CSR News
Herbalife Receives Corporate Social Responsibility Award for its Support of Taiwanese Little League Baseball Teams
12 June 2013LOS ANGELES
Herbalife wins CSR award in Taiwan in recognition for Herbalife’s commitment to helping the development of youth baseball in Taiwan.
Interbrand Releases the 3rd Annual Best Global Green Brands Report
12 June 2013NEW YORK
Interbrand's 3rd Annual Best Global Green Brands Report; Toyota, Ford, and Honda are the top three brands; Nissan is the top riser.
Jennifer Moffatt, RN, of Chandler Regional Medical Center Receives DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses
12 June 2013CHANDLER, Ariz.
Jennifer Moffatt, RN, of Chandler Regional Medical Center today received the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses, presented by The DAISY Foundation and UnitedHealthcare.
Citizen Schools and SanDisk Partner to Help Students Prepare for Success in School and Beyond
11 June 2013REDWOOD CITY, Calif. & MILPITAS, Calif.
Citizen Schools and SanDisk today announced a partnership to help set San Francisco Bay Area middle school students on a path to success by providing unique learning opportunities in STEM.
International Art Conservation Project to Help Preserve the Watts Towers
10 June 2013LOS ANGELES
Bank of America announced that it has provided funding to assist with the restoration of Simon Rodia’s Watts Towers in Los Angeles through its 2013 Art Conservation Project, a global effort that will conserve 24 projects in 16 countries around the world, including eight in the United States. The funding has been used to help Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) provide staff time and expertise to identify repairs to the Watts Towers, provide day-to-day maintenan
Groupon Grassroots Launches International Environmental Campaign with WWF
10 June 2013CHICAGO
Today Groupon Grassroots (grassroots.groupon.com), Groupon’s (NASDAQ: GRPN) leading social innovation program, is partnering with WWF to globally address a common cause - the environment - by launching more than 20 campaigns around the world. The expansion of Groupon Grassroots will enable people everywhere to discover local causes, rally together and lend a helping hand; you can find all of the participating countries and contribute here: www.groupon.com/wwf. Campaigns
DriveCam Appoints Paul J. Pucino as Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
10 June 2013SAN DIEGO
Today DriveCam announced the appointment of Paul J. Pucino as executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective immediately.
Selfridges Project Ocean Speaks Out for Sharks and Announces New Concept in Marine Conservation
06 June 2013LONDON
Selfridges Project Ocean Speaks Out for Sharks in the run up to World Oceans Day. Alannah Weston, ZSL and Shark Trust unveils plans for a new concept in marine conservation; ‘Shark Parks.’
JPMorgan Chase Receives “2013 Work Life Legacy Military Award” for Its Efforts to Help Military Veterans Successfully Transition to Civilian Life
06 June 2013NEW YORK
JPMorgan Chase & Co. has received the “2013 Work Life Legacy Military Award” by the Families and Work Institute for the second consecutive year for its support of transitioning service members, veterans and their families. "The Work Life Legacy Award was created to address a critical economic and societal need. Approximately 1,000 service men and women transition out of the military on a daily basis – and only 100 are getting jobs each day. The purpose of this rigo
CORRECTING and REPLACING GRAPHIC LG Optimus F3 from Sprint Boasts Advanced Accessibility and Unmatched Affordability
06 June 2013ARLINGTON, Va.
First U.S. smartphone to allow the visually impaired to receive voice prompts right out of the box with TalkBack by Google
Celebrity Charity Fundraising Platform Prizeo.com Debuts with Major Star Power
06 June 2013MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.
Celebrity Charity Fundraising Platform Prizeo.com Debuts with Muhammad Ali and Alicia Keys
Forbes Hosts Second Annual Forbes 400 Summit on Philanthropy
06 June 2013NEW YORK
Bill Gates and Bono among featured panelists at Forbes' 2nd Annual Forbes 400 Summit on Philanthropy
San Francisco General Hospital Foundation Receives $1,122,500 Through Bank of America Art Auction
06 June 2013SAN FRANCISCO
San Francisco General Hospital Foundation (SFGHF) today announced it received a $1,122,500 donation from Bank of America as a result of an art auction of works from the company’s own collection held last night, as well as proceeds from a May sales event with Sotheby’s in New York City. The funds will help ensure that San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center (SFGH) can continue to pursue its mission that includes access to high quality health care for every
Corporate Social Responsibility Weekly Recap (May 29, 2013 – June 5, 2013)
06 June 2013NEW YORK
The following releases focus on Corporate Social Responsibility and moved during the week of May 29, 2013 – June 5, 2013. Follow the CSR Circuit newsfeed on www.twitter.com/BWCSRNews ALL TIME-OFFS ARE IN EASTERN TIME HOUSTON & CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. -- New Sustainable Collaborative Focuses on Product and Packaging Innovation (June 05, 2013 12:41 PM) Source: Waste Management, Inc. CHICAGO -- Northern Trust Highlights Corporate Social Responsibility Work in 2012 Report
