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Empowering Change: Cisco's Commitment to Social Impact and Inclusion

Empowering Change: Cisco's Commitment to Social Impact and Inclusion
11/04/2024 | Companies
Nearly four decades ago, Cisco embarked on a mission to connect the world through technology, aiming to deliver innovation and unique value to customers, employees, partners, and communities. Our goal has been to create a business that is not only rewarding to work with but also dedicated to making...
Cisco, Collaboration, Community, Corporate Responsibility, Digital Inclusion, Diversity, Economic Empowerment, Employee Engagement, Equity, Global Partnerships, Human Needs, Inclusion, Innovation, Organizational Excellence, Positive Change, Purpose, Skills Development, Social Impact, Social Justice, Sustainable Development, Technology, Volunteerism

Duke Energy Boosts Hurricane Preparedness with $180K in Community Grants

Duke Energy Boosts Hurricane Preparedness with $180K in Community Grants
08/08/2024 | Companies
As summer brings an increase in tropical activity, Duke Energy is ramping up efforts to help customers and communities prepare for hurricanes and other emergencies. To support these initiatives, the Duke Energy Foundation, celebrating its 40th anniversary, has awarded $180,000 in microgrants to 13...
Atlantic Hurricane Season, Climate Resilience, Community Resilience, Community Safety, Disaster Preparedness Grants, Disaster Recovery, Duke Energy, Emergency Management, Florida, Hurricane Preparedness, Nonprofit Support, Philanthropy, Senior Citizens, Storm Kits, Volunteerism

MetLife Foundation: $1B+ in Global Giving, Tackling Income Inequality & Supporting Communities

MetLife Foundation: $1B+ in Global Giving, Tackling Income Inequality & Supporting Communities
07/31/2024 | Companies
MetLife, a prominent global financial services firm, plays a crucial role in supporting its communities. Its regions, business units, and employees all contribute to community involvement and outreach. The MetLife Foundation connects MetLife staff with nonprofit organizations and opportunities for...
ACE Innovation Fund, Community Engagement, Community Impact Grant Program, Corporate Giving, Corporate Social Responsibility, Environmental Grants, Global Giving, Governance, Grantmaking, Income Inequality, Low-Income Support, MetLife, MetLife Foundation, Nonprofit Support, Philanthropy, Social Impact, Upstate New York, Volunteerism, Wealth Gap

Entergy Tops UWSELA's 2023-2024 Most Generous Workplaces List for 10th Consecutive Year

Entergy Tops UWSELA's 2023-2024 Most Generous Workplaces List for 10th Consecutive Year
07/02/2024 | Companies
United Way of Southeast Louisiana (UWSELA) recently honored Entergy as the top company in their Top 10 Most Generous Workplaces for 2023-2024, marking the tenth consecutive year Entergy has appeared on this list.   UWSELA President and CEO Michael Williamson stated, "Our partnership with...
Chalmette Refining, Community Development, Community Support, Corporate Gifts, Corporate Social Responsibility, Economic Impact, Employee Contributions, Entergy, Environmental Care, Financial Stability, Freeport-McMoRan, Fundraisers, Health and Education, International Paper, Jefferson Parish, Michael Williamson, Orleans Parish, Pan-American Life Insurance Group, Patty Riddlebarger, PBF Energy, Plaquemines Parish, Poverty Eradication, Rain Carbon, Shell, Southeast Louisiana, St. Bernard Parish, St. Tammany Parish, Tangipahoa Parish, Top 10 Most Generous Workplaces, United Way of Southeast Louisiana, UWSELA, Valero Meraux Refinery, Volunteerism, Washington Parish, Workforce Development, Zachry Group

Georgia-Pacific's Commitment to Ending Domestic Violence: Impactful Community Support

Georgia-Pacific's Commitment to Ending Domestic Violence: Impactful Community Support
06/20/2024 | Companies
At Georgia-Pacific, our commitment revolves around prioritizing people and the communities we serve. Through our Social Stewardship framework, we aim to foster stronger communities and positively impact lives. Central to this effort are partnerships with community and nonprofit organizations that...
Child Welfare, Community Engagement, Community Support, Corporate Philanthropy, Domestic Violence Awareness, Georgia-Pacific, Impactful Partnerships, Social Stewardship, Volunteerism, Women's Resource Center

Memphis Greenway Beautification: FedEx Cares & Partners Enhance Urban Habitat

Memphis Greenway Beautification: FedEx Cares & Partners Enhance Urban Habitat
05/21/2024 | Companies
FedEx Cares joined forces with the Wolf River Conservancy, Clean Memphis, and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) for a significant project to enhance and preserve the Wolf River Greenway in Memphis on April 23, 2024. This event marked 15 years of partnership between FedEx Cares and...
Clean Memphis, Community involvement, Corporate social responsibility, Environmental conservation, FedEx Cares, Memphis community, National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, NFWF, Urban habitat restoration, Volunteerism, Wolf River Conservancy

