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Today, Warren E. Buffett converted 1,800 A shares into 2,700,000 B shares in order to give these B shares to four family foundations: 1,500,000 shares to The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation and 400,000 shares to each of The Sherwood Foundation, The Howard G. Buffett Foundation and NoVo Foundation. These donations have been delivered today.Mr. Buffett’s comments to his fellow shareholders follow:* * * * * * * * * * * *To My Fellow Shareholders:I will no longer be writing Berkshire’s annual repo
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Zurn Elkay reported a 23% reduction in energy intensity and a 38% reduction in GHG intensity, compared to 2021 baselines
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JetBlue celebrates 11 years of advancing youth aviation awareness through its signature “Fly Like a Girl” eventWith over 25 years of service in Orlando, JetBlue reinforces its enduring commitment to Florida communities
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In partnership with presenting sponsor Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union, the initiative will spotlight and support local changemakers leading up to the 2026 USA Games
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The Pershing Square Foundation today announced the opening of applications for the 2026 MIND (Maximizing Innovation in Neuroscience Discovery) Prize. Since the Prize launched in 2023, it has been awarded to 20 multidisciplinary investigators from institutions across the country. The annual prize awards $250,000 per year for three years ($750,000 total) to at least six scientists looking to uncover a deeper understanding of the brain and cognition, with a lens on Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementias
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Inaugural class of Boston College’s new residential college will begin internships in September.
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As part of the "Tackling STEM" education program announced last September, students visited Lincoln Financial Field for a morning filled with STEM-related activities.Since 2018, Braskem and the Philadelphia Eagles have successfully delivered free STEM education programming to approximately 24,000 Philadelphia-area students
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Ares Management Corporation (NYSE:ARES) (“Ares”) announced today that Joel Holsinger, Partner and Co-Head of Ares’ Alternative Credit strategy, was appointed to the Board of Directors of the Ares Charitable Foundation (the “Ares Foundation”) to serve as Co-Chair alongside current Chair, Michael Arougheti, Chief Executive Officer of Ares.Since its launch in 2021, the Ares Foundation has committed more than $66 million to a global portfolio of nonprofit organizations to help people access the know
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2025 marks 125 years of innovation in sustainable water solutionsIn 2024, Zurn Elkay products saved 32.5 billion gallons of water and prevented the need for 19 billion single-use plastic water bottlesCompared to its 2021 baseline, Zurn Elkay has achieved a 23% reduction in energy intensity and a 38% reduction in GHG intensity
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WomenStrong International is thrilled to welcome Dr. Chisina Kapungu as their new Executive Director, effective immediately. Dr. Susan M. Blaustein, the global gender equity organization’s founder and longtime leader, will remain as Chair and President of the Board and Strategic Advisory Council.“Chisina is exactly the right person to lead WomenStrong at this moment,” said Dr. Blaustein. “She has built trust and mutual respect among our community of partner organizations from Cambodia to Rwanda
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Scully Learning Center Foundation proudly announces the release of “Heroes From Above For Angelenos,” a heartfelt adaptation of its original song, Heroes From Above.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250126395760/en/Heroes Halting Homelessness (Graphic: Business Wire)Heroes From Above was created to inspire action and support solutions for the national homelessness crisis, particularly among vulnerable groups such as intel
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Funding allows for expansion of labs, teams, and additional species candidates for de-extinction
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$43 million invested in research for 23 types of cancer by Curebound so far; call to community during season of giving to help in fight against cancer
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Funding Supports 164 Nonprofit Organizations Providing Nutrition, Educational Resources, and Safe Spaces to Children and Communities in Need
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Thousands of employee volunteers pack nutritious meals and support families, nonprofits nationwide ahead of the holidays
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Dr. Richard Park, Theresa Bischoff, Gil Addo, and Ignacio Perez-Pozuelo bring extensive experience in health, finance, nonprofit services, and artificial intelligence.
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As part of its parent company’s three-year, $30 million commitment to programs supporting mental health and well-being, the Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation unveiled an initiative in Shenandoah County, Virginia, to address the substance use disorder crisis among children and adolescents. Through a $750,000 grant awarded to its long-standing non-profit partner, The Open Table, Inc., Anthem has funded an initiative focused on “Strengthening Shenandoah” – an effort supporting the Shenan
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Local Leaders and Residents Joined Events Celebrating Discover's Continued Investment in Chicago
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The gift, directed at the deadly diseases of pancreatic cancer and diabetes, was announced at City of Hope Orange County’s Promises of Hope celebration headlined by global superstar Christina Aguilera
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Despite DEI headwinds, 365+ law firms remain committed to inclusive talent practices that boost diversity in leadership through Mansfield’s science and data-driven processes
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ReNew becomes one of the pioneers among Indian companies to align with the EU taxonomy, reporting 97.79% of capital expenditure aligned with this classificationFirst Annual Integrated Report aligns with the International Integrated Reporting Council Framework as ReNew goes above and beyond to set new standards on ESGReNew sourced 41% of electricity through clean sources across all operations, making quick strides in its journey to reach 50% by FY 2025, as per the company’s stated targetThe report includes achievements such as 40% gender diversity at the Board level and 358 million liters of water saved, which was a ~13% increase YoY
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Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC), the world’s largest provider of health care solutions to office-based dental and medical practitioners, today released its 2023 CARES Report on Sustainability and Corporate Citizenship. Henry Schein Cares, our global corporate citizenship program, aims to drive positive change through its five pillars:Catalyzing health care access;Advancing policies, solutions and innovation;Relationship-building for change;Empowering Team Schein; andSustaining the planet.Henry
