) nominated Sodexo for the award, highlighting the commitment from the company’s volunteers to not only support CSC programs, but for continually seeking opportunities to leverage and contribute their expertise in other areas.

Research & Reports

Caterpillar: Work That Matters

2015 was a year of innovation and encouraging all Caterpillar employees to band together and share ideas, big and small, to drive efficiency.

Corporate Responsibility

The DNA of Robust Employee Engagement

Hear from Berkshire Bank—“America’s Most Exciting Bank”—to learn about the benefits they reap from a robust employee volunteer program.

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