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United Flies Miles and Miles to Deliver Bear Hugs and Smiles to Kids with Cancer
11 Février 2010CHICAGO
Starting today, United Airlines employees will begin delivering thousands of teddy bears to kids undergoing cancer treatment at hospitals across the country through a partnership with the American Cancer Society® that raised almost 27 million Mileage Plus miles. During the holidays, when customers donated at least 7,500 Mileage Plus miles or $50 to the American Cancer Society, United said it would deliver an adorably soft GUND® teddy bear named Holden Hugyou t
Sprint Offers Credit of Fees for U.S. Calls to Haiti and Donates 2,000 Mobile Phones for Relief Communications
11 Février 2010Sprint Offers Credit of Fees for U.S. Calls to Haiti and Donates 2,000 Mobile Phones for Relief Communications
> Lire l’articleCorporate Social Responsibility Weekly Recap (February 3 – February 10, 2010)
11 Février 2010NEW YORK
The following releases focus on Corporate Social Responsibility and moved during the week of February 3 – February 10, 2010. Follow the CSR Circuit newsfeed on www.twitter.com/BWCSRNews ALL TIME-OFFS ARE IN EASTERN TIME WASHINGTON & WATERBURY, Vt.-- Green Mountain Coffee and Ashoka’s Changemakers Launch “Revelation to Action” Competition (February 10, 2010 02:44 PM) Source: Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, Inc. MOORESVILLE, N.C. -- Lowe’
Companies Committed to Improving Quality of Water in Haiti
11 Février 2010Companies are committed to improving quality of water in Haiti. Parkson is working with its partners to install a new water treatment plant this year.
> Lire l’articleGreen Mountain Coffee and Ashoka’s Changemakers Launch “Revelation to Action” Competition
10 Février 2010Green Mountain Coffee and Ashoka's Changemakers launch online competition to help motivate local citizens to strengthen communities across New England and New York. www.Changemakers.com/revelation.
> Lire l’articleLowe’s Expands Support of the Military with Year-Round Discount
10 Février 2010Lowe's offers 10% military discount everyday
> Lire l’articleInternational Aid, Welch Allyn Deliver Vital Medical Equipment to Haiti Quake Zone
10 Février 2010SPRING LAKE, Mich.
Since 2004, International Aid, a missionary relief and development organization, has partnered with medical-device company Welch Allyn to provide medical instruments to aid critical health care efforts around the world. Most recently, International Aid delivered Welch Allyn products such as blood pressure cuffs, otoscopes, ophthalmoscopes, electronic thermometers, and other supplies to earthquake-ravaged Haiti as part of its humanitarian relief efforts. Over
RPP Containers Introduces New DuraGreen™ Plastic Bulk Containers
10 Février 2010DuraGreen is a new category of environmentally sustainable, reusable, plastic bulk container made from a proprietary blend of premium recycled plastic.
> Lire l’articleAmerican Publishers Provides Fuel-Efficient Cook Stoves to Haiti and Central America as Part of Their Tree-Planting Promotion
10 Février 2010American Publishers partners with Plant-It 2020 to plant hundreds of thousands of trees in the United States and donate stoves to needy families in Haiti and Central America.
> Lire l’articleYoung 'HEROES' Address Childhood Obesity Epidemic, Support First Lady Michelle Obama's ''Let's Move'' Initiative
09 Février 2010Young 'HEROES' address childhood obesity, support First Lady Michelle Obama's "Let's Move" initiative.
> Lire l’articleThe University of Maine Partners with 4tell for Campus-Wide Sustainability Initiative
09 Février 2010The University of Maine and 4tell™ Solutions, LLC, announced today that they have partnered to address the University’s long term goals and objectives for sustainability.
> Lire l’articleTop Youth Volunteers in Each State Selected in 15th Annual National Awards Program
09 Février 2010WASHINGTON
America’s 102 most outstanding youth volunteers – two from each state and the District of Columbia – were named State Honorees today by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, a nationwide program honoring young people for exemplary acts of volunteerism. The awards program, now in its 15th year, is conducted by Prudential Financial, Inc. in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP). Each of the 102 State Hon
Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco’s Board of Directors Appoints Three New Members to Affordable Housing Advisory Council
08 Février 2010SAN FRANCISCO
The Board of Directors of the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco has appointed three new members to its Affordable Housing Advisory Council (AHAC) — Jasmine Borrego of TELACU; Joel Jacinto of Search to Involve Pilipino Americans (SIPA); and Dean Matsubayashi of Little Tokyo Service Center Community Development Corporation (LTSC). The Bank’s AHAC is a 15-member group that provides guidance on affordable housing and economic development issues and h
Fastest Full-Time (Running) Workers in the World Headed to Johannesburg, South Africa
08 Février 2010NEW YORK
The JPMorgan Chase Corporate Challenge® Championship, which has brought the fastest companies in the world to Manhattan for nearly three decades, is moving overseas on March 4. The 27th annual Championship will be held on Thursday, March 4, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The 3.5-mile road race will feature the first-place men’s, women’s and mixed teams from all 12 cities in the 2009 JPMorgan Chase Corporate Challenge Series. A total of 144 runners
KKR Expands “Green” Program and Builds Internal Resources for Responsible Investment
08 Février 2010KKR Expands Green Portfolio Program
> Lire l’articleMedtronic Donates Medical Supplies to Haiti Relief Effort
08 Février 2010MINNEAPOLIS
Medtronic, Inc. (NYSE: MDT) announced today that the company has donated nearly $900,000 in medical devices and surgical supplies to help meet urgent medical needs in Haiti. In response to numerous spine and crush injuries, the company provided spinal surgical implants such as rods, hooks and screws to treat spinal fractures, facilitate spinal fusion and stabilize and strengthen the spine. Spinal orthopedic implants and replacement devices were provided for trauma r
Dresser Waukesha Engine-Generator Installation Featured in ‘World’s Best Power Plants’ Issue of Diesel & Gas Turbine Worldwide