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ComEd’s CONSTRUCT Youth Academy expands in second year to prepare more area youth for roles in the growing clean energy field
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Support Over Stigma received a $5,000 grant from the SBB Research Group Foundation, which awards monthly grants to support impactful organizations.Support Over Stigma (SOS), located in St. Charles, IL, is dedicated to empowering military members, veterans, first responders, and their families through a comprehensive array of support to address mental health and service-related challenges. SOS strives to provide the necessary aid, education, tools, and resources to help conquer mental health obst
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Company Contributes $250,000 to Support Innovative Pantry Restock and Fresh Funds Stipends Programs, Providing Military Families with Stigma-Free Hunger Relief
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Charles Schwab was recognized among the 50 most community-minded companies in the country by Points of Light, the world’s largest nonprofit dedicated to accelerating people-powered change.For more than a decade, The Civic 50 has served as the national standard for corporate citizenship and showcases how leading companies are moving social impact and community to the core of their business. The Civic 50 honorees are companies with annual U.S. revenues of at least $1 billion and are selected based
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Report on Implementation of New Biodiversity, Respect for Human Rights and DE&I Initiatives, Improved Traceability for Palm Oil Procurement, and Impact of ESG Activities on Financial Results and Business Growth
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Centrally located, comprehensive facility to improve access to quality healthcare for adult and pediatric patients in Greater Springfield region
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Hasbro's initiatives positively impacted over 3.9 million individuals worldwide in 2023
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Wildlife Madagascar proudly announces the inaugural International Chameleon Day, to be celebrated annually on May 9th. International Chameleon Day is a global initiative aimed at honoring and raising awareness about one of the planet's most unique and captivating reptiles—the chameleon. This special day serves as a platform to highlight the remarkable diversity of chameleon species, shed light on the significant challenges they face in the wild and issue a chameleon call to action to inspire con
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Annual “jumpstart” campaign spurs more than 2,100 Minnesotans to take the Polar Plunge
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Highlights impact and milestones, including distribution of more than 15 million pairs of glasses globally through its Buy a Pair, Give a Pair program
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Projects will increase Southern California’s groundwater, recycled water, desalinated water supplies in face of changing climate
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Long Island high school STEM students addressed inclusive learning environments for people with disabilities in this year’s Medical Marvels competition
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Up to $1M in Funding Available Over Two Years To Be Shared Among Organizations Supporting Indigenous Food Justice, Nutrition Education, and School Food Programs Across the United StatesDistinguished Advisory Council Convened to Reach, Review, and Support Nonprofits, Indigenous Tribes, and Public Schools Supporting Food Justice for Children
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Brown-Forman Corporation (NYSE:BFA, BFB) today announced a commitment of $22.5 million to support the efforts of the Brown-Forman Foundation and Dendrifund. The commitment will be funded from a portion of the proceeds from the company’s recent sale of Finlandia vodka.“This planned contribution supports the Brown-Forman Foundation’s vision of transformative community impact and Dendrifund’s collaborations to renew wood, water, and grain ecosystems,” said Lawson Whiting, President and CEO, Brown‑F
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Foundation Automotive of Wichita Falls has announced an ambitious plan to launch 24 charitable endeavors in 2024.
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Gift to support education of future scientists and engineers and further research on the repurposing of plastic waste
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Starbucks customers are able to use their own clean, personal cup for every visit including drive-thru, the Starbucks app, and in café in US and CAN.
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Nine Piper Fellows selected for their leadership and impact in Maricopa County—all receive Fellowships for study, reflection, and growth
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In a joint press statement today, the city of Dire Dawa, Ethiopia and Nedamco Africa announced the launch of Nedamco Africa’s comprehensive digital water management platform, “CCW” for the Dire Dawa administration. This success-based public-private partnership is a testament to Dire Dawa's dedication to pioneering environmental innovation and showcases the city's proactive role in embracing advanced technologies. The initiative is set to become a global benchmark, with its integration of digital twin technology, AI/ML, and satellite imagery, combined with blockchain-enabled water accounting, to enhance water management in an era of climate change and global water challenges. The agreement heralds a new era where sustainable practices, innovate public-private financing and technological advancement converge, heralding a future of environmental sustainability and resilience.
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A demonstrable commitment to a low carbon plan helps secure contract
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Company’s goal remains unwavering—to offer a smart, cost-efficient, and sustainable thermal energy storage solution, a cornerstone in the journey to decarbonizing power and heat production
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$75,000 donated on behalf of credit union partners
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Levi Strauss Foundation, VF Corporation, Warby Parker and Deckers Brands work with social enterprise VisionSpring and USAID.188,000 apparel and footwear factory workers have vision corrected with eyeglasses.Clear Vision Workplace alliance sets target to screen additional 500,000 workers in the next two years.
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Largest college student questionnaire of its kind to provide benchmarking for 2024 Thriving College Students Index Report
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Iron Bow Technologies, the nextgen technology solutions provider to government, commercial, and healthcare markets, announced today that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Iron Bow as a finalist for its Community Impact Award category as part of its inaugural Women of the Year Awards, a brand-new project that aims to shine a spotlight on women who have made significant contributions to the channel throughout 2023 and the companies that support them.“We are proud to recognize the rem
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The WSFS CARES Foundation, the charitable giving arm of WSFS Bank (Nasdaq: WSFS), announced it has provided grants to four organizations.
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Partnership with OutCare Health helps patients and plans identify LGBTQ+ affirming providers, improving access to care