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First Foundation Bank partners with the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco to award $100,000 grant to TMC Community Capital.

$500,000 grant will help develop state-of-the-art creative instruction and vocational pathways for diverse learners

Cushman & Wakefield, a leading global real estate services firm, announced that it again earned a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2025 Corporate Equality Index.

Funding allows for expansion of labs, teams, and additional species candidates for de-extinction

Minnesota-Based Credit Union’s Annual Jump-Start Campaign Kicks Off January 7

Today, Sephora North America revealed the names of eight BIPOC brands selected for its 2025 Accelerate program, a signature incubator designed to nurture and propel emerging beauty brands. Marking a decade of championing emerging talent, the program remains a vital launchpad for BIPOC-founded and -owned businesses, with this year’s cohort spanning the haircare, makeup, skincare, and fragrance categories.The Sephora Accelerate program features an industry-leading six-month curriculum with mentors

SEKO Logistics released its second annual ESG report, showcasing 2023-2024 accomplishments and continued progress towards ESG goals.

The Children’s Inn at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) today announced that Gilead Sciences Inc. has awarded The Inn a $1 million grant to support its renovation and expansion. The grant will fund a welcome center in the new wing of The Inn of Tomorrow, a $50-plus million project for which The Inn recently held a groundbreaking ceremony. As the first point of contact, The Gilead Sciences Welcome Center is designed to ensure young patients from around the world participating in groundbreak

Arch will provide scholarships, internships and fellowships to the students of the university

Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit joined forces with Roush® and Regulator Marine to reveal the world’s first hydrogen-powered outboard for recreational boats, to car manufacturers, automotive component suppliers and aftermarket equipment manufactures from around the globe during the 2024 Specialty Equipment Marketing Association (SEMA) Show, Nov. 4-8 in Las Vegas, Nev. Complimented by a hydrogen fuel system designed by Roush, to power the outboard, and a custom boat hull from Regulator Marine, th

Citizens Business Bank Partners with Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco to Award AHEAD Grant to Boost Economic Development in underserved communities across Southern California

The campaign includes a new PSA to help raise awarenessPlatforms and brands across Disney – including ESPN, ABC, ABC News and Disney Theatrical Group – to shine a light on the initiative and ways to get involved

Report highlights the company’s progress toward sustainability objectives

LIBERTY donates to hurricane relief efforts

“Our work with hydrogen technology is a key part of Yamaha’s commitment to sustainability and innovation,” said Grant Suzuki, Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit Chief of Technology. “By collaborating with industry leaders and advancing hydrogen propulsion systems, we’re not only exploring new possibilities for carbon-neutral marine products but also ensuring the performance and reliability Yamaha is known for remain uncompromised.”This press release features multimedia. View the full release here:

Empowering Black and Brown Female Founders in Beauty

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

BioTalent Canada is proud to announce the inspiring recipients of its inaugural I.D.E.A.L. (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility Leadership) Scholarship™ for Canadian biosciences: Obiajulu Udemgba, from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, and Carter Yott, from Niagara Falls, Ontario, will be the two recipients of the 2024 iteration. The I.D.E.A.L. Scholarship was created to promote a more diverse bio-economy by supporting equity-deserving groups entering their first year of Canadian post-secondar

Moore Foundation awards more than $4 million to advance the ideas and innovations of five scientist-inventors

Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit President Ben Speciale joined executives from across several industries to discuss methods of achieving carbon neutrality during the 2024 Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum, August 15. The panel, which included representatives from automotive, oil, marine and the automotive supplier industries, unanimously called for multiple pathways to achieving carbon neutrality and agreed that a “one size fits all” electric approach method is not viable. The hope is that the disc

HITN, the premier Spanish-language public media network in the United States, proudly announces its donation of over 200 iPads to organizations in underserved neighborhoods, focusing not only on schools, but also on community centers, and nursing homes in NYC’s five boroughs.This effort is a testament to HITN's dedication to advancing educational programming and technological access within Hispanic and Latino communities. The electronic devices will be distributed to after-school participants, s

The retail pharmacy and healthcare provider facilitated the donation of 12,000 units of the life-saving medication to the non-profit for distribution at music and arts festivals this year

In this first-of-its-kind partnership, renowned waste management and hunger solutions company Goodr will leverage the eSprinter to advance its mission of combating food waste and hunger through pioneering technology.Jasmine Crowe-Houston, founder and CEO of Goodr, was named the first eSprinter brand ambassador, highlighting MBUSA’s dedication to fostering positive social and environmental impact through innovative solutions and partnerships.The eSprinter showcases remarkable versatility, catering to various industries and offering CO2-emission-free transport.

