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.
Boulder Based Custom Software Development Company, Amadeus Consulting Honored for Ethics
Amadeus Consulting, a Boulder-based custom application developer, was honored at the 2010 Colorado Ethics in Business award, for its outstanding achievement in not only business ethics, but also corporate sustainability - April 21, 2010 - Amadeus Consulting
Help Bring Earth Day Back to Its Roots
Population Media Center encourages environmentalists to stop ignoring population - April 21, 2010 - Population Media Center
EarthBinder Announces Scholarship Program
Applications for EarthBinder Scholarship Program are now being accepted. Mr. Jeff Miller, President of EarthBinder announced today the launch of EarthBinder's Scholars, a scholarship program designed to support high school students in the Omaha, Nebraska metro area who display strong potential for... - April 21, 2010 - SpeedBinder
Shirtworks to Support Earth Day's 40th Anniversary with a 10% Discount on Organic, Fairtrade and Recycled Promotional Products Bought on 22nd April
Shirtworks, a keen supporter of environmental and Fairtrade causes, will celebrate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day by offering a 10% discount on any organic cotton garments, Fairtrade garments or recycled promotional products bought on Earth Day (22nd April). - April 21, 2010 - Shirtworks
FEECO Proudly Sponsors “Green Innovations 2010” on Earth Day
FEECO proudly supports the 2nd annual Green Innovations 2010 hosted by the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay on April 22-23, 2010. - April 21, 2010 - FEECO International, Inc
Fifth Annual Mothers Who Make a Difference List
Love Our Children USA announced today the recipients of the Fifth Annual Mothers Who Make A Difference Awards, which recognize and support mothers in the celebrity and entertainment industries for their balancing motherhood, work and causes around the world. Among this year’s winners are celebrity moms Julianna Margulies, Amanda Peet, Keri Russell, Meredith Vieira, and Vanessa Williams. - April 20, 2010 - Love Our Children USA
Registration is Open for Eco Friendly Expo NYC, May 25-27, 2010; Green at a Grand New Level
The Eco Friendly Expo in partnership with 7W New York, will be held May 25th-27th in the heart of New York City at the prestigious 7 W New York, a state of the art venue in the heart of Manhattan, across form the Empire State Building. This Trade show offers a Boutique style setting, showcasing the best in high-end Eco innovation, art and design The Eco Friendly Expo 2010 is devoted to bringing green to a grand new level. - April 20, 2010 - Eco Friendly Expo LLC
GreenEmployers.net Job Board Partners with the Las Vegas Review Journal
Both companies to support Carbonfund.org. - April 20, 2010 - GreenEmployers.net
TotalFranchise Celebrates International Women’s Day
Female Franchise, the leading online franchise resource is celebrating International Women’s Day, on the 8th of March, with a day full of celebrity interviews including Sarah Beeny. - April 20, 2010 - TotalFranchise
“Do-Give Back to Mother Earth” - a DoJiggy Earth Day Campaign to Restore Hetch Hetchy Valley
Online fundraising software provider, DoJiggy, announces a new campaign “Do-Give Back to Mother Earth.” In honor of Earth Day, the Company will support environmental conservation by donating twenty percent of all sales made on April 22, 2010 towards a fundraising initiative to restore Hetch Hetchy Valley in Yosemite Park. - April 20, 2010 - DoJiggy
The Tsunami Mommy Announces a Mother’s Day Promotion to Help Mompreneurs Gain a Few Extra Hours
Just in time for Mother’s Day, Stephanie Lee of The Tsunami Mommy and Scratchpad Secretaries is helping Mompreneurs gain a few more hours in their day. For the next three weeks she is having a contest to win a virtual assistant for a day, “The Tsunami Mommy Babysits Your Business.” - April 20, 2010 - The Tsunami Mommy
PioMu Donates 1% of Earnings to the Planet
In time for the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day, the online store PioMu, which specializes on eco-friendly and non-toxic toys, announces that it is the first company from Puerto Rico to affiliate with the prestigious 1% for the Planet organization. - April 20, 2010 - PioMu
Heartland Energy of Colorado Announces Otto Hansmeyer #1
Heartland Energy Colorado announces the inception of Otto Hansmeyer #1 in Cleveland County, Oklahoma. The well was spudded this morning and is scheduled to be drilled to a total depth of 7,500 feet to test the Simpson Sands. - April 19, 2010 - Heartland Energy Development Corporation
AVST and NEC Corporation of America Expand Global Footprint for Unified Communications
Integration of NEC Active Voice Division into AVST Strengthens Unified Communications Market Position for Both Companies - April 19, 2010 - AVST
Local Vision, Global Action. Tackling One Ghetto at Time, Through Education for Life Program.