New Sustainable Collaborative Focuses on Product and Packaging Innovation
05 June 2013HOUSTON & CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va.
Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM), North America’s largest environmental solutions provider and leading residential recycler, and William McDonough, designer, author, and sustainability thought leader, today jointly announced the launch of a sustainable innovation collaborative to help foster and guide future product and packaging design innovation among industry-leading companies. The initiative—the Waste Management McDonough Sustainable Innovati
Northern Trust Highlights Corporate Social Responsibility Work in 2012 Report
05 June 2013CHICAGO
Northern Trust released its third annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) report today, providing 2012 global results and detailing goals for 2013 and beyond.
Dell Commits to Waste-Free Packaging Stream by 2020
05 June 2013ROUND ROCK, Texas
Dell today announced ambitious sustainable packaging initiatives, including goals for a waste-free packaging stream by 2020 and a new wheat straw material that turns agricultural waste into boxes. The company will achieve its waste-free packaging goals by 2020 through two avenues: Ensuring that 100 percent of Dell packaging is sourced from sustainable materials, including recycled and rapidly renewable content, or material that was formerly part of the waste s
Anheuser-Busch InBev Expands Reach of Environmental Commitment with New 5-Year Global Goals
05 June 2013BRUSSELS
Anheuser-Busch InBev today committed to seven new global goals that address the company’s key environmental priorities.
Major International Project Launched to Develop Definitive Standards for Human Rights Reporting and Assurance
04 June 2013NEW YORK
WeiserMazars today announced the release of a ground-breaking discussion paper regarding the development of global standards for human rights reporting and assurance.
Freescale to be Presenting Sponsor of the Austin Marathon and Half Marathon
04 June 2013AUSTIN, Texas
Freescale Semiconductor announced today it will be the Presenting Sponsor of the Austin Marathon and Half Marathon®.
TXI Sees "Impressive" Results with DriveCam, Rolls Out Fleet-wide
04 June 2013SAN DIEGO
DriveCam announces that TXI will deploy the DriveCam solution across its entire fleet of ready-mix concrete trucks, and aggregate hauling and cement hauling vehicles.
Coca-Cola Starts Local Production in Myanmar
04 June 2013YANGON, Myanmar
For the first time in more than 60 years, Coca-Cola is being bottled in Myanmar.
Galilee Sunset Selected as June “I Luv RI” Photo Contest Winner
03 June 2013WESTERLY, R.I.
Washington Trust recently announced its June photo contest winner. The photo was taken off the rocks of Galilee.
Mount Prospect Community and Project Partners Celebrate Grand Opening of Myers Place – a First-of-Its-Kind Supportive-Housing Development in Northwest Suburban Chicago
03 June 2013CHICAGO
Community leaders and local residents celebrated the grand opening for Myers Place, a new $13.2 million mixed-use supportive housing development located in the northwest suburbs of Chicago.
Sprint Teams with United Cerebral Palsy on Communications-Accessibility-for-All Initiative
03 June 2013OVERLAND PARK, Kan.
Sprint announced today plans to collaborate with United Cerebral Palsy to raise awareness for Sprint’s speech-to-speech services and increase their usage among individuals with Cerebral Palsy
Morgan Properties’ Team Members Come Together to Host Alex’s Lemonade Stands throughout the Mid-Atlantic
03 June 2013KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa.
Morgan Properties’ apartment communities throughout the Mid-Atlantic are coming together to raise money for the fight against childhood cancer.