04 Février 2010WAUKESHA, Wis.
An engine-generator from Dresser Waukesha, a leading manufacturer of natural gas engines that deliver clean, cost-effective power, is showcased in the “World’s Best Power Plants” feature in the current issue of Diesel & Gas Turbine Worldwide magazine. (www.dieselgasturbine.com) A prime example of a green power installation, the 1.1MW APG1000 generator set supplies all of the energy needs of an enormous farm with 100,000 pigs in The Philippin
Ozarka® Brand Natural Spring Water and Ducks Unlimited Partner to Restore East Texas Wetlands
04 Février 2010Ozarka® Brand Natural Spring Water donated $30,000 to Ducks Unlimited for wetland conservation efforts in Texas.
> Lire l’articleHanesbrands Inc. Sending 2,000 Tents to Haiti to Shelter Employees of Contract Operations Affected by the Earthquake
04 Février 2010Hanesbradns sending 2,000 tents to Haiti to aid contract workers as part of company efforts to feed, clothe, shelter and employ thousands of earthquake victims.
> Lire l’articleCorporate Social Responsibility Weekly Recap (January 27 – February 3, 2010)
04 Février 2010NEW YORK
The following releases focus on Corporate Social Responsibility and moved during the week of January 27 – February 3, 2010. Follow the CSR Circuit newsfeed on www.twitter.com/BWCSRNews ALL TIME-OFFS ARE IN EASTERN TIME OMAHA, Neb. -- ConAgra Foods® Foundation Joins The Ellen DeGeneres Show to Donate $100,000 to American Red Cross Haitian Relief Fund (February 03, 2010 12:00 PM) Source: ConAgra Foods SAN JOSE, Calif. -- eBay® and RecycleBank® Align
Alcoa and World Business Council for Sustainable Development Outline New Business Opportunities for Global Society to Be Sustainable by 2050
04 Février 2010NEW YORK
Alcoa (NYSE:AA) and a diverse group representing 29 leading global companies across 14 industries today called on businesses around the world to develop strategies that would enable a global population of some 9 billion people to live well within the resources of the planet by 2050. Alcoa and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) are partnering to provide companies with a pathway to reach a sustainable global society by 2050. The Council today
Sprint Continues Support of Haiti Relief Efforts with Donation of Wireless Infrastructure and Long-Distance Services
03 Février 2010Sprint customers can continue sending charge-free text messages to and from Haiti until Feb. 28.
> Lire l’articleConAgra Foods® Foundation Joins The Ellen DeGeneres Show to Donate $100,000 to American Red Cross Haitian Relief Fund
03 Février 2010ConAgra Foods® Foundation announces another $100,000 donation to the American Red Cross, in addition to its donation of $100,000 made Jan. 13, 2010, during an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show
> Lire l’articleeBay® and RecycleBank® Align to Reward Consumers for Being Green
03 Février 2010SAN JOSE, Calif.
Being green has never been such a great deal. RecycleBank, the country’s premier recycling rewards and loyalty program, is joining with eBay (Nasdaq:EBAY), the world’s largest online marketplace, to reward consumers for recycling and reusing what already exists in the world today. Today’s more environmentally-conscious consumers now have an innovative loyalty program that rewards them for being green, connecting how they recycle and reuse with
Alcoa Achieves Top Marks in Covalence Ethical Reputation Ranking
03 Février 2010NEW YORK
Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today it has achieved the top spot in the Basic Resources category in the latest Covalence Ethical Rankings, a comprehensive study of the overall ethical performance of multinational corporations. Covalence’s reputation index, distributed by Thomson Reuters, Bloomberg and Capital IQ, is a barometer of how multinationals are perceived in the ethical field. Alcoa has been rated No. 1 in this category since the ranking began in 2005. Across
Office Depot and the Office Depot Foundation Provide Free Faxing to Haiti to Help Families and Businesses with Earthquake Recovery
03 Février 2010Office Depot and the Office Depot Foundation announce that Office Depot stores will offer free faxing to Haiti to assist with recovery and rebuilding efforts following the recent earthquake.
> Lire l’articleThe Standard Partners with Big Brothers Big Sisters Columbia Northwest for Employee “Jeans Day” Campaign
02 Février 2010Standard Insurance Company (“The Standard”) announced a partnership involving its employees that will raise up to $100,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters Columbia Northwest.
> Lire l’articleProCure Cancer Foundation Delivers First Grants
02 Février 2010NEW YORK
Two young cancer patients from Virginia are the first recipients of grants from the ProCure Cancer Foundation, a new charitable organization that is providing financial assistance to families who cannot afford the nonmedical expenses associated with proton therapy. Proton therapy is an alternative to X-ray radiation that spares healthy tissue and results in far fewer short- and long-term treatment side effects. Proton therapy can be particularly effective in treating t
Cereplast Applauds the FDA for Demanding Increased Study of BPA
02 Février 2010Cereplast resins are safe and do not contain BPA
> Lire l’articleRentech Energy Midwest Corporation Completes $62.5 Million Debt Financing
01 Février 2010Secured Term Loan
> Lire l’articleApplied Materials Joins ISMI’s ESH Technology Center
01 Février 2010AUSTIN, Texas
The International SEMATECH Manufacturing Initiative (ISMI) today announced that Applied Materials, Inc. (Nasdaq: AMAT) has become the newest member of the award-winning Environment, Safety and Health (ESH) Technology Center. Applied will join leading semiconductor manufacturers in cooperative projects for sustainable manufacturing, industry environmental standards and green practices in chip-making. “We’re pleased to welcome one of the leading equipmen
HARC, University of Leoben Establish Collaboration to Promote Low Impact Drilling
01 Février 2010The Houston Advanced Research Center (HARC) and Austria’s University of Leoben have entered a research collaboration to promote advanced technology for low-impact oil and gas drilling.
