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Diversity & Inclusion

How Our Veterans Energize National Grid

Nov 9, 2018 1:35 PM ET

Two years ago I sat down for a Veterans Day breakfast with about 100 National Grid employees who had served in the US Armed Forces.

Health & Healthcare

Medtronic Delivers Significant Progress on Global Corporate Citizenship Efforts

Nov 9, 2018 1:35 PM ET

Medtronic Citizenship 2018 Integrated Performance Report shows improvement on environmental stewardship and diversity aspirational goals

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Helping Veterans Rebuild Their Lives, One Home at a Time

Nov 9, 2018 1:15 PM ET

Lockheed Martin demonstrated its ongoing mission to serve our nation’s military veterans and their families by donating $97,000 last month to Homes for Our Troops, a nonprofit organization that builds specially adapted custom homes for severely injured post-9/11 veterans. Over the past six years, Lockheed Martin has committed more than $400,000 to the charitable organization.

Events, Media & Communications

Smithfield Foods Hosts Members of The Global Good Fund’s Veterans Leadership Program at Company Headquarters

Nov 9, 2018 12:45 PM ET

Smithfield Foods was pleased to host members of The Global Good Fund’s Veterans Leadership Program at the company’s corporate headquarters in Smithfield, Virginia for a three-day executive mentorship retreat. The veteran entrepreneurs spent time with executives, including Smithfield President and Chief Executive Officer Ken Sullivan, gaining valuable insights for their own businesses.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Supporting the Largest Habitat for Humanity Development in Colorado

Nov 9, 2018 12:40 PM ET

About two years ago, Wells Fargo team member Michael Dunn had an idea. While speaking to team members in Community Development in Denver, he asked if the company had ever sponsored an entire house with local affiliate Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver. Nothing came of the conversation at the time, but the Community Development team asked him about it last year. This time, the idea became reality.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Lessons in the Power of Data for Good and Pro Bono

Nov 9, 2018 12:40 PM ET

Andrea Bertels of Nielsen discusses why increasing charitable giving may not be the long-term answer to resolving complex social challenges. Instead, growth in skills-based volunteering and pro bono projects could be key to unlocking new solutions.

Health & Healthcare

VIDEO | Believe in a Cure with Mohawk Group's Specify for a Cure Program

Nov 9, 2018 12:35 PM ET

Mohawk Group and Durkan are committed to the fight against breast cancer and as a long-term partner of Susan G. Komen®, we are helping to make a difference through our corporate donation program, Specify for a Cure®. You can help too: When you specify eligible products within our program, we will make a donation on your behalf to Susan G. Komen.

Environment

SCS Celebrates #FSCFriday With Customers

Nov 9, 2018 12:00 PM ET

At SCS Global Services, we believe Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification demonstrates environmental leadership and provides a competitive business advantage through responsibly-sourced products, well-managed forests, and protection of the planet’s natural resources, local communities and wildlife.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

George Clooney, Paul Rudd, Ben Stiller and More Join Charity Auction to Benefit Veterans

Nov 9, 2018 10:45 AM ET

Kenny Chesney, Stephen Curry, Ellen DeGeneres, Owen Wilson and Jake Gyllenhaal are among the other stars to auction off prizes in support of Home for Our Troops.

Responsible Production & Consumption

‘A LINE IN THE SAND’ – Global Commitment to Eliminate Plastic Pollution at the Source

Nov 9, 2018 10:30 AM ET

A Global Commitment to eradicate plastic waste and pollution at the source has been signed by 250 organizations including many of the world’s largest packaging producers, brands, retailers and recyclers, as well as governments and NGOs. Signatories include companies representing 20% of all plastic packaging produced globally – they include well-known consumer businesses such as Danone; H&M group; L’Oréal; Mars, Incorporated; PepsiCo; The Coca- Cola Company; and Unilever; major packaging producers such as Amcor, plastics producers including Novamont and energy management specialist Schneider Electric.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Hallmark Shows Gratitude for Veterans

Nov 9, 2018 10:25 AM ET

In 2016, Kelly Brock, a reservation coordinator for Hallmark’s attractions, and member of Hallmark’s Military Interest Group (MIG), reached out to her father-in-law’s USS Hornet organization with an idea.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

McCormick for Chefs Named Sysco’s 2018 Corporate Social Responsibility Supplier of the Year

Nov 9, 2018 9:35 AM ET

Congratulations to McCormick for Chefs - Named Sysco’s 2018 Corporate Social Responsibility Supplier of the Year!

