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HELP USA, a national leader in homeless services and supportive housing, hosted its third annual Art of Resilience Benefit on February 7, 2025, bringing together artists, philanthropists, and advocates to celebrate the healing power of creative expression. Held at the National Arts Club, the event raised critical support for HELP USA’s art therapy program, which provides a creative outlet for homeless individuals living in HELP USA shelters across New York City.During the evening, HELP USA annou

Register Now to Compete in the Nation’s Longest Running Track & Field Series for Girls & Women

The 18 New Students Represent Best-in-Class Culinary Education Programs From Across The Country

45,000 passionate fans came out to EAT. DRINK. FEED NYC. and celebrate the 17th annual Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Invesco QQQ (NYCWFF) at its exciting new home, the Invesco QQQ Festival Campus at the Brooklyn Army Terminal from October 17-20. The Festival featured over 80 events and 500 restaurants across the city, including walk-around tastings, late-night soirées, and exclusive dining experiences with celebrity chefs and world-renowned culinary talents such as

Winners in Food & Drink, Art, Music, Activism, and Entrepreneurship will Each Receive a $10K Grant, Mentorship Opportunities, and a Trip to NYC

AEG ANNOUNCES $385,000 IN COMMUNITY GRANTS TO 22 NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS AROUND THE U.S. SUPPORTING K-12 EDUCATION, ARTS, AND HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Nissan Foundation awards $1.2 million in grants to 44 nonprofits building inclusive communitiesSince 1992, the Nissan Foundation has awarded nearly $17 million to more than 150 nonprofit organizations committed to promoting cultural awareness and understandingThe Nissan Foundation annually awards grants to nonprofits in California, Georgia, Michigan, Mississippi, New Jersey, New York, Tennessee and Texas

2024 Housing for Everyone grant recipients strengthen independent living solutions

Long Island high school STEM students addressed inclusive learning environments for people with disabilities in this year’s Medical Marvels competition

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation continued its critical work to measurably improve health and strengthen local communities in 2023.Last year, the Foundation had an $11 million impact in New York, including $9.2 million in grants focused on food insecurity, substance use disorder and maternal health. The Foundation also supported organizations that coordinated disaster preparedness, response, and recovery efforts as part of its mission.“Our Foundation strives to improve the health of

Public-private partnership addresses urgent need for quality supportive housing

New York’s Premier Wine & Food Festival Returns October 17-20 with One Anchor Location at Brooklyn Army Terminal to Host Fan-Favorite Signature Tasting Events in Addition to Over 75+ Events in Manhattan

SiebenCarey today announced the law firm’s commitment to future financial support of Crescent Cove Respite & Hospice Home for Kids, Minnesota’s first and only home designed to provide end-of-life care for children.“SiebenCarey was pleased to serve as a ‘Kin Sponsor’ of the 12th Annual Gala for Crescent Cove in late January,” said Jim Carey, Managing Partner of SiebenCarey. “This organization is only one of three in the U.S. serving parents and children needing respite and hospice care.”“The need

Brooklyn Brewery Also Named Official Partner of 2024 NYC Pride

Continuing its annual tradition of recognizing leaders dedicated to increasing youth access to recreation opportunities, the National Recreation Foundation (NRF) recently announced Manny Almonte as the recipient of its 2023 Robert W. Crawford Prize.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231213232783/en/2023 Crawford Prize recipient Manny Almonte (bottom center) with Camping to Connect mentors and participants. Camping to Conne

Company’s giving fosters talent in STEM careers while advancing life-changing opportunities for students in underserved communities

RAW Rolling Papers (BBK/HBI), the independent international brand of high-quality rolling papers and smoking innovations, and The JUSTÜS Foundation, announced today the recipients of the RAW Seeds Fellowship. The three award recipients, all of whom are Legacy Operators– Empress Modupe, Eli Terry, and Erin “E” Thurmond - will receive $20,000 each to help grow their businesses in the cannabis space as they navigate through this new legalized market.Empress Modupe Olufumni-Jacobs, a cannabis health

- NYCWFF Returns to EAT. DRINK. FEED NYC. and support God’s Love We Deliver, October 12-15, 2023 -

In its 2nd year, Small Business Grant Program opens new doors and empowers local minority-owned businessesCompany is known for its focus on financial inclusion, responsible financial products, community engagement and corporate social responsibility

Elected Officials, leadership from Empire BlueCross BlueShield and Family Health Centers at NYU Langone addressed attendees

Hip-Hop’s 50th Anniversary, Celebrity Hosts and Food Network Stars to Take Center Stage at the New York City Wine & Food Festival this October 12-15!

