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UiPath submitted winning bid in Seattle Children’s auction, securing a luxury suite experience for the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Seattle’s Lumen Field.

As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, NaphCare, a leading correctional healthcare company, and the NaphCare Charitable Foundation (NCF) highlight the third year of their annual art initiative and advocacy campaign, “Reframing Mental Health.” Original artwork created by patients at 12 NaphCare partner facilities across eight states will be exhibited in May to mark Mental Health Awareness Month.Nearly two in five people in correctional facilities experience symptoms of mental illness, roughly

“RED Day is a reflection of who we are at our core,” said Chris Czarnecki, CEO and president, KW.

 

In 2025, the Foundation directed nearly $6.4 million in philanthropic investments through grants, employee giving and matching contributions.

BXP (NYSE: BXP), the largest publicly traded developer, owner, and manager of premier workplaces in the United States, today announced the release of BXP’s 2025 Sustainability & Impact Report.2025 highlights include:Improving energy efficiency by achieving an energy intensity reduction of 38% below a 2008 base yearAchieving carbon-neutral operations for greenhouse gas emissions scopes 1 and 2Initiating 2.1 million square feet of retro-commissioning, bringing our three-year retro-commissioning pr

Local Internet Provider Commits $65K to Neighboring Communities

Lightcurve, the internet provider delivering the fastest speeds at unbeatable prices across the State of Washington, today announced that applications are now open for its Digital Equity Partnership program. Developed in partnership with the City of Tacoma, the initiative provides free internet service to qualifying organizations serving low-income and underserved populations throughout Tacoma and nearby areas.Through the program, Lightcurve is seeking public, private, and nonprofit organization

Alterra Releases its 2025 Impact Report

Thousands of Aramark employees worldwide will roll up their sleeves on April 16 for Aramark Building Community Day (ABC Day), the company's annual Global Day of Service. Volunteers across the United States and in 12 countries will support more than 100 community organizations with neighborhood beautification, hands-on revitalization projects, and meal and hygiene kit assembly.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260413377232

Northern Trust’s 2025 Philanthropic Impact Report details the firm's philanthropic investment and global volunteerism across 4 critical focus areas.

WaFd Bank Named Official Banking Partner of Network of Giving Foundation Across the United States

Kilroy Realty Corporation (NYSE: KRC) (“Kilroy” or the “Company”) today announced it recently received two prestigious sustainability honors: the 2026 Leader in the Light® Award for Responsibility from Nareit, the National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts, and the 2026 Best in Building Health Impact Award for Greatest Number of Recertified Projects of All-Time from Fitwel. Together, these recognitions reflect the Company’s longstanding commitment to responsible business practices and

The AI revolution in biology is built on a foundation of openness —researchers sharing data, code, and ideas freely so that others can build on them.

Employees, distributors and customers helped raise over $1 million to provide educational scholarships to first responder and military families.

Fleets continue to seek proven solutions to meet sustainability targets and they’re finding that the RNG metrics deliver on multiple fronts – it’s clean, affordable, has diesel-like capability, and is domestically produced.

Kilroy Realty Corporation (NYSE: KRC) (“Kilroy” or the “Company”) today announced leadership changes on the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) and within its committees, including the appointment of Gary Stevenson as Chair of the Board, Edward Brennan, PhD, as Chair of the Audit Committee, and Jolie Hunt as Chair of the Executive Compensation Committee. In addition, the Company announced the appointment of two new Directors, Cia Buckley Marakovits and David Kieske, to the Company’s Board

Book recognized with top honor in new literary prize for challenging conventional narratives in medicine and healthcare through the lens of crowdfunding.

"The MITER Foundation was founded on a belief that we all share a responsibility to support our community," said Anthony Kassab, Executive Committee Chair, MITER Foundation.

UChicago Medicine Ralph Lauren Center to provide greater access to high-quality cancer care and preventative services for Chicago’s South Side and Southland communities

Applications now open for ComEd’s three Power for Good Grant Programs, awarding grants to support community organizations across northern Illinois

Molina Healthcare of Washington announces $75,000 grant to the Seattle Indian Health Board to support completion of Thunderbird Treatment Center.