Dell Launches Pay It Forward Initiative to Support One Million Female Entrepreneurs by 2015
03 June 2013ISTANBUL
The fourth annual Dell Women’s Entrepreneur Network global event opened here yesterday with more than 150 female entrepreneurs and business leaders attending. The event’s theme, Pay It Forward, will shape a new initiative, led by Dell, to mobilize successful women business owners and leaders to help more than one million aspiring women entrepreneurs by the end of 2015. “Whether it is in business, mentorship or philanthropy, women have the skills and the power to pay it
New England Revolution and UnitedHealthcare Challenge Soccer Fans to Get MatchFit!
03 June 2013FOXBOROUGH, Mass.
The New England Revolution and UnitedHealthcare launched MatchFit!, inviting soccer fans to participate in fun and educational health activities before the Revolution/LA Galaxy game.
CH2M HILL Halcrow Sponsors Key Transport Studies Appointment at the University of Glasgow
03 June 2013GLASGOW, United Kingdom
CH2M HILL Halcrow has been working with the University of Glasgow to recruit a specialist in transport studies. This position, Halcrow Chair of Transport, was awarded to Professor Thakuriah.
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Celebrates Scholarship Recipients, Honors Generous Support for Marine Corps Families
31 May 2013WASHINGTON
The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, the nation's oldest and largest provider of need-based scholarships to military families, will celebrate its 2013-2014 scholarship recipients and recognize its generous supporters at the 27th annual Washington D.C. Celebratory Gala on June 1. The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation honors the selfless service of Marines by providing scholarships to the children of Marines, with particular attention given to those whose parent
Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, Inc. Donates $200,000 to Coffeelands Trust
31 May 2013WATERBURY, Vt.
Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, Inc. donates $200,000 to the Coffeelands Trust, a fund that helps victims of conflict in coffee-growing regions.
UnitedHealthcare Fights Hunger in Las Vegas
30 May 2013LAS VEGAS
Nearly 120 UnitedHealthcare employees volunteered today to pack food boxes at Three Square Food Bank.
Office Depot and One Direction Announce Alliance to Raise Money for Anti-Bullying Education Program
30 May 2013BOCA RATON, Fla.
Office Depot announces partnership with One Direction, who officially become partners in the retailer’s Anti-Bullying campaign that will launch across the U.S. during the 2013 Back-to-School season.
Corporate Social Responsibility Weekly Recap (May 22, 2013 – May 29, 2013)
30 May 2013NEW YORK
The following releases focus on Corporate Social Responsibility and moved during the week of May 22, 2013 – May 29, 2013. Follow the CSR Circuit newsfeed on www.twitter.com/BWCSRNews ALL TIME-OFFS ARE IN EASTERN TIME ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- Carestream’s Proactive Efforts Reduce Environmental Footprint at U.S. Manufacturing Facilities (May 29, 2013 11:15 AM) Source: Carestream Health LOS ANGELES -- Herbalife Mexico Recognized for its Commitment to Corporate Social Responsibi
Carestream’s Proactive Efforts Reduce Environmental Footprint at U.S. Manufacturing Facilities
29 May 2013ROCHESTER, N.Y.
Carestream Health has dramatically reduced air emissions and energy consumption as part of an ongoing proactive effort to trim its environmental footprint.
Herbalife Mexico Recognized for its Commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility
29 May 2013LOS ANGELES
Global nutrition company, Herbalife has received an award for its CSR program in Mexico, from the Mexican Center for Philanthropy (Cemefi) and the Alliance for Social Responsibility (AliaRse)
Razoo Hosts First Major Crowdfunding Campaign for the Smithsonian
29 May 2013SAN FRANCISCO
For the first time, the Smithsonian Institute is using crowdfunding on a large scale to raise money for an exhibition. The institute chose San Francisco-based Razoo.com as its fundraising platform.
GENBAND Demonstrates Dedication to Local Communities with 3rd Annual Global Day of Service
29 May 2013FRISCO, Texas
GENBAND today announced the kickoff of its third annual Global Day of Service with volunteer activities scheduled in more than 30 countries on June 1st.
New Report: Minnesota Healthiest State for Seniors
29 May 2013MINNETONKA, Minn.
Seniors who live in Minnesota are the nation’s healthiest, according to United Health Foundation’s America’s Health Rankings® Senior Report.
Amadeus unveils its Corporate Sustainability Report
28 May 2013MIAMI
Amadeus has published its 2012 Corporate Sustainability Report reviewing the company’s business and performance in 2012 from a sustainability perspective.
