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.
Live Oak Bank Supports the Atlanta Pet Rescue
Through a $1,000 sponsorship, Live Oak Bank helps to rescue homeless pets. - September 21, 2011 - Live Oak Bank
Women in Business Mingle with the Media Event Raises Scholarship Money
The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce Women in Business group reports their first-ever wine auction on September 7 raised over $900 to support the WIB Scholarship Fund with Florida Gulf Coast University. Sonya Sawyer, CFO of employee-owned Home-Tech, hosted a successful event in their showroom... - September 21, 2011 - Home-Tech
Spotlight Shines on Invisible Disabilities Champions at Annual Honors Banquet on 10/02/11 - Including Keynote Speaker Luis Carlos Montalván and His Service Dog Tuesday
Invisible Disabilities Association will be honoring the following: National Organization of Rare Disorders (NORD); Dave Dias; Kevin Custer; David Sandusky; Kent Thiry of Davita; Association of Hole in the Wall Camps; Theresa Marchetta of KMGH; Cancer Treatment Centers of America; Margaret A Ferrante MD; David Martz MD of ILADS and Jane Brown. Keynote Speaker will be Luis Carlos Montalván and Tuesday; MC will be Rick Crandall KEZW. Special Guest will be NSA Hall of Fame Speaker Karyn Buxman, RN. - September 19, 2011 - Invisible Disabilities Association
Tokyo Bay Traders, tokyobaytraders.com Announces Five-Year Renewable Energy Commitment
Tokyo Bay Traders, www.tokyobaytraders.com Announces Five-Year Renewable Energy Commitment - Purchase Covers 75 Percent of Tokyo Bay Traders Electric Consumption - September 19, 2011 - Tokyo Bay Traders
The Continental Group is a Gold Sponsor of 6th Annual Pink Ribbon Luncheon
The Continental Group (TCG), a FirstService Residential Management company, announced it is a Gold Sponsor of the 6th Annual Pink Ribbon Luncheon for the Susan G. Komen for the Cure® in South Florida on Wed., Oct. 19, 2011. The event will be held at 10 a.m. at the Woodfield Country Club... - September 18, 2011 - Continental Group
Vermont Furniture Sale Supports Hurricane Irene Disaster Relief
Vermont furniture company donates 100% of Profits to Hurricane Irene Disaster Relief Fund. - September 17, 2011 - Vermont Woods Studios
Basement Doctor Reviews Charity Work, Helps Columbus Area Mid-Ohio Food Bank
As part of its review of charitable causes, The Basement Doctor waterproofing, crawl space and foundation repair company is supporting the Mid-Ohio Foodbank at the Independence High School at Eastmoor Academy High School Football Game. As part of the ABC6/FOX28 High School Football "Game of... - September 17, 2011 - The Basement Doctor
The Arizona Team Holds Clothing Drive for International Rescue Committee
The Phoenix based company accepted clothing of all sizes to help children and adults who have been rescued from disasters across the world. - September 17, 2011 - The Arizona Team
Staunton Subaru Hosts DNA LifePrint Child Safety Event
A DNA LifePrint Child Safety Event will be hosted by Staunton Subaru near Charlottesville, VA, on Saturday, September 17. - September 16, 2011 - Staunton Subaru
Memorablegifts.com Includes Precautionary Information About Breast Cancer Inside Every Package Shipped
To help educate the public about an extremely important cause, this October MemorableGifts.com is supporting Breast Cancer Awareness month by including a detailed pamphlet from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention with every package that is sent out. Additionally, Memorable Gifts will... - September 16, 2011 - Memorable Gifts
Salem-Keizer School District Names Maps Credit Union Business Partner of the Month
The Salem-Keizer School District honored Maps Credit Union as Business Partner of the Month at its board meeting last night. The award recognizes the credit union for its long-standing support of the district, in particular the recently announced donation of $50,000. The district has chosen to use... - September 16, 2011 - Maps Credit Union
Hyundai Hope on Wheels and St. Charles Hyundai Working to Raise Childhood Cancer Awareness in St. Louis
September is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and St. Charles Hyundai in St. Louis and the Hope on Wheels Program have teamed up to raise funding and awareness for childhood cancer. The Hyundai Hope on Wheels Program and St. Charles Hyundai in St. Louis are working to raise awareness for... - September 16, 2011 - St. Charles Hyundai
