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Vice President Kelly Hermann discusses accessible ecosystems in higher education

The world’s first plastic-neutral retailer builds on “Crafted with a Cause” seasonal product line with ongoing research partner to highlight growing microplastics health crisis

Global Nutrition Leader Brings Science-Backed Performance Fuel to Celebrity Tennis Event

Leading fundraising platform accelerates nonprofit growth with AI-powered CRM and donor engagement tools

Spanish pharmaceutical company Ferrer has reaffirmed its status as a B Corp, an international certification awarded to companies that operate with a business model centered on positive impact and meet high social, environmental, and community standards. Ferrer has achieved a score of 136.4 points, making it the highest-rated pharmaceutical company in the world. Additionally, it now ranks as the third-highest scoring company across all sectors globally among those generating more than €500 millio

Sports company PUMA has received strongly improved scores for its sustainability efforts regarding water security and forests and maintained a top score for its climate policy in the latest ratings by global environmental non-profit CDP.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250220266815/en/Sports company PUMA has received strongly improved scores for its sustainability efforts regarding water security and forests and maintain

ABUNDANT, a documentary film that follows the unbelievable events surrounding extreme altruists who donated kidneys to complete strangers, has set its world premiere in Hollywood at The Directors Guild of America Theater Complex on March 1, 2025. The event is presented by OneLegacy Inspires Hollywood and The National Kidney Donation Organization (NKDO) as a kickoff to National Kidney Month. OneLegacy Inspires Hollywood champions authentic and accurate storytelling that highlight the power of org

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.

Celebration continues with the 45th Anniversary of Black Barbie, Aurora James spotlight, and new product

New basketball partnership supports youth in Toronto's Neighbourhood Improvement Areas with access to positive role models and development of young basketball coaches.

Carey & Co., a top nonprofit services firm, partners with Noble Accounting, a West Coast leader in accounting, advisory, and payroll for nonprofits.

Big Path Capital (“Big Path”), impact investing’s investment bank, announces the 2025 MO 100 Top Impact CEO Ranking. The list recognizes 100 top executives who are building positive social and environmental impact at high-growth companies. The 2025 MO 100 awardees demonstrate the value and opportunity found in a stakeholder-focused business model that benefits shareholders as well as workers, customers, communities, and the environment. See the full 2025 MO 100 ranking here.By highlighting these

Project GOLD represents a significant commitment and immediate actions by program stakeholders for cancer patients in need. Manufacturers and Distributors are key to ending drug shortages.

A First-of-Its-Kind Program Offering Over $1M in Company-Funded Grants to Support Residents Through Life’s Unexpected Challenges

Japan Tobacco Inc. (JT) (TSE: 2914) has been recognized for its leadership in corporate sustainability by the global environmental non-profit organization CDP, for the sixth year in a row. The JT Group is one of the companies to be included on the Climate Change A List, out of more than 24,800 companies participating in the 2024 CDP environmental disclosure program. The JT Group achieved a place on CDP's prestigious "A List" for tackling climate change for the sixth consecutive year.We believe t

The 2024 annual impact report, “One Vision, Many Pathways,” highlights a shared commitment to addressing food insecurity, enhancing outdoor spaces, and supporting the health of the Chesapeake Bay

TRI-BUILT makes major donation to support Veterans and save shelter dogs

SFC Group Launches Mammo Monster: A Cheeky Campaign to Demystify Mammograms

Warrior Met Coal, Inc. (NYSE: HCC) (“Warrior” or the “Company”) today announced the recent publication of its 2024 sustainability report, now available on the Company’s website at www.warriormetcoal.com/sustainability. The report details Warrior’s commitment to sustainability principles.The report’s highlights include:19% improvement in safety incidence rate compared to 2023, Total incidence rate 65% lower than the national average for underground coal mines (as of September 30, 2024);Achieved o

HELP USA, a national leader in homeless services and supportive housing, hosted its third annual Art of Resilience Benefit on February 7, 2025, bringing together artists, philanthropists, and advocates to celebrate the healing power of creative expression. Held at the National Arts Club, the event raised critical support for HELP USA’s art therapy program, which provides a creative outlet for homeless individuals living in HELP USA shelters across New York City.During the evening, HELP USA annou

Romance Scams Have Exploded as Older Americans are Increasingly Lonely & Often Turn to the Internet for Companionship; Scammers Use Popular Celebrities to Prey on Victims’ Trust & Drain Their FinancesCharlie Is Releasing the Names to Help Seniors Protect Their Money and Their Hearts

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

Nonprofit Youth Sports Organization to Use Bus as Vehicle of Change in Communities Across California

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

Company’s environmental activities continue to be recognized as first tier

Platform aims to share stories that “shape a healthy, sustainable future — for us, and the home we share”

Company’s self-funded charitable program invites certified charities in select cities to apply for one of ten $10,000 grants

