AEG Extends 11-Year Partnership with Read to a Child to Increase Literacy in Los Angeles

AEG, the world’s leading sports and entertainment company, is continuing its 11-year partnership with Read to a Child, a national nonprofit literacy and mentoring organization, as a Corporate Reading Partner to increase literacy in Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD).

Each week throughout the school year, AEG employees volunteer to meet with a student at Tenth Street Elementary in Pico-Union and read aloud to them as part of Read to a Child’s Lunchtime Reading Program.

Walmart and the Walmart Foundation Announce at Least $1 Million Toward Hurricane Irma Relief and Recovery

In anticipation of Hurricane Irma, Walmart and the Walmart Foundation have made a commitment to provide support for relief efforts through cash and product donations of at least $1 million to organizations helping in response. “We are deeply concerned about the devastating impact Irma is expected to have on the families and communities we serve,” said Kathleen McLaughlin, president of the Walmart Foundation and chief sustainability officer for Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. “We are committed to recovery efforts for our customers, associates and neighbors and will be there to help them through this difficult time.”

Yum! Brands Named to Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index for the First Time

Yum! Brands has been named to the 2017 Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index (DJSI) for its ongoing commitment to sustainability. This is the Company’s first time being included on the index, which is regarded as one of the leading sustainability benchmarks among businesses and investors alike.

Timberland Encourages Its Customers to Use VolunteerMatch to Give Back

Timberland celebrated the 25th anniversary of its Path of Service program by kicking off a season of volunteer events around the globe. The events will reinforce the brand’s commitment to be Earthkeepers by working to protect and restore the outdoors and support the communities where it does business.

Data Analytics: Leveraging Insights to Drive Program Innovation

Data analytics has changed the way we view operations, performance, and student outcomes. As Southern New Hampshire University President Paul L. LeBlanc, mentions in the latest chapter of President to President, “Engineering a 21st Century Higher Educational Model: Guidelines for Leading the Work,” understanding data can be an important step in meeting the needs and expectations of today’s students.

Way Ahead of Schedule – Whirlpool Corporation Meets Two Sustainability Goals Early

In its recently released 2016 Sustainability Report, Whirlpool Corporation announced that it reached two of four sustainability goals, which were originally set in 2014, three years ahead of schedule.

Mohawk Partners with Susan G. Komen to Cushion All Seven 3-Days

To help in the fight against breast cancer, Mohawk is once again partnering with Susan G. Komen® by sponsoring all seven of the organization’s 3-Day events, providing 8,000 pieces of durable, eco-friendly SmartCushionÔ to comfort walkers and crew members.

Republic Services of Tucson Gives Back to the Community

Republic Services of Tucson and Habitat for Humanity recently partnered to make a difference for one local family in need.

Scotiabank Donates $100,000 in Support of Houston and Communities Affected by Hurricane Harvey

Scotiabank is donating $100,000 to The Zina Garrison Tennis & Education Academy (ZGA) to help bring relief to Houston's Third Ward and Sunnyside Community following Hurricane Harvey. "Our thoughts are with the people here in Houston and the communities that have been impacted by Hurricane Harvey," said Doug Reynolds, Managing Director & Head Global Investment Banking Energy U.S. & Houston Office Head at Scotiabank.

Crown Royal Kicks Off Football Season by Reminding Fans to Drink in Moderation and “Hydrate Generously”

Football fans go all out to support their team. And whether it’s throwing an elaborate tailgate or buying a round of drinks after a big win, their generosity with fellow fans knows no bounds.