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PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced its inclusion in the inaugural Newsweek America’s Most Charitable Companies 2026 list, presented in partnership with Statista. Being recognized in this list signifies industry leadership in corporate philanthropy, supporting communities, championing causes, and giving back in ways that create real and lasting impact."This recognition puts a spotlight on the commitments we make every day to protect and beautify the communities where we live and work,” said Malesia D

Support Aims to Empower Students on Their Career Path in Advertising & Public Relations

$100,000 donation, in-store programs, and community events bring coats and comforts to children in need nationwide

“By integrating our fintech and real-time adjudication with Giant Eagle’s checkout, we meet members at the moment of decision, making it straightforward to use their benefits for healthier, culturally familiar groceries without changing how they shop."

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

New directors distinguished in ministry, philanthropy, and leadership will guide growing impact

Grant funding awarded to support lupus-focused community programs across the United States

Leading water, wastewater and gas provider honored for commitment to sustainable, ethical operations

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.

Comcast Commits $2.5 Million to Expand Digital Opportunity in Rural Communities Across the Country

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

Worthington Steel, Inc. (NYSE: WS) announced today that it has earned the 2026 Military Friendly® Employer Gold designation.

Joint donation to Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County includes $25,000 grant, 25 OLED devices

 

“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,"

Nordson Corporation (Nasdaq: NDSN) today published its 2025 Corporate Responsibility Update, a continuation of the strategies and commitments outlined in its previous reports. The report includes select highlights and updates about the Company’s progress toward its corporate responsibility initiatives, reflecting its commitments to sustainability, innovation, employee wellbeing and community engagement.“Corporate responsibility is a cornerstone of Nordson’s history, and it remains integral to ou

Six early-career scientists and clinicians will receive $150,000 each to conduct research on metabolic therapies for mental health

Company reduces emissions, modernizes infrastructure, and invests in communities while delivering safe, reliable service

Stay in the Game! partners with a second NFL team to tackle chronic absenteeism in the Greater Pittsburgh region for the 2025-26 school year.

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (ADS) (NYSE: WMS), a leading provider of innovative water management solutions, issued its Fiscal 2025 Sustainability Report today, demonstrating the company’s continued commitment to environmental stewardship.“At Advanced Drainage Systems, our reason is water, and we're committed to delivering sustainable solutions that protect and manage water resources,” said Scott Barbour, President and Chief Executive Officer. “I’m proud to share how our team has continued to

PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced its inclusion in TIME Magazine’s World’s Best Companies list. The list ranks the top 1,000 global employers that are forging a path into the future.“At PPG, our 43,000 employees work every day to ‘protect and beautify the world’ by providing our customers with innovative paints, coatings and specialty products,” said Bryan Iams, PPG vice president and chief communications officer. “We are honored to be recognized by TIME Magazine for our workforce experience and st

Multi-state initiative brings 16 backyard playsets to children fighting pediatric cancer during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and beyond

The nation's leading exterior home remodeler is recognized as the industry’s top workplace for the third consecutive year

The CarsonStrong Foundation will host their 9th Annual Carson Higgins Memorial Golf Outing on Monday, September 22, 2025, at The Country Club of Hudson. Golfers can choose from two shotgun starts at 8:15 AM and 1:45 PM.Proceeds will support The CarsonStrong Foundation’s initiatives, including Gift of Time Together™ experiences, innovative therapies, community partnerships, and scholarships. These initiatives ensure that families affected by cancer and life-threatening illnesses receive the care,

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

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

Volunteers transform Propel Hazelwood, site of first Colorful Communities project

Prime Healthcare hospitals lead the nation in patient care, community service, health equity, and exceptional outcomes

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

Battelle announced a renewed $1.1 million investment in the YMCA of Central Ohio today to continue critical STEM initiatives through 2026. This extended partnership will provide access to learning opportunities for more than 44,000 children and families across Central Ohio.Building on Proven SuccessThe latest partnership builds on the success of an initial two-year program that served more than 35,000 youth between 2022 and 2024, significantly surpassing its original goal."We are deeply grateful

2025 Values Matter Honorees Recognized for Their Extraordinary Service

Benson has announced a new partnership supporting Entryway's mission to provide housing, training, and employment to at-risk individuals.

Families face more delay despite dire need, strong data and years and years of effort

“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."

PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced continued progress against its near-term 2030 sustainability targets, including reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions throughout its own operations and value chain, and continued improvement in sustainably advantaged product sales driven by customer demand.“Sustainability is core to our purpose and a key enabler of our enterprise growth strategy,” said Peter Votruba-Drzal, PPG vice president, global sustainability. “It is embedded in how we do business by support

Owlet’s donation will support NICUs across the Boston area, offering parents vital resources to monitor their babies and establish peace of mind at home

Inaugural class of Boston College’s new residential college will begin internships in September.

Churchill Stateside Group, LLC (“CSG”), a real estate and renewable energy financial services company, is proud to announce the closing of a $7,865,000 forward-committed permanent loan for The Reserve at Hunter Trace, a new 95-unit affordable senior living housing development located in Lancaster, Ohio.The financing, provided by Churchill Mortgage Investment LLC (“CMI”), supports the development of a three-story building offering a mix of one- and two-bedroom apartment homes. All units will be i

Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) today published its 2024 Sustainability Report, Building Better Together, outlining the company’s progress toward its 2030 sustainability goals.“The theme ‘Building Better Together’ reflects the work of our team in delivering a significant year for Owens Corning in 2024,” said Chair and Chief Executive Officer Brian Chambers. “We successfully executed major strategic initiatives to reshape and focus the company on building products in North America and Europe while drivi

Barbie Debuts LeBron James Doll, Marking the Brand’s First Kenbassador

Annual Event to Fuel Research Advancements and Strengthen the Columbus Community with Vital Support

“This ESTCP-supported demonstration will prove that our PFAS Annihilator® can destroy these harmful chemicals completely, giving industries and government agencies a real, scalable solution.”

Inaugural grants will drive growth, broaden financial access for small businesses

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

“RFID is key to enabling a circular rubber economy. RFID enables seamless tracking from production to end-of-life recycling by connecting material and production data into each rubber product." Enrico Koggel, Co-founder of Circular Rubber Platform.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (NYSE: CLF) announced today that it held its fifth annual Souper Bowl Food Drive across 50 of its operations and offices to address food insecurity in the local communities where the Company operates. Cleveland-Cliffs’ employees collected an astounding 415,000 pounds of non-perishable food items during the one-week food drive held in February 2025. In conjunction with the food donations, Cleveland-Cliffs, The Cleveland-Cliffs Foundation and Stelco Holdings have also made ca

PPG and PPG Foundation invested $18.4 million in communities worldwide in 2024

PPG global leaders transform a Boys & Girls Club in Florida, part of the 10-year celebration of the company's COLORFUL COMMUNITIES® program

Illinois American Water is thrilled to announce the launch of the American Water Charitable Foundation 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.“Thanks to this grant, we were able to enhance the Red Oak Rain Garden by replacing plants lost to drought and fund signage that amplifies our clean water message,” said El