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Insurer responds to youth mental health crisis by supporting nonprofit’s national tour of Send Silence Packing® in 2024 and 2025

In this first-of-its-kind partnership, renowned waste management and hunger solutions company Goodr will leverage the eSprinter to advance its mission of combating food waste and hunger through pioneering technology.Jasmine Crowe-Houston, founder and CEO of Goodr, was named the first eSprinter brand ambassador, highlighting MBUSA’s dedication to fostering positive social and environmental impact through innovative solutions and partnerships.The eSprinter showcases remarkable versatility, catering to various industries and offering CO2-emission-free transport.

Ingevity releases 2023 sustainability report highlighting its commitment to actions and product innovations that enable a more sustainable world.

The inaugural YF Innovators Cohort of grantees includes diverse approaches to foster youth belonging and community

The newest program from the HEINZ® Black Kitchen Initiative serves up top restaurant takeovers

The Bridging the Dream Scholarship for High School Seniors Provides Up to $10,000 to Under-resourced and Underrepresented Students

Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation Awards $17,500 Grant to Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative in Charleston

Double board-certified plastic surgeon Steven J. Hermiz, MD brings unique blend of education, collaboration, social responsibility to new cosmetic practice

Chain launches a tour throughout the Southeast to honor heroes and raise money for Folds of Honor

Latest Launches from Premium Area Rug Brand Explore Bold Design, Relaxed Charm, and Vibrant Accents

Shelters to Shutters (“S2S”) announced today that Doug Bibby, outgoing President of the National Multifamily Housing Council (“NMHC”), has joined its National Board of Directors to serve a three-year term. S2S plans to leverage Bibby’s deep expertise of the multifamily industry and the relationships he has cultivated over the course of his more than two-decade career to assist the organization in further scaling its training and placement operations to further its growth and help reach more peop

Gregory Poole Bus Sales & Service Expands Bus Sales Territory from North to South Carolina

Fifteen not-for-profit organizations nominated by Baker Tilly team members receive $10,000 Baker Tilly Wishes grants.

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Ingevity announced it has been recognized on Newsweek Magazine’s list of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2023, ranking 58 of 500.

Mary Kay advocates for supplier diversity programs and gender-responsive procurement as powerful strategies for inclusive sustainable growth

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Nat'l real estate company Lowe and hospitality mgmt. subsidiary CoralTree form Women in Leadership Forum. Announcing on American Business Women’s Day.

Ingevity has received the gold rating for sustainability by EcoVadis, placing Ingevity in the top 3% of respondents in the specialty chemicals sector.

It’s in the DNA of Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) to solve problems, and the reality of food deserts in communities across the nation is one that has its attention. Through Cummins Advocating for Racial Equity (CARE), the company has committed $800,000 in transformational grant funding to develop and launch mobile grocery markets. With these markets, CARE is taking action to combat the impact of food deserts in Indianapolis, Indiana; Jamestown, New York, Charleston, South Carolina; Nashville, Tennesse

Discounts From Local Retailers Drive Microdonations, Supporting Local Economies

Integral Group and Ross & Baruzzini announced they are combining under a new brand name, Introba.

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Ingevity Corporation (NYSE:NGVT) today published its 2021 sustainability report highlighting advancements in the company’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals, long-term vision for operating sustainably and ongoing commitment to delivering renewably sourced and biodegradable products that assist customers and end users with reducing ecological impact.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220524005216/en/Ingevity'

Ingevity announced an environmental product declaration was published for its Evotherm® M1 Warm Mix Asphalt technology.

Five startups selected to participate in accelerator at the intersection of oral health improvement and health equity advancement

Ingevity announced its Capa® thermoplastics have become one of few bioplastics to obtain the OK biodegradable MARINE certification by TÜV Austria.

Loomis, Sayles & Company announced today that Colleen Denzler, CFA, has been named the firm’s head of ESG (environmental, social and governance). Colleen, who is based in Boston, will report to David Waldman, chief investment officer.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220503005416/en/Colleen Denzler, CFA, Joins Loomis Sayles as New Head of ESG (Photo: Business Wire)As head of ESG, Colleen – who brings significant ESG, inve

Ingevity has joined the UN Global Compact, affirming the company’s legacy of environmental stewardship and commitment to responsible business actions.

Fifteen Baker Tilly team member-nominated not-for-profit organizations receive $10,000 Baker Tilly Wishes grants.

The latest donation of $320,000 from Always gives 1,500 girls access to YMCA sports programs to #KeepHerPlaying

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Ingevity has received an industry-wide, top-quartile rating for sustainability by the 2021 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA).

Loomis Sayles' Fuss Family Mental Health Initiative raises awareness about suicide prevention and mental health stigmas among young people.

Ingevity publishes 2020 sustainability report update highlighting progress toward key environmental, social and governance initiatives

The American Water Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization created by American Water, the nation’s largest publicly traded water and wastewater utility company, today announced the recipients of the 2021 Keep Communities Flowing grant program awards. Nine projects in seven states will be supported by grants totaling $153,400.“The American Water Charitable Foundation is proud to support communities served by American Water through the Keep Communities Flowing grant program,” sai

O'Charley's expands and elevates its 'Hometown Heroes' charitable initiative - "giving back" blitzes planned across the country over next two weeks.

In an effort to advance the health and well-being of communities across the U.S., today Walgreens unveiled a new myWalgreens donation feature*, which allows myWalgreens members to donate Walgreens Cash rewards directly to local nonprofits in their community via Walgreens.com or the myWalgreens app.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210401005431/en/myWalgreens local donation feature on mobile (Photo: Business Wire)Walgreens

Agape Care Group Announces Partnership With BCS & Associates Consulting to Enhance Its Focus on Diversity & Inclusion

KKR Awards Grants to 80 Small Businesses and Nonprofits as part of COVID-19 Relief Effort

Today, Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) announced the launch of Cummins Advocating for Racial Equity (CARE). CARE is another step forward in Cummins’ intent to take a leading role in undoing systemic discrimination against the Black community in the U.S.“Institutional racism is a disease; deeply rooted and longstanding, and makes our society weaker,” said Tom Linebarger, Chairman and CEO, Cummins Inc. “It will take decisive and sustained action to dismantle racism, and Cummins will be part of that actio

Nine community-based organizations working to improve heart health receive over $1.04M in grants from the AstraZeneca HealthCare Foundation.

Ingevity (NYSE: NGVT) published its 2019 sustainability report, detailing the company’s ongoing commitment to operating as a sustainable organization.

Funding is part of UnitedHealthcare’s $12.3 million in Empowering Health grants focused on expanding access to care and addressing the social determinants of health for people in underserved communities

Funding is part of UnitedHealthcare’s $12.3 million in Empowering Health grants focused on expanding access to care and addressing the social determinants of health for people in underserved communities

Discover is giving $25,000 awards to 200 Black-owned restaurants

Grants to focus on the needs of healthcare workers and first responders, access to food and shelter for the homeless, and other community needs

Vastly simplified, two-piece design helps accelerate production ratesDow will produce and donate 100,000 face shields to support Michigan hospitalsDow looking for fabricators to accelerate production to address PPE shortages – interested parties should email Dow at facshld@dow.com

Publix Super Markets Charities announced today a second $1 million donation to Feeding America member food banks in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Today’s donation provides support to food pantries and meal programs in the communities surrounding Publix stores and brings Publix Charities’ total contribution in support of hunger relief efforts during the pandemic to $2 million.“As we continue to see an increase in the number of people facing food insecurity during this pandemic, we are gra