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.
World Rivers Day 2018 Set for September 23rd. World Rivers Day Promotes Stewardship, Increases Awareness and Encourages River Conservation.
World Rivers Day 2018, set for September 23 (always the fourth Sunday in September), is a global celebration of our rivers. The event strives to increase public awareness of the values of our waterways while also promoting the need for sound river stewardship. The day's festivities will range from stream clean-ups and habitat restoration activities to educational programs and community riverside celebrations. More than 70 countries and millions of people will participate. - September 17, 2018 - World Rivers Day
Jams World 2018 'Akala (Pink) Collection to Benefit Hawaiʻi Pacific Health Cancer Center at Pali Momi Medical Center
Jams World, the multi-generational, Made in Hawaii clothing company, is partnering with Hawai‘i Pacific Health to participate in National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 'Akala (Pink) Collection will be released September 17, 2018 and 20% of the proceeds will benefit the Hawai‘i Pacific Health Cancer Center at Pali Momi Medical Center. - September 15, 2018 - Surf Line Hawaii
Activists Worldwide Fast in Solidarity on World Day for Farmed Animals, Tuesday, Oct. 2
On October 2nd, animal rights activists around the globe will fast in solidarity in observance of the 36th annual World Day for Farmed Animals. - September 14, 2018 - Farm Animal Rights Movement
Ultimatum, Inc. Partners with Cajun Navy Relief to Support Their Hurricane Florence Relief Efforts
Hurricane Florence, a category 1 storm, hit the Carolinas on September 13. Nonprofit organization, Cajun Navy Relief sprung into action with relief efforts, and is currently fundraising using a campaign on Ultimatum. The first $100 in donations made to the campaign will be matched by Ultimatum, Inc., and will go towards supporting the relief effort. - September 14, 2018 - Ultimatum Inc.
Instant Imprints to Sponsor the 2018 Tee It Up for the Troops Charity Golf Tournament
The promotional marketing brand will provide apparel and signage for the event on September 17th. - September 13, 2018 - Instant Imprints
Former Moody’s Corporate Governance Expert Joins Leaders Arena to Advise Companies
Leaders Arena, a UK and US-based ESG corporate advisor, further expands in the U.S. and Canada with the appointment of Chris Plath, former Vice President and Corporate Governance Specialist at Moody’s Investors Service. In a recent study, LA valued the ESG investor market opportunity for listed companies at USD 5.1tn. - September 13, 2018 - Leaders Arena Limited
NetForce Global Announces New Corporate Board
NetForce Global®, a trusted leader in wholesale international background screening, announced today their newly appointed Corporate Board. Board Chair and company co-founder, Ed Etzel, said, “Our new board is comprised of industry experts, with the purpose of providing guidance to address... - September 12, 2018 - NetForce Global
Austin Contractors & Engineers Association Prepares for Annual Fish Fry Fundraiser
The Austin Contractors & Engineers Association (ACEA) is preparing to welcome more than 600 members to their annual Fish Fry Fundraiser event on Thursday, September 20, 2018 at the Travis County Expo Center. The popular event includes a live and silent auction along with other fun games. - September 12, 2018 - Austin Contractors & Engineers Association
The PLATO Society of Los Angeles Colloquium – Secrets, Scandal and Shame: Sexual Abuse in the Catholic Church – September 20, 2018. Open to the Public. Free Parking.
