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.
Lakeview Consultants Contributes to the Hudson Valley Food Bank
Lakeview Consultants a specialized sales and marketing firm based in Mahopac, New York, recently participated for its second year, in the Hudson Valley Food Bank’s Thanksgiving outreach. The Food Bank of the Hudson Valley is dedicated to alleviating hunger, while preventing the waste of wholesome food. It is a branch of the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York and a member of Feeding America, the national food bank network. - December 06, 2013 - Lakeview Consultants
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Sponsors Luxury Cruise for Combat-Wounded Veterans and Spouses
Opportunity to relax, re-connect and repair relationships proved “invaluable” to participants. - December 05, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Mark Gipson Founder of Virtual Tour App (VTA) Creates a High Definition 360x360 Virtual Tour of the Dell Children's Medical Center and Austin Ronald McDonald House
Former Co-Director of The University of Texas at Austin School of Architecture Center for Sustainable Development, Mark Gipson founder of Virtual Tour App (VTA) creates a high definition 360x360 interactive virtual tour of the Dell Children's Medical Center and Austin Ronald McDonald House Charities. - December 04, 2013 - Virtual Tour App
US Toy Company Implements New "Green Initiative"
US Toy Company makes environmentally sound changes around the company. - December 04, 2013 - U.S. Toy Company
EWNJ Announces January 28th Event: “A Seat at the Table – Celebrating Women and Board Leadership”
Executive Women of New Jersey (EWNJ) will host “A Seat at the Table – Celebrating Women and Board Leadership,” a January 28, 2014 breakfast and networking event that highlights the expanding role of women on corporate boards of directors. Campbell Soup Company’s President and CEO, Denise M. Morrison will serve as keynote speaker to the event, which also honors 17 New Jersey companies for commitment to board gender diversity. - December 02, 2013 - Executive Women of New Jersey (EWNJ)
Yoshinoya Celebrates Grand Opening of a New Restaurant Near USC Campus with a Weeklong Bowlapalooza Monday, December 2 to Friday, December 6, 2013
Yoshinoya announced today that on Monday, December 2, 2013, it's returning to the 3021 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles location near the University of Southern California with a new store and an exciting week of festivities including daily promotions, prizes, and for those with an appetite for competition, a Sumo Beef Bowl® eating-contest between two world famous, authentic Sumo wrestlers. - December 02, 2013 - Yoshinoya America, Inc.
Anne Frank Exhibition in Australia Sets a Regional Record
The Anne Frank Exhibition in Ballarat has reached 33,503 visitors, setting a record for the highest attended regional showing of the travelling exhibition in Australasia. Two Men And A Truck is a major sponsor of the worldwide exhibition’s tour of Australia, which launched in... - November 30, 2013 - Two Men and a Truck (Australia) Pty.Ltd
I.S. Partners, LLC Has Partnered with Make-A-Wish® Philadelphia & Susquehanna Valley to Help Fulfill Wishes for Local Children
IS Partners now a proud supporter of Make-a-Wish Foundation of Philadelphia and Susquehanna Valley. - November 28, 2013 - IS Partners, LLC
Jake Potter and Jennifer Evans of MMI Public Relations Join Local Volunteer Committees
Jake Potter Joins the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce’s Business Expo Task Force; Jennifer Evans Joins Artspace Communications Committee - November 28, 2013 - MMI
AmpleHarvest.org Founder / Executive Director Gary Oppenheimer Named 2013 Purpose Prize Fellow
The Purpose Prize honors Americans 60 and older solving the world’s toughest social problems. - November 27, 2013 - AmpleHarvest.org
Give the Gift of Reading to Disadvantaged Children This Holiday
Kabuki Helps joins forces with Toys for Tots Literacy Program to bring books to children in need this holiday season. - November 26, 2013 - Kabuki Helps
Bethlehem Relief Effort Benefit Concert
