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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.

Bakelite announced today that it has been awarded a Gold Medal by EcoVadis, a globally recognized leader in business sustainability ratings. This prestigious distinction places Bakelite in the top 5% of more than 130,000 companies assessed worldwide.Bakelite’s Gold Medal reflects a strong and steadily advancing sustainability performance, driven by the implementation of new policies, operational enhancements, expanded public reporting, and focusing on sustainability initiatives such as Responsib

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

Blue Circle Health expands its free type 1 diabetes program to five more states—MA, CT, PA, VA, and KY—now operating in 16 states.With support from the Helmsley Charitable Trust, Blue Circle seeks to provide whole-person care and improve health outcomes, empower individuals to manage their condition more effectively, and drive innovative care models.The six-month program is personalized and can include endocrinology care, diabetes education, insurance navigation, behavioral health services, peer support, community resource navigation, and financial assistance for T1D medications and supplies.Early results show significant reductions in diabetes distress.

Thousands of Humana employees to volunteer across five key cities, supporting food and nutrition needs, military families, urban green spaces and more.

For the second year, Allstate and the Wuerffel Foundation spotlight college football’s most inspiring community service stories

Kinetic’s annual golf tournament raised $10,000 to donate to the Friends of the Lexington Fisher House organization.The Fisher House is known for supporting veterans and their families during medical procedures with complementary lodging and meals close to medical facilities.

New PMI U.S. Survey Signals a Shift to an “Era of Pragmatic Philanthropy,” as Public Seeks Community-First Leadership

The Humana Foundation, philanthropic arm of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), announced today a $50,000 contribution to advance sustained recovery efforts in Kentucky communities devastated by the most recent wave of severe storms and tornadoes.On Friday, May 16, powerful storms swept across the state, causing widespread destruction—particularly in Laurel and Pulaski Counties. The city of London experienced considerable damage, and residents across the region continue to grapple with the aftermath of a r

On Friday, May 2, 2025, PMI U.S. hosted experts from the University of Florida Levin College of Law, the Rocky Mountain Veterans Advocacy Project in Colorado and the University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law. Panelists shared their practice experience, case studies and policy recommendations to help address common challenges that military families face.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250505988633/en/Experts a

Being a good steward of the environment is ingrained in the Publix culture, as it touches on two cornerstones of the company’s mission: being involved as responsible citizens in its communities and being intolerant of waste. These mission points help guide the company’s dedication to sustainability year-round, but several initiatives each April place even more of a focus on the environment.“Our commitment to environmental sustainability started with our founder, George Jenkins, and remains stron

Implementing culturally appropriate and innovative programs which meet patients at their point of need is sure to improve relinkage to care.

The Learning Skills for Life program aims to empower participants with essential skills that can be utilized in Kentucky’s thriving tourism, lifestyle, and hospitality sectors.

Tornado outbreak creates need for disaster relief across much of the Southeast, other areas

The milestone, along with a grant from Publix Charities, was announced at the company’s Hunger Summit

Passport by Molina Healthcare and The MolinaCares Accord donate $50,000 to support flood victims in eastern Kentucky.

A total of 29 U-Haul® centers, including 18 across Kentucky, are offering 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box® container usage to residents impacted by severe flooding in recent days.The U-Haul disaster relief program is also available to anyone in need at nine stores in northern Middle Tennessee and two in southern Indiana.A massive winter weather front generated tragic and intense flash flooding over the weekend, with countless homes sustaining water damage and numerous communities left wit

The American Water Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced today that it launched the 2025 Water and Environment Grant Program. The Foundation invites community partners to apply for grants that promote clean water, conservation, environmental education, climate variability and water-based recreation projects.“North Branch Land Trust is extremely grateful to have r

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

Largest Event of its Kind in Kentucky Kicked Off with a “Snow-Breaking” Ceremony and Norton Children’s Hospital Partnership AnnouncementPlans Revealed for $25 Million Investment Over the Next Two Seasons

Swedish Match North America, an affiliate of Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) today announced a $1 million donation on behalf of its U.S. affiliates to support hurricane relief efforts across six U.S. states. We Care by ZYN is a part of a multi-pronged approach for corporate and employee giving, with the goal of making a meaningful difference in the communities where PMI’s U.S. affiliates operate.“We Care by ZYN was established in 2020, at the height of the COVID pandemic, to provide finan

Goal to Improve Birth Outcomes for New York Families

 Award will support development and construction of a 287 MW pumped storage hydropower project on former coal mine land in Kentucky

New campaign is the mutual bank sector’s first fully collaborative, national advertising and communications effort

Publix activates register campaign supporting storm relief

Publix customers and associates have donated more than $1 million to support disaster relief efforts in areas affected by Hurricane Helene.All funds collected at the register will go to the American Red Cross to help people recover from this disaster.“Our thoughts continue to be with the people who have been affected by Hurricane Helene,” said Publix Director of Community Relations Dwaine Stevens. “The generosity of our customers and associates is inspiring and will be a vital resource to areas

Parent Company of KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and Habit Burger & Grill publishes its annual Global Citizenship & Sustainability Report.