> Lire l’articleSuccessful Corporate Sustainability Programs Share a Common Foundation, According to Pike Research
01 Février 20103 key pillars of a successful sustainability strategy: executive buy-in, an effective sustainability committee, and clear and measurable sustainability goals
> Lire l’articleDynCorp International Establishes DI Care Employee Assistance Program
29 Janvier 2010FALLS CHURCH, Va.
DynCorp International (NYSE:DCP) has established DI Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP), a corporate-wide initiative to assist employees in the event of serious or mortal injury. DI Care EAP will serve to lead all aspects of casualty procedures, family notification and victim assistance; help injured employees obtain legitimate insurance and benefits claims, and to support corporate, medical, and government stakeholders regarding the disposition and handlin
ConAgra Foods(R) Foundation and Feeding America(R) Establish Child Hunger Corps to Fight Hunger in Cities Nationwide
28 Janvier 2010ConAgra Foods Foundation and Feeding America Establish Child Hunger Corps to Fight Hunger in Cities Nationwide; Seeking Applicants for ConAgra Foods Child Hunger Corps
> Lire l’articleWeyerhaeuser Pledges Building Materials for Haiti Rebuilding Effort
28 Janvier 2010Weyerhaeuser Pledges Building Materials for Haiti Rebuilding Effort
> Lire l’articleHeart to Heart, Welch Allyn Provide Critical Aid in Haiti Quake Zone
28 Janvier 2010OLATHE, Kan.
Heart to Heart International Inc., one of America's most efficient charities, is partnering with medical-device company Welch Allyn to provide medical instruments to disaster relief efforts around the world. Most recently, Heart to Heart has utilized Welch Allyn products, including stethoscopes, diagnostic sets and blood pressure gauges/cuffs, in its shipments of “Ready Relief Boxes” and Medical Surge Modules as part of the broader medical response in H
Corporate Social Responsibility Weekly Recap (January 20 – January 27, 2010)
28 Janvier 2010NEW YORK
The following releases focus on Corporate Social Responsibility and moved during the week of January 20 – January 27, 2010. Follow the CSR Circuit newsfeed on www.twitter.com/BWCSRNews ALL TIME-OFFS ARE IN EASTERN TIME GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Biogas Plant at City of Glendale Landfill Begins Sending Energy to APS Customers (January 27, 2010 04:34 PM) Source: APS SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- Forty Students Named Finalists in the Intel Science Talent Search 2010 (January 27, 2
Doing IT for Good Selects Digital Wish as $50,000 Grant Recipient
28 Janvier 2010Doing IT for Good, a philanthropic program by Landmark Ventures, announces Digital Wish as recipient of $50,000 financial and consulting grant.
> Lire l’articleMuhammad Ali and Christina Aguilera Raise Funds for United Nations World Food Programme Relief Efforts in Haiti by Appearing in Global PSA
28 Janvier 2010Muhammad Ali and Christina Aguilera Raise Funds for U.N. World Food Programme Relief Efforts in Haiti by Appearing in Global PSA Underwritten by the Yum! Brands Foundation
> Lire l’articleBiogas Plant at City of Glendale Landfill Begins Sending Energy to APS Customers
27 Janvier 2010Biogas plant at City of Glendale, Ariz., begins sending energy to APS customers
> Lire l’articleForty Students Named Finalists in the Intel Science Talent Search 2010
27 Janvier 2010SANTA CLARA, Calif.
Measuring indoor air pollution caused by paraffin and soy candles. Building a new, clearer hearing assistance device that can be replicated for cell phones and radios. Assessing inequalities in how high schools compete in national science competitions. These are just three of the 40 projects selected to compete at the Intel Science Talent Search 2010, a program of Society for Science & the Public. Today, 40 high school seniors from across the country are
Build-A-Bear Workshop Supports Children’s Heart Foundation in Celebration of Valentine’s Day
27 Janvier 2010ST. LOUIS
Build-A-Bear Workshop®, the interactive entertainment retailer of customized stuffed animals, and its foundation will raise funds during the month of February for the Children’s Heart Foundation (CHF), an organization that works to advance research of pediatric congenital heart defects. Build-A-Bear Workshop Guests can support this cause by donating $1 at checkout registers in any Build-A-Bear Workshop retail location in the United States. In addition, a po
Intel Science Competition Winners Invited to State of the Union Address
27 Janvier 2010SANTA CLARA, Calif.
Two young scientists – one a winner of the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair 2009 and the other a top finalist in the Intel Science Talent Search 2009, both programs of Society for Science & the Public – are being recognized by the White House for their scientific achievements and will sit with Michelle Obama at tonight’s State of the Union address. Li Boynton, a high school senior from Houston, was one of the top three w
NextEra Energy Resources and the NFL Team up to Green the 2010 Pro Bowl and Super Bowl
27 Janvier 2010JUNO BEACH, Fla.
NextEra Energy Resources, the largest wind and solar energy producer in North America, has teamed up with the NFL to power the 2010 Pro Bowl and Super Bowl with renewable energy. NextEra Energy Resources, through its EarthEra initiative, will supply Green-e certified Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) to match the electricity consumption during the NFL’s preparations leading up to the Pro Bowl and Super Bowl as well as usage during both games at Sun Lif
Business Leaders: Free Opportunity to Speak on Your Green Business Expertise!
27 Janvier 2010SALADO, Texas
Business owners have a free opportunity to speak April 17 and 18. Speakers address targeted audiences who are seeking information on products and services that promote green, healthy living and benefit our future quality of life at the First Annual Renewable Energy Stampede & Green Living Fair. The fair is located between Austin and Dallas just off IH-35 in the Village of Salado. The Renewable Energy Stampede is organized by the same team who, for 10
Premier Healthcare Alliance Announces Prenatal Health Initiative as Winner of National Award for Improving Health Outcomes of Mothers and Babies
27 Janvier 2010Premier healthcare alliance announces 18th annual Cares award winner
> Lire l’articleExxonMobil, Ashoka’s Changemakers and International Center for Research on Women Launch Women’s Economic Development Challenge
27 Janvier 2010ExxonMobil and its partners launched an innovative challenge that will identify transformative solutions for promoting women’s economic advancement through technology.
> Lire l’articleAPS Seeks Renewable Energy from Solar and Arizona-Based Wind Projects
27 Janvier 2010APS seeks renewable energy from solar and Arizona-based wind projects
> Lire l’articleOrganizations Call for Greater Open Innovation to Advance Sustainability: GreenXchange Supported by Best Buy, Creative Commons, IDEO, Mountain Equipment Co-op, Nike, nGenera, Outdoor Industry Association, salesforce.com, 2degrees, and Yahoo!
27 Janvier 2010DAVOS, Switzerland
Today, 10 leading organizations announced the launch of the GreenXchange (GX), a Web-based marketplace where companies can collaborate and share intellectual property (IP) which can lead to new sustainability business models and innovation. Announced at a CEO breakfast at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, the organizations called on other corporations to join them in committing to opening up their IP to fast-track the development of innovative s
Lowe’s Customer Donations Reach $500,000 + and Growing for American Red Cross Haiti Relief
26 Janvier 2010MOORESVILLE, N.C.
Lowe's Companies Inc. (NYSE: LOW) announced today customers have donated more than $500,000 to assist the American Red Cross in its relief efforts for those displaced by the recent earthquake in Haiti. An additional $20,000 has been raised in Canada to assist the Canadian Red Cross. Lowe’s contributed $1 million dollars in the first 24 hours of the disaster and is challenging customers to match its pledge. All 1,700 Lowe’s stores in the United Stat
Bacardi Limited Contributes to Haitian Earthquake Relief Efforts
26 Janvier 2010Bacardi Limited has donated $50,000 for relief to aid victims of the earthquake in Haiti. Bacardi partnered with the Pan American Development Foundation, the disaster relief arm for the OAS.
> Lire l’articleMore Than $180,000 in Grants Awarded to Schools and Community Groups to Help Fight Childhood Obesity
26 Janvier 2010UnitedHealth Group has awarded over $180,000 in grants to 265 school- and community-based organizations in 35 states and D.C. that developed programs to fight childhood obesity in their communities.
> Lire l’articleSouthern Wine & Spirits of America and the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival Join America’s Efforts to Help Haiti
26 Janvier 2010MIAMI BEACH, Fla.
In an effort to assist in the ongoing relief efforts for Haiti, Southern Wine & Spirits of America, Inc. and the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by Food & Wine are pleased to announce that the Festival will donate 100% of the gross advance ticket sales from the South Beach Diet presents Fun and Fit as a Family event to the William J. Clinton Foundation’s Haiti Earthquake Relief Fund. The Festival and Southern Wine &
Hedge Funds Care to Host 12th Annual New York Open Your Heart to the Children Benefit
26 Janvier 2010NEW YORK
Hedge Funds Care, a global non-profit organization which raises funds and awareness within the hedge fund industry for programs that work to prevent and treat child abuse, announced today that it will hold its 12th Annual New York Open Your Heart to the Children Benefit on Wednesday, February 25th, 2010 at Cipriani 42nd Street (110 East 42nd Street, New York City). This year's highly anticipated event features a gala cocktail reception and the presentation of the Hedge
Cereplast Adds Plastics Industry Veteran To Powerful Sales Team
26 Janvier 2010Cereplast: Growing its Sales force
> Lire l’articleSafeway’s Haiti Relief Campaign Reaches $1.7 Million
25 Janvier 2010PLEASANTON, Calif.
Safeway Inc. (NYSE: SWY) today reported that in the span of 11 days, the company has raised or donated more than $1.7 million toward its Haiti Disaster Relief campaign. Safeway stores have collected more than $1.5 million in donations and The Safeway Foundation and Canada Safeway Foundation added $200,000, making a total contribution of just more than $1.7 million for vital relief effort. American Red Cross and UNICEF, two organizations at the forefront of th
National Grid Donates $4 Million to Those in Need
25 Janvier 2010WALTHAM, Mass.
Recognizing the need to dig deep to help financially strapped people throughout the company’s service territory, 43 percent of National Grid’s employees have pledged more than $2.1 million to the 2010 United Way campaign. As a company, National Grid will donate more than $1.3 million, bringing pledges for the recently completed campaign to a record-setting $3.4 million. The company and the National Grid Foundation also will provide a total of $820,000
Safeway’s Haiti Relief Campaign Reaches $1.7 Million, Special San Francisco Partnership Also Established
25 Janvier 2010Haiti Fundraising $1.7 Million, Special San Francisco Partnership Established
> Lire l’articleTutor Perini Corporation Ranked as the Second Largest General Building Contractor and Green Contractor in the Nation
25 Janvier 2010ENR ranks Tutor Perini Corp as the nation’s 2nd largest general building contractor, 2nd largest green contractor, 10th largest contractor, and the largest builder of hotels and convention centers
> Lire l’articleTriLinc Global Acquires Assets of The InvestLinc Group
25 Janvier 2010LOS ANGELES
TriLinc Global, LLC, a leading social impact investment company, announced the completion of the acquisition of selected assets including US-focused alternative investment funds of Ohio-based, The InvestLinc Group, LLC., a provider of private capital and life services for a unique community of wealthy families, businesses, and institutions. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. “The distinctive individuals who comprise InvestLinc’s Capital3 Community, th
Shionogi Supports Efforts for Haiti Earthquake Victims
25 Janvier 2010ATLANTA
Shionogi Pharma, Inc. today announced that U.S.-based Shionogi group companies have donated $20,000 to MedShare and MAP International to support the relief efforts for the victims of the earthquake that struck the Republic of Haiti on January 12, 2010. In addition, Shionogi & Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Osaka, Japan; President: Isao Teshirogi) today announced that it will make a donation of two million yen (approximately $22,000) through the Japanese Red Cross. Shionogi
ClearFuels and Rentech Integrated Bio-Refinery Project Awarded $23 Million Grant by U.S. Department of Energy
25 Janvier 2010DOE grant award for renewable fuels production from biomass gasification and Fischer-Tropsch.
> Lire l’articleRentech and ClearFuels Integrated Bio-Refinery Project Awarded $23 Million Grant by U.S. Department of Energy
25 Janvier 2010DOE grant award for renewable fuels production from biomass gasification and Fischer-Tropsch.
> Lire l’articleAPX Alarm Partners with International Aid Serving Kids to Assist with Haiti Relief Efforts
23 Janvier 2010PROVO, Utah
APX Alarm, one of the nation’s largest home security companies, today announced that it has partnered with International Aid Serving Kids (IASK) to help support the Haiti earthquake relief efforts. In response to Haiti's desperate need for medical supplies, IASK and APX Alarm are holding a "Medical Supply Drive" tomorrow at the new APX Alarm corporate headquarters in Provo. Local businesses and concerned citizens are encouraged to bring donations to APX Alarm
As Haiti Telethon Airs Tonight, American Refugee Committee Reports Donations from the Midwest Approach $1 Million: ''More Is Needed''
22 Janvier 2010As Haiti Telethon airs, American Refugee Committee announces nearly $1 million raised for from the Midwest for Haiti relief. More is needed. On-site crews distribute goods and services. Read more...
> Lire l’articleProduction Resuming at Hanesbrands Inc. Contract Sewing Operations in Haiti as Company Donates an Additional $2.2 Million in Earthquake Aid
22 Janvier 2010WINSTON-SALEM, N.C.
Hanesbrands Inc. (NYSE: HBI) today announced that production has resumed at its Haitian contract sewing operations affected by the Jan. 12 earthquake, putting hundreds of employees back to work as the country tries to rebuild its economy. The company also has set up a staging operation in the Dominican Republic that is supplying food, water and basic necessities for the Haitian contract workers and has donated $2.2 million worth of underwear to be widely dis
Defining the Path to Innovation and Growth The Sun Products Corporation Showcases new Technology Center in Trumbull
22 Janvier 2010WILTON, Conn.
The Sun Products Corporation, a leading North American provider of fabric care products including all®, Wisk®, and Snuggle®, today officially opened its North American Technology Center in Trumbull (CT). Located at 30 Trefoil Drive, the 46,000-square foot Technology Center will employ about 80 people including scientists, engineers and packaging designers, and complements Sun Products’ existing Research and Development facility in Salt Lake Ci
Nike Outlines Global Strategy for Creating a More Sustainable Business
22 Janvier 2010BEAVERTON, Ore.
NIKE, Inc. (NYSE:NKE) released its fiscal 2007 to 2009 Corporate Responsibility (CR) report today, which outlines the next evolution of its CR strategy from a risk management, philanthropic and compliance model to a long-term strategy focused on innovation, collaboration, transparency and advocacy to prepare the company to thrive in a sustainable economy. The company’s increased focus on Sustainable Business and Innovation (SB&I) will be more seamlessl
Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote Announces Donation for Haiti Earthquake Relief Efforts
22 Janvier 2010Pittsburgh law firm Dickie McCamey & Chilcote makes donation for American Red Cross Haiti earthquake relief fund.
> Lire l’articleEscape the Winter Chill by Exploring Trees Inside and Out at Please Touch Museum in Philadelphia
22 Janvier 2010Exploring Trees Inside and Out traveling environmental education exhibit, presented by Doubletree Hotels, opens at Philadelphia’s Please Touch Museum on Saturday, January 23.
> Lire l’articleDoubletree Donates $50,000 to Haiti Recovery as Part of Hotel Brand’s Teaching Kids to Care Program
22 Janvier 2010Doubletree Hotels has donated US$50,000 on behalf of its Teaching Kids to CARE outreach program to help support the United Nations World Food Program’s School Meals initiatives in Haiti.