Will provide support to four existing RTW Charitable Foundation partner organizations and five new organizations, all focused on alleviating health access challenges for New Yorkers

Through the HelloFresh Meals with Meaning Program, local Phoenix residents receive free meal kits delivered to their home each weekCompanies coordinate packing event and drive-through distribution to celebrate half million milestoneHelloFresh becomes St. Mary’s largest food donor and commits to extending the Meals with Meaning program in Phoenix through 2024

Amazon Literary Partnership awards nearly $1 million in grant and sponsorship funding to 93 literary nonprofits nationwideAmazon Literary Partnership is committed to supporting writing programs and nonprofit literary organizations that uplift and amplify writers and promote diversity in storytelling

2023 Powering Safe Communities Program Awards Nearly $170,000 for Energy Infrastructure Across Northern Illinois

From the canvas to the court, two philanthropists with Memphis ties to be honored for outstanding achievements in advancing lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

For a second consecutive year, Kroger joins campaign to support access to critical health and nutrition, honor American farmers

Nation's leading network of organic mushroom farms doubles down on commitment to social and environmental accountability and transparency

For the first time in its history, the Nissan Foundation is awarding more than $1 million during annual grant cycleSince 1992, the Nissan Foundation has awarded nearly $16 million to more than 150 nonprofit organizations committed to promoting cultural awareness and understandingThe Nissan Foundation annually awards grants to nonprofits in California, Georgia, Michigan, Mississippi, New York, Tennessee and Texas

Recap of CSR stories on Business Wire

Registration for the Nation’s Longest-Running Track & Field Series for Girls and Women is Now OpenColgate-Palmolive Doubles the Value of Scholarships for 2023 SeasonShopRite Joins as Supporter for 2023 Games

Humana Healthy Horizons to Support Maternal Health of Black Moms in Kentucky via Programs, Grants

This February, Macy’s continues its commitment to the Black community through “Black History. Black Brilliance.” with a give-back campaign with UNCF, the nation’s largest and most effective minority education organization, benefitting scholarships and historically Black colleges and universities

Brooklyn’s Walter Weaver Elementary hosts free food distribution event and cooking demonstration to celebrate expanded collaboration

Diageo and the world’s number one vodka, Smirnoff, have today launched a new global campaign called ‘Drops of Advice,’ to encourage people to think and drink responsibly during the holidays while also celebrating life and the best of the season’s festivities.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221121005460/en/In developing the campaign, Diageo recognized that there is an art to providing good advice. The creative campaign e

3rd Annual Empire “Whole Health Heroes” Awards recognize exceptional New York leaders who are committed to innovation and leadershipCelebratory event to feature keynote presentation by Alan J. Murray, President & CEO of Empire BlueCross BlueShield who will address the impact of these individuals on NYC’s whole healthThe in-person celebratory luncheon will take place on November 10 at 12 noon ET at Manhattan Manor, 201 W 52nd St, New York, NY 10019

Ameriprise also donated more than $2.8 million in grants to support communities in need

The 40-unit project at 654-668 South 11th Street will cater to residents with low and very low incomes and transform an underutilized parcel near a major Newark corridor

Head of Product for Firmwide Employee Experience for Integrated Help at JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Past Executive Director of the Kaplan Educational Foundation will be honored at gala event in New York City on Wednesday, October 26th

The airline encourages crewmembers and customers to join in the good through Bid for Good, JetBlue’s online auction offering one-of-a-kind experiences, with all proceeds to benefit JetBlue’s non-profit organizationsJetBlue’s 12th Annual Swing for Good golf classic was hosted on October 6 at Bethpage State Golf Course in New York

Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA) today announced that Alethia Jackson has been named senior vice president, ESG (environmental, social and governance) and chief DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) officer for the U.S. Jackson most recently served as vice president, federal government relations for Walgreens, and will assume her new role Oct. 1.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220830005857/en/Alethia Jackson

Marks the Third Consecutive Year of Committing $1 Million to Support Non-Profit Organizations Striving to Improve Food Equity and AccessProvidence, RI based Southside Community Land Trust awarded $100,000 as recipient of UNFI Foundation’s First Ever Food Equity Project Grant

HELP ONE Buildings A & B will provide housing solutions for those faced with chronic homelessness in Brooklyn, N.Y.

The NineDot site, including the first Tesla Megapack system deployed in New York City, is a model for urban clean energy projects

- EAT. DRINK. FEED NYC. October 13 – 16, 2022 -

Report Highlights Progress Towards Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and New Workplace, Supply Chain and Sustainability Initiatives

Virtual kick-off to planting season will feature gardening influencers from growing regions across the country and benefit nonprofit organization, Big Green, in support of the Million Gardens Movement

Voya Financial launches a new grant program to aid small businesses owned by individuals from underrepresented communities.

The Nation’s Longest-Running Track & Field Series for Girls and Young Women Unveils New Outdoor Competition Schedule for April 2022Registration Process Opens March 1, 2022

Ten New York City Small Businesses Each Receive $10,000 to Provide Relief from Impact of COVID-19 on their Businesses