NRG Energy Contributes $123,000 to FIRST® for Robotics Competition Sponsorships
28 May 2013PRINCETON, N.J.
NRG Energy Inc. (NYSE: NRG) has donated $123,000 so far this year through sponsorships and employee auction proceeds as part of a year-long program to benefit FIRST® (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology). NRG was the pit area sponsor at the FIRST Championship, the annual global robotics competition held April 24-27 in St. Louis, Mo. More than 10,000 students from 37 countries put their engineering skills to the test in front of a crowd of 2
A Cleaner, Greener Park: A New Way to Manage Trash in Central Park
28 May 2013NEW YORK
The Central Park Conservancy plans to nearly double the number of recycling cans in Manhattan through the addition of more than 400 cans in the Park, as part of a plan to reduce rats, improve visitor safety and increase sustainability. Despite the number of visitors quadrupling since 1980, the Central Park Conservancy has managed to keep the Park clean by focusing on the collection of recyclables and, since 2003, reducing the Park’s waste stream by almost 40 percent. T
Bank of America “Express Your Thanks” Campaign Connects Individuals to Military Service Members and Veterans
28 May 2013CHARLOTTE, N.C.
Building on the success of last year’s inaugural “Express Your Thanks” campaign, Bank of America will relaunch the program on Memorial Day with the goal of donating up to $1 million – allocated evenly between Welcome Back Veterans and Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) – to support the critical needs of military service members and veterans. Through the “Express Your Thanks” campaign, customers, bank employees and other individuals can make simple online expressions
Ma’aden-Alcoa Joint Venture Completes Saudi Arabia’s First Engineered Wetlands System to Treat Two Million Gallons of Wastewater Daily
28 May 2013RIYADH, Saudi Arabia & NEW YORK
Alcoa (NYSE: AA) and The Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Ma’aden) today announced completion of a first-of-its-kind engineered wetlands wastewater management system in Saudi Arabia at the Ma’aden-Alcoa joint venture project site. The newly constructed system will reduce water demand by nearly two million US gallons (7.5 million litres) per day and save more than US$7million (SAR 26 million) annually that would otherwise be used to purchase fresh wa
NuStar and The Greehey Family Foundation Contribute to Oklahoma Relief Effort
24 May 2013SAN ANTONIO
NuStar Energy L.P. (NYSE: NS) and The Greehey Family Foundation today announced contributions to the American Red Cross to support the organization’s tornado relief efforts in Oklahoma. Because of the widespread devastation and the tremendous need for resources, The Greehey Family Foundation is making a contribution of $250,000 and the NuStar Foundation is donating $100,000. “We’re proud to support the American Red Cross and its efforts to provide critical aid to th
Papa John’s Thanks the Troops for Their Service with USO Meal Deal and Pizza Party Celebration
24 May 2013LOUISVILLE, Ky.
Papa John’s is raising funds for the USO through its USO Meal Deal, now through May 30. Papa John’s also is hosting a pizza party for 10,000 troops Sunday to thank them for their service.
Herbalife Family Foundation Launches Three New Casa Herbalife Programs in Taiwan, Korea and Vietnam
23 May 2013LOS ANGELES
Herbalife Family Foundation launches three new Casa Herbalife programs in Asia Pacific. The programs in Vietnam, Korea and Taiwan extend nutrition support to 4,800 vulnerable children in the region
Hormel Foods Donates Three Semitrailers of Product for Tornado Relief Efforts in Oklahoma
23 May 2013AUSTIN, Minn.
Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL) today announced a donation of three semitrailer loads of product to assist with tornado relief efforts in Oklahoma. The donation of 165,000 Hormel® Compleats® microwave meals will go to Feeding America food banks in Oklahoma City and its surrounding suburbs. “Our thoughts and prayers are with all who were affected by this devastating tornado,” said Julie H. Craven, vice president of corporate communications at Hormel Foods. “We
Build-A-Bear Workshop and Guests Send Hugs to Children and Families Affected by Oklahoma Tragedy
23 May 2013ST. LOUIS
Build-A-Bear Workshop announced today initiatives to provide support for children and families affected by the tornado that devastated Moore, OK and surrounding areas earlier this week.
Toyota Donates $250,000 to Oklahoma Tornado Relief Efforts
23 May 2013NEW YORK
Toyota today announced a $250,000 donation to support relief and rebuilding efforts for victims of the tornado that hit Moore, Oklahoma and the greater Oklahoma City area on May 20.