The PLATO Society of Los Angeles, a Domestic Nonprofit Organization, with 501(c)(3) status is excited to announce its September 2018 Colloquium: Secrets, Scandal and Shame: Sexual Abuse in the Catholic Church presented by Dr. Kathleen McChesney, Author and former Executive Assistant Director of the FBI; September 20, 2018; Skirball Cultural Center; Address: 2701 N Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049; 12:45 Coffee and Cookies, 1:30-3:00 Program. - September 11, 2018 - The PLATO Society of Los Angeles
Yardstick Management Hires Aida Mariam to Lead Its Community Engagement Business
Aida Mariam is an exceptional results-driven leader. Her breadth and depth of experience spans public affairs, community organizing, campaign management, design thinking and community development. Because of her strong leadership and management skills she has achieved the following results: -... - September 08, 2018 - Yardstick Management LLC
Celebrate One Million Lives Changed with Free Wheelchair Mission at Mercer Island Community Center
Powerful Documentary, "Because No One Should Have to Crawl," Chronicles One-Million-Wheelchair Journey - September 07, 2018 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Sitters4Critters Announces New Perks and Benefits for Employees
The fully insured dog walking and pet sitter service, Sitters4Critters recently announced that it will be offering new perks and benefits for employees. Sitters4Critters put these changes into effect to maximize employee productivity and happiness after receiving feedback from existing... - September 06, 2018 - Sitters4Critters
New Book Shows How to Build a Brand That People Love to Love
Just released: Beyond Sizzle: The Next Evolution of Branding is a playbook for building a brand that people love to love. The book shows readers how to build that brand for their organization, one that will not only help them thrive economically but also have a positive impact on customers, employees, and the world. - September 04, 2018 - Maven House Press
82 Year Old Stage 4 Cancer Patient to Model on the Runway During New York Fashion Week
82 year old Sarasota resident and Stage 4 cancer patient will fulfill a dream in New York as she models on the SMGlobal Catwalk during New York Fashion Week with non-profit organization, Say YES to Hope and their signature program, "Surviving in Fashion." - September 01, 2018 - Say YES to Hope
Dress for Success Tampa Bay and JPMorgan Chase Launch Employee Engagement Initiative
JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Dress for Success Tampa Bay are working together to launch two new programs for local unemployed or underemployed women: a Resume Writing and Mock Interview Boot Camp and an opportunity to Adopt a Boutique and Career Center for the day. The first activity for... - August 30, 2018 - Dress for Success Tampa Bay
ATL Beltline Neighborhood Grows in Secret
Outside investors enhance Chosewood Park neighborhood by growing community. Revitalizing a Neighborhood. - August 28, 2018 - Beltwood Property Management
Pangea Properties Donates Backpacks and School Supplies to 400 Chicago Youth
Pangea Properties, a private Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), partnered with The Chicago Housing Authority (“CHA”) on Aug. 9 to provide 400 children with backpacks and school supplies. For the 6th year in a row, volunteers from Pangea Properties helped direct 400 elementary-aged... - August 27, 2018 - Pangea Properties
Mary LaFrance Recognized as a VIP Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Mary LaFrance of Washougal, Washington has been recognized as a VIP Member for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Mary LaFrance Mary LaFrance has over 26 years of experience in the... - August 25, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
Songs for Sound #HEARtheMUSIC Project Supports America’s Heroes Living with Hearing Loss at the 100th American Legion National Convention
The #HEARtheMUSIC Project travels the nation to raise Awareness, increase Access and encourage Action around hearing loss, the number one service-related injury affecting veterans. - August 24, 2018 - Songs for Sound
Healthy Humor to Launch Red Nose Docs at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
Nation's largest healthcare clowning organization adds another of America's preeminent pediatric institutions to its ranks. - August 23, 2018 - Healthy Humor, Inc.
Film Festival Intrigued Filmmaker's Combination of UAV Filmography, Wild Horses & Wildfire
Using UAV technology, filmmaker William E. Simpson II captures cinematic glimpses of the secret lives of threatened native-species American wild horses in a balanced fire-resilient ecosystem. - August 23, 2018 - Wildhorse Ranch Productions
Women’s Chamber of Commerce of Palm Beach County Elects First Male to Board of Directors
The Women's Chamber of Commerce began their new year fiscal year with a statement, "This isn't your mother's chamber," said newly installed chamber board president, LeAnna Carey. "Gender parity is a business issue not a woman's issue; we need male advocates in our workplaces, which is why we elected the first male to the board." - August 22, 2018 - Women Who Innovate
San Diego CEO, Jason Kulpa Announces Community Scholarship Winner
Jason Kulpa announces community scholarship winner to help young community leaders attain their educational goals. - August 22, 2018 - UE.co
PayCardPros, Inc. Partners with FlexWage, LLC to Market and Sell the FlexWage Suite of Solutions
PayCardPros, Inc. of San Diego, California has contracted with FlexWage Solutions, LLC to market and sell the FlexWage OnDemand Pay and Pay Card Solutions. The FlexWage OnDemand Pay platform is regarded as one of the most innovative and important employer benefits available today. - August 22, 2018 - PayCardPros, Inc.