GoFizzbo.com Supports Habitat for Humanity Donates Portion of Proceeds - Doing Well by Doing Good
GoFizzbo.com, the fastest growing online marketplace of For Sale By Owner (“FSBO” pronounced “Fizzbo”) properties is proud to announce their support of Habitat for Humanity and pledges to donate a portion of all proceeds to their cause. - September 16, 2011 - GoFizzbo.com
Bob Gillingham Ford and The Three-Deuce-Five Marine Foundation Host 3rd Annual Charity Golf Outing
Bob Gillingham Ford teams up with The Three-Deuce-Five Marine Foundation for their 3rd Annual Charity Golf Outing benefiting military Veterans on Friday, September 16th, at Bunker Hill Golf House in Medina. - September 15, 2011 - Bob Gillingham Ford
The Arizona Team Holds Charity Poker Tournament to Raise Money for the Fisher House
The Arizona Team was able to raise over $500 through their charity poker night. - September 15, 2011 - The Arizona Team
Pennyroyal Studio Announces Signature Collection Collaboration with James Durbin
Proceeds from the Pennyroyal Studio and James Durbin Design to Benefit Tourette Syndrome Association - September 15, 2011 - Pennyroyal Studio
Infinite Joins Companies Across the Country to Raise Money for Operation Smile
Infinite will be attending a charity dodgeball tournament in Puerto Rico to raise money for Operation Smile. - September 15, 2011 - Infinite
Local Hair Stylist Transforms Parking Space Into Salon: Mishi Nova Celebrates PARK(ing) Day with Eco-Friendly Hair Makeovers
This Friday is PARK(ing) day and local eco-hair stylist Mishi Nova will be offering 10-minute street makeovers in her “hair parklet” located on Mission St. between 3rd and New Montgomery in SOMA. PARK(ing) day, originating in San Francisco, has now become an international event. The... - September 14, 2011 - Morphic
The Greater Allen Cathedral Inaugural Parade and Youth and Young Adult Day of Service
Keeping with its theme of Transforming Community, the Honorable Reverend Dr. Floyd H. Flake and The Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral of New York officially invites you to attend Youth and Young Adult Service Day and Inaugural Parade. Elected officials, Queens Elite Marching Band, Girl Scouts, Color... - September 14, 2011 - The Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral of New York
ASR Companies Joins The Fight Against Childhood Cancer by Sponsoring the McDonald Hyundai Hope Charity Golf Tournament
Locally owned full-service contractor, ASR Companies, has announced their sponsorship of the 2011 McDonald Hyundai Hope Foundation Charity Golf Tournament benefiting Children’s Hospital. - September 14, 2011 - McDonald Hyundai
Arendell Animal Hospital is Proud to Form a Partnership with the Charity Pets for Patriots, Inc., That Connects Shelter Pets with Military Families
Pets For Patriots is a registered charity that connects hard-to-adopt shelter pets with service and veteran members of the United States Military. As their partner they provide those pets a discount on veterinary services for the lifetime of the adopted pet. - September 13, 2011 - Arendell Animal Hospital
9/11 & Heroes Memorial Event Hosted by the Brotherhood for Sheepdog
The Brotherhood for Sheepdog is running a 9/11 & Heroes Memorial Event during the week of September 11th-18th. This is a nationwide event for people to take the time to recognize & support a noble cause and reflect on being an American. - September 12, 2011 - Brotherhood, LLC
9/11 10th Anniversary Challenge Coin Raising $911,000 for U.S. Military and First Responders via USO and NYPD
COINFORCE.com announced the 9/11 10th Anniversary "Never Forget" Challenge Coin fundraiser benefiting U.S. active-duty military, dependents, veterans, wounded warriors and first responders. COINFORCE.com owners and Retired Air Force Veterans Jordan and Donna Haines plan to help raise more than $911,000 this year for organizations such as the USO, New York Police Department and Veterans of Foreign Wars. - September 11, 2011 - COINFORCE.com
Spine Health Foundation, Inc. and Alpha Natural Resources Collaborate to Help the Disadvantaged Who Suffer from Spinal Disorders
The Spine Health Foundation, Inc. (SHF), is pleased to recognize Alpha Natural Resources as presenting sponsor for its Inaugural Event. The event took place on Sept. 10, 2011, at the Olde Farm in Bristol, Va. "This event marks the official beginning of the Spine Health Foundation, Inc. and we... - September 11, 2011 - The Spine Health Foundation, Inc.
