Force for Good: Giving Back to Communities Nationwide

Stakeholders increasingly expect companies to be a positive force in the communities where their employees live and work — not just with philanthropic donations, but with actions that set an example for others to follow.

In this series sponsored by Subaru of America, we’ll take a closer look at what corporate philanthropy means today and how companies can rally employees, nonprofits and other stakeholders to truly make an impact in the communities they serve. (Image credit: Quality Stock Arts/Adobe Stock)

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

17-Year Partnership Between Subaru and the ASPCA Has Helped Over 134,000 Pets
Lots of people say they stand up for underdogs. But not everyone welcomes them into their showrooms. That’s what some Subaru retailers do every October as part of a 17-year partnership between Subaru and The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA).

Education

Subaru and AdoptAClassroom.org To Support Over 750,000 Students Across the U.S.
Teachers in the United States are spending more of their own money than ever before to meet an overwhelming need for even basic school supplies like paper and pencils.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

From Auto Assembly Plants to National Parks, Zero-Landfill Practices Help To Create a More Sustainable Future
National parks are an integral part of our country’s landscape. They preserve valuable habitats and provide sanctuary for endangered and threatened species.

Diversity & Inclusion

Building Love and Belonging Into Employee Resource Groups
Finding common ground is inherent to human nature. It’s how we establish rapport, make meaningful connections, and relate to one another each and every day.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Subaru and Make-A-Wish Create Joyous Memories for Families
Children’s greatest wishes are coming true in the Chicago suburbs. From family vacations to bedroom makeovers, Autobarn Subaru of Countryside and Make-A-Wish Illinois are helping to create irreplaceable experiences for critically ill children and their families.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Bridging the Gap Between Donations and Meaningful Connections
While we live in an age of hyper-connectivity, it often feels like people are more detached from their local communities than ever before.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Stronger Together: Corporate Partnership Puts the ‘Wheels’ in Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels provides vital nutrition and support services for seniors. With inflation and high food costs, corporate partnerships are more important than ever to help sustain social programs that benefit vulnerable populations.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

This Subaru Retailer Lives Its Purpose Hosting Fiestas for Shelter Animals
Fiesta Subaru is living up to its name in a big way. The Albuquerque, New Mexico, retailer brought the pet party directly to its campus with a brand new dog park.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

The Subaru Love Promise: The Value of Running a Business With Love and Respect
When you think of competitive and ambitious brands, love, respect and “delivering happiness to all” are not the first words that come to mind.

Environment

The Philadelphia Union Is Scoring on and off the Field in Partnership With Subaru
Fans jump out of their seats and roar as their beloved Philadelphia Union soccer club nets a goal at Subaru Park in Chester, Pennsylvania. As fervent fans bask in their team’s success, they can also take pride in knowing each goal scored contributes to a greater cause.
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