Ladder Capital Corp (NYSE: LADR) (“we,” “our,” “Ladder,” or the “Company”) today announced operating results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2024. GAAP income before taxes for the three months ended December 31, 2024 was $33.0 million, and diluted earnings per share (“EPS”) was $0.25. Distributable earnings was $33.6 million, or $0.27 of distributable EPS. GAAP income before taxes for the year ended December 31, 2024 was $110.9 million, and diluted earnings per share (“EPS”) was $0.8

CDP, a global nonprofit organization, has recognized Kao with a triple ‘A’ rating for the fifth consecutive year.The CDP triple ‘A’—the highest rating available in the survey—is the result of Kao’s positive efforts to reduce environmental impact throughout the product lifecycle under its ESG strategy, the Kirei Lifestyle Plan.Kao is one of the few triple 'A' companies that were selected out of more than 24,800 organizations which participated in the survey.

Donating Simplified Delivers $3 Million from Major Brands to LA Wildfire Victims, Supporting Over 40,000 Individuals

Nearly $4.7 million and more than 14,000 volunteer hours benefitted local communities

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

Listen to the “Louder Than Cancer” playlist featuring commentary from artists like Melissa Etheridge, Imagine Dragons, H.E.R., and Blake Shelton exclusively on Amazon Music here

Global program to protect and beautify local communities celebrates 10 years of impact

Grocer encourages diverse nonprofits to apply for its 6th annual grant program and continues support of local community service initiatives with long-standing partners

With its proprietary pond-based system, CH4 Global aims to reduce production costs by up to 90% compared to conventional methods, enabling profitable scaling of seaweed-based feed supplement that suppresses methane production in cattle

5-Year Initiative Aimed at Addressing Immediate and Long-Term Needs for Individuals, Small Businesses and Communities Impacted by Recent LA-Area Wildfires

Oceans 2050, under the leadership of President Alexandra Cousteau and Chief Scientist Professor Carlos Duarte, has unveiled landmark findings published in Nature Climate Change that demonstrate the significant climate mitigation potential of seaweed farming. The study, titled “Carbon burial in sediments below seaweed farms matches that of Blue Carbon habitats,” marks the first comprehensive, empirical assessment of carbon burial rates beneath seaweed farms globally.Conducted across 20 seaweed fa

Generation Z, Millennial donors are issue driven and technology focused, report shows

Growing range of private investment opportunities cements the firm’s undisputed leadership role in the impact investing field.

Pacific Life has announced plans to give $9.5 million in charitable contributions throughout 2025, supporting the communities where it operates, both in the United States and internationally. Together with the Pacific Life Foundation, Pacific Life’s global philanthropy program will focus on investing in community impact-driven programs that enable current and future generations to thrive, including college & career readiness, food security, and ocean health initiatives.“We are committed to givin

Morris, Manning & Martin today announced a partnership with Westside Future Fund (WFF) as part of the firm’s MMMPact corporate social responsibility initiative. The collaboration underscores Morris Manning’s commitment to fostering resilient communities and supporting impactful organizations that drive positive change in the neighborhoods they serve.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250128811088/en/Morris, Manning & Marti

Award ceremony takes place in Tokyo in April

Scully Learning Center Foundation proudly announces the release of “Heroes From Above For Angelenos,” a heartfelt adaptation of its original song, Heroes From Above.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250126395760/en/Heroes Halting Homelessness (Graphic: Business Wire)Heroes From Above was created to inspire action and support solutions for the national homelessness crisis, particularly among vulnerable groups such as intel

Svante Technologies Inc. (Svante), a global leader in carbon capture and removal technology, and Speed Skating Canada today announced a climate change awareness and education campaign, “Save the Ice” at the ISU World Cup Speed Skating event in Calgary. The campaign aims to raise awareness about the impact of global warming on winter sports, including speed skating. It enables Canadians to make a personal impact on the climate by watching and sharing a video featuring renowned Canadian Olympic sp

"Our partnership with QuestBridge furthers our long-standing commitment to excellence, inclusion and access and strengthens our ability to empower exceptional students from all backgrounds,” said Bates President Garry W. Jenkins.

Green Grid Inc., a leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and internet of things (IoT)-powered climate solutions, announced a partnership with Bear Valley Electric Service (BVES) to deploy its advanced wildfire prevention platform iSIU®, Instant Situational Insights® for Utilities. This artificial intelligence of things (AIoT)-powered monitoring and alerting system will enhance BVES’s wildfire mitigation capabilities and strengthen grid resilience across its high-fire-risk areas. This partnershi

Healing Illinois announces record 204 sub-grantees across the state set to receive funding this year

Fifteen not-for-profit organizations receive $10,000 each through team member nominations

Transact Campus (Transact) and CBORD, leaders in innovative campus technology and payment solutions, today announced an expanded partnership with USEFULL, advancing sustainable campus takeout dining. This enhanced collaboration establishes USEFULL as the premier provider of sustainable takeout solutions through Transact and CBORD's extensive higher education network.As the premier reusable provider, USEFULL's solution will now be available directly through Transact and CBORD's procurement channe