Upper Arlington vs. Gahanna Lincoln High School Football Food Drive from The Basement Doctor
At Upper Arlington High School, The Basement Doctor waterproofing, crawl space and foundation repair company raised food and cash donations for the Mid-Ohio Foodbank. - September 10, 2011 - The Basement Doctor
Total Quality Logistics to Hold Fundraiser for Susan G. Komen Foundation
TQL will donate $1 for each truckload shipment the company arranges September 12-18, 2011. - September 10, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
Gary Lang Subaru Sponsors Norge Ski Training Center
Gary Lang Subaru has teamed up with the Norge Ski Club as a sponsor for the 2011-2012 Ski Jump season. - September 10, 2011 - Gary Lang Auto Group
EVECAIN Event to Donate Part of Ticket Sales to StandUp2Cancer in Honor of Team Maria
Team Maria and Stand Up 2 Cancer will receive a portion of net ticket sales generated by the EVECAIN event mixer for entrepreneurs and investors on Tuesday, September 27, from 6-10 pm at the Empire Room. - September 09, 2011 - Quadrant Two PR
Rhonda Rivera, Co-Founder of Top-Tier Tutoring, Tapped to Chair North Essex Chamber of Commerce's Casino Night
North Essex Chamber of Commerce hosts third annual Casino Night on October 27, 2011 at Highlawn Pavilion in West Orange, NJ. Proceeds will benefit the Chamber's Scholarship Foundation, with a strategic partnership with Susan G. Komen For the Cure North Jersey. - September 09, 2011 - Top-Tier Tutoring, LLC
ADP/ Cobalt Joins the McDonald Hyundai Hope Charity Golf Tournament to Help Fight Pediatric Cancer
ADP/ Cobalt has just announced their sponsorship of the 2011 McDonald Hyundai Hope Foundation Charity Golf Tournament benefiting Children’s Hospital in Denver. - September 09, 2011 - McDonald Hyundai Hope Foundation
Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County Receives $25,000 Contribution from Farr Law Firm in Memoriam of Earl Drayton Farr, Jr.
At the one year anniversary of his passing, firm recognizes Drayton Farr’s dedication to the welfare of animals. - September 09, 2011 - Farr Law Firm
Fill the Monster Truck Food Drive a Great Success
Pete’s Tire Barns' partnership with the Franklin County Community Meal Program and Bridgestone Passenger for the Fill the Monster Truck Food Drive was a great success. This was the second year of the event, continuing Pete’s Tire Barns commitment to their neighbors and surrounding... - September 09, 2011 - Pete's Tire Barns
Atlantic Capital Trust, LLC to Donate $200,000 to Aid Hurricane Relief Efforts
Contributions Will Support American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund - September 09, 2011 - Atlantic Capital Trust, LLC
Issa Trust Foundation and Premier Guide Media Unite to Launch "The Save the Children of Jamaica Campaign"
The Issa Trust Foundation, a nonprofit organization in Jamaica is proud to announce a unique partnership with Premier Guide Media’s entertainment and lifestyle magazines to launch “The Save the Children of Jamaica Campaign.” - September 08, 2011 - Issa Trust Foundation
YourCause and Entrepreneurs Foundation Partner to Promote Employee Engagement Programs
YourCause and Entrepreneurs Foundation partner to promote CSRconnect, the YourCause employee engagement platform that encourages corporate citizenship globally. - September 08, 2011 - YourCause, LLC
North Texas Food Bank Benefits from Texas Trust Credit Union's BeWell Health and Wellness Campaign
Texas Trust Credit Union employees hold food drive, collecting 480 pounds of food, for the North Texas Food Bank. - September 08, 2011 - Texas Trust Credit Union
Amazing Spaces® Storage Centers Gears Up for Their 3rd Year Participating in the "Starfish Campaign" Which Raises Money for Shriners Hospital for Children
Amazing Spaces® Storage Centers asks Houston, Spring, and The Woodlands communities to join together and show how easily an individual can “Make a Difference” in a child’s life. The Texas Self Storage Association launched the “Make a Difference” state-wide campaign to emphasize the contributions made by self storage owners in their communities and to highlight the partnership with Shriners Children’s Hospital in Galveston. - September 07, 2011 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
“Bag Hunger” 2011 Accountable Management Food Drive
Accountable Management announces that they along with the 27 stores they manage will be donating food to Feeding America this fall. - September 03, 2011 - Accountable Management
Fountain of Youth Institute® Donates $50,000 in Services: Women of Domestic Violence Offered New Hope and New Beginnings
