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Valley National Bank releases its 2025 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report highlighting the Bank’s commitment to its community partners.

As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, NaphCare, a leading correctional healthcare company, and the NaphCare Charitable Foundation (NCF) highlight the third year of their annual art initiative and advocacy campaign, “Reframing Mental Health.” Original artwork created by patients at 12 NaphCare partner facilities across eight states will be exhibited in May to mark Mental Health Awareness Month.Nearly two in five people in correctional facilities experience symptoms of mental illness, roughly

ATSG has announced the names of six recipients of the 2026 Hete Family Scholarship.

Funding Assists Disabled Military Service Members, Veterans and Gold Star Families

ISACA Foundation and the Caterpillar Foundation continue collaboration to provide career development opportunities

As part of its commitment to environmental stewardship, Publix continues to build on year‑round sustainability initiatives that bring associates, customers and communities together to care for the planet.With Earth Day and Arbor Day both this week, Publix is placing extra focus on the environment through its companywide volunteer effort and a donation campaign at the register.“Sustainability continues to be a core part of who we are at Publix and ties to our mission of being responsible citizens

Milestone 20th Anniversary Marked by the Program’s Largest Donation to Date

National reentry leaders unite in Miami to advance practical, scalable workforce solutions

Investment will fund food access, healthy living and neighborhood-strengthening activities for 50 nonprofits in 32 communities

The Purple Lemon Provides Supportive Affordable Housing

Investigative journalist Georgia Gee will present the 2026 Upton Sinclair Memorial Lecture during AIHA Connect, the annual conference and expo for occupational and environmental health and safety (OEHS) professionals. Gee’s lecture, “The ‘Trash’ School,” will address how environmental racism and public health neglect subjected residents of a predominantly Black community in Gainesville, Florida, to decades of toxic chemical exposures. The talk is scheduled for 3:15 p.m. Central time on Monday, J

Pan-American Life Insurance Group (PALIG) is commemorating its 115th anniversary with an investment in arts education in its hometown of New Orleans and coordinated volunteer efforts across its U.S. offices. To mark the milestone, 115 PALIG employees, their families, and friends will come together for a day of service in partnership with KID smART, a nonprofit organization that expands access to arts-rich learning for public school students.The volunteer initiative, a hands-on, school-based comm

Longtime partnership with Gary Sinise Foundation continues to expand through product donations and veteran housing support

Inaugural September auction expected to attract collectors nationwide and generate significant economic impact for Tennessee

The “Driving Your Future” initiative supports educational and safety programming nationwide to empower the next generation.MBUSA positively impacted over 88,000 families through more than 90 volunteer events across the country, totaling nearly 5,000 collective volunteer hours.The 2025 report highlights major achievements in safety, education, and sustainability made possible through key partnerships with Safe Kids Worldwide, Junior Achievement USA, and others.

The new Supercenter reflects Walmart’s commitment to modernizing retail, investing in Florida communities and helping families save money and live better.Key Insights:With the opening of a new Supercenter in The Villages community Walmart reaffirms its commitment to innovation, community investment and the future of U.S. retail.As part of Walmart’s plans to build or convert more than 150 stores over the next several years, The Villages Supercenter sets a new standard in retail, blending convenience, technology and elevated experiences to meet how customers shop today.

Statewide report highlights rising service demand, funding volatility, and sustainability concerns impacting more than 22,000 Florida nonprofits

First Project Supports Injured Veterans through Collaboration with Building Homes for Heroes

The Ellavoz Children’s Literacy Foundation (ECLF) took a heartfelt step toward closing the literacy gap by sponsoring a special author visit to Spring Park Elementary School, a Title I school in Jacksonville, Florida. Multiple presentations to kindergarten through 5th grade students were given by New York Times bestselling author, Beth Ferry, whose stories of friendship, kindness, and found family have long captured the imaginations of young readers.In the months leading up to her visit, ECLF su

Elevance Health Foundation has awarded 22 new grants totaling more than $2.3 million to support food as medicine programs across the country. These grants will help nonprofit organizations improve access to nutritious food and advance clinical outcomes for individuals and families experiencing food and nutrition insecurity, particularly those living with diet-related chronic conditions. This latest round of funding is part of the Foundation’s five-year, $150 million commitment to addressing the

Meta will purchase 100% of the offtake generated by MN8 Energy’s 80-megawatt Walker Solar project in Juniata County, Pennsylvania under the long-term agreement.

Powered by millions of supporters and mission-driven partners, 4ocean has removed over 50 million pounds of plastic from the world’s ocean since 2017

Lennard High School in Ruskin, FL unveils new weight room with Wellpoint and Impact Fitness, boosting student fitness access and healthy habits!

Grant Will Fund Legal Aid that Promotes Housing Stability

The new Supercenter reflects Walmart’s commitment to grow, modernize and strengthen local economies. Key Insights:With the opening of a new Supercenter in the Jacksonville community Walmart reaffirms its commitment to innovation, community investment and the future of U.S. retail.As part of Walmart’s plans to build or convert more than 150 stores over the next several years, the Jacksonville Supercenter sets a new standard in retail, blending convenience, technology and elevated experiences to meet how customers shop today.

PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced the completion of a COLORFUL COMMUNITIES® project in collaboration with Heart of America to revitalize multiple spaces at the Fort Lauderdale, Fla. campus of Kids in Distress, Inc. (KID), an organization dedicated to preventing child abuse, preserving families and treating children who have been abused and neglected.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260202435087/en/PPG leaders joined Heart o

Publix has been recognized on Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies list. The company has been named on this list annually since 1996, marking the 31st consecutive year of earning this honor. This list acknowledges companies that make it a priority to commit to associates’ well-being, community engagement, sustainability efforts and being a great place to work, among other criteria.“At Publix, we pride ourselves on the culture we’ve built and continue to uphold, where we care for and respect

Funding supports local educational institutions and related organizations across New Jersey and Florida, expanding access to learning and opportunity

Grocer honors 100 years of excellence with more than $2.8 million in community support, industry-leading recognition and a purpose-driven future

Valley Bank today announced more than $200,000 in donations to 12 leading food banks across the regions it serves.

Each Transaction Provides Educational and Recreational Camps for Guatemalans with Disabilities

Publix Super Markets Charities (PSMC) is donating $15 million to more than 300 nonprofit organizations throughout the Southeast that focus on housing and shelter services, including Habitat for Humanity affiliates.Since 2015, PSMC has contributed over $69 million to initiatives that build homes and provide transitional housing and emergency shelter in Publix’s operating area.“We’re proud to build on our support of Habitat for Humanity affiliates and other nonprofits,” said Publix Charities Execu

Yamaha Rightwaters recently expanded its partnership with Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute (HSWRI) through a renewed three-year agreement, which provides HSWRI with two new outboards that will help the organization fulfill research and marine mammal rescue work in Florida and California. A Yamaha 115-horsepower outboard will power the primary response vessel for HSWRI’s Marine Mammal Stranding Team and a 50-horsepower Yamaha outboard will power the HSWRI skiff that services offshore white seaba

Funds will be Awarded through FHLB Dallas’ Disaster Rebuilding Assistance Program

TradeStation employees led meaningful efforts in education, environmental care, and community support through TradeStation Cares initiatives this fall

Three student-athletes from Toledo, Texas and BYU honored for leadership and community service off the field; Winner announced Dec. 12 live on ESPN

The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) fund will create or preserve 1,540 affordable homes for low-income families, seniors, and special needs households.

The WSFS CARES Foundation, the charitable giving arm of WSFS Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: WSFS), announced it will contribute a $150,000 grant to the Todmorden Foundation to expand affordable housing opportunities in Wilmington, Delaware.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251105599384/en/The Flats in Wilmington, Del. will be home to over 1,000 residents.The Todmorden Foundation is a nonprofit committed to providing acces

Petsense By Tractor Supply raised over $130,000 for K9s For Warriors through eight-week nationwide campaign

HGreg is renewing its long-standing commitment to road safety by serving as Honorary President for Operation Red Nose in three major regions: Montreal, Laval–Basses-Laurentides, and Mascouche–Lanaudière-Sud.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251111767392/en/Michèle Létourneau, spokesperson for HGreg, Marouan BelFakir, community relations advisor for the Société de l’assurance automobile du Québec, and Jean-Sébastien Hamel,

Funds from Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta Support Several Southeast Communities

Bridging the Dream Scholarship Program Provides $10,000 in Scholarships to 40 High School and 10 Graduate Students Nationwide

Oscar Health introduces new health plans for individuals, families, and businesses in Orlando on the individual marketplace for 2026 Open Enrollment

The WSFS CARES Foundation, the charitable giving arm of WSFS Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: WSFS), announced today it will contribute $100,000 to four regional food banks addressing a significant surge in the need for food assistance across Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey.The WSFS CARES Foundation funding will support Philabundance ($50,000), Food Bank of Delaware ($25,000), and Food Bank of South Jersey ($25,000). This grant will also include $10,000 going to the Chester County Food Bank

CIM-BGV Impact Ventures’ First Affordable Housing Impact Fund Announces Milestone First Closing of $250M+ in Total Investment Capacity

U-Haul® Company of Eastern Florida has made three of its centers available to provide 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box® container usage to help those affected by the severe flooding that occurred this week in and around Brevard County.Heavy downpours resulted in 14 inches of water covering some areas in a span of just hours early Monday. Many homes and businesses sustained water damage from the flash floods.Access to dry and secure self-storage units and portable storage containers can ass

T3 platform coordinates boots-on-the-ground crews and a connected fleet with real-time visibility, preventive maintenance and secure access to keep operations moving

The WSFS CARES Foundation, the charitable giving arm of WSFS Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: WSFS), announced it is contributing a $50,000 grant to Social Finance, Inc. (Social Finance), a national nonprofit, for the recent launch of the Family Housing Opportunities for Purposeful Empowerment Project (Family HOPE Project), an initiative aimed at providing housing assistance to families experiencing homelessness in New Castle County, Delaware.The WSFS CARES Foundation grant will support services f

“Through one of the most tumultuous times in the history of the freight industry with evolving regulatory changes, impacts of tariffs, and overall economic uncertainty, the X15N/RNG solution has come out a clear winner for both carriers and shippers,"

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