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.
The Himalayan Cataract Project, a Vermont-Based International Eye Care Organization, Earns Highest Rating for Fiscal Responsibility
The Himalayan Cataract Project (HCP) works to eradicate preventable and curable blindness through high-quality ophthalmic care, education and the establishment of a world-class eye care infrastructure which includes eye hospitals, clinics and medical training. HCP works throughout the Himalayas and in Africa. The nonprofit has been awarded its fifth consecutive 4-star rating from Charity Navigator. - April 16, 2010 - Himalayan Cataract Project
New Parking Lot Good for Business and Environment
The Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency has built a new 14-space "green" parking lot in the Pineapple Grove Arts District. Consisting of pervious pavers, decorative LED lighting, and low-volume irrigation, the lot will provide more parking for nearby businesses while incorporating public art components. - April 16, 2010 - Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency
Rebuilding Haiti with Green Containers: a Safer Alternative to Conventional Construction
Green Container International Aid is responding to the crisis in Haiti with a long-term rebuilding plan that will design, develop and implement community centers, schools, and sustainable housing from recycling containers donations. - April 14, 2010 - Green Container International Aid
Carbon Reduction Commitment – Deadline Has Passed, But Don’t Get Caught Out, Warns ACCA
Firms of all sizes need to get to grips with their carbon accounts and include the Government’s CRC in their future planning. - April 14, 2010 - ACCA
Green Expectations, Green Collar Association’s March Newsletter, Features an Interview with Deborah Willig, Senior Communications Specialist at FedEx
The March issue of, Green Expectations, the Green Collar Association monthly newsletter features an in-depth interview with Deborah Willig, Senior Communications Specialist at FedEx. Willig is interviewed by Director of Research and Communications, Dr. Michael O. Dayan, who asks about her role as... - April 12, 2010 - Green Collar Association
Green & Company Printing and Publishing LLC Honored with Small Business Act Certification
Certification Serves as One of Many Stages of Development for the Company - April 11, 2010 - Wahida Clark Presents Publishing
MaPS Credit Union Hosts Sixth Annual Free Community Shred Day April 17
MaPS Credit Union is hosting a free Shred Day to help protect the community from identity thieves. The public is welcome at the event, April 17, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. - April 10, 2010 - Maps Credit Union
Junari Join Organisation for Responsible Businesses (ORB)
Junari are proud to announce that they have today been accepted as members of the Organisation for Responsible Businesses. - April 10, 2010 - Junari Ltd
Sustainable Initiatives Help the Environment …and Bottom Line
Sustainability practices in buildings or buildings being developed are no longer chic alternatives; they are quickly becoming part of the fundamentals of real estate. MB Real Estate, a Chicago-based full-service commercial real estate company, is helping to lead the way in sustainability that benefits not only the environment, but also the pocketbooks of building owners and tenants. - April 08, 2010 - MB Real Estate
Inspiration Corporation Awarded $300,000 Challenge Grant by Kresge Foundation
Agency to Expand into East Garfield Park, Provide More Services for Homeless Chicagoans as Need Continues to Rise - April 08, 2010 - Inspiration Corporation
GreaterGood Network Releases Touch To Give™ iPhone app
GreaterGood Network, home of the world’s oldest “Click to Give” websites, released a new iPhone app in April to allow users to Touch To Give™. Users can make a daily tap on the app’s icons to make a donation to provide hunger relief, fund breast cancer research, and... - April 07, 2010 - GreaterGood
Laclede Gas, the Original Green Energy, Will Provide Expert Advice at Local Green Event
Come see the latest in green energy at Eco Expo on April 10th and 11th. - April 07, 2010 - Laclede Gas
Pro Energy Consultants, Leading Energy Auditing Firm, Will Donate an Energy Audit for Each One Purchased During Week of Earth Day
Leading provider of home energy audits, Pro Energy Consultants, celebrates Earth Day with a week-long energy audit special. All energy audit customers during the week of April 19 can help increase energy efficiency awareness by having a second energy audit donated on their behalf from Pro Energy to a family or friend, thus further reducing the earth’s carbon footprint. - April 05, 2010 - Pro Energy Consultants
Hearts of Hope Seminar
Event in Lakeland, Florida to promote work ethic awareness and mental health. Catering to low income families and nonworking residents in Polk County. - April 05, 2010 - Urban Outreach Inc
Organize Your Environment Organizes Web Presence
Professional Organizer Streamlines Web Site and Increases Internet Conversions - April 05, 2010 - The Simpler Group, LLC
EverLast® Induction Lighting's New 'Green' Smart Light Series Cobra Head and Shoe Box Fixtures Utilize 80% Recycled Polycarbonate
