ESG News For Birmingham

Grocer encourages diverse nonprofits to apply for its 6th annual grant program and continues support of local community service initiatives with long-standing partners

Plumbline Services, a Wrench Group company, is proud to announce the recipients of its 2024 "Christmas On Us" program. Ten extraordinary individuals, selected from over 174 nominations, have been recognized for their resilience, selflessness, and unwavering dedication to their communities.Now in its ninth year, the “Christmas On Us” program invites Denver-area residents to nominate a deserving family and/or individual to receive an $1,000 award to help make their holiday season brighter. The pro

Hibbett, Inc., a leading Birmingham-based premium footwear and athletic-inspired fashion retailer, today announced a special donation to Children’s of Alabama in partnership with global sports brand, PUMA. On Monday, December 16th, team members from Hibbett and PUMA visited Children’s of Alabama in Birmingham, one of the largest pediatric medical centers in the country, and presented a donation of $20,000 and more than 1,300 items.This press release features multimedia. View the full release her

NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI), one of the largest fully-regulated utilities in the United States, has been named to the 2024 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI), marking the 11th consecutive year the company has earned the recognition. The DJSI are float-adjusted market capitalization weighted indices that measure the performance of companies using environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria.“Receiving this recognition for an 11th straight year is a testament to our longstanding resolve t

Duncanville High School boys and girls basketball programs named a First String recipient

The Association of Related Churches (ARC) recently hosted an ARC Launch church planter training event at Saddleback Church, bringing together over 100 church leaders to learn best practices for successful church planting and growth.

On April 8, 2024, many gathered for a golf tournament to support local organizations in surrounding communities.

Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (the “Company” or “MPT”) (NYSE: MPW) today announced that it has published its third annual Corporate Responsibility Report. The 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report (“CRR”) offers a comprehensive view of actions MPT is taking to advance its environmental sustainability, social responsibility and corporate governance priorities. The CRR Report is located in the Responsibility section of the Company’s website www.medicalpropertiestrust.com.Edward K. Aldag, Jr., Chai

Growing demand for reuse serves communities across North AmericaEcoserv program setting the standard for circularity and credible reportingSince 2012, Installnet has donated furniture to more than 3,000 non-profits and community groupsNew scrutiny of corporate sustainability efforts and workplace changes driving rapid growth for Installnet

Grocer surprises moms caring for hospitalized children with holiday breakfast and flowers

Customers encouraged to round up their grocery bill to support local pediatric care facilities

ProAmpac, a global leader in flexible packaging and material science, is set to unveil its latest sustainable packaging advancements at Packaging Innovations 2024, held at the NEC in Birmingham on 21-22 February at stand N92. ProAmpac's latest groundbreaking sustainable products include:This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240215897750/en/ProActive Recyclable FibreSculpt (Photo: Business Wire)- RAP’s all-fiber food-to-go sol

Colony Bank’s recent $400,000 contribution to ten rural hospitals across Georgia through the Georgia HEART Hospital Program will help amplify healthcare funding and promote community well-being. The Georgia HEART program aims to support rural hospitals by increasing their funding and ability to provide healthcare to patients in Georgia.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240109447767/en/Colony Bank Donates a Total of $400,0

The “Join the Move to –15 C” initiative will explore a potential evolution in frozen food temperature standards that could save carbon dioxide emissions equivalent to removing 3.8 million cars from roadways per year

Grocer takes the lead in alleviating hunger through support of mobile food pantry events and launching annual in-store community donation program

Six nonprofits and mission driven companies to scale housing affordability solutions across the U.S.

New Foundation officers, directors take office in January 2024

University of Texas and University of Alabama Kickers Call on Congress to Reauthorize the SBA for the first time in 23 years

The company’s latest sustainability report showcases Protective’s continued commitment to advancing a sustainable company in the core areas of business, people and community

FEELM, the flagship atomization technology brand belonging to SMOORE – a global leader in atomisation technology solutions – today joined global health advocates, leading scientists, politicians, and industry experts at a virtual conference on tobacco harm reduction.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230427005527/en/(Photo: Business Wire)IN FOCUS, an annual half-day event organised by the Global Tobacco and Nicotine Forum

The So Ambitious HBCU Tour Continues to Bring Student Entrepreneurs New Opportunities by Expanding to Five Additional Historically Black Colleges & UniversitiesThe Tour is backed by funding support from adidas, JOOPITER, Black Ambition, Techstars, and the Thurgood Marshall College Fund

Starting In April, a Tree Is Planted for Every Guest, Fueling Worldwide Reforestation Efforts

During #STG2023, Regions teams are celebrating the season by getting outside and giving back

Foundation grants to support community recovery in Alabama; bank services and volunteerism organized to help people impacted by recent storms.

With the holidays in full swing, loyal Boys & Girls Club celebrity alumni and brand partners are spreading joy and investing in the next generation of leaders, innovators and problem-solvers through December 31.

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Luxury Accommodations Provider Gives Back to Seven Highly Deserving People In Need of a Refreshing Break

The Help Kick Hunger Challenge unites the youth organization with players in many Major League Soccer (MLS), National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) and United Soccer League (USL) cities, raising awareness and funds to provide meals to millions of young people across America. Now through December 31, The Coca-Cola Company will also match all donations to the Help Kick Hunger Challenge to Boys & Girls Clubs of America, up to $50,000.

Investing in the next generation of leaders, innovators and problem-solvers, brands unite in support of the mission of Boys & Girls Clubs of America now through December 31.

Grocer hosts 13 holiday meal distribution events in partnership with Feeding America® network food banks and military organizations to help families enjoy Thanksgiving

Stars of the 101 Award recognizes Alsana’s compassion-focused eating disorder recovery program

Funds will be intentionally used to support projects, job creation in communities of color

Each scholar will receive $20,000 to support their culinary or hospitality education

The Initiative kicks off with an event series from Outdoor Afro, creating opportunities for more people to experience the benefits of spending time outdoors

Discounts From Local Retailers Drive Microdonations, Supporting Local Economies

The annual award supports research and education in quantum optics and photonics at historically Black colleges and universities

 

As the school year draws near, teams from Regions Bank are helping students get ready.

Mission Related Investment of $5 million supporting affordable housing in Metro Birmingham, Atlanta, and beyond.

Grocer and customers show support for pediatric care facilities during National Cancer Research Month

Grocer utilizes community bags to raise support for our four-legged friends and donates $15,000 in pet supplies

Customers are encouraged to round up their grocery bill to support local pediatric care facilities during National Cancer Research Month

Regions earns honor for eighth year in a row.

MiraMed Circle of Warmth Provides EMPWR Coats to U-M Wolverine Street Medicine

EBSCO Industries partners with Forever Wild Land Trust and Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to keep Alabama forever beautiful.

The Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation’s $2 million grant will support students at Morehouse College, Spelman College and 10 additional HBCUs through UNCF

Financial commitment supporting over 270 organizations spanning 13 states.

First Annual Awards Dinner held November 16 in Birmingham

Demonstrates its commitment to advancing a sustainable company by highlighting 2020 sustainability progress in core areas of business, people and community

Gathering unveils 10 new programs, more than $54M in investments to promote economic opportunity and support bottom-up growth in communities across the United States and around the globe

As part of its commitment to being a good corporate citizen and protecting its communities, Protective Life Corporation (Protective), a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc. (TSE:8750), has launched a collaboration with apparel brand, FLY V, a project that brings local apparel to Protective Stadium, supports a Birmingham Northside small business, and will direct funds back into Northside communities.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https: