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

Company’s support of veteran-focused housing and training initiatives strengthens its commitment to Building a Better World™

After reviewing thousands of deserving entries, Pilot, the nation’s largest travel center operator and third largest tanker fleet operator in the U.S., announced today their 2025 Road Warrior champion, Stacy Batiste of Lafayette, Louisiana. Batiste was selected for his tireless dedication and commitment to professional driving, receiving the largest prize in contest history – a custom Kenworth truck built by the Diesel Brothers and a $50,000 cash prize. Pilot’s Road Warrior contest is a way for

On-site BJ’s Gas station opens October 29

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

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Philanthropic Program Surpasses $17.7M in Grants to Nonprofit Organizations Since Its Inception

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

Celebrating a decade of impact, the annual gala will honor two champions of equity, leadership, and community empowerment

Continues long-term partnership with Feeding America

Convergint’s 24th Annual Convergint Social Responsibility Day and STEP Up for Schools Initiative Benefit Underserved Communities and Needs of People Around the World

2025 investments total $10 million, will develop and revitalize community spaces in Chattanooga, Erwin and Henning

Tree recovery efforts already underway, thanks in part to corporate support

Consumer electronics leader LG Electronics USA and ERI, the nation’s leading (and only truly circular) recycler of electronics and ITAD services provider, are teaming up this Earth Day (April 22) to provide a convenient way to responsibly recycle unwanted consumer electronics. It’s happening at a series of special free e-waste collection events at LG corporate locations around the country. All unwanted electronics will be collected by ERI for responsible recycling or refurbishment.All participan

Eastman has been recognized as a 4 Star Employer in the 2025 VETS Indexes Employer Awards.

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

More than $260,000 donated to charitable organizations in honor of physiciansMore than 100,000 peanut butter jars donated to community food banks

Over 1,000 Beazer Homes Employees Volunteer Across 17 Cities, Supporting 50 Local Nonprofits and Culminating in a Charity Race Raising $3M for Fisher House Foundation

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

Company Pledges to Donate Building Materials Valued at Half a Million Dollars to Habitat for Humanity in 2025 as Part of its Continued Commitment to Help Build Affordable Housing for Families Across the U.S.

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

Designer Brands Inc. achieves milestone goal for global nonprofit

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

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

Year in giving reflects continued commitment to housing initiatives, environmental stewardship, and workforce development

American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., today announced the results of its companywide AmerICANs in Action! Month of Service. More than 900 American Water employees across our national footprint participated in 84 community volunteer projects, contributing over 3,000 hours of service.AmerICANs in Action is an initiative that aims to inspire American Water employees, their family members, retirees, business partners, and suppliers to lea

Jackson has now exceeded $1.5 million in grant awards to nonprofits in 2024

Recognition highlights LP’s industry leadership in environmental, social and governance excellence for second consecutive year

Hotels and recipients were honored at the 2024 Historic Hotels Annual Awards of Excellence Ceremony and Gala on November 21, 2024, at The Omni Homestead Resort in Hot Springs, Virginia (United States of America).

Tanger achieves 20th LEED-certified shopping center, and Tanger centers across the U.S. are recognized as StormReady® and WELL Health-Safety Rated

13-year-old cystic fibrosis patient granted art barn as part of Make-A-Wish of Middle Tennessee’s 25th anniversary celebration

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

Hempitecture Awarded $8.42 Million from the Department of Energy to Expand Hemp Fiber Manufacturing to Tennessee.

Nearly 13,000 Service Members and their Families Have Traveled Home Through Program Since 2011

Donation reflects LP’s longtime support of veterans and active-duty service members, including its ongoing partnership with the Gary Sinise Foundation

The Bridging the Dream Scholarship for High School Seniors Provides $10,000 to Students from Under-resourced and Underrepresented Communities

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

Partners with donors to raise $100,000 for Hurricane Helene and Milton survivors

Schools across Casey’s Country can apply for 2025 grants through November 15, 2024

Publix activates register campaign supporting storm relief

Today, Legacy Community Health announces the 14th Annual Frank Billingsley Golf Classic, presented by Equitable and Hawkins Laakso Wealth Management, will be held on Monday, October 21, 2024, at the Golf Club of Houston. The event benefits the Legacy Community Health School-Based Health Care (SBHC) program, which provides essential pediatric and behavioral health care through on-site clinics to students at KIPP Academy, YES Prep, and Galena Park ISD.Legacy's SBHC program, which served 15,860 uni

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

Fortitude Reinsurance Company Ltd., (“Fortitude Re”) today announced a $200,000 donation to Cumberland River Compact in Nashville to support water-focused environmental education for youth ranging from kindergarten to high school.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241007352682/en/Fortitude Re presented a check for $200,000 to Cumberland River Compact. (l-r) Amanda Stewart, Employee Experience, Fortitude Re; Catherine Price

Dolly Parton, along with officials from Dollywood Parks & Resorts, The Dollywood Foundation, Dolly Parton’s Stampede, Pirates Voyage and Walmart, announced significant donations to flood relief during a special event Friday afternoon at Walmart #678 in Newport, Tennessee. The location has helped the local community by offering meals, as well as showers and laundry facilities to those affected by the unprecedented flooding from Hurricane Helene.As communities across the Appalachian region continu

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

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