> Lire l’articleParticipating U.S. BURGER KING® Restaurants to Accept Donations for Haiti Disaster Relief Beginning Jan. 21
21 Janvier 2010MIAMI
Burger King Corp. (NYSE:BKC) today announced that approximately 1,000 company-owned BURGER KING® restaurants across the United States will be accepting donations to The American Red Cross’ Haiti disaster relief efforts from Jan. 21-31. Participating locations will accept monetary donations both inside the restaurant and at the drive-thru. “Burger King Corp. is committed to supporting the relief efforts in Haiti and want to give others a fast and convenien
DJO Incorporated Makes Its Largest Ever Medical Product Donation to Aid Victims of the Earthquake in Haiti
21 Janvier 2010SAN DIEGO
DJO Incorporated (“DJO” or the “Company”) a global provider of medical device solutions for musculoskeletal health, vascular health and pain management, today announced the Company has made its largest ever donation of orthopedic medical products to aid the victims of the earthquake in Haiti. Included in the Company’s donation were orthopedic rehabilitation devices including immobilizers and splints for the neck, shoulder, arm, wrist, kne
Amerinet Supports Relief Efforts in Haiti
21 Janvier 2010ST. LOUIS
Amerinet, a leading national healthcare group purchasing organization, has initiated efforts among employees, members and suppliers to contribute to relief efforts for victims of the earthquakes in Haiti. “During this time of great tragedy and difficulty in Haiti, it is important to offer any aid and assistance available to those in need,” said Todd Ebert, Amerinet president and CEO. “Amerinet has established a fund for employees to contribute to the
Cereplast Featured in Several Media Outlets
21 Janvier 2010Media coverage for Cereplast
> Lire l’articleMedtronic Pledges $1 Million to Haiti Earthquake Relief
21 Janvier 2010MINNEAPOLIS
Medtronic, Inc. (NYSE: MDT) announced today that it has pledged $1 million through the Medtronic Foundation to support earthquake relief efforts in Haiti. Contributions could exceed $1.25 million with product and employee donations. The Foundation will match employee donations up to $250,000, with matching funds directed to Partners in Health. An additional $750,000 in grants will be directed to the rebuilding of healthcare infrastructure in Haiti. The Foundation is
Walgreens Customer Donations for Haiti Disaster Relief Efforts Top $1 Million
21 Janvier 2010DEERFIELD, Ill.
Just days into offering customers the option to make donations to Haiti disaster relief efforts at its registers, Walgreens stores across the country have collected more than $1 million. Contributions are helping the American Red Cross Haiti Relief and Development Fund send much needed assistance and aid to those affected by last week’s earthquake. Walgreens stores will continue taking customer donations through the end of the month. “This incredible
Trailer Bridge to Provide Assistance in Haiti Relief Effort Through Military Sealift Command Contract and Movement of Donated Medical Supplies
21 Janvier 2010JACKSONVILLE, Fla.
Trailer Bridge, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Market: TRBR) (the “Company”) today provided an update on its efforts as part of the global relief effort to Haiti. Trailer Bridge contracted with the Military Sealift Command (MSC), the transportation provider for the United States Department of Defense, to provide one of its vessels in support of the U.S. government’s relief efforts in Haiti. The contract term is a minimum of 90 days and may be exte
St. Luke’s Hospital & Health Network Reduces Carbon Footprint with Purchase of Renewable Energy, Avoids More Than $1 Million in Electricity Costs
21 Janvier 2010BETHLEHEM, Pa. & CHARLOTTE, N.C.
St. Luke’s Hospital & Health Network has taken a major step towards reducing its carbon footprint. By purchasing 10 percent of its electricity from renewable energy sources, the health system will realize an annual 2,900 ton reduction of carbon dioxide, a significant component of greenhouse gas. St. Luke’s also avoided more than $1 million in their annual electricity purchase costs through a competitive electronic procurement pro
Nationwide Insurance Foundation Donates $150,000 to Red Cross Haiti Disaster Relief Fund
21 Janvier 2010The Nationwide Insurance Foundation $150,000 donation to the Red Cross Haiti Disaster Relief Fund
> Lire l’articleCustomers Earn $27 Million through TXU Energy Cash Back Loyalty Reward Programs
21 Janvier 2010TXU Energy has rewarded its loyal customers with more than $27 million through TXU Energy’s cash back loyalty rewards program, which pays cash back to customers on eligible TXU Energy plans
> Lire l’articleWestern Union Helps Raise over $1,265,000 to Support Earthquake Relief Efforts in Haiti
21 Janvier 2010ENGLEWOOD, Colo.
The Western Union Company (NYSE:WU), a leader in the money transfer segment of global payments, today announced it has helped raise over $1,265,000 in support of earthquake relief efforts in Haiti. Western Union in cooperation with its Agents has activated a "No Transfer Fee" program, for a limited time, for money-transfers sent to Haiti from participating Agent locations in the United States, Canada, Dominican Republic, Jamaica and select locations in France.1
Starbucks Seeks Support of U.S. Mayors to Overcome Recycling Barriers
21 Janvier 2010SEATTLE
Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ: SBUX) is asking mayors and other municipal leaders across the United States to evaluate and improve local commercial and residential recycling systems. Currently, recycling capabilities vary considerably from city to city and county to county. This presents a significant barrier for a business with more than 11,000 retail locations in the U.S. alone. Starbucks is addressing the issue by engaging municipal governments and other key stake
Corporate Social Responsibility Weekly Recap (January 13 – January 20, 2010)
21 Janvier 2010NEW YORK
The following releases focus on Corporate Social Responsibility and moved during the week of January 13 – January 20, 2010. Follow the CSR Circuit newsfeed on www.twitter.com/BWCSRNews ALL TIME-OFFS ARE IN EASTERN TIME DALLAS -- Plug-in Electric Cars Can Lower Global Warming Emissions, Oil Consumption and Unhealthy Air Pollution (January 20, 2010 03:00 PM) Source: Environment Texas SAN JOSE, Calif. -- J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines Announces California Sustainable
Plug-in Electric Cars Can Lower Global Warming Emissions, Oil Consumption and Unhealthy Air Pollution
20 Janvier 2010DALLAS
Increasing America’s use of plug-in electric and plug in hybrid cars would dramatically reduce emissions that cause global warming and air pollution and would curb our dependence on oil, according to a new white paper released today by Environment Texas. “America’s current fleet of gasoline-powered cars and trucks leaves us dependent on oil, contributes to air pollution problems that threaten our health and produces large amounts of global warming
J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines Announces California Sustainable Winegrowing Certification
