Corporate Social Responsibility News
Learn about companies that are doing good while turning a profit. This section features news on company and employee initiatives, corporate donations, activities and announcements that benefit the environment, under-represented groups and the community at large.
Prominent Business Leader Mohammad Mahmoud of Cranberry Junction Ice Cream in Hackensack Teams Up with Local Girl Scout Troop 6200 to Fight Childhood Hunger in New Jersey
Prominent Business Leader Mohammad Mahmoud of Cranberry Junction Ice Cream, a locally recognized ice cream shop comes to the aid of the NNJ Girl Scout Troop 6200. Troop 6200 needed a place to sell their cookies for the season and Mr. Mahmoud opened his location, his heart, and wallet to make the girl's dream come true to raise money to help with child hunger. Proceeds of their cookie sales along with Mr. Mahmoud’s matching donation will go towards the local Feeding America. - March 21, 2021 - Cranberry Junction Ice Cream
Healing Hotels to Host Virtual Mini-HEALING SUMMIT
Global holistic hospitality brand brings thought leaders together. - March 21, 2021 - Healing Hotels of the World
Cal Coast Credit Union Raises $35,000 to Support Local Businesses and Charities
California Coast Credit Union raises $35,000 for local businesses and non-profits during recent Shop Local campaign. - March 18, 2021 - California Coast Credit Union
TRInternational CEO Megan Gluth-Bohan Assumes 100% Company Ownership
Just shy of a decade of service at TRInternational, CEO Megan E. Gluth-Bohan, Esq. has assumed 100 percent ownership of the chemical distribution company located in Edmonds, WA. Ms. Gluth-Bohan joined the company in 2012 as General Counsel and quickly moved from General Manager to President to CEO... - March 17, 2021 - TRInternational, Inc.
Reach Out and Read Georgia Selected for AJC Peachtree Road Race Charity Partner Program
Reach Out and Read Georgia is one of nine non-profit organizations that serve Atlantans selected as the first-ever AJC Peachtree Road Race Charity Partners. Reach Out and Read Georgia will have 25 guaranteed entries into the 52nd Running of the Peachtree, which will take place on July 3 and 4 in... - March 17, 2021 - Reach Out and Read Georgia
Eric Dalius Signs on as Investment Manager of Starlite Partners Network LLC
Eric Dalius, Marketing Innovator and Real Estate Investor, has joined Starlite Partners Network LLC as investment manager. Starlite is a tech driven Opportunity Zone company based in Miami. Starlite’s primary goal is to seek end to end efficiencies in the opportunity zone space that do not currently exist. - March 15, 2021 - Eric Dalius Grant
Omaha Business Finds Ways to Safely Appreciate Employees During Pandemic
In the past year, Fusion has stuck to their core beliefs of ensuring everyone they touch has a better life - that includes both nationwide healthcare as well as internal players. The company has been dedicated to making sure all employees have healthy outlets as they face the challenges that have been presented in the last year. - March 12, 2021 - Fusion Medical Staffing
National Van Lines Lending a Hand with Water Relief
National Van Lines, Inc. partnered with Proviso Mayors, including the Village of Broadview’s Mayor Katrina Thompson, by supplying a truck and driver to deliver much-needed bottled water to families in Jackson, Mississippi. “We want to be available to collaborate with our community and... - March 12, 2021 - National Van Lines
mobileLIVE Donates $100,000 to Help Trillium Health Partners Create a New Kind of Health Care for a Healthier Community
The company is lending its digital expertise to help usher in the future of health care. - March 12, 2021 - mobileLIVE
The Beauty of Giving; HITS Beauty Brand Gives $3,000 Worth of Beauty Products to Virginia-Based Teen Girl Empowerment Organization
Hair in the Spirit (HITS) Inc. and HITS Beauty Brand donated $3,000 worth of their original shampoo, conditioner and hair styling products to Crittenton Services, a Maryland-based organization dedicated to empowering teen girls to make positive choices and achieve their goals. This effort marks... - March 11, 2021 - HITS Beauty Brand
Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity Discusses Highlights of Veteran Housing Focus Study
"By creating affordable housing options, Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity is contributing to the economic and emotional recovery of veterans." - Fran Briggs, Publicist to Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity - March 11, 2021 - Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity
Hecht Trauma Institute Announces Inaugural Webinar: Cultivating Staff Resilience in Law Enforcement
The Hecht Trauma Institute announces the launch of its inaugural virtual Peace Officer Standards and Training certified course – Cultivating Staff Resilience in Law Enforcement. Live on Zoom, on March 24, 2021. About the Institute: The Hecht Trauma Institute is a global provider of affordable, culturally-sensitive training, research, and consulting, opportunities for professionals and paraprofessionals serving persons affected by trauma. - March 11, 2021 - Hecht Trauma Institute
Harrison Latham Pledges 1%
Harrison Latham Joins the Pledge 1% Movement and Pledges to Donate 1% of Time, Product, and Profit to the Community. - March 11, 2021 - Harrison Latham
Image Options Promotes VP of Finance to C-Suite
California based retail and experiential design company promotes Joseph Im to Chief Financial Officer. - March 10, 2021 - Image Options
Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity Campaign for Veterans Gains Support from United American Marketing
"Strategic alliance will provide buildings with renewable energy and increased efficiency." - Fran Briggs, Publicist to Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity - March 09, 2021 - Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity
Farmers Insurance Company of Flemington to Sponsor 2021 CEA Turkey Trot
Farmers Insurance Company of Flemington, a leading Property & Casualty insurer headquartered in Hunterdon County, will be the official Bib Sponsor for the 2021 CEA Turkey Trot to take place on Thanksgiving Day in Flemington. This fun community event helps raise funds to support the Center for... - March 05, 2021 - Farmers Insurance Company of Flemington
Multiple Patients Benefit from Engel & Völkers Blood Drives
Engel & Völkers Madeira Beach and Engel & Völkers Belleair Host Community Blood Drives. - March 05, 2021 - Engel & Völkers
BCS Makes a Generous Donation to Wells of Life to Celebrate 20 Years in Business
Wells of Life is a Christian non-profit organization that is dedicated to solving the water dilemma one well at a time. To celebrate 20 years in business, BCS and its founder Bob Bond made a generous donation to the Wells of Life foundation to restore an existing well in Uganda. - March 03, 2021 - Bond Consulting Services
Cal Coast Credit Union and the San Diego Gulls Foundation Join Forces for the San Diego Gulls Book and Learning Supply Drive
California Coast Credit Union is teaming up with the San Diego Gulls Foundation to raise funds for the San Diego Gulls Book and School Supply Drive benefitting Words Alive, a local nonprofit organization focused on reading for children, teens and families. From March 1 through March 8, community... - February 27, 2021 - California Coast Credit Union
Hani Zeini Scholarship 2021 for College Students is Open
A successful entrepreneur and visionary, Hani Zeini has announced the scholarship submission date for aspiring students looking to complete their degree education. - February 25, 2021 - Hani Zeini
CEO John Steinmetz and Vista Bank Team Members Honored for Cultivating an Environment Recognized as a 2020 DBJ Best Places to Work
During the COVID-19 pandemic, companies of all sizes and across multiple industries faced unprecedented challenges. Deemed essential services and tasked with being the Amazon Prime of the CARES Act, community banks found new ways to serve their customers during the economic lockdowns. Amidst the... - February 25, 2021 - Vista Bank
Hotels Come Together in the Interest of Serving Truck Drivers
TruckerInn is a product of hotel operators whose primary interest is serving truck drivers. Daryon Hotels backed and sponsored this initiative by signing the hotels they manage onto the cause. Hotels from all over are now getting involved by offering 10%-20% off their rooms to all truck drivers. - February 25, 2021 - Daryon Hotels International
Learn-To-Ride Bike Program Coming to 35 Jefferson County Schools
Living Life on 2 Wheels is partnering with All Kids Bike® to launch the Learn-To-Ride bike program in 35 Jefferson County elementary schools. This program, supported by Home Service Oil and Express Mart, will help approximately 15,000 kindergarten and first-grade students learn to ride over the next five years. - February 25, 2021 - Home Service Oil
Biodiversity: the Next Investor Demand for Companies, New Study by Leaders Arena
Leaders Arena’s latest study on biodiversity reporting finds that corporate disclosures fall short of investor expectations. The study finds that just 32% of large listed companies are disclosing on biodiversity initiatives within their business operations despite institutional investors managing $7tn in equity assets already considering this topic in their investment process. - February 23, 2021 - Leaders Arena Limited
Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity Launches $6 Million Funding Campaign for Veteran Housing
$6 million in philanthropic support will be used for the development and zoning of the land. FVHFH will widen marketing exposure for corporate donors. National media features will supplement their marketing and advertising. – Fran Briggs, Publicist to FVHFH - February 21, 2021 - Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity
IBMTV to Feature H.S.H Prince Michael of Liechtenstein
IBMTV will feature H.S.H. Prince Michael of Liechtenstein to discuss the Future of Finance of Swiss Impact exclusively for the IBMTV Network. - February 19, 2021 - IBMTV
Nick Herle and Heli Aviation Offer Important Wildlife Management Tool for the FWC
Florida currently has an incredibly rich ecosystem that’s filled with various species of plants and animals. The Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) in Florida is the main entity in charge of preserving the varied land and water habitats located throughout 66,000 square miles of... - February 19, 2021 - Nick Herle
“Vaccinate With Love (Dedicated to Dr. Osterholm)” by Peter Lake Will Benefit Families of Frontline Workers
Peter Lake releases his new song “Vaccinate With Love (Dedicated To Dr. Osterholm).” Despite being a catchy song that stands on its artistic merit, this song is released specifically for a more altruistic purpose: to benefit families of frontline workers who have sadly perished due to COVID-19 and inject more empathy into people’s hearts and minds during such a difficult time. Therefore, 100% of the streaming royalties from the song will be donated to the Frontline Families Fund. - February 16, 2021 - Peter Lake
Mary’s Center Families Benefit from Laptop Donation by Hispanic Heritage Foundation
The Donation Seeks to Eliminate Learning Gaps for Students and Isolation for Seniors - February 14, 2021 - Mary's Center
Robert C. Gunst, Jr. Named Partner
Promoted to Partner - February 12, 2021 - Baucom, Claytor, Benton, Morgan & Wood, P.A.
San Diego County Students Receive BYD Care PPE Products
BYD (Build Your Dreams) donated BYD Care KN95 and surgical masks, family health packs and cases of hand sanitizer to seven San Diego County, California school districts as part of the company’s commitment to keeping Californians safe during the global coronavirus pandemic. Receiving the... - February 11, 2021 - BYD
Beyond Spots & Dots Wins Communitas Award for Social Responsibility
Agency is internationally recognized for its dedication to supporting community members. - February 10, 2021 - Beyond Spots & Dots, Inc.
Simfoni Announces Achievement of SOC 2 Type I Certification, Boosting Its Commitment to Security
Simfoni, a global innovator in Spend Analytics and Spend Management, proudly announces today it has completed its Service Organization Control (SOC) 2 Type 1 examination. The audit was conducted by Assure Professional, a leading cybersecurity, assurance, and compliance solutions provider, revealed no exceptions - which means that all of Simfoni’s information security practices, policies, and operational procedures meet or exceed security standards. - February 10, 2021 - Simfoni USA Inc
Operation Food Search Revamps Workplace Recycling Program
Nonprofit introduces "Repurpose for a Purpose" during pandemic. - February 10, 2021 - Operation Food Search
University of Washington Graduate Student Launches NoirePack Inc.
America's hub for Black-Owned coffees; NoirePack is a small start-up based out of Seattle, WA, whose primary mission is to deliver the Black coffee Experience in every box purchased. Freshly roasted coffee from America's Premier Black Artisan Roasters from Russell’s Gourmet Coffee in Georgia to Blk & Bold in Iowa and Sailor's Brew Coffee and Boon Boona Coffee in the West Coast we bring you a diaspora of America’s best-hidden gems. - February 09, 2021 - NoirePack Inc.
Virginia Businessman Dr. Tommy R. Nash Savoring Sustained Entrepreneurial Success as the Face of COGA Life Instructor, Gifted Author
https://makingheadlinenews.com/2021/01/18/virginia-businessman-dr-tommy-r-nash-savoring-sustained-entrepreneurial-success-as-the-face-of-coga-life-instructor-gifted-author/ Making Immeasurable Strides - A native of Duck Hill, Mississippi - a rural Montgomery County establishment that is comprised... - February 04, 2021 - COGA - Leadership Intelligence Creates Leadership Champions
Verb(TM) Presents Speaker Series Features Rear Admiral John W. Bitoff, USN (Ret.)