Bethlehem Church presents a benefit concert to aid typhoon relief efforts in Philippines featuring Ann Arbor area musicians and conductor Arianne Abela. A performance of Maurice Durufle’s Requiem will take place on Sunday, December 1st at 8 p.m. The performance is for the benefit of the... - November 24, 2013 - Bethlehem United Church of Christ
Lincoln County Ambulance District Aid Firefighters, Medics Around the World
By donating outdated equipment to the (IFRM) International Fire Relief Mission, LCAD is giving medics and firefighters in developing countries greater ability to help their communities. - November 24, 2013 - International Fire Relief Mission
New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council Has 40th Anniversary Partnership Awards on December 6
The Council's 40th Anniversary Partnership Awards Gala at the New York Marriott Marquis is an Elegant Evening Celebrating Collaborations Between Multicultural Business Owners and Fortune 500 Companies, Institutions and Government Agencies. - November 23, 2013 - New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council
Houston Community Answers the Call to Donate to Shriners Hospital for Children, Amazing Spaces® Storage Center’s Annual Fundraiser
Leader in self storage, Amazing Spaces Storage Centers®, raises funds to benefit the Shriners Hospitals for Children, a world-class hospital system that saves and improves the lives of children regardless of their family's ability to pay. Houston local communities rose to the challenge to donate. - November 22, 2013 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
Xplorer Maps Announces the Release of “Sanibel-Captiva Island”
The Sanibel-Captiva Island Map takes you on an exotic journey through paradise with illustrative excerpts of the historic landmarks, iconic beaches, colorful flora and fauna, and the unique marine life of the region. “Sanibel-Captiva Island” was officially released at the Tween Waters Inn on November 19th, and 300 Limited Edition prints are now available for purchase online at www.xplorermaps.com. - November 22, 2013 - Xplorer Maps
Eileen Oldroyd from Oldroyd Realty Receives 2013 EverGreen Award
The National Association of REALTORS's Green REsource Council awarded Eileen Oldroyd the elite EverGreen Award. Five professionals in the nation were given this highly distinguished award, of those only three were REALTORS. - November 21, 2013 - Oldroyd Realty, Inc
Hoover and Associates: Thanksgiving Pie Giveaway
Hoover and Associates Hosts Client Appreciation Pie Giveaway. - November 20, 2013 - Hoover and Associates Financial Services, Inc.
Alan Rose Accepts Harper Award from the University of Chicago
Alan Rose, CEO and majority owner of Rose Paving Co., a leader in national parking lot management, has been honored by the University of Chicago with the Harper Award for his generosity and philanthropic efforts. Alan, along with other donors to the University, was recognized at the Chicago Convenes ceremony on November 6 at the Adler Planetarium. - November 19, 2013 - Rose Paving Company
WorkForce Extended Teams Up with Toys for Tots
WorkForce Extended, a leading provider of staffing and recruiting services, is supporting the Toys for Tots Foundation this month - an organization dedicated to collecting and distributing Christmas gifts to less fortunate children in the community. WorkForce Extended headquarters will serve as a drop-off site for Toys for Tots donations. Additionally, the team will be participating in the Toys for Tots 5K in Merrimack, NH on December 7. - November 18, 2013 - WorkForce Extended
VisionQuest Horses Around with Duke
VisionQuest Wealth Management of Raleigh North Carolina was a recent sponsor of charity horse show. - November 17, 2013 - VisionQuest Wealth Management
PointHR Sponsors Holiday Toy Drive
PointHR is proud to sponsor a holiday toy drive to benefit the CCA’s Christmas Toy Store. - November 16, 2013 - PointHR
Magellan Solutions Sends Help to Earthquake and Typhoon Victims in Visayas
Magellan Solutions has backed disaster relief efforts of different volunteer groups following the destruction caused by the 7.2-magnitude earthquake and Typhoon Yolanda that recently hit Visayas, Philippines. - November 15, 2013 - Magellan Solutions Outsourcing Inc.
