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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives | Maximus

Offering Support to Under-Resourced Infants, Toddlers, and Their Families Experiencing Housing Instability in Washington, DC

Through the support of a grant from the Maximus Foundation, Bright Beginnings provided comprehensive services to more than 380 children, from infants to 5 years old, and their families experiencing housing instability.
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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Flooding Displaces More Than 200,000 in Kenya, Fueling Hunger

Deadly flooding in Kenya has killed over 260 people and displaced over 280,000 as it swept away entire communities and destroyed bridges, roads, healthcare facilities, and other key infrastructure.

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Research, Reports & Publications

CNH Sustainability Report Highlights Key Milestones

World class equipment and services company, CNH, has released its 2023 Sustainability Report.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Atlanta Student Wins $25K Taco Bell Foundation Scholarship

An Atlanta high school senior's passion for helping others dealing with mental health issues just won her a major scholarship through the Taco Bell Foundation.

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Research, Reports & Publications

Training and Development

Our continuous performance improvement strategy is grounded in healthy discussions between an employee and their manager.

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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Marathon Petroleum Truck Fleets Earn NPTC Safety Awards

The National Private Trucking Council (NPTC) awarded 15 fleets from Marathon Petroleum with safety awards based on their 2023 vehicle accident performance. Marathon Petroleum was recognized for its safety record at the NPTC Annual Education Management Conference.

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Events, Media & Communications

Providence Park To Unveil KeyBank Community Plaza in New Multiyear Partnership

KeyBank has entered a new multiyear partnership with the Portland Timbers and Portland Thorns FC, it was announced today. The partnership includes naming rights to the northeast entrance of Providence Park, which will be unveiled as the ‘KeyBank Community Plaza’ on May 9.

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Rescue Mission

In recognition of Earth Day, Regions is sharing a series of articles that highlight how teams and associates across the bank are contributing to our commitment to operate in environmentally sound ways that make life better for all.

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Social Impact & Volunteering

200 FedEx Volunteers Make a Positive Impact With Rise Against Hunger

April is Global Volunteer Month, and we want to thank our volunteers for their commitment to do good. To celebrate, let’s look back at one of the nonprofits that’s a favorite among FedEx team members - Rise Against Hunger.

Environment

Comcast Celebrates Earth Day With Nature-Inspired Xfinity Collection

In honor of Earth Day, Comcast curated a collection of shows, movies, documentaries, and podcasts that celebrate our planet and inspire our audiences.

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Energy

Secretary of Energy Appoints Eastman’s Nolen to Committee on Climate

Nolen was recently named chair of a federal committee to accelerate technologies and processes that can reduce industrial emissions.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

#LifeatYUM!: Spotlighting Our Culture and Talent With Data Scientist Kendall Ruber

We’re launching our #LifeatYUM series to share our unrivaled culture and spotlight our incredible talent.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Unveiling Your Authenticity: Being Seen, Valued and Heard at Northwestern Mutual

Feeling like you’re valued for who you are and what you contribute is important at work. But it doesn’t always come easily. There isn’t a magical point in time where a lightbulb goes off and you feel heard and accepted. It’s a constant journey.

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The Journey to Carbon-Free Data Centers

Eric Alam, CEO of RPD Energy, and Chris Pennington, director of energy and sustainability for Iron Mountain, join co-host Mandi McReynolds on ESG Talk to discuss the journey to carbon-free data centers.

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Health & Healthcare

Walgreens Launches Gene and Cell Services as Part of Newly Integrated Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy Business

Walgreens is expanding its specialty pharmacy services and investing in its capabilities as the company further grows its core pharmacy business to improve patient outcomes and provide greater value to payers and partners.

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Environment

Key Takeaways From Stringent Standards Set by EPA's New Emissions Rule

The Environmental Protection Agency has announced the final rule for Phase 3 of its Greenhouse Gas Emissions for heavy-duty vehicles. Since issuing Phase 1 of its GHG regulations in 2011, EPA emissions rules for all vehicle classes have become increasingly rigorous.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Schneider Electric Presents Inclusive and Sustainable Energy Transition Training Programs for the Youth at Innovation Day In Ivory Coast

Schneider Electric aims to contribute towards paving the way for a sustainable future in sub- Saharan Africa. We are dedicated to preparing the next generation with the skills and knowledge needed to embrace new opportunities in the energy transition.

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Education

CNH Pioneers Dual Program for Machinery Training in Thailand

Case IH, a brand of CNH, partnered with Pakdee College of Commerce of Technology to introduce a first-of-its-kind Dual Programme under its Diploma in Agricultural Machinery program.

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Innovation & Technology

SoyFoam Offers Safer Choice for Firefighters

Soybeans grown in fields surrounding communities across the U.S. will soon be used to fight fires while protecting the environment from harsh chemicals. SoyFoam TF 1122™, made with U.S. soy flour, is used by firefighters to extinguish ordinary combustible and flammable liquid

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

International Medical Corps Deploys Field Hospital in Times of Need With Support From FedEx

Depending on the configuration, our field hospital enables International Medical Corps to deliver lifesaving care to up to 800 patients a day. These efforts would not be possible without the essential support of FedEx.

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TOUR Championship Recognized for Commitments, Actions, and Progress in Sustainability

We are proud that the TOUR Championship has been recognized as a GEO Certified® Tournament.

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Social Impact & Volunteering

Delivering More Than Energy: Delmarva Power’s Community Impact Shines During National Volunteer Month

In 2023, Delmarva Power proudly contributed more than $2.3 million to local nonprofits and 631 employees devoted more than 17,200 hours – the equivalent of 2,150 workdays – to volunteer with hundreds of organizations across Delaware and Maryland.

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Energy

Businesses Welcome Expansion of Maryland’s Energy Efficiency Programs To Meet Climate Action Goals

Ceres joins businesses with employees and operations across Maryland to applaud lawmakers and Gov. Wes Moore for strengthening the state’s EmPOWER program by aligning its energy efficiency targets with the state’s ambitious climate goals.

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Social Impact & Volunteering

The Power of Giving Back: Covia’s Social Impact Efforts

At Covia, we believe that thriving communities can help change the world. That’s why The Covia Foundation, Covia’s philanthropic arm, has been investing in social impact for decades.

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Education

Empowering the STEM Workforce of the Future

Chemours is focused on identifying and developing that next generation of talent through initiatives like our internship/ co-op program and investments in STEM education.

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Innovation & Technology

EHS&S Challenges and Opportunities in the Semiconductor Industry

The SESHA 46th Annual Symposium provided invaluable insights into the current and emerging challenges faced by the semiconductor industry.

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