20 Janvier 2010SAN JOSE, Calif.
J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines has earned the Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing (CCSW) distinction from the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance (CSWA) for its estate vineyards in the appellations of Paso Robles and Arroyo Seco, Monterey County, as well as for its two wineries located in Paso Robles and San Jose. This certification is the end result of J. Lohr’s participation in a pioneering, statewide pilot program to establish criteria
Staples, Inc. Accepting Donations in Stores to Support Haiti Earthquake Relief Efforts
20 Janvier 2010FRAMINGHAM, Mass.
In response to the earthquake that struck Haiti last week, Staples, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPLS) is making it easy for customers to make donations in support of relief efforts. Beginning today, all Staples stores and Copy and Print Centers in the United States and Canada will accept $1 donations to benefit the International Red Cross’ Haiti Relief and Development Fund. “Like many people around the globe, Staples customers want to contribute to relief effort
TabbFORUM to Donate up to $30,000 to Partners In Health’s STAND WITH HAITI Earthquake Relief Program
20 Janvier 2010TabbFORUM to Donate up to $30,000 to Partners In Health’s STAND WITH HAITI Earthquake Relief Program
> Lire l’articleSprint Contributes $500,000 to the Nature Conservancy
20 Janvier 2010SPRINT CONTRIBUTES $500,000 TO THE NATURE CONSERVANCY
> Lire l’articleOffice Depot Recognized as One of the Top Organizations for Multicultural Business Opportunities
20 Janvier 2010Office Depot has been recognized by DiversityBusiness.com as one of the “Top Organizations for Multicultural Business Opportunities” for the tenth year in a row.
> Lire l’articleThe Coca-Cola Company, TechnoServe and the Gates Foundation Partner to Boost Incomes of 50,000 Small-Scale Fruit Farmers in East Africa
20 Janvier 2010KAMPALA, Uganda
The Coca-Cola Company, nonprofit TechnoServe, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation today launched a partnership to enable over 50,000 small fruit farmers in Uganda and Kenya to increase their productivity and double their incomes by 2014. This four-year, $11.5 million partnership will enable mango and passion fruit farmers to participate in the Company’s supply chain for the first time. With a $7.5 million grant provided by the Gates Foundation to T
Cereplast Recruits Sales and Marketing Veteran
20 Janvier 2010Driving growth at Cereplast; new Sales & Marketing Regional director
> Lire l’articleTCF Bank is accepting donations on behalf of the American Red Cross - International Response Fund for Haiti Relief. TCF to match contributions.
19 Janvier 2010WAYZATA, Minn.
TCF Bank, Your Convenience Bank, is now accepting donations on behalf of the American Red Cross International Response to assist those affected by the recent devastating earthquake in Haiti. For a limited time, for every dollar donated at a TCF Bank branch, TCF will match 100% of the contributions received up to $1,000 per contribution. Your financial gift to the American Red Cross International Response Fund will help with immediate relief and long-term recovery
FBL Financial Group Donates $10,000 to the Clinton Bush Haiti Fund
19 Janvier 2010WEST DES MOINES, Iowa
FBL Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: FFG) announced today it will donate $10,000 to the Clinton Bush Haiti Fund to help support earthquake relief efforts in Haiti. "Our hearts go out to the victims, the survivors and everyone involved in the relief effort," said James E. Hohmann, chief executive officer, FBL Financial Group. "A crisis of this magnitude calls each of us to do what we can to make a difference, and we're pleased to be able to join forces with oth
Republic Airways Donates Aircraft to Relief and Rescue Operation for Haiti Orphans
19 Janvier 2010INDIANAPOLIS
Republic Airways Holdings (NASDAQ: RJET) today announced the completion of the successful operation to rescue 53 orphaned children imperiled by the devastating earthquake that struck Haiti. Republic Airways provided the Embraer 170 jet that was used to transport the children to Pittsburgh, where they are receiving medical attention from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). Flight 9401 arrived in Pittsburgh at 9:22 this morning. Previously, the aircra
United’s Flight to Haiti Departs Tomorrow
19 Janvier 2010CHICAGO
United Airlines continues its support of the earthquake relief effort in Haiti with a flight on Wednesday between Chicago O’Hare and Port-au-Prince. United is transporting 15,000 pounds of water donated by Walgreens, 384 sleeping tents from Feed the Children and communications equipment from Airline Ambassadors. On the flight United is also carrying relief workers from some of the above organizations as well as Edge Outreach, Ramopo Haitian Task Force and World Vi
KCI Sends Critically Needed Medical Products to Haiti to Help Treat Seriously Wounded
19 Janvier 2010Kinetic Concepts, Inc. (NYSE: KCI) today announced its contribution of more than $2 million dollars worth of advanced wound care products to the Haiti relief effort.
> Lire l’articleSprint to Advance Mobile Giving Donations to Haiti Relief Charities and Waive Customer Text Message Fees to and from the Republic of Haiti
19 Janvier 2010Sprint to Advance Mobile Giving Donations to Haiti Relief Charities and Waive Customer Text Message Fees to and from the Republic of Haiti
> Lire l’articleNational Peace Corps Association Sets up Online Resources for Haiti Recovery Efforts
19 Janvier 2010NPCA announced it has created a section on its Web site to leverage the expertise and knowledge of former Peace Corps Volunteers to help support recovery efforts in Haiti.