Local Remodelers Roll Up Their Sleeves for Marathon Daffodils
EM NARI members planted hundreds of bulbs and raised $1,000 in support of the Marathon Daffodils project -- a grassroots effort to line the 26.2 mile Boston Marathon route with 100,000 daffodils in time for the 2014 Marathon. - November 14, 2013 - EM NARI
NewAge(R) Industries Publishes “Building a Sustainable Future,” a New Report That Explains the Many Steps Taken by the Manufacturer to Support Sustainability
Plastic tubing manufacturer NewAge Industries has released its first sustainability report. It highlights the company’s ideas and actions that have helped it save energy, reduce waste and become a better neighbor. NewAge now produces half of its electricity through a solar panel array on the building’s roof, and other projects have impacted its recycling, heating and cooling, lighting and production efficiencies. The company also hosts food, toy and blood drives to benefit the local community. - November 14, 2013 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Kay Koplovitz, Founder of USA Network, to Keynote at Women 2.0 Conference in Las Vegas
Conference brings together Tech leaders and innovators to discuss the convergence of work, play, fashion, life and technology. - November 12, 2013 - Koplovitz & Company LLC.
Clearwater Construction in Leeds Announces Charity for November
Clearwater Construction Ltd will pledge 10% of its residential profits to Children's Heart Surgery Fund in Leeds. - November 10, 2013 - Clearwater Construction Ltd
Masked Gamblers Raise $5K for Local Charities
Lodestone Real Estate’s casino-themed masquerade supports Charlotte non-profits. - November 08, 2013 - Lodestone Real Estate
GE3 Hosting "People of Influence Luncheon" to Benefit Entrepreneurs in Poverty-Stricken Regions, November 16, 2013 @ 11:30am
Global micro financing organization that provides loans to entrepreneurs in poverty stricken areas will hold a fundraising luncheon on November 16, 2013 to honor entrepreneurs and “People of Influence” in the triangle area. - November 07, 2013 - Global Economic Empowerment Engine
Ethical Surf Brand, Wave Native, Launches Kickstarter Campaign for Eco-Friendly Boardshorts
Wave Native has launched a new Kickstarter campaign, aimed at raising funds to help it develop and launch a new range of men’s and women’s eco-friendly, ethically-manufactured board shorts. - November 07, 2013 - Wave Native
Do Valle’s “Movember” Campaign & Awareness Supports Men’s Health
Do Valle of Branford is growing more than its business. Movember is a worldwide movement to promote awareness to men’s cancer. As part of the movement, Matthew Murphy, owner/founder of Do Valle, a premier wine distribution company located in Branford, CT, is encouraging his employees, staff... - November 06, 2013 - Do Valle
Nationwide Relocation Services Personnel Oversee Successful Toy for Tots Drive
The United States Marines host the annual charity event each year for underprivileged families, says Nationwide Relocation Services. - November 02, 2013 - Nationwide Relocation Services
Coda Coffee Holding Fundraiser on November 9 at Denver Beer Company
Fundraiser will raise money for coffee farmers in Brazil. - October 31, 2013 - Coda Coffee
ME Construction Marathon Man Trains for Glory - and Charity Fundraising
Paul Driver, the Business Development Director at the London-based specialist construction company, ME Construction, is training hard to run his first marathon – in next year’s Virgin Money London Marathon, scheduled for Sunday 13th April 2014. On his own admission, Paul, who used to... - October 31, 2013 - ME Construction Ltd
FlexPrint, Inc. Raises More Than $30,000 for People of Color Network at 8th Annual FlexPrint Invitational Charity Golf Tournament
The People of Color Network is extremely grateful for the donation and heartfelt support from the FlexPrint Family. - October 30, 2013 - Flex Technology Group
MB2 Raceway Sylmar/Thousand Oaks-Shave the Date!
MB2 Raceway combined efforts with Movember to raise awareness in the fight against Prostate & Testicular Cancer. Stop by your local MB2 Raceway to show your support by purchasing a bracelet or making a donation, it's time to start growing aware. - October 29, 2013 - MB2 Raceway Inc.