AMD Earth Day: Global Teams Unite for Environmental Action

AMD Earth Day: Global Teams Unite for Environmental Action
05/18/2024 | Companies
When Earth Day called for action to support our planet, AMD employees worldwide answered the call. Guided by AMD Community Affairs Volunteer Liaisons and Go Green Employee Resource Groups (ERG), teams across 27 global sites organized events throughout April and May to promote environmental...
Community engagement, Corporate social responsibility, Earth Day, Environmental awareness, Environmental conservation, Global initiatives, Recycling, Sustainability, Sustainable living, Volunteerism

Baker Hughes Honored for Corporate Volunteering at Houston Food Bank: President's Award Recipient

Baker Hughes Honored for Corporate Volunteering at Houston Food Bank: President's Award Recipient
05/16/2024 | Companies
Baker Hughes has been honored by U.S. President Joe Biden and the President's Council on Service and Civic Participation for its exceptional corporate volunteering efforts in support of the Houston Food Bank throughout 2023. Recognized with the prestigious 2023 Gold President's Volunteer Service...
Baker Hughes, Charitable giving, Community partnerships, Community support, Corporate volunteering, Food distribution, Houston Food Bank, Long-term stability initiatives, President's Volunteer Service Award, Volunteerism

Entergy Mississippi's Centennial: Community Impact and Energy Efficiency Initiatives

Entergy Mississippi's Centennial: Community Impact and Energy Efficiency Initiatives
05/03/2024 | Companies
At the beginning of 2023, Entergy Mississippi established an ambitious objective for itself. Commemorating its century of service to the state, the theme of 'the power of 100' became the driving force behind its community engagement and volunteer initiatives. Launching its centennial celebrations,...
Centennial Celebration, Community Action Agencies, Community Engagement, Corporate Social Responsibility, Disaster Relief, Energy Efficiency, Entergy Mississippi, Non-profit Partnership, Nutritional Assistance, Volunteerism

Duke Energy Foundation Grants Boost NC Environmental Resilience

Duke Energy Foundation Grants Boost NC Environmental Resilience
05/03/2024 | Companies
This Earth Day, the Duke Energy Foundation awarded $500,000 in grants to local nonprofits in North Carolina focused on environmental justice and climate resiliency.   “North Carolina is at the forefront of the energy transition, with local communities experiencing unprecedented growth and...
Climate Resilience, Community Engagement, Corporate Philanthropy, Duke Energy Foundation, Ecosystem Conservation, Environmental Justice, Flood Risk Management, North Carolina Nonprofits, Urban Environmental Challenges, Volunteerism

Exelon’s Powering Communities Award: Jason Skolnick’s Impact through Volunteerism

Exelon’s Powering Communities Award: Jason Skolnick’s Impact through Volunteerism
05/03/2024 | Companies
When Senior Training Specialist Jason Skolnick married his wife Mellisa, he vowed to build her anything she could imagine. Little did he know that his promise would have an incredible impact on his family and his local school district — winning him Exelon’s highest achievement for...
Atlantic County, Community Involvement, Corporate Social Responsibility, Education Support, Exelon Powering Communities Award, Family Engagement, Local Impact, New Jersey, Parent Teacher Organization, Philanthropy, Volunteerism

Bath & Body Works Supports YWCA Columbus and LSS Choices on National Laundry Day

Bath & Body Works Supports YWCA Columbus and LSS Choices on National Laundry Day
04/17/2024 | Companies
On April 15th, National Laundry Day, Bath & Body Works joins the celebration by backing two esteemed nonprofit partners, YWCA Columbus and LSS Choices. In a gesture of support for their clients in central Ohio, the brand pledges a six-month provision of their laundry detergent and fragrance...
Basic needs support, Bath & Body Works, Central Ohio, Community empowerment, Community engagement, Corporate giving, Dignity in assistance, Domestic violence support, LSS Choices, National Laundry Day, Nonprofit partnerships, Philanthropy, Social responsibility, Volunteerism, YWCA Columbus

Northwestern Mutual's Community Service Awards Recognize Outstanding Philanthropy: Impacting Communities with $295,000 in Grants

Northwestern Mutual's Community Service Awards Recognize Outstanding Philanthropy: Impacting Communities with $295,000 in Grants
03/12/2024 | Companies
Northwestern Mutual honors the exceptional volunteer efforts of its financial professionals annually through the Community Service Awards (CSA) program. This year, 16 advisors and representatives were acknowledged for their significant contributions to their communities, resulting in $295,000 in...
Animal Welfare, Community Service Awards, Financial Professionals, Milwaukee Area Community, Nonprofit Grants, Northwestern Mutual, Philanthropy, Solstice Sanctuary, Trauma Recovery, Volunteerism