Event celebrates first responders while raising funds for disaster relief

Managing Director of Operations Viviana Abarca named a “Mortgage Star” by Mortgage Women MagazineRegional Vice President Mary Bane and Diamond Licensed Lending Officer Romina Zamanpour recognized as HousingWire “Women of Influence”

Leading Employers Mark 2-Year Progress on Shared Prosperity $4.7B 5-Year Commitment, Potential to Unlock Up to $50 Billion GDP in Region

Sustainability is core to DS Smith’s purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world

Broadstreet Impact Services announced today that it has fully deployed the $25 million PROPEL Fund to finance economic development projects that promote health, wealth and opportunity, particularly for people of color.PROPEL, which stands for Providing Real Opportunities for Progress by Edwards Lifesciences, was capitalized by the company as part of its $100 million commitment to mission-driven investments. Edwards’ Social Impact Investment Fund was created to expand access to capital in underse

PICI’s Early Career Researcher Awards equip the brightest and boldest investigators with funding and connections to propel the field of cancer immunotherapySince 2016, PICI’s Early Career Researchers program has awarded more than $22.5 million through 53 total awards to ascendant researchers, enabling them to accelerate their careers and conduct independent, cutting-edge cancer research that drives real impact

Ninth annual report exhibits HPE’s commitment to sustainable, responsible business

Continued positive momentum for nuclear energy propels investment in Constellation’s existing fleet as policymakers, customers and communities increasingly recognize the value of reliable, clean energy

Jackson National Life Insurance Company® (Jackson®), the main operating subsidiary of Jackson Financial Inc.i (NYSE: JXN), today announced it has awarded $775,000 to nonprofits serving the communities where Jackson has offices: Lansing, Michigan; Nashville, Tennessee; and Chicago, Illinois. These funds will support the ability for nonprofit clients to obtain affordable financial services, establish savings practices, and prioritize reducing debt, as well as provide access to comprehensive Vetera

Trane Technologies (NYSE:TT), a global climate innovator, is expanding its support of Project Scientist, providing the education non-profit with a contribution of $1.2 million over the next three years. This additional investment expands upon the original $1 million in funding from Trane Technologies in 2021 to help Project Scientist extend its reach and support girls ages 4-12 with innovative STEM programs in new communities.Building on the program’s successful results in the first three years,

The Sallie Mae Fund, in Partnership with Thurgood Marshall College Fund, Providing up to $500,000 in Scholarships for Academic Year 2024-2025

Aptar Releases 2023 Corporate Sustainability / ESG Report

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.

Danone joins AB InBev, The Coca-Cola Company, Colgate-Palmolive Company & Unilever to launch Cohort 6 of the 100+ Accelerator, combining efforts to develop and scale innovative solutions to our most pressing business and sustainability challenges

Proactive changes underscore global critical infrastructure solutions provider’s agility in sharpening focus on clients

One of the singular largest loans in the bank’s decades-long history supports Thailand's ambitious Bio-Circular-Green (BCG) strategy

On Friday, April 26, 2024, Yamaha Motor Corporation gave the first demonstration of a hydrogen-powered golf car at the Yamaha Marine Innovation Center in Kennesaw, Georgia, following a meeting of the Georgia Hydrogen Energy Braintrust, an organization that works with Georgia businesses, public and private partners, energy companies, universities, transportation agencies and others to elevate the state’s leadership position in hydrogen energy.This press release features multimedia. View the full

Data finds consumers are putting their money toward brands that support environmental causes

New survey from Abrigo finds more than half (53%) of Americans believe credit card theft is most common, but check fraud may be the bigger liability — especially for small businesses

Technica’s breakthrough strategies deliver consistent value for technology, energy, and transportation startupsLeading climate tech PR firm frequently tapped to promote industry firsts in electric vehicles and hydrogen transportationAgency to host workshop series to help propel cleantech startups into the media landscape

Endowment made possible by gift from Iris and Saul Katz, longtime champions for women’s health care

Apollo Opportunity Foundation renews partnership with GWI to invest in the longevity and retention of underrepresented individuals in the investment industry

The company is once again recognized for being committed to creating an equitable workplace for women.

BUILD’s FamBiz Makes Reimagining a Family Business into an Entrepreneurship Adventure for Youth in Grades 7-12

Largest Durable Carbon Removal Credit Project Registered to Date Signals New Opportunity for Capturing and Storing Biogenic CO2 from Ethanol Plants and Reducing Carbon Removal Project Financial Risks

The E.S.T.E.A.M. Project sets out to empower the next generation of innovators

Hydrogen one of multiple technology solutions to achieve carbon neutrality