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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Mastercard Joins Coalition to Support Displaced Workers

Apr 21, 2020 5:50 PM ET

Mastercard today announced the expansion of its partnership with OnwardUS, a new coalition of governors, technology companies and funding partners working to assist workers who have been furloughed or laid off due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Environment

Planting a Better Tomorrow

Apr 21, 2020 5:25 PM ET

As we honor Earth Day and Arbor Day, we know trees play an essential role in solutions to challenges such as air and water quality, mental health in urban settings and global wellness.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Global Citizen and Universal Music Group Release One World: Together at Home the Album

Apr 21, 2020 5:05 PM ET

Global Citizen released the soundtrack to the historic One World: Together At Home online and broadcast special event in support of the COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund for the World Health Organization, powered by the United Nations Foundation.

Events, Media & Communications

Social Value Canada réunira une communauté de praticiens associés au Canada

Apr 21, 2020 4:50 PM ET

Avez-vous suivi une formation SROI? Saviez-vous que la voie vers l’accréditation inclut désormais le statut d’associé, c’est-à-dire celui qui est en cours de progression vers l’accréditation.

Innovation & Technology

New Virtual Learning Response Fund Enlists the Private Sector to Support Remote Instruction During the COVID-19 Pandemic and Beyond

Apr 21, 2020 4:40 PM ET

To aid school systems implementing remote learning initiatives resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, Discovery Education and the National Afterschool Association launched the Virtual Learning Response Fund.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

CBRE Group, Inc. Announces COVID-19 Relief Fund

Apr 21, 2020 4:10 PM ET

CBRE Group, Inc. has launched a COVID-19 Relief Fund to support community and employee needs around the world. The campaign will raise a minimum of $15 million, with a foundational donation from the company of $10 million, plus an employee contribution program.

Events, Media & Communications

Announcing the Digital Summit Series

Apr 21, 2020 4:10 PM ET

We are excited to announce the kick off of our Digital Summit Series, hosted by CyberGrants team members, and covering pertinent topics impacting Corporate Social Responsibility leaders.

Innovation & Technology

American Express Launches ‘Stand for Small’ Coalition to Support U.S. Small Businesses

Apr 21, 2020 3:50 PM ET

The Stand for Small coalition will provide millions of U.S. small businesses access to support through valuable services, offers, tools and expertise, among other benefits.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Keep America Beautiful Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Earth Day with Launch of DoBeautifulThings.org

Apr 21, 2020 3:50 PM ET

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day (April 22), national nonprofit Keep America Beautiful® will launch DoBeautifulThings.org, a website designed to showcase acts of kindness during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Events, Media & Communications

In Case You Missed It: The Corporate Response to COVID-19

Apr 21, 2020 3:30 PM ET

If you missed the webinar, Leading and Learning in a Time of Crisis: The Corporate Response to COVID-19, you can still catch up. This webinar features three social impact leaders, sharing how their companies are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic...

Events, Media & Communications

Porter Novelli Announces Partnership with The Aspen Institute UK, Launching “Go Forward” Webinar Series which Kicks-Off Tomorrow, April 21, Featuring CEO David Bentley

Apr 21, 2020 3:15 PM ET

As the world begins to prepare for what’s next, Porter Novelli in partnership with Aspen UK, is today announcing a series of fireside chats and virtual panel debates focused on the world we envisage as society emerges from this unprecedented period.

Events, Media & Communications

Social Value Canada Practitioner Pathway Webinar

Apr 21, 2020 3:15 PM ET

Have you taken SROI training? Did you know the path to accreditation now includes 'Associate' status, i.e. one who is in progress toward accreditation?

Health & Healthcare

Essity to Supply Surgical Masks for Healthcare Use

Apr 21, 2020 3:00 PM ET

Employees at Essity’s production facilities outside Gothenburg have, over the course of just a few weeks, redirected production and developed a surgical mask for healthcare use.

Events, Media & Communications

Mohawk Group Announces Support of ILFI and Living Future 2020 Online Conference as Luminary Sponsor

Apr 21, 2020 2:45 PM ET

Mohawk Group announced today that the commercial flooring manufacturer is the Luminary sponsor of the annual Living Future Conference.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Whole Planet Foundation and Major Donors are Alleviating Poverty in Florida

Apr 21, 2020 1:55 PM ET

Whole Planet Foundation alleviates poverty in 19 cities in the United States and 76 other countries that supply Whole Foods Market stores with products. In Miami, the Foundation supports our primary microfinance partner in the USA, Grameen America.

Environment

UPS Longitudes | A 2020 Vision for a Sustainable Future

Apr 21, 2020 1:30 PM ET

When people talk or think about sustainability, they often consider activities related to becoming more environmentally friendly.

Media & Communications

The Virus Crisis Affects Business in Many Way - What Will the Risks and Opportunities Result in Post-Emergency? BNP Paribas Offers Views…

Apr 21, 2020 1:10 PM ET

What might our world look like when the COVID-19 global emergency winds down and we move into the “recovery and restoration” phase?

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Brown-Forman Teams Donate Nearly 40,000 Meals

Apr 21, 2020 1:00 PM ET

Our Bourbon Street Café, Events & Hospitality, and Community Relations teams have partnered to assemble and distribute approximately 2,000 bagged lunches each day, for a monthly total of nearly 40,000 meals.

Health & Healthcare

Doing Our Part: Arhaus Upholstery Artisans Are Making PPE Masks

Apr 21, 2020 12:00 PM ET

The last few weeks have shown the world that we can come together in difficult times, using our strengths and skills to help those in need.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Energy Assistance Fund Helps Customers Keep the Lights On

Apr 21, 2020 11:45 AM ET

To support customers struggling to make ends meet because of the global crisis, Southern California Edison has increased the amount of bill relief provided by the Energy Assistance Fund.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Wells Fargo Donates $100k for Tornado and Flood Relief in the South

Apr 21, 2020 11:30 AM ET

The Wells Fargo Foundation today announced a donation of $100,000 to the American Red Cross in support of tornado and flood relief efforts across the southern U.S.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

United Airlines Employees Convert Cargo Facilities Into Food Distribution Centers

Apr 21, 2020 11:30 AM ET

United Airlines today announced that it has transformed one of its cargo facilities at George Bush Intercontinental Airport into a food distribution center to aid the Houston Food Bank's efforts to feed families in need during the COVID-19 crisis.

Health & Healthcare

FedEx Senior Global Operations Control Specialist, National Guard Pilot Conducts Expedited Mission to Deliver Virus Test Swabs Overnight

Apr 21, 2020 11:30 AM ET

With wider-spread coronavirus testing needed in cities and states across the country, Jami Clark took to the skies to pilot a joint overseas mission with the U.S. Armed Forces, transporting nearly one million test swabs from Italy in under 80 hours.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Smithfield Foods Announces $100 Million Responsibility Bonus as Part of #ThankAFoodWorker Initiative

Apr 21, 2020 11:05 AM ET

The $100 million Responsibility Bonus, named for Smithfield’s preeminent guiding principle, is on top of a previous $20 million commitment. Employees who miss work due to COVID-19 exposure or diagnosis will receive the Responsibility Bonus.

Health & Healthcare

BrightFarms Feeds America

Apr 21, 2020 11:00 AM ET