Points of Light, a global nonprofit dedicated to accelerating people-powered change, released The Civic 50 report featuring key trends, benchmarking data and insights from the 2019 honorees.

Last month, the Business Roundtable modernized its principles on the role of a corporation. The purpose for many corporations now encompasses this list: value for customers, investing in employees, fostering diversity and inclusion, dealing fairly and ethically with suppliers, supporting the communities in which we work, and protecting the environment.

“Firestone Maxi Traction tires will help farmers get the most out of their equipment and lessen the toll taken on the fields during critical farming seasons.”

Stanley Black & Decker and Discovery Education announced the Making for Good Challenge, a challenge encouraging students to develop a unique product that addresses societal and environmental needs.

With donations from this year’s campaign, JetBlue is on par to reach nearly $8 million in total funds raised for several non-profit partners since 2008. This year’s proceeds will benefit DoSomething.org, First Book and the JetBlue Foundation.

Just last month, Hurricane Dorian hit the Bahamas with record-breaking winds, and left a devastating impact on local communities.

Liz Earle has joined the Global Shea Alliance (GSA), a non-profit industry association with members from across 35 countries, which promotes industry sustainability, quality practices and standards, and demand for shea in food and cosmetics.

Peter Henry, Dean Emeritus of NYU’S Stern School of Business once said, “You can actually make a lot of money and do a lot of good in the world.” That’s the motivation behind the business model of Mountain Hazelnuts. To make things even more interesting, we want to create a transformative model in a remarkable part of the world – the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan.

By being methodical and meticulous, Antea Group obtained closure for 30 petroleum release sites 1.1MM under budget and two years ahead of schedule.

All proceeds from tickets sold for this performance will support Mercy Corps, a leading global organization that provides emergency relief such as food, water, shelter and other means, and help communities rebuild and grow stronger after devastation.