Ask Gina & Company Spearheads #Box4Box Cereal Drive
Ask Gina & Company coordinates Cereal Drive to benefit Loudoun Interfaith Relief. - October 29, 2013 - Gina M. Tufano
San Francisco’s Popular Fitness Studio Donates to Local Charities During Month of November with Special Class Offerings
Burn announces “Burn For a Better Community,” donating 100% of class revenues to non-profit organizations. - October 28, 2013 - Burn
The Chef’s Academy’s Students Against Hunger Event Raises 13,000 Meals for Local Food Bank
Local Culinary Institute Event Benefits the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina, Showcases Student Talent, Raises Awareness and Funds for the Fight Against Hunger - October 27, 2013 - The Chef's Academy
Lynn A. Werner Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Lynn A. Werner of Chicago, Illinois has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of community development. About Lynn A. Werner Dr. Werner has over 10 years experience in the field of community... - October 25, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Miami Reggae Festival Expresses Our Hopes and Dreams of a World in Which What We Have in Common is Far Greater Than That Which Divides Us
The Miami Reggae Festival will showcase 10 bands from 9 nations coming together to raise awareness and treat music lovers to a full day of international sounds, while collecting funds and food donations to give back to the community. - October 24, 2013 - Rockers Movement
Saddleback Memorial Foundation to Receive Support from Douglas/Bravo Golf Classic and Helicopter Drop
Proceeds benefit Women and Children’s Services at Saddleback Memorial Medical Center. - October 24, 2013 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
Local Sarasota County Real Estate Agency Contributes to Venice School’s Gym Renovations
Generous Property, directs a portion of the professional fee earned from their latest real estate transaction to Epiphany Cathedral School. The money will be used to purchase safety padding for their newly renovated gymnasium. - October 24, 2013 - Generous Property
Union Diamond to Donate 15% of All Rose Gold Sales to the American Cancer Society
Union Diamond has announced they will Donate 15% of all Rose Gold Sales to the American Cancer Society in support of breast cancer awareness month. - October 24, 2013 - Union Diamond
SC Company Celebrates 73 Years in Business with 73 Turkey Giveaway This Thanksgiving
South Carolina firm thanks residents by giving away 73 Thanksgiving turkeys in honor of their 73 years serving the community. - October 23, 2013 - Columbia Wilbert Vault Co.
Creative Community Rallies Support for Colleague: "Miketoberfest" to Feature Tours of Historic Department Store Benefiting Local Family Affected by Cancer
Landor employee Leslee Amann's husband Mike Amann is currently battling stage 4 neuroendocrine cancer. His friends and family are organizing Miketoberfest, which will feature live bands, DJs, locally-crafted merchandise and local food trucks. Mike is an owner of BLDG, a Covington, KY based design firm. Miketoberfest will be held this Friday, October 25, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. in the loading docks of the former Shillito's department store, now home to Landor Associates. - October 22, 2013 - Landor Associates
Seven Community Colleges Chosen to Receive Grants During Year Two of NACCE/Sam's Club® "Shared Vision for Small Business" Competition
Seven community colleges across the country will receive $110,000 to support training and services for microenterprises in the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship/Sam's Club "Shared Vision for Small Business" competition. - October 21, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Gescan Supports Alberta Flood Recovery by Donating a Total of $60,000
Gescan West a Division of Sonepar Canada is very proud to announce a donation of $60,000 CAD to be distributed to both The Calgary Foundation and The Town of High River Disaster Relief Fund. - October 20, 2013 - Gescan
Morton Visuals Launches Charity Fundraiser for the Holidays
Morton Visuals to donate 10% of proceeds from holiday events to each client's choice of two favorite charities. - October 19, 2013 - Morton Visuals
WV Hospital Administrators Commend Radiological Physician Associates (RPAXRAY.com) on 45 Years of Continued Healthcare Services
The State of West Virginia congratulates RPA and welcomes new hospital administration, radiologists, and medical facilities to join Radiological Physician Associates in their 45 Year Anniversary of healthcare services. Radiological Physician Associates (RPAXRAY) is West Virginia's largest radiology and tele-rad group. - October 19, 2013 - Radiological Physician Associates