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— More Than One Million Dollars Donated to Prostate Cancer Foundation Since 2019 —

Here’s the Short Stack:Free pancakes, real connection. IHOP’s National Pancake Day is on Tuesday, March 3! From 7am through 8pm, guests will receive a free Short Stack of Buttermilk Pancakes when they dine at participating IHOP restaurants nationwide.*IHOP is establishing an ownable, brand-defining moment by designating the first Tuesday of March as its annual National Pancake Day.Drop the pin. IHOP is partnering with viral social media personality and musician Mr. Fantasy to amplify National Pancake Day with a meetup experience that brings his online community together IRL. Fans will have the chance to meet Mr. Fantasy at IHOP’s Hollywood location on Tuesday, March 3 from 2pm to 5pm PST.Feel good while doing good. Every $1 donated in IHOP restaurants on March 3, helps provide at least 10 meals** to local Feeding America® partner food banks.

The three-year, $1.5 million grant will help scale Junior Achievement’s experiential learning experiences nationwide

Mary Kay Wraps up 2025 with 25 Corporate Reputation Awards

In special recognition of the Go Red for Women® campaign, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management will collaborate with the American Heart Association in Westchester and Fairfield Counties, to host the 17th Annual Go Red Women’s Leadership event on Friday, February 6 at 8:00 a.m. EST at Morgan Stanley’s Purchase, NY offices. The event will also be live streamed.As in years prior, the leadership event is part of Morgan Stanley’s long-standing support of the Go Red for Women® campaign, designed to celebr

ICCS announces its 2026 Board officers, confirmed in December 2025, reinforcing its commitment to advancing animal-free cosmetics safety.

iA Financial Group announces a $200,000 donation to the Fondation IUCPQ. This funding will support the launch of the HARMONY research project, which aims to transform obesity management by combining medical treatment, nutritional guidance and customized physical activity.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260121845103/en/Top row, from left to right: Francis Morin, Executive Director, Fondation IUCPQ, Frédéric Leblanc, Phar

Leading cosmetics manufacturer leverages Transparency-One to deepen visibility across global supplier networks

Headquartered in Virginia, Compu Dynamics philanthropy channels data center industry engagement into local support.

Kennel Connection donated $2,500 to Frankie’s Friends, doubled to $5,000, to support pets in need this Giving Tuesday.

Each year, Mary Kay supports causes that enrich millions of women’s lives globally, including access to education

Fundraisers deserve donor data they can trust. With Giving Intelligence + Relationship Intelligence working together, Instil’s new Hatch.ai integration helps you understand your supporters more deeply and engage with confidence.

M.O.U. cements Bangladesh as AIDS Healthcare Foundation’s newest countryGlobal nonprofit cares for over 2.7 million people worldwide; adds Tennessee and Michigan to U.S. roster

Werner Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq: WERN), a premier transportation and logistics provider, today announced the publication of its 2025 Sustainability Brief. The publication details the Company's commitment to sustainability, showing how it has moved beyond simple compliance reporting to further align its business strategy around environmental impact, risk management and strategic investments in its people and modern fleet.“We are proud to showcase the tangible progress we've made in decarbonizing

New agreement signed at COP30 will see organisations collaborating to use artificial intelligence tools for biodiversity monitoring and digital platforms to boost public engagement in conservation efforts.

Collaboration connects industry leadership with local innovation to turn food waste into community impact

Paragon Films advances sustainability commitment with new slogan: Sustainability Without Sacrifice™

Nominations open for 2026 employer recognition award honoring Utah companies

500 Global and The Earthshot Prize are partnering on an investment strategy to identify, support and scale climate solutions across Emerging Markets.Supporting three themes at the intersection of climate impact and commercial viability: AgTech, Clean Tech, and Nature Tech.The strategy was announced at The Earthshot Prize Summit in Rio De Janeiro ahead of the 2025 Earthshot Prize Awards Night, targeting to roll out H1 of 2026.

Firm contributes $42 billion annually to New York City’s economy as one of its largest employersProject created 8,000 construction jobs across 40 local unionsNew York City’s largest all-electric tower sets new standards in sustainability, health and wellnessKey points:JPMorganChase is one of New York City’s largest employers and contributors to the local economy.JPMorganChase Tower will be home to 10,000 employees by year-end, as part of the firm’s broader investment in Midtown Manhattan.The project created 8,000 construction jobs across 40 local unions.A new study by Vista Site Selection shows JPMorganChase contributes $42 billion annually to the city’s economy, supporting an additional 40,000 jobs across local industries.The new tower features 2.5 times more outdoor public space than the previous building and redefines the modern workplace with state-of-the-art technology and world-class amenities for employees and clients.As New York City’s largest all-electric tower with net zero operational emissions, the headquarters sets new standards in building sustainability, health, and wellness.