FedEx Boosts Efforts to Connect the World in Responsible and Resourceful Ways
23 May 2013MEMPHIS, Tenn.
FedEx today has released its fifth annual Global Citizenship Report, outlining the company’s efforts in its focus areas of Economics & Access, Environment & Efficiency, Community & Disaster Relief, and People & Workplace. Highlights from this year’s report include: Significant savings from sustainability efforts, including fuel and energy cost savings and materials recycling revenues; Successful achievement of the FedEx Express goal to improve the
LIFT and Capital One Join Forces in Million Dollar Commitment to Fight Poverty in the United States
23 May 2013NEW YORK
Capital One commits investment totaling $1 million toward LIFT’s work to expand economic opportunities for people striving for a better future for themselves and their families.
Corporate Social Responsibility Weekly Recap (May 15, 2013 – May 22, 2013)
23 May 2013NEW YORK
The following releases focus on Corporate Social Responsibility and moved during the week of May 15, 2013 – May 22, 2013. Follow the CSR Circuit newsfeed on www.twitter.com/BWCSRNews ALL TIME-OFFS ARE IN EASTERN TIME LAGUNA BEACH, Calif. -- Mauli Ola Foundation Kicks off the National Aloha Tour Just in Time for Cystic Fibrosis Month (May 22, 2013 12:36 PM) Source: Ambry Genetics CLEVELAND -- Dakota Software Highlights the Evolving Role of EHS Managers in New White Pape
Sprint’s Relief Efforts for Oklahoma Residents, Customers and First Responders Continue Following Recent Tornado
22 May 2013OVERLAND PARK, Kan.
Sprint is actively assisting residents, customers, Oklahoma first responders and emergency medical personnel, and relief organizations following the impacts from Monday’s catastrophic tornado
Mauli Ola Foundation Kicks off the National Aloha Tour Just in Time for Cystic Fibrosis Month
22 May 2013LAGUNA BEACH, Calif.
Mauli Ola, in recognition of Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month is proud to host surf experience days, hospital visits and concerts. Mauli Ola is also gearing up for a national tour.
Dakota Software Highlights the Evolving Role of EHS Managers in New White Paper
22 May 2013CLEVELAND
The role of environmental, health and safety (EHS) professionals has undergone a sea change in recent years, according to the new whitepaper “EHS Managers: The Evolution from Necessary Evil to Vital Leaders” by Dakota Software. The white paper outlines how the EHS department, once considered a cost center solely responsible for complying with burdensome obligations, has evolved to become a leading force for mitigating risk, improving operational efficiency and, more r
Luminant Generates Environmental Awareness Among Freestone County Youth
22 May 2013DALLAS
Taking the classroom outdoors, Luminant recently hosted its sixth annual Environmental Awareness Day at Big Brown Power Plant and Mines, helping nearly 200 Teague ISD fourth- and fifth-graders gain a greater understanding of the link between energy and the environment. Held at the company park near Fairfield Lake, students attended hands-on seminars, enhancing their wildlife, soil identification and land reclamation knowledge. Nine workshop stations, led by various envir
State-of-the-Art Alcoa Facility to Cut in Half Energy Used to Recycle Aluminum for Forged Wheels
22 May 2013CLEVELAND
Alcoa (NYSE: AA) announced today that its $21 million Alcoa Wheel and Transportation Products casthouse expansion at its Barberton, Ohio plant is expected to cut in half the total amount of energy used to recycle aluminum for forged wheels, reducing greenhouse gases and increasing the overall efficiency and sustainability of the company’s manufacturing process. The recycling facility, the first of its kind in North America, uses advanced technology to produce wheels f
Aetna Announces Support for Rolling Thunder XXVI
22 May 2013HARTFORD, Conn.
Aetna announced a major sponsorship of the XXVI Rolling Thunder ride, which benefits Rolling Thunder® Charities Inc. Aetna will present the sponsorship to Rolling Thunder following the ride May 26.
Koch Industries, Inc. Donates to Oklahoma Tornado Relief
21 May 2013WICHITA, Kan.
Koch Industries is donating $1 million to support tornado relief efforts in Oklahoma, and Georgia-Pacific, a Koch company, has donated six truckloads of products.
Lowe’s to Donate $1 Million to Help Communities Impacted by Tornadoes
21 May 2013MOORESVILLE, N.C.
Lowe’s announced today it will donate $1 million to support disaster relief and rebuilding efforts in communities affected by the recent tornadoes in Oklahoma, Texas and across the Midwest.