“A Stronger America: The Importance of Civility” - February 03, 2021 - Silicon Private Wealth
IBMTV Creates a New Network of TV for "Smart People"
IBMTV.TV broadcasting in 122 countries has been launched with over 65 weekly TV shows on topics not typically covered by traditional media. Economics Monday features former Comptroller General of the USA; Media Monday has Pulitzer Prize winner; Swiss Impact features Presidents and Prime Ministers around the world; Medical Friday features Doctors from USA and India. Get ready for "Smart Television." - February 01, 2021 - IBMTV
Careington, a Proud Sponsor of Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Essay and Oration Scholarship Competition
Careington is proud to have once again served as a "Dream" level sponsor for the 11th annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Essay and Oration Scholarship competition. This annual event is hosted by Linking Cultures of Frisco, a Frisco-based non-profit organization with a mission to connect... - January 29, 2021 - Careington
So Cool Brands Joins the IX-ONE Product Data and Image Exchange
Organic Beverage Manufacturer, So Cool Brands has joined The Data’s Council’s IX-ONE, the industry’s product data and images exchange, providing customers with consistent, accurate and independently verified product information. “Reliable product information is critical for our retail partners successful category management, marketing and merchandising,” said Stephanie Brooke, co-founder of So Cool Brands. “Joining IX-ONE will help us provide world-class support." - January 28, 2021 - So Cool Brands Inc.
Stephen L. Hightower II, Chief Operating Officer of Hightowers Petroleum Co. Appointed to Cincinnati Regional Chamber Board of Directors
It was recently announced that Stephen L. Hightower II, Chief Operating Officer of Hightowers Petroleum Co (HPC), was appointed to the Cincinnati Regional Chamber Board of Directors. Stephen joined 14 other accomplished business leaders from across the region as new appointees. On November 16,... - January 28, 2021 - Stephen L. Hightower
Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.) Names Sharon Dietsche, LCSW-C, LICSW to the Role of Director of Program Operations
The Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.) has named Sharon Dietsche, LCSW-C, LICSW as their Director of Program Operations. Debbie B. Riley, LCMFT, C.A.S.E.’s Co-founder and CEO said of the hire, “Sharon has a vibrant career dedicated to providing clinical services to... - January 27, 2021 - Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.)
Vantage Circle Organizes Virtual Walkathon to Promote Corporate Employee Health
Vantage Circle is hosting a Global Virtual Walkathon for corporates around the globe to encourage the corporate community to take a resolution for a healthier lifestyle. - January 20, 2021 - Vantage Circle
National Early Literacy Nonprofit Organization Welcomes New Members to Board of Directors
Reach Out and Read welcomes new board members, Laura Bailet, Ph.D., Nathan Chomilo, MD, Nia Heard-Garris, MD, MSc, and Paul LeBlanc to the national, early literacy organization’s Board of Directors. “We are thrilled to welcome four outstanding and committed individuals to the Reach Out... - January 19, 2021 - Reach Out and Read
5th Annual Valentine’s For Veterans Benefit Auction
Gulfcoast Coin & Jewelry will be hosting their 5th annual “Valentine’s For Veterans Benefit Auction” on Saturday, February 6, 2021 in their Fort Myers Gallery at 14181 S. Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers, FL 33912. - January 15, 2021 - Gulfcoast Coin & Jewelry
Hope Flows™ Breast Cancer Initiative
Sustainable hair care brand Flow is proud to launch the Hope Flows™ Breast Cancer Initiative - an evergreen campaign dedicated to supporting the fight to end to breast cancer through breast cancer research. - January 15, 2021 - Flow Haircare
TRInternational, Inc. Awarded WBENC Women Owned Small Business Certification
Seattle-Metro Business Gains National Women-Owned Certification; Expanding Female Ownership in the Chemical Industry - January 14, 2021 - TRInternational, Inc.
SolarCraft Complete Solar Power Installation for West Marin Medical Center; West Marin Medical Practice Flips the Switch to Solar and Saves
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft, a leading North Bay clean energy provider for over 35 years, recently completed the design and installation of a 11.2 kW DC solar electric system West Marin Medical Center in Point Reyes Station, CA. - January 14, 2021 - SolarCraft
Wilburn & Associates President Retires and Creates New Model to Help People Get Real About Diversity Equity & Inclusion
The death of George Floyd and Brionna Taylor has brought a lot of attention to the Black Lives Matter movement as well as broader issues of race and diversity in this country. A lot of businesses and organizations are now indicating that they are taking steps to advance the cause of diversity... - January 12, 2021 - Wilburn & Associates, LLC
GetDiversityCertified.com Launches New Book to Help Businesses Earn Certification
New book “Certify & Sell” delivers a comprehensive guide to certification and supplier diversity. - January 12, 2021 - Abator Information Services