On Sunday April 25, 2010 the team of Coiffeur Inga' Salon will participate in the 3rd annual A.M.F. (Always Moving Forward) Show founded by Scott Bentley of Bentley Salon in Tampa. A.M.F. is a local, progressive and educational event for hairdressers in which they come together in creative unity. As well as presenting artistic work with Bentley's B-Concept Team, Inge Handing and her team will be touching on the importance of the magnificent program that is, Education for Life. - April 19, 2010 - Coiffeur Inga' Salon
Surfspots-GPS Teams Global Oceans' Campaign with Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society
WDCS expands Global Oceans’ Worldwide Conservation Campaign; Surfspots-GPS delivers a unique blend of hot breaking news, big-wave surfing sports coverage equally balanced with and devoted to an 'urgent call-to-action', we're raising the bar...Global Oceans' Worldwide Conservation Campaign. Educational awareness of the importance of preserving our global oceans, coastal beaches and precious marine life. Everyone can help, that's really the good news. - April 19, 2010 - Surfspots-GPS
GreenPowerSaverStore.com Launches the R3 Reuse, Reclaim, Recycle Program
GreenPowerSaverStore.com launches the R3 reuse, reclaim, recycle program online for consumers to coincide with Earth Day. In addition to offering energy-saving electronic products, GreenPowerSaverStore.com now offers a way to recycle those products. The R3 reuse, reclaim, recycle program offers a... - April 18, 2010 - Jasbr llc
Save Energy This Earth Day at GreenPowerSaverStore.com
JASBR, LLC, announces the launch of GreenPowerSaverStore.com to coincide with Earth Day. The website features energy saving products coupled with information about the environment. - April 18, 2010 - Jasbr llc
Access Hosts Companywide Shred Day to Promote Greener Records Management
Earth Day document destruction event scheduled to demonstrate practices that promote both data privacy and a greener environment - April 18, 2010 - Access Information Management
Logistic Dynamics Raises $1,265 for American Cancer Society
Logistic Dynamics, Inc. (LDI) a Buffalo, NY based third party logistics provider specializing in freight management and freight broker related services has raised $1,265 in The American Cancer Society's 2010 Daffodil Days for the Western NY Region. This marks LDI's third year of participation and... - April 18, 2010 - Logistic Dynamics, Inc.
Scooble.com Supports the 14th Annual Walk for the Animals
Scooble.com has partnered with the 2010 fundraising walk for dog owners and their furry friends. The 14th annual “Walk for the Animals” will be held Saturday, April 24, 8:30 a.m. at the Arrowhead Credit Union Park in San Bernardino and is presented by The Humane Society of San... - April 17, 2010 - Scooble.com
Celebrate Earth Month with AdventureSmith Explorations: 100 Trees Planted Per Guest Booking
For Earth Month AdventureSmith Explorations is Partnering with Trees for the Future to Plant Over 40,000 Trees in 2010. - April 17, 2010 - AdventureSmith Explorations
HoTram Beach Resort Encourages Participation on Its Earth Day Activities
HoTram Beach Resort showcases environment saving initiatives during Earth Day celebration. - April 17, 2010 - Ho Tram Beach Resort & Spa
Factory Direct Drapes™, a Custom Drapery and Curtain Manufacturer, Will be Planting Trees for Earth Day 2010 to Help Put an End to Global Warming
With the help of the Arbor Foundation, Factory Direct Drapes™ will support Green initiatives by planting a tree in American National Forests for every single order between April 16 th and Earth Day, April 22 nd. Since 1954, Factory Direct Drapes™ has been a leader in their industry,... - April 16, 2010 - Factory Direct Drapes
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
Organize Your Environment Organizes Web Presence
Professional Organizer Streamlines Web Site and Increases Internet Conversions - April 05, 2010 - The Simpler Group, LLC
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
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