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The world’s first commercial beer made from recycled building water introduces consumers across the country to what’s possible with water reuse.

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

Bausch + Lomb’s ONE by ONE Recycling Program has collected more than 690,000 pounds (approximately 114 million units) of used contact lens, eye care and lens care materials in the U.S.The program continues to grow year-over-year, driven by the collective efforts of eye care practices, patients and consumersFor every qualifying shipment of 10+ pounds, a donation is made to Optometry Giving Sight – supporting global efforts to reduce preventable blindness

Voya Financial announced Connie Michael, a teacher with Crow Agency Public School in Montana is the grand prize 2025 Unsung Heroes winner.

Announces plans to help protect SNAP recipients and ramp up resources

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, today announced the third edition of the HCLTech Climate Action Grant in the Americas program.

The foundation established in 1911 by Andrew Carnegie, Carnegie Corporation of New York, honors the country’s democratic ideals with $20 million in new funding to support America’s civic institutions

Nine founding signatories commit to donating the equivalent of at least 5% of selected investment funds’ performance fees to charitable organizations that focus on healthcare, education and other drivers of human well-being

Year-long campaign to kick off during UNGA 2025, featuring global voices and advocacy resources

Headwater Energy expands its IPP portfolio with Bishopville project, reinforcing commitment to clean energy and environmental integrity

South Bend firm brings national expertise to help purpose-driven organizations multiply impact

Healthpeak Properties, Inc. (“Healthpeak”) (NYSE: DOC) announced today the release of its 14th annual 2024 Corporate Impact Report (the “Report”). The Report highlights Healthpeak’s continued focus on building a resilient portfolio, advancing sustainability goals, fostering a workplace culture guided by its WE CARE core values, and promoting sound corporate governance and transparency.“Our properties fuel innovation in patient care and research—accelerating scientific discovery, enhancing health

Grants awarded to five community organizations; Customers invited to join the fight against hunger

Powered by Givinga technology, Charitable Investment Accounts help investors simplify and maximize their charitable giving

The September 23rd event will take place at Qlik’s Empire State Building location and allow NYC Climate Week participants to explore how AI is reshaping corporate sustainability

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

Cornerstone Building Brands’ 2024 Corporate Governance and Responsibility Report highlights safety, sustainability, innovation and community impact.

Battelle is deepening its investment in the next generation of innovators with a new portfolio of 18 out-of-classroom programs that will bring science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) to life for more than 22,000 young people across Central Ohio.Totaling $1,215,500, the 2025 awards under the Central Ohio STEM Innovation Grants push Battelle's cumulative giving through this program to more than $7.8 million since its launch in 2013."These projects connect students to real-world STEM exper

The Small Business Initiative Will Provide Grants Of Up To $50,000 Directly To Small Businesses That Have Faced Challenges As A Result Of The WildfiresInitiative Will Also Encourage Consumers To Support These Businesses Through A Social Media Content Series

Reduced 18.2% Scope 1 & 2 emissions on FY22 baseline, exceeding the FY25 reduction target of 12.6%Sourced 76% of electricity from renewables, beating its 2025 target of 50%Saved over 540 million litres of water through water saving initiatives, 50% more than last yearReleased first voluntary disclosure under BRSR, aligning with global and national sustainability benchmarksCelebrates 15th year of impact, powers 2% of India’s electricity needs, offsetting 0.6% of India’s carbon emissions

Legatum on Track for Initial Commitments of Over $US30 Million for New Collaborative Fund to Transform Crisis Relief

Today, the Secretary of State for International Development, the Honourable Randeep Sarai, visited Dodoma, Tanzania, to announce a new five million dollar, five-year partnership between the Government of Canada and FINCA Canada. The initiative aims to expand economic opportunities for youth – those aged 30 and under – in East Africa through financial inclusion and entrepreneurship.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/202507212

Fourth annual Q2 Philanthropy Fund to award $150,000 in grants to nonprofits across the globe

Recognition highlights employee empowerment, commitment to a culture of innovation, and dedication to Iowa communities