Hendrick Automotive Group, Hendrick Motorsports, Sonic Automotive and Speedway Motorsports Encourage Others to Give

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HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE: HCA), one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers, today announced that it will contribute $1 million through community organizations to aid in Hurricane Helene relief efforts in North Carolina.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241001456071/en/On September 29, 2024, more than 100 HCA Healthcare nurses traveled to western North Carolina to provide support and relief for caregivers at Missio

Publix activates register campaign supporting storm relief

Expansion will support company’s U.S. mission to deliver a smoke-free future as it moves legal-age consumers who smoke to better alternativesExpansion to deliver additional $277 million annually in regional economic impact*New hiring to increase plant workforce by 40 percent

Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), a leading health and well-being company, is proud to announce that it has been named to PEOPLE’s “100 Companies That Care list” for 2024, ranking Humana in the top 50 (46th place). The annual list honors companies that “go the extra mile to honor their customers, empower their employees, and make the world a better place.”This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240822049405/en/More than 5,000 Humana vol

Once again, Publix has been named on PEOPLE’s Companies that Care list, ranking No. 15 for 2024. The list highlights top U.S. companies that have succeeded in business while demonstrating outstanding respect, care and concern for their employees, communities and the environment.“We’re honored to be recognized as a company focused on taking care of others,” said Publix Director of Communications Maria Brous. “Our founder, George Jenkins, believed in the importance of being there for both his asso

Dedicated day of service kicks off nationwide “Month of Impact” with the goal of generating $10 million for communities where Humana’s employees live and work

Children of 15 Humana Employees in Louisville area and 80 across the U.S. received scholarships for 2024-25 school year

Full of life, coral reefs are home to some of the largest living structures on Earth. They play a critical role in providing an important nursery for juvenile fish and crustaceans. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, around 25% of the fish in the ocean depend on coral reefs to survive.Publix is doing its part to support these habitats by providing funding for projects aimed at protecting, conserving and restoring coral reefs around Florida. Over the last two years,

Allstate Wuerffel Trophy and Allstate AFCA Good Works Team® honor community service leaders with coveted collegiate awards2024 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team announces a record 178 nominees, representing players and coaches from colleges and universities across the country

New facility to support company’s U.S. mission to deliver a smoke-free future by moving legal-age consumers who smoke to better alternativesAurora facility joins existing smoke-free product manufacturing sites in Owensboro, Ky., and Wilson, N.C.

Since its founding in 1948, the Fifth Third Foundation has made education programs a key priority. In 2005, Fifth Third established its Scholarship Program to award one-time, $2,500 scholarships annually to children of Fifth Third employees for study at a college or university. This year’s scholarships total $62,500. More than 450 students have merited scholarships since 2005.Chosen and administered by the National Merit Scholarship Corp., the Fifth Third Scholarship Program recognizes the acade

Publix is proud to celebrate World Oceans Day while continuing to support sustainable seafood practices and helping to protect ocean wildlife through its donations to Sustainable Fisheries Partnership (SFP) over the last 14 years.“Publix is committed to taking meaningful steps alongside our supplier partners to drive the responsible harvesting of seafood,” said Publix Business Development Director of Seafood Guy Pizzuti. “We are thankful for this important collaboration with SFP and our supplier

Works With The Randy Davis Memorial Milk Fund To Expand Milk Access

Outlines business and corporate citizenship highlights with focus on future growth

Evan Williams American Hero special edition bottles honor six veterans for their acts of service

Publix has donated 100 million pounds of produce to Feeding America partner food banks, marking a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing commitment to help feed neighbors facing food insecurity. The company began purchasing produce in 2020 at the height of the pandemic to help struggling farmers and provide additional fresh fruits and vegetables to its food bank partners.“As a grocery retailer, we can make our largest impact by helping feed our neighbors in need. Donating 100 million pou

Chris Campbell positively impacts Kentucky community through a free, local literacy programCampbell: “I've been fortunate, and it comes back to me in ways I never could have imagined”6-week program includes reading, free books, door prizes for children and families with reading challenges

New environmental campaign launched at checkout

Effort Promotes Tree Restoration and Reforestation

Publix recognized six associates with the Mr. George Community Service Award for outstanding commitment to their communities during the company’s annual stockholders’ meeting.Publix founder George Jenkins, affectionately known as Mr. George, believed that Publix and its associates should make a difference in their communities, and the Mr. George Community Service Award annually recognizes associates who have continued his legacy of service. Since 1995, 153 associates have received this prestigio

Essential to donate $500,000 to local environmental organizations, employees to participate in dozens of volunteer events