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Consumers Energy Provides Inclusive Workplace for Veterans with their Veteran's Advisory Panel

Nov 9, 2018 9:35 AM ET

Consumers Energy's Veteran's Advisory Panel, or VAP, provides opportunities that allow veterans to utilize talents acquired from their military service and creates an inclusive workforce where veterans feel valued and supported.

Innovation & Technology

Using Blockchain Technology to Solve Global Problems

Nov 9, 2018 9:35 AM ET

This post was written by guest blogger Dr. Mariana Dahan, Founder and CEO of the World Identity Network. She recently spoke as part of Cisco’s Women Rock-IT series. Today, more than a billion people around the world lack that most basic of human rights: recognized personhood. Lack of officially recognized identity (ID) impacts every aspect of life: civil, economic, educational and political, among many others. Without a valid proof of identity, many basic services are out of reach.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Leading Sustainability Reporting Bodies Launch Two-Year Project for Better Alignment

Nov 9, 2018 9:05 AM ET

Launched during the World Congress of Accountants 2018, Corporate Reporting Dialogue participants committed to driving better alignment of sustainability reporting frameworks, as well as with frameworks that promote further integration between non-financial and financial reporting.

Events, Media & Communications

Employee Activism Movement Started by Google Employees

Nov 9, 2018 8:40 AM ET

Innovation & Technology

How Data Privacy Regulations Affect Nonprofits—And What They Can Do

Nov 9, 2018 8:25 AM ET

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

A Small Step That Matters — Whirlpool EMEA Supports the Fight Against Plastic Pollution in Seas

Nov 9, 2018 8:05 AM ET

At Whirlpool, we strongly believe that even the smallest steps towards a more sustainable world can make a difference and that is why we decided to promote the #PlasticLess initiative in partnership with LifeGate.

Education

Hormel Heroes Scholarship Recipients Announced

Nov 9, 2018 8:00 AM ET

Hormel Foods Corporation today announced the recipients of this year’s $10,000 Hormel Heroes Scholarships. The Hormel Heroes Scholarship Program was created by Hormel Foods to support students with military backgrounds pursuing degrees in culinary arts or a foodservice management related program and is administered by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF).

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

LA Kings to Honor Victims of Thousand Oaks Tragedy

Nov 8, 2018 7:45 PM ET

As part of tonight’s Kings-Minnesota Wild game at STAPLES Center, both teams will help honor the victims and those affected by last night’s tragic event in nearby Thousand Oaks.

Education

A Virtual STEM Field Trip to Lockheed Martin’s Famous Skunk Works®

Nov 8, 2018 2:40 PM ET

High school students with an interest in science, technology, math and engineering (STEM) are invited on a virtual field trip to Lockheed Martin’s top-secret Skunk Works® next month. Students will meet “skunks” who are pioneering innovative technologies that are changing the future of flight and get a behind-the-scenes look at the exciting work a STEM career can offer.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The JetBlue Foundation Celebrates National STEM Day by Awarding Grants to Power STEM Initiatives in Puerto Rico

Nov 8, 2018 2:30 PM ET

JetBlue today announced the JetBlue Foundation has awarded $135,000 in grants to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education programs in Puerto Rico to aid in long-term post-hurricane recovery. Grants of varying amounts were provided to organizations that are investing in the island’s future and placing aviation and STEM top-of-mind as career choices for students.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

FCA Foundation Donates $200,000 to Americares, First Response Team of America and Team Rubicon

Nov 8, 2018 2:15 PM ET

The FCA Foundation, the charitable arm of North American automaker, FCA US LLC, today announced $200,000 in grants to three organizations, which are currently providing support to residents and communities affected by Hurricanes Florence and Michael.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

George Clooney is Giving Up Motorcycle Riding and Auctioning His Harley-Davidson for Charity on eBay

Nov 8, 2018 1:40 PM ET

The actor has donated his 2017 Harley-Davidson Dresser Touring toeBay for Charity to benefit Homes for Our Troops, a nonprofit organisation that provides adapted homes for severely injured post-9/11 veterans.

Health & Healthcare

Helping to Deliver Catalytic Care to Women in Benin

Nov 8, 2018 1:20 PM ET

The Pfizer Foundation* is proud to partner with organizations like CARE in underserved areas around the world to create sustainable solutions that help improve women’s health and access to family planning.