People impacted by the flooding can stop by any of the 37 participating U-Haul self-storage centers in Oregon and southern Washington, or call the nearest regional office to arrange 30 days of free storage services.

JK Community Farm, a 150-acre nonprofit farm, reached a new milestone, donating more than 260K pounds of healthy food to alleviate hunger in DC area.

“As a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative, our mission is rooted in people helping people,” said Gary Schuette II, President/CEO of Oregon State Credit Union.

The U.S. Plastics Pact (USPP) today released its first-ever policy position paper on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), offering a clear, consensus-built framework to guide policymakers as states consider EPR legislation for plastic packaging. Developed through extensive engagement across the entire packaging value chain, the paper outlines six key policy levers that support effective, equitable, and implementable EPR programs.The paper reflects months of work by brands, retailers, manufact

As GivingTuesday gets underway, Symetra is celebrating the fifth anniversary of its 'Symetra Empowers Communities’ program with $1 million in grants.

M.O.U. cements Bangladesh as AIDS Healthcare Foundation’s newest countryGlobal nonprofit cares for over 2.7 million people worldwide; adds Tennessee and Michigan to U.S. roster

Symetra has expanded its National Park Trust relationship by bringing NPT’s Buddy Bison™ School Program to Bryant Elementary School in Mableton, Ga.

– Commitment Extends Support to Rising Need in California, North Carolina, New Jersey, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. –

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

CIM-BGV Impact Ventures’ First Affordable Housing Impact Fund Announces Milestone First Closing of $250M+ in Total Investment Capacity

Building on the Merck Foundation’s longstanding commitment to advancing access to high-quality health care, new national initiative supports grants to 11 organizations across the country

Grants awarded to 88 charities nominated by team members

Leonardo DRS, Inc. (NASDAQ: DRS) announced today it will mark its seventh year of supporting the “Stick It to Cancer” fundraiser at the 2025 AUSA Annual Meeting & Exposition in Washington, D.C., recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness Month and supporting military members and families affected by breast cancer.As part of this ongoing initiative, Leonardo DRS will again collaborate with The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc. (HJF) to raise awareness, fund resea

The nation’s third-largest convenience store and fifth-largest pizza chain invites guests to round up to support the country’s largest youth development organization

“Our sponsorship of the women’s soccer team is a tangible expression of our belief in the power of sport to equip athletes with the confidence, resilience, teamwork and leadership skills that will help them succeed throughout their lives.”

MetLife Foundation Commits $9 Million to FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund

The William Clarke Orchard Replanting Will Restore the Apple Orchard that Stood During the Battle of PrincetonThe Replanting Project is the latest effort from PBS, ABT, and the State to restore the historic ground to how it appeared on January 3, 1777 as we approach the 250th Anniversary of the Battle

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

"These grants encourage people to choose tap water, one of the most affordable and reliable resources available..."

Symetra, a national provider of life, retirement and employee benefits insurance products, is named to the 2025 PEOPLE® Companies That Care list.

Cheniere Highlights Success Through Teamwork in 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report

Excelerate Energy, Inc. (the “Company” or “Excelerate”) (NYSE: EE) today announced the publication of its 2024 Sustainability Report, highlighting the Company’s progress across key environmental, social, and governance (ESG) priorities during the 2024 calendar year.The 2024 Sustainability Report outlines Excelerate’s efforts to reduce emissions, enhance operational safety, and expand access to reliable energy in markets around the world. It also details the Company’s approach to stakeholder enga

Leader in Sustainable Canned Seafood Inspires a Return to Nature Focused on the Power of the Outdoors & its Positive Impact on Human Health

The Paubox Kahikina Scholarship has awarded scholarships to 62 recipients, totaling over $100,000 to date.

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

Northern Illinois Communities Encouraged to Apply for Grants of up to $2,500 to Support Holiday Light Displays

Urban Edge Properties Releases 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report