Initiative to award at least $300,000 to early-to-growth stage companies focused on leveraging technology and innovative solutions to enhance emergency management across Miami-Dade

​The Nobel Prize for Chemistry has awarded scientists for their work in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), for their high capacity and selectivity for captured gases, including CO2.The CALF-20 MOF used in Svante’s filters for carbon capture and removal, was highlighted in the award announcement.

The Foundation awarded dozens of grants in support of women-related cancer research and domestic violence programs and support services

Findings from a New Report by EcoVadis and BCG Reveal Scope 3 Emissions as a Financial Risk and Provide a Roadmap to Protect Profits and Strengthen Supply Chain Resilience

Nationally leading energy infrastructure investor announces an additional $100MM investment into near-term and operating solar projects to accelerate reliable and affordable energy across the country

“Our goal is to empower contractors, manufacturers, and biomass energy producers by streamlining wood waste diversion and processing. We are committed to transforming waste into value, reducing costs and reducing landfill usage."

"Older adults deserve not just physical safety, but digital safety as well."

 

Climate impact startup tackles the construction waste crisis with innovative AI-driven solutions, turning wood waste into renewable energy and reducing landfill dependency

Urban Edge Properties Releases 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report

Grants Drive Lifesaving Advances in Metastatic Research, Precision Medicine and Health Equity As Funding Challenges Grow

Kao significantly expands skin protection business, helping to improve consumers’ quality of lifeAs part of its Mid-term Plan K27 and Global Sharp Top strategy, Kao aims to use unique leading-edge technologies to address pressing social and environmental challenges and grow its businesses while working to become an essential company for a sustainable world.By aligning ESG initiatives with the Global Sharp Top business strategy, Kao is not only expanding business opportunities and reducing risks, but also contributing to society and enriching the lives of all people and the planet in line with its Kirei Lifestyle Plan.The skin protection business, the leading initiative of Kao’s Global Sharp Top strategy, improves consumers’ quality of life. Kao was able to significantly grow this business, with a 29% increase in sales year-on-year.

Aptar’s continued progress in 2024 highlights how our deep-rooted commitment to sustainability serves as a strategic differentiator in the market.

“Their work has the potential to transform industries, drive sustainable advancements, and accelerate major breakthroughs in fields like cancer research, material science, and environmental engineering."

– Promising preclinical data support continued development of novel receptor-based targeting molecule, ART-101, for the treatment of prostate cancer –– Archeus plans to initiate Phase 1 trial with ART-101 in 2025 –

– The program boosts the efforts of multi-institutional, cross-disciplinary investigator teams to address significant challenges in prostate cancer research –– PCF-funded research initiatives help accelerate the development of novel treatments and other solutions for advanced prostate cancer –

The Alfred E. Mann Cell and Gene Therapy Research Endowment and Alfred E. Mann Cell and Gene Therapy Research Fund boost the hospital’s position as a national leader in pediatric cell and gene therapy research and treatment.

Embedding sustainable principles into the design process creates new and innovative possibilities.

Research, supported by the Wolverine Foundation and published in JCI Insights, characterizes a mutation in MAPK8IP3 that disrupts dopamine signaling

The California Center for Reproductive Health has been named one of America’s Best Fertility Clinics by Newsweek for the third consecutive year.

National Recognition for CCC’s “People-First” Workplace Culture

The health tech leader's solutions empower students in these programs with real-world training and workforce-ready skills.

As Chair of ITU-T SG17 WP2, Jordan Will Spearhead Security Standards for IoT, Mobile, and Connected Ecosystems

Composite Decking Portfolio Earns Top Honors in Environment + Energy Leader Awards

Support young patients and nurture hope while shopping at Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie – every donation makes a difference

ICCS is pleased to welcome MANE as a new partner, further strengthening the commitment to advancing animal-free safety assessments in the cosmetic and personal care industry. This collaboration highlights MANE’s dedication to innovative, ethical testing methods.“By joining forces with ICCS, MANE reaffirms its commitment to developing and promoting non-animal safety approaches. Together, alongside our global network of ICCS members, we will continue driving progress toward a future free from anim

The charitable program helps put a child’s future first in Pittsburgh

The partnership will further the development of community education, networking and mentorship programs at Cobbs Creek Golf and Education Campus

The Kura Sushi’s first “sustainable restaurant” that reuses marine products and scrap fishing equipment and plastic!‘Sustainable’ and “latest technology” fuse together

Initiative aims to transform Guyana’s public health system by 2030 with world-class healthcare services accessible to all citizens, especially vulnerable communitiesExtension builds on significant progress made since the initiative’s 2022 launch