Sprint to Waive Voice, Data and Text Messaging Overage Charges for Oklahoma Residents Affected by Recent Tornado
21 May 2013OVERLAND PARK, Kan.
Sprint Emergency Response Team deploys staff, devices and SatCOLTs to Oklahoma to aid first responders and emergency medical personnel.
Western Union Responds to Oklahoma Tornado
21 May 2013ENGLEWOOD, Colo.
The Western Union Foundation today announced support for disaster relief efforts that will help the families and communities impacted by the tornado in Oklahoma.
Hubbell Power Systems, Inc. Donates $5,000 to Help Victims Devastated by Tornado
21 May 2013COLUMBIA, S.C.
Hubbell Power Systems, Inc. (HPS) announced this morning its donation of $5,000 to the American Red Cross to help victims devastated by the tornado in Oklahoma. The donation is a small token of hope to aid victims and their families already beginning to rebuild. The deadly twister, spanning nearly two miles wide, left hundreds of homes erased and more than 35,000 without power. “Our hearts and prayers are with all of those left in the wake of Monday’s massive sto
UnitedHealth Group Acts to Support Oklahomans Affected by Tornadoes
21 May 2013MINNETONKA, Minn.
UnitedHealth Group is taking immediate action to help people in Oklahoma City and surrounding counties affected by a spate of devastating tornadoes.
U.S. Bank Invested $3.2 Billion to Strengthen Communities in 2012
21 May 2013MINNEAPOLIS
U.S. Bank committed more than $3.2 billion last year to communities across the country through community development loans, investments, grants, corporate contributions and nonprofit sponsorships. That funding helped breathe new life into residential neighborhoods, create new affordable housing and transform abandoned commercial buildings into vibrant new spaces. These investments and other contributions to the community are detailed in the bank’s newly released 201
Nestlé USA Sources 100% Certified Cocoa Beans for NESTLÉ® CRUNCH® Bars
21 May 2013CHICAGO
NESTLÉ® CRUNCH® lovers can soon enjoy their favorite chocolate bar even more. The entire line of everyday NESTLÉ CRUNCH bars will be sourced with 100% certified cocoa by the end of 2013.
Alcoa Foundation Presents Sustainability Awards to Young Talent at Intel ISEF 2013 Special Awards Ceremony
20 May 2013PHOENIX
Alcoa Foundation announced six winners in two award categories, Power Economy and Using Metals, at the 2013 Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (Intel ISEF) in Phoenix. Intel ISEF is the world’s largest pre-college science competition showcasing more than 1,600 leading young scientists’ independent research projects. The winning students split $10,000 from Alcoa Foundation for their impressive innovations regarding sustainable electric power savings or use
Lift a Life Foundation Mobilizes 300,000 Students Nationwide with “Lead2Feed World Hunger Leadership Challenge” in Partnership with USA TODAY Charitable Foundation
20 May 2013LOUISVILLE, Ky.
Lift a Life Foundation Mobilizes 300,000 Students Nationwide with “Lead2Feed World Hunger Leadership Challenge” in Partnership with USA TODAY Charitable Foundation
Dow Lab Safety Academy Promotes Safety Mindset in Future Chemical Workforce
20 May 2013MIDLAND, Mich.
Yesterday, at the Council for Chemical Research 2013 Annual Meeting in Arlington, Virginia, among leaders from industry, academia and the National Labs, The Dow Chemical Company (NYSE: DOW) unveiled the beta version of the Dow Lab Safety Academy, a digital learning environment that shares Dow’s best-in-class industrial safety culture and practices in a quick and accessible format. Explore the Dow Lab Safety Academy at http://safety.dow.com. The Dow Lab Safety Aca
GPC Presents TransCore with Leadership in Sustainability Award
20 May 2013FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.
Green Parking Council Presents TransCore with Leadership in Sustainability Award
Waste Industries Rolls Out DriveCam Solution to Entire Fleet
20 May 2013SAN DIEGO
Waste Industries has selected DriveCam's driver management program for a fleet-wide rollout.
UnitedHealth Group Acts to Support Texans Affected by Tornadoes
17 May 2013MINNETONKA, Minn.
UnitedHealth Group is taking immediate action to help people living in the North Texas counties affected by the recent spate of deadly tornadoes.