Empowering Communities: Entergy's Impactful Initiatives in Louisiana Address Food Insecurity and Promote Energy Efficiency

Empowering Communities: Entergy's Impactful Initiatives in Louisiana Address Food Insecurity and Promote Energy Efficiency
02/21/2024 | Companies
Recently, employees at Entergy united to pay tribute to the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Through a series of events spanning our service regions, we demonstrated our dedication to supporting communities in need. Collaborating with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and...
ALICE Project, Civic Engagement, Community Service, Corporate Social Responsibility, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Energy Efficiency, Entergy, Food Insecurity, Louisiana, Volunteerism

Maximus Foundation: Empowering Employees for Community Impact

Maximus Foundation: Empowering Employees for Community Impact
02/07/2024 | Companies
Andre Price, serving as a Foundation Ambassador and a devoted Green Bay Packers fan, carries a guiding principle in his daily life. He firmly believes in the concept that while an individual may not be able to assist everyone, each person can make a difference in someone else's life, fostering a...
Community impact, Community service, Corporate social responsibility, Employee engagement, Employee philanthropy, Grantmaking program, Maximus Foundation, Nonprofit organization, Paying it forward, Volunteerism

Honoring MLK: Northern Trust Team Joins Obama Foundation in Chicago Community Service for Greater Impact

Honoring MLK: Northern Trust Team Joins Obama Foundation in Chicago Community Service for Greater Impact
01/23/2024 | Companies
This week, the Northern Trust team honored the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by actively participating in community service. In Chicago, the Black Business Resource Council members collaborated with the Obama Foundation and CEO Valerie Jarrett to assist the Greater Chicago Food Depository....
Black Business Resource Council, Chicago, Community service, Greater Chicago Food Depository, Martin Luther King Jr. legacy, Northern Trust, Obama Foundation, Social impact, Valerie Jarrett, Volunteerism

Festive Extravaganza: Sands China and Marina Bay Sands Spread Cheer with Musical Performances, Gift Giving, and Community Engagement

Festive Extravaganza: Sands China and Marina Bay Sands Spread Cheer with Musical Performances, Gift Giving, and Community Engagement
01/16/2024 | Companies
Volunteerism and winter festivities were at the forefront in November and December, with Sands Team Members actively engaging in various programs such as local charitable activities, holiday events, and roadshows across different regions.   In Sands' global locations, several holiday...
Blood Drive, Christmas C heer, Community Engagement, Corporate Social Responsibility, CPR Workshops, Cultural Events, Festive Season, Gift Giving Program, Holiday Performances, Intellectual Disabilities Awareness, Macao Cultural Centre, Marina Bay Sands, Music Performance, NGO support, Sands Cares Ambassadors, Sign Language Skills, Singapore Community Service, Social Responsibility, Volunteerism, ​Sands China

United Way of Anchorage: Uniting Communities for Opportunity and Overcoming Challenges

United Way of Anchorage: Uniting Communities for Opportunity and Overcoming Challenges
01/15/2024 | Companies
KeyBank has granted a total of $90,000 to 10 Alaska-based organizations, such as the Chugach Heritage Foundation, Native Village of Afognak, and United Way of Anchorage, in the second and third quarters of 2023. These funds aim to support the organizations in their ongoing efforts to provide...
Anchorage Nonprofit, Collaborative Action, Community Challenges, Community Engagement, Local Solutions, Philanthropy, Removing Barriers to Opportunity, Social Impact, United Way of Anchorage, Volunteerism

Dawayne Gates: Inspiring Community Service through Team Depot Spirit at The Home Depot

Dawayne Gates: Inspiring Community Service through Team Depot Spirit at The Home Depot
12/25/2023 | Companies
Dawayne Gates, the store manager in Houma, Louisiana, is known for his unique ways of fostering the Team Depot spirit among his colleagues. His initiatives range from painting a local veteran’s house in his preferred purple hue to supporting the foster care system. Dawayne is recognized for his...
Behind the Apron, Community Service, Core Values, Dawayne Gates, Leadership, Personal Growth, Team Depot, The Home Depot, Volunteerism

Maximus Foundation: Empowering Employees through Charitable Contributions and Community Service

Maximus Foundation: Empowering Employees through Charitable Contributions and Community Service
12/19/2023 | Companies
The Tuesday following Thanksgiving is recognized as GivingTuesday, a yearly event promoting worldwide benevolence. This concept was born in 2012 and has since evolved into a continuous global initiative that motivates countless individuals to donate, cooperate, and honor the spirit of giving....
Charitable Contributions, Community Impact, Community Service, Corporate Social Responsibility, Employee Engagement, Employee-led Initiatives, GivingTuesday, Grantmaking, Humanitarian Efforts, Maximus Foundation, Nonprofit Support, Volunteerism

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