Alpha 3 Marketing Group Founder Gives Back to Alma Mater
Recent graduate of the University of Utah’s Eccles School of Business and local marketing executive, Deric San Juan, recently established the Alpha 3 Marketing Group Undergraduate Scholarship. The yearly award will go to a promising young business/marketing student based upon merit and financial need. Students with a strong academic history that demonstrate a commitment to business administration and community development will be considered. - August 20, 2018 - Alpha 3 Marketing Group
Industry Firm Directly Supports Association Membership Through Financial Assistance
MortgageManuals.com, a provider of mortgage policies and procedures and compliance services, saved 118 mortgage broker firms $10,600 in the last 12 months through its association discount program, according to a report compiled August 14, 2018. The program, which began recording association... - August 16, 2018 - QuickStart MortgageManuals.com
BPW Canada Marks the 70th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and Hosts an SDG Gala to Advance the Global Goals
On August 10th & 11th in Ottawa, the Canadian Federation of Business and Professional Women (BPW Canada) hosted two events, one at the Global Centre of Pluralism and the other at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier to gather defenders of human rights and to shed light on the global goals and priorities that countries have already agreed upon. - August 16, 2018 - BPW Canada
California Landlords Summit on Homelessness
This Summit will build on the 2018 Point In Time Count to find ways of breaking down barriers to housing California’s homeless population. “We will be bringing together landlords, non-profits, and the public sector to address the biggest issue in the state,” said United Way of Kern County CEO Mari Perez-Dowling. “We know from the evidence that the Housing First model works.” - August 10, 2018 - Income Property Association of Kern
CompuGroup Medical Went Bowling for Barrow - Let the Good Times Role Fund Raising Event
Continuing to expand its support of the local Phoenix community, CompuGroup Medical (CGM) was a proud sponsor of the inaugural Bowling for Barrow event. - August 10, 2018 - CompuGroup Medical
Katrina Foley Says No to Needle Exchange Near Schools
In one Southern California town, a Mayoral candidate is joining with other local leaders to stop a state agency from placing a needle exchange program near two elementary schools. - August 07, 2018 - Katrina Foley
WalkMe Launches Center of Excellence in Raleigh, Expands Offices to Support Rapid Customer Growth Worldwide
WalkMe, the leading Digital Adoption Platform and one of the fastest-growing software companies globally, today announced that it has expanded its office to a new location in Raleigh, North Carolina, following the creation of a Center of Excellence for Growth Companies. WalkMe established its... - August 07, 2018 - WalkMe
Spencer Saving Bank Donates $5,000 to Habitat For Humanity, Supports Community Members in Realizing Their Dreams of Homeownership
Savings Bank recently made a $5,000 donation to Habitat For Humanity in support of community members realizing their dreams of homeownership. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage. In addition to its work with Habitat, Spencer also runs a variety of programs that help community members, of all different income levels, achieve homeownership. - August 06, 2018 - Spencer Savings Bank
Waste King Helps to Make Tristan’s Dream Garden Possible
Waste King, an environmentally friendly company specialising in waste collection and recycling services for both domestic and commercial customers, has joined forces with local organisations to help Tristan, a young boy in Milton Keynes who has Down’s Syndrome and has faced a number of tough... - August 04, 2018 - Waste King
Connecticut Real Estate Brokerage Donates 5% of Gross Revenue to Making Connecticut a Better Place to Live
Steve Schappert of Thomaston, formerly Brookfield has opened Connecticut Real Estate Brokerage LLC. The new Connecticut real estate brokerage has a unique concept of giving back 5% of gross revenues to the community and they encourage their agents to do the same. “It’s a simple concept... - August 03, 2018 - Connecticut Real Estate Brokerage LLC.
WebMD Health Services Adds Enrich Financial Wellness Solution to Well-Being Portfolio
Personalized, Education-Driven Program Helps Employees Build Skills, Take Action to Reduce the Impact of Financial Stress - August 03, 2018 - iGrad
Camp Carter International Karate Association Donates Needed Supplies to Public Elementary School in Philippines
Camp Carter International Karate Association (CCIKA) proudly announces a partnership with Kabuyao Elementary School in the Philippines, whereby it will donate needed school supplies throughout the year. While on a 3-country tour through Asia, Grand Master/Hanshi James D. Carter took time out to... - August 02, 2018 - Camp Carter International Karate Association
Bringing Good Cheer to Flint - Flint Town “Back to School” Carnival
The National Clean Water Collective (NCWC), Napoli Shkolnik PLLC, NorthStar Social Justice Law Group and Darley are excited to host the Flint Town “Back to School” Carnival being held at the Berston Field House, 3300 North Saginaw Street, Flint, MI 48505 on August 4, 2018 from... - July 30, 2018 - Napoli Shkolnik PLLC
Charlotte Plumbing Company Partners with Local TV Stations for Charitable Initiatives
Charlotte plumbing company, E.R. Plumbing Services has partnered with WSOC and WCNC for three charitable initiatives this summer. Charlotte area citizens are invited to join the company’s efforts to improve the community through campaigns aimed at supporting students, schools and... - July 25, 2018 - E.R. Plumbing Services
White House Marketing, Inc. Supports Special Olympics Through Volunteering and Donations
White House Marketing has always supported Special Olympics and Special Olympics’ Athletes through financial donations online. However this year, WHM decided to go the extra mile and volunteered at Special Olympics. - July 18, 2018 - White House Marketing, Inc.