Craig Morgan and UnitedHealthcare Fight Hunger in Middle Tennessee
17 May 2013DICKSON, Tenn.
Country music star, TV host and Dickson native Craig Morgan will join volunteers from UnitedHealthcare today to staff a Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee Mobile Pantry.
Global Health, Development and Business Leaders Announce New Innovative Financing Partnership to Deliver Essential Health Supplies More Quickly and Efficiently
17 May 2013NEW YORK
Merck Pledge Guarantee for Health, United Nations Foundation, USAID, Global Fund to Fight AIDS TB and Malaria
Phenomenex CEO Fasha (Farshad) Mahjoor Receives the Ellis Island Medal of Honor
16 May 2013TORRANCE, Calif.
Phenomenex CEO Fasha (Farshad) Mahjoor Receives Ellis Island Medal of Honor for Significant Contributions to Humanity
Alcoa Reduces Greenhouse Gases by 23 Percent from 2005 Baseline
16 May 2013NEW YORK
Alcoa (NYSE:AA) published its 2012 Sustainability Report, detailing the Company's global environmental, social and economic performance during 2012. Alcoa has produced the report for 11 consecutive years. "The truest validation of our sustainability as a company comes from our stakeholders and society at large," said Alcoa Chairman and CEO Klaus Kleinfeld. "Our miracle metal, aluminum, is an essential material for a sustainable global system that many societies and bus
Children's Medical Grants Now Available from the UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation
16 May 2013MINNETONKA, Minn.
The UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation is seeking grant applications from families in need of financial assistance to help pay for their child’s health care treatments, services or equipment.
Corporate Social Responsibility Weekly Recap (May 8, 2013 – May 15, 2013)
16 May 2013NEW YORK
The following releases focus on Corporate Social Responsibility and moved during the week of May 8, 2013 – May 15, 2013. Follow the CSR Circuit newsfeed on www.twitter.com/BWCSRNews ALL TIME-OFFS ARE IN EASTERN TIME ROUND ROCK, Texas -- Solar Conduction Dryer Wins Grand Prize in 2013 Dell Social Innovation Challenge (May 15, 2013 09:51 AM) Source: Dell Inc. BOCA RATON, Fla. -- Office Depot Foundation Listen Learn Care Awards Recognize Extraordinary Community Service (M
Solar Conduction Dryer Wins Grand Prize in 2013 Dell Social Innovation Challenge
15 May 2013ROUND ROCK, Texas
Dell announced today that Solar Conduction Dryer received the $60,000 grand prize in the Dell Social Innovation Challenge (DSIC) to help fuel their innovation. Solar Conduction Dryer and young social innovators from four other finalist teams convened in Austin this week to compete for the cash prize as part of the DSIC, which recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from around the world who envision, create and implement social innovation projects that
Office Depot Foundation Listen Learn Care Awards Recognize Extraordinary Community Service
15 May 2013BOCA RATON, Fla.
Office Depot Foundation's Listen Learn Care Awards recognize extraordinary community service.
Collins Announces FreeForm Particleboard is the First Composite Wood Product to Join Declare
15 May 2013PORTLAND, Ore.
The Collins Companies today announced that it has fully disclosed all of the ingredients in Collins Pine FreeForm particleboard products though the Declare™ program.
Are Kansans Water Wise?
14 May 2013WICHITA, Kan.
Made possible by a $300,000 gift from Koch Industries, the Greater Wichita YMCA will launch a comprehensive, hands-on water safety training program.
First Lady Crissy Haslam, Sesame Street’s Grover and UnitedHealthcare Encourage Kids to Read and Live Healthy
14 May 2013NASHVILLE, Tenn.
Tennessee First Lady Crissy Haslam, Sesame Street's Grover and UnitedHealthcare Community Plan encourage kids to read and live healthy.
McKesson Announces Nationwide Expansion of its Million Dollar EHR Software Give-Away Program, McKesson Gives Back
14 May 2013ATLANTA
McKesson announced today the nationwide roll-out of McKesson Gives Back, a philanthropic initiative designed to recognize and reward physician practices that provide unreimbursed healthcare.
Hooters Launches “Hooters for Heroes” Fundraising Program to Benefit Green Beret Foundation
14 May 2013ATLANTA
Hooters announced its inaugural Hooters for Heroes fundraising program to raise money for military non-profit organizations dedicated to U.S. veterans. Funds will benefit the Green Beret Foundation.