Kobo Resources Inc. (TSX.V: KRI):This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250707763650/en/2024 Kobo Cup Winner, KossouKobo CupThe Kobo Cup was created as a way to launch Kobo Resources’ community engagement efforts in a way that felt local and genuinely rooted in the lives of the people we work alongside. In Côte d’Ivoire, as across much of Africa, football is more than a sport. It’s a shared language, a daily ritual, and a powe

Key FY2024 Sustainability Data:31% reduction of greenhouse gas emissions4% increase for electricity generated from renewable sources5% reduction in total water consumptionRepresenting changes from 2023 to 2024

Walker & Dunlop, Inc. announced today the successful closing of Fund 124, a $240 million Multi-Investor Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Investment Fund aimed at advancing affordable housing solutions in fifteen key markets across the United States.The largest Walker & Dunlop LIHTC fund to-date, Fund 124 will support the development of 18 properties in ten states: California, Texas, Maryland, Utah, Missouri, Michigan, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, and Kansas totaling 1,701 affordable housing

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

$1 from every iced coffee and cold brew sold on June 18 will be poured back into local communities to uplift children battling hunger or illness

“Our World in Flux: How to Shape a Sustainable Future through Just Transition”

The Coca-Cola Foundation (TCCF) and the Global Environment and Technology Foundation (GETF) have launched a new partnership platform called 'Partnership for A Circular Tomorrow (PACT)', with an initial US $1 million circular economy grant by TCCF that invests in solutions and service delivery models to accelerate the transition toward reducing packaging waste, improve waste recovery across the Eurasia and the Middle East Region.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here:

New funding aims to improve health outcomes for both older caregivers and the children they are raising

A New Era for Digital Art’s Most Iconic Collection Begins

“These City Walls” was launched today in honor of LS&Co.’s 25th Annual Community Day, building on the company’s longstanding commitment to give back to its hometown

More than $1.6 million in U.S. EE Savings Bonds at maturity to be awarded to top student teams

Global participants will compete for a prize pool of $18,316 CAD, while receiving mentorship from industry experts

Fernando Villasana, the former Head of Sector Development at the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), will leverage his extensive expertise as Senior Advisor at Sustainserv

Historic Partnership with the John and Lillian Miles Lewis Foundation will support 47 three-year scholarships over 12 years

Historic Partnership with the John and Lillian Miles Lewis Foundation Will Support 141 Orthodontic Residents Over 12 Years

Green Socks Day to Take Place April 30 as a National Call to Action for Financial Literacy Month

Jessica Schreiber, Founder of FABSCRAP, will be stepping down from her role as CEO, effective July 2025. Camille Tagle, FABSCRAP’s Co-Founder and Creative Director, will step in immediately upon Schreiber’s exit to lead the organization in an interim capacity while FABSCRAP’s Board of Directors completes a search for FABSCRAP’s next Executive Director. Schreiber will remain a Board Member after her departure.Leading the organization for nearly nine years, Schreiber nurtured FABSCRAP from an idea

New Report Illustrates the Environmental & Socioeconomic Impact of $66 Million in Climate Finance

You.com, a pioneer in AI-powered search and the maker of the leading productivity engine for enterprises, today announced a partnership with Sustainable Ventures, Europe’s leading growth partner for climate tech, to provide AI tools to over 800 climate tech startups and scaleups.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250306684294/en/(Graphic: Business Wire)Through this partnership, Sustainable Ventures companies will receive s

Platform aims to share stories that “shape a healthy, sustainable future — for us, and the home we share”

Listen to the “Louder Than Cancer” playlist featuring commentary from artists like Melissa Etheridge, Imagine Dragons, H.E.R., and Blake Shelton exclusively on Amazon Music here

Publix has been named on Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies list for 2025, ranking No. 39. The company has been named on the list annually since it began in 1996, marking the 30th consecutive year of earning this honor.“When our founder, George Jenkins, opened the first store in 1930, he was driven by a commitment to doing the right thing, from creating a culture of care and respect for all associates to ensuring that shopping is a pleasure for our customers,” said Publix Director of Commu

Samantha Hutten, PhD, Vice President of Translational Research at MJFF. “We are excited to apply C2N’s analytically validated biomarker tests widely used in the field of Alzheimer’s disease research..."

AEG announces its 100 rating in the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s assessment of LGBTQ+ workplace equality

$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

A three-year initiative to support women-identifying founders with mentorship, training, and growth opportunities