B Corp® Vita Global, Inc. Honored as 2018 Best for the World Long-Term: Governance
Founders Colleen Slinkard and Portland Reed received an honorary award recognizing their social impact and their innovative governance structures cementing their mission into their business DNA. - July 18, 2018 - Vita Global
New Book Offers Guidance on How to Brand a Company as a Force for Good
More and more, organizations are judged not just for the quality and price of their products but for who they are. Many customers now expect a business to be a force for good. "Beyond Sizzle: The Next Evolution of Branding" is a playbook for building a brand that matters. Brands that... - July 02, 2018 - Maven House Press
PEL Waste Reduction Equipment Awarded Place on the ESPO (615B Outdoor Furniture) Framework for Solar Compacting Litter Bins
PEL Waste Reduction Equipment has been awarded a place on the ESPO Framework (615B Outdoor Furniture) for the purchase or lease of solar compacting litter bins. The Framework is available to UK public bodies & offers a competitive route to purchase outdoor furniture. All framework suppliers have been selected for their experience & ability to provide customers with a comprehensive range of products that combine quality & value. - July 02, 2018 - PEL Waste Reduction Equipment
Bloomex Supports Canadian Troops Through Operation Santa Claus
Bloomex has partnered with the Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS) and their Operation Santa Claus program, which sends care packages to deployed Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members over the holiday season. Bloomex will provide Canadians with the opportunity to create free... - June 28, 2018 - Bloomex
Chief Operating Officer Appointed for GoalFriends - GF Global, LLC
GoalFriends - GF Global, LLC has appointed Jeanie Y. Chang, LMFT, CCTP as its new Chief Operating Officer. - June 27, 2018 - GoalFriends
Cape Coral Mother Received $2,500 Sweepstakes Winnings at Direct Auto & Life Insurance Store in Southwest Florida
Southwest Florida mother of seven received a giant check on Friday, June 18, 2018, at the store's presentation ceremony. - June 26, 2018 - Direct Auto Insurance
Friendship Public Charter School Acts in the Best Interest of Children and Families, Withdraws Request to Open Little Rock School a Year Early
“Difficult” decision is deliberately-intentioned; allows time for the nationally- applauded school to execute its proven plan for a world-class education for Little Rock’s children; also allows time for thoughtful responses to all questions - June 22, 2018 - Friendship Public Charter School
Camp Carter International Karate Association Pledge to Donate $1700 to Vallejo Sister City Association "Youth Sports Diplomacy Asia Trip 2018"
Grandmaster/Hanshi James Carter has pledged to donate $1700 for this lifetime experience for Vallejo Sister City Association Inner City Youth to participate in Goodwill Sports Games in Asia, "They will travel the world and be seen as sports diplomats." - June 21, 2018 - Camp Carter International Karate Association
Galileo Partners with Boys & Girls Club of the Peninsula
Local B Corp Supports BGCP Educational Programs at Six Sites. - June 11, 2018 - Galileo Learning
Galileo Recognized as 2018 Bay Area Best Places To Work
Local B Corp Earns Honor for Ninth Consecutive Year - June 08, 2018 - Galileo Learning
GeBBS Plants 5,000 Trees to Celebrate 5,000 Employee Milestone
GeBBS Healthcare Solutions, a leading national provider of innovative revenue cycle management (RCM) and HIM solutions announced recently that the company is planting 5,000 trees in the U.S., Philippines and India to celebrate crossing 5,000 worldwide employees. GeBBS provides end-to-end RCM... - June 05, 2018 - GeBBS Healthcare Solutions