The Fountain of Youth Institute® is sponsoring a charity event to raise awareness and funds for victims of domestic violence. Over $50,000 of free services and clothing will be donated for this special event. They have created a personal Image Consultant concept called C.H.I.C., which will be offered to 12 women of Tampa Bay seeking a new beginning in their lives. This image consulting will give these women the opportunity to look better and enter the workplace with renewed self-confidence. - September 03, 2011 - Fountain of Youth
WhoCanHelp.com Helps Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Find Professional Service Providers
WhoCanHelp.com helps ABC Television Show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition find workers, volunteers and donations for their current project in Medford, Oregon. The Missoula, Montana based company hopes to help the TV Show link service providers with the opportunity to be a part of the community project. - September 02, 2011 - WhoCanHelp.com
A Road 2 A Cure is Proud to Announce K & G Cycles Has Come on Board as a Road 2 A Cure Sponsor
The Road 2 A Cure started out as a National Motorcycle Tour to raise awareness for Pancreatic Cancer and now that the successful tour is complete Road 2 A Cure is now on the road to accelerate change, inspire hope and change the lives of those affected by the 4th deadliest Cancer in America. - September 02, 2011 - Road 2 A Cure
Prime Visibility Donates Web Design Services to The Eric Trump Foundation
Prime Visibility, an award winning full-service digital marketing agency, announced that it has donated its services to redesign and optimize the website for The Eric Trump Foundation (ETF) at www.EricTrumpFoundation.org. - September 02, 2011 - Prime Visibility
DealFun.com Surpasses a Quarter Million Users and Partners with Major Charities
DealFun.com surpasses the milestone of 250,000 members on the entertainment shopping auction site. In appreciation of this, DealFun teamed up with two major charities to continue its core mission of giving back. - September 02, 2011 - DealFun
Argenta CDC Receives $39,000 Grant from Walmart Foundation to Create Youth Urban Agriculture Initiative
The Walmart State Giving Program has awarded Argenta Community Development Corporation a $39,000 grant to launch the Vestal Urban Farm Project for 220 students at Boone Park Elementary and Argenta Academy, the North Little Rock School District's alternative high school. For participants, the... - September 02, 2011 - Argenta Community Development Corporation
1300 On The Move Removals Commitment to Becoming Carbon Neutral
Brisbane removalists company, 1300 On The Move Removals, have undertaken a commitment to become a NoCO2 organisation. - September 01, 2011 - 1300 On The Move
Accelerated Logistics Auto Transport Joins the Fight Against Childhood Cancer by Sponsoring the McDonald Hyundai Hope Charity Golf Tournament
Accelerated Logistics Auto Transport, announced their sponsorship of the 2011 McDonald Hyundai Hope Foundation Charity Golf Tournament benefiting Children’s Hospital. - September 01, 2011 - McDonald Hyundai
Basement Doctor Food Drive at Dublin - Westerville Football Game
The Basement Doctor, waterproofing, crawl space and foundation repair company is raising food and cash donations for the Mid-Ohio Foodbank. As part of the ABC6/FOX28 High School Football ‘Game of the Week’ schedule, this week the Basement Doctor team will be at the Dublin Coffman... - September 01, 2011 - The Basement Doctor
Factory Direct Drapes ™ Plants Over 400 Trees in National Forests
Factory Direct Drapes™, a custom drapery and curtain manufacturer, is helping put an end to global warming. So far, they have planted over 400 trees in forests across the USA! - August 31, 2011 - Factory Direct Drapes
YourCause Releases Significant Enhancement to CSRconnect Platform
YourCause introduces new site navigation structure that enables users’ experience to be intuitive, effective, appealing, and efficient. - August 29, 2011 - YourCause, LLC
Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest Announces 2012 Date, Location and Title Sponsor
SWFL Children’s Charities, Inc. announces the SWFL Wine & Food Fest 2012 weekend event will be held Feb. 24 and 25, 2012, at Miromar Lakes Beach & Golf Club with Northern Trust as its title sponsor. This marks the fourth year with Northern Trust as title sponsor and the fourth year... - August 28, 2011 - Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest