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13th annual program recognizes African American leaders and their contributions to the CommonwealthHonorees include a Lieutenant Governor, Speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates, Composer, Librarian, Forensic ScientistFour high school student finalists of creative contest also recognized

PulteGroup, Inc. (NYSE: PHM) has partnered with The SkillPointe Foundation to launch a new $100,000 investment in scholarships that began last month for individuals of all backgrounds pursuing careers related to residential homebuilding and technology.In recognition of PulteGroup's 75th anniversary, the company expanded its investment in the “Build Your Future” SkillPointe Scholarship. The program will award 20 scholarships, divided between students pursuing university degrees in construction-re

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

Grants support human needs, environmental stewardship, education, and community vitalityFunding is available to nonprofit organizations in areas where Dominion Energy provides electricity or natural gas or has significant business interestsDeadline to apply for the spring grant cycle is Feb. 24, 2025 at 5 p.m. ET

Discount grocery chain’s annual Bags for a Brighter Holiday program generates more than $336,000 worth of food and financial contributions to local communities in need nationwide

As part of its ongoing commitment to fostering education and literacy, The Bojangles Foundation announced the 47 winners of its annual literacy grant program. This year’s recipients, representing diverse nonprofits and community organizations dedicated to advancing reading and learning, each received a $1,000 grant to support their impactful literacy initiatives. A list of all grant recipients can be found here.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.busin

Demonstrates TTI’s Commitment to Sustainable Products and Practices

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

Earlier this month, Sinclair launched Sinclair Cares: Hurricane Relief, a fundraising partnership with The Salvation Army to assist with humanitarian relief efforts on the ground in Western North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Virginia and Tennessee in the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. In total, the company raised nearly $1.3 million to support The Salvation Army and The United Way in their post-hurricane efforts.Throughout the month of October, Sinclair’s television st

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

Service members from across North Carolina participated in the event at Bank of America Stadium on Tuesday

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Company joins Dolly Parton in support of communities impacted in Eastern Tennessee

Donations will support efforts in Florida, North Carolina and South Carolina

Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX) today announced a donation of $250,000 to support immediate relief and recovery efforts after Hurricane Helene devastated parts of Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee, causing catastrophic flooding and damage. The funds will provide support for emergency team and volunteer efforts."This destructive hurricane has affected our neighbors far and wide, and our hearts go out to them," said Andy Walz, president of Downstream, Midstream and Che

Synovus is donating $125,000 to the American Red Cross to support disaster relief efforts for communities impacted by Hurricane Helene.

Sinclair Partners with The Salvation Army to Raise Funds for Emergency AidSinclair to Donate up to $50,000 for Relief Efforts

Humana is also supporting its members across the affected areas by providing simplified access to medical and emergency prescription information, as well as opening a crisis hotline with free counseling available.

From grant funding to volunteerism to special banking services, Regions Bank and the Regions Foundation have a comprehensive community response.

Publix activates register campaign supporting storm relief

Grant underscores Santander Consumer’s continued dedication to the Dallas communityFunding earmarked for local youth education and development

Teachers in nine states win a $1,000 Costco Shop gift card for themselves and a $1,000 check for their schools. Each person is now eligible to compete for the Grand Prize, which includes approx. $11,000 in cash and prizes.

The home remodeler joins forces with nonprofit and commits $100,000 to better serve and advocate for the Latino community

POWER’s summer-long employee fundraising initiative — part of the company’s Power For Good — supports families impacted by childhood cancer

The Aulander Holloman solar project opened in late August 2019

ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, today released its annual Corporate Citizenship Report, highlighting ScanSource’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy and progress for fiscal year 2024. The report includes disclosures developed in alignment with the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) framework for Multiline and Specialty Retailers & Distributors.ScanSource’s ESG Steering Committee, a cross-functional team

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

Synovus has awarded 111 college students its Jack Parker Scholarship, totaling $104,000 for 2024.

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,

AFL, a subsidiary of Fujikura Ltd. and global leader in optical fiber network infrastructure, is delighted to announce the grand opening of the company’s sustainable Poland Manufacturing Facility, located in MDC² Park, Gliwice, Poland. AFL’s European expansion brings the company’s customer-first approach to uninterrupted, high-speed connectivity and end-to-end fiber network solutions closer to regional customers. Poland's central location, skilled workforce, and progressive vision for green manu

Beazer Homes (NYSE: BZH) (www.beazer.com) today announced the release of its Sustainability Report for the fiscal year 2023. The report highlights leadership in building energy-efficient homes and significant progress in advancing social responsibility and governance across the company."Beazer Homes is proud to build homes that set new standards for energy efficiency and quality," said Allan P. Merrill, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Beazer Homes. "We believe our industry-leading approa

As part of the first round of 2024 funding, 47 organizations have been awarded funding

Gateway Mortgage, a division of Gateway First Bank, has long been a leading provider of Veteran’s Affairs (VA) Home Loans to America’s Active-Duty military personnel, honorably discharged Veterans, surviving spouses, Reservists, and National Guard. As a part of the company's commitment to our armed forces, Gateway is launching a new Military Mortgage Advisor certification on National Flag Day.“Because VA Home Loans are unique compared to other types of mortgage products, Gateway wants to ensure

Ingevity releases 2023 sustainability report highlighting its commitment to actions and product innovations that enable a more sustainable world.

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

GreenGasUSA and Darling Ingredients Inc. (NYSE: DAR) are pleased to announce their partnership to produce renewable natural gas (RNG) and capture CO2 from the wastewater streams at Darling’s facilities in the U.S. The collaboration is expected to result in material greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions at Darling’s facilities from the installation of gas upgrading systems, CO2 capture systems, as well as generate other beneficial co-products.At the core of its business, Darling Ingredients c

The inaugural YF Innovators Cohort of grantees includes diverse approaches to foster youth belonging and community

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

PotlatchDeltic Corporation (Nasdaq: PCH) today released its 2023 Corporate Responsibility Report. The Report highlights PotlatchDeltic’s 2023 corporate responsibility accomplishments, linking them with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.“We are proud of the continued momentum we are seeing surrounding our corporate responsibility goals and initiatives,” said Eric Cremers, president and chief executive officer. “Our 2023 Corporate Responsibility Report and the expanded corporate res

Regional Management Corp. (NYSE: RM), a diversified consumer finance company, announced today that it raised $52,000 in support of the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Upstate Heart Walk through its community outreach program, Regional Reach. The company participated in the walk on Sunday, April 21, in downtown Greenville, South Carolina.“Organizations like Regional Management have been instrumental in propelling our mission,” said Adelyn Nottingham, Director of the American Heart Association.

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

New environmental campaign launched at checkout

Community education initiative aims to promote learning and skills development opportunities in the Bay Area

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

Beazer Homes, alongside their partners, proudly announced the donation of $1.9 million to Fisher House Foundation this week. This substantial gift, presented to David Coker, President of Fisher House Foundation, during a special event in Las Vegas, marks a profound commitment to supporting military and veteran families in times of need.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240301860088/en/Beazer Homes employees, trade partner

National home remodeler doubles down on corporate social responsibility, hiring a former Fortune 500 leader to oversee the company’s significant commitment to giving back to its people and communities

Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc. is voluntarily recalling from the market a limited number of Dole-branded and private label salad kits described below, which were processed on the same line as a cheese that has been recalled by the manufacturer, Rizo-Lopez Foods, for the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes. (https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/rizo-lopez-foods-inc-voluntarily-recalls-dairy-products-because-possible-health-risk)This press release features multi

Discount grocery chain’s annual Bags for a Brighter Holiday program generates nearly $630,000 worth of food and financial contributions to local communities in need nationwide

Produce donations to local food bank surpass 2 million pounds