With ARRA (American Recovery and Reinvestment Act) and Block Grant Funding available, municipalities across the country are looking for the most energy-efficient, environmentally-friendly alternatives to replace inefficient and outdated street lights while upholding the Buy American provisions as... - April 04, 2010 - EverLast Lighting
New Resource for the Community: Sustainability Classes & Event Space in Sacramento
Now there is a one-stop resource for the Sacramento community on everything related to a sustainable home and lifestyle. Residents can attend a class hosted by the Green Living Center, host community events, or even rent the space for a private party. - April 03, 2010 - Green Living Center
The Green Expo ~ Orange County
The Green Expo comes to Orange County Saturday & Sunday, April 24th – 25th Mile Square Park ~ Fountain Valley, Orange County - April 02, 2010 - The Green Expo
First Sustainable Seafood Market Begins Selling Online at ilovebluesea.com
i love blue sea sells only sustainable seafood and delivers to customers overnight anywhere in the U.S. - April 01, 2010 - i love blue sea
Going Green and Staying Clean with DopeSoap's Natural Hemp Soap
"Go Green," a popular cheer heard all across East Lansing, Michigan, home of the Michigan State University Spartans, is being taken literally by the founders of DopeSoap LC. - March 29, 2010 - DopeSoap LC
Sustainable Sourcing Announces Kosher Gourmet Products for Passover
Sustainable Sourcing, a company offering a line of pink Himalayan sea salt products, HimalaSalt™, and Sustainable Sourcing Organics, a distinctive line of organic peppercorns, spices, and artisan salt blends, is pleased to announce that their line of gourmet products are Kosher for... - March 28, 2010 - Sustainable Sourcing, LLC
HCR Group Plant 135 Trees to Launch Sustainable Relocation Initiative
On Sunday 21st March, as part of an ongoing commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, Independent Relocation Company, HCR Group launched its sustainable relocation promise - planting a new tree for each corporate relocation case undertaken. To launch the campaign, over 30 employees and their... - March 26, 2010 - HCR Group
Call for Entries in Zoosa's CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Database
Zoosa has issued a call for entries in the first Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) database which moves beyond the usual CSR marketing fluff and delivers searchable CSR results. Organizations can enter their “verified” information directly and/or socially responsible professionals can enter “unverified” corporate data for others to view, comment on, and prioritize. Organizations get free access to promote CSR efforts & social impact goals. - January 28, 2010 - Zoosa
IBA Wins Brand of the Year Award as Best Employer
IBA was selected a winner of the Belarusian national contest The Brand of the Year in the category Socially Responsible Brand. The company was named The Best Employer, and awarded with a gold medal and honorary diploma at the award ceremony held on December 22 in Minsk, Belarus. - December 31, 2009 - IBA Group
Profits 4 Purpose Makes Front Page of the Technology Section in the San Diego Business Journal
Profits 4 Purpose new kind of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) software better enables businesses to work with non-profits, boosting volunteerism, donation dollars, tracking and reporting. The budget-friendly tool offers its corporate clients the ability to identify causes their employees care about and matches the company to key projects in their community. - November 04, 2009 - Profits 4 Purpose
First Virtual Global Summit Examining “New Models of Social Responsibility” Features Will Marre
Leadership expert, Will Marre, will share his new inside-out approach to CSR that focuses on empowering employees to create strategic sustainability. - November 04, 2009 - REALeadership Alliance
REALeadership Alliance’s New Leadership Training Workshop Prepares Leaders for the Challenges of the 21st Century
Will Marre, founder of REALeadership Alliance, announces a revolutionary leadership training workshop that presents a new leadership paradigm for a sustainable future. - October 14, 2009 - REALeadership Alliance
Houston Area Residents Partner with Texas Self Storage Properties, Including Amazing Spaces Storage Centers to Support Shriners Hospitals for Children – Galveston
For the second year in a row, Amazing Spaces Storage Centers of Houston joined with the Texas Self Storage Association (TSSA) to raise funds for the Shriners Hospitals for Children located in Galveston. The statewide “Make a Difference” campaign encourages area residents to help support... - September 04, 2009 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
Nobel Laureate to Keynote at Africa’s Premier Green Business Summit
Website Launch for Green Business Africa Summit & Expo 2010 Opens Submissions for Presentations and Invites Sponsorships. - August 22, 2009 - SolarGren Media
Bellwether Services Achieves 2008 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainability Goals
Bellwether Services, an ISM Principles of Sustainability and Social Responsibility Supporter announces 2008 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) results. Global Supply Chain Management Solution Provider will focus on Sustainability, Environmental Governance, Supply Base Diversity and Inclusiveness goals in 2009. - August 12, 2009 - Bellwether Services