> Lire l’articleACE to Donate $250,000 to Red Cross for Haiti Earthquake Relief; Foundation Will Match Employee Donations to Red Cross
19 Janvier 2010NEW YORK
The ACE Group today announced that the ACE Charitable Foundation will donate $250,000 to the American Red Cross Haiti Relief and Development Fund in response to last week’s devastating earthquakes. The foundation will also match ACE employee donations to the Red Cross fund on a dollar-for-dollar basis. “We are deeply saddened and disturbed by the immense loss of life, suffering and destruction that the people of Haiti have experienced,” said Evan G. G
ClearFuels Adds BNP Paribas to Commercial Development Team for Renewable Diesel and Jet Fuel Biorefineries
19 Janvier 2010AIEA, Hawaii
ClearFuels Technology Inc. (“ClearFuels”) has executed a letter of engagement with BNP Paribas to act as financial advisor to assist and support ClearFuels in securing senior secured debt financing for its commercial biorefinery projects. The agreement calls for BNP Paribas to assist and support ClearFuels with the analytical work and due diligence regarding ultimate debt financing for ClearFuels’ commercial projects. These services would be direc
Office Depot Announces Its Top-Selling Recycled Copy Paper is Now Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Certified
19 Janvier 2010Office Depot announced that its top-selling recycled content paper, Office Depot® Green™ 30% Recycled EnviroCopy™ Paper, will be Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Certified.
> Lire l’articleDenny’s Raises over a Quarter of a Million Dollars for Marine Toys for Tots Program
19 Janvier 2010SPARTANBURG, S.C.
Denny’s (NASDAQ:DENN), America’s largest full-service family restaurant chain, raised over $250,000 to mark the second year of a successful partnership with the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. “Giving back to the communities in which we serve is core to our business,” said Nelson Marchioli, chief executive officer and president of Denny’s. “This rewarding program allows us to lend a helping hand during these tough economic
Innovation, Technology and Growth – Set Theme for Dedication in Trumbull, CT
19 Janvier 2010TRUMBULL, Conn.
WHAT: Grand Opening and Dedication Ceremony The Sun Products Corporation unveils its new North American Technology Center in Trumbull, Connecticut WHERE: 30 Trefoil Drive, Trumbull, CT WHEN: Friday, January 22, 2010, 1:30pm – 3:00 pm 1:30pm Welcome and dedication ceremony 2:00pm Tour of Facility 3:00pm Event concludes WHO: The Honorable Michael Fedele, Lieutenant Governor, Connecticut The Honorable Joan McDonald, Commissioner, C
Honda Pledges Generators, Equipment And More Than $300,000 for Haitian Earthquake Relief
19 Janvier 2010TORRANCE, Calif.
Honda today announced a donation to the Red Cross of more than $300,000, as well as portable generators, water pumps, and other Honda products for use during humanitarian relief and recovery efforts in Haiti. The donation represents the collective contribution of the Honda family of companies in North America, which consists of sales, manufacturing, finance and research and development operations in the United States, Canada and Mexico, with employment of more
Joanne Woodward Newman and Newman’s Own Foundation Award $100,000 Challenge Grant to the Search Dog Foundation
19 Janvier 2010WESTPORT, Conn.
Inspired by the news of Haitian earthquake survivors located by canines trained by the Search Dog Foundation (SDF), Ms. Joanne Woodward Newman and Newman’s Own Foundation today announced a combined $100,000 challenge grant in support of SDF’s teams. “Time is of the essence in locating survivors buried in the rubble of this devastating disaster,” said Bob Forrester, president and CEO of Newman’s Own Foundation. “SDF teams are c
EMCOR Group, Inc. Will Donate up to $50,000 for Relief Aid to Haiti Earthquake Victims
18 Janvier 2010NORWALK, Conn.
EMCOR Group, Inc. (NYSE: EME), a Fortune 500® leader in mechanical and electrical construction, energy infrastructure and facilities services for a diverse range of businesses today announced it will donate up to $50,000 to assist the victims of the recent devastating earthquake in Haiti. Under EMCOR’s Touching Lives Program™, an immediate donation of $25,000 will be made to the American Red Cross™. Up to an additional $25,000 will be donat
First Data Assists Earthquake Relief Efforts in Haiti
18 Janvier 2010First Data Corporation, a global leader in electronic commerce and payment processing, today announced that it will commit $100,000 for disaster relief in Haiti.
> Lire l’articleEastman Kodak Charitable Trust Pledges $100,000 to Relief for Haiti Earthquake Survivors
18 Janvier 2010The Eastman Kodak Charitable Trust today announced a $100,000 donation to the American Red Cross relief efforts helping survivors of the Jan. 12 earthquake in Haiti.
> Lire l’articleUnum to Contribute up to $200,000 to Haitian Relief
18 Janvier 2010Unum will provide up to $200,000 in financial support for the Haitian earthquake relief effort.
> Lire l’articleArrow Electronics Helps Support Earthquake Relief Efforts in Haiti
18 Janvier 2010MELVILLE, N.Y.
In response to the devastation caused by the earthquakes in Haiti, Arrow Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: ARW) will be matching employee donations to assist in disaster recovery and relief efforts. “We believe it’s important to do what we can to help alleviate the suffering caused by this disaster,” said Michael Long, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Arrow Electronics. “We hope our employees will contribute at whatever amount the
Starbucks to Accept Red Cross Donations for Haitian Relief Efforts in U.S. and Canada
18 Janvier 2010SEATTLE
In response to the Haitian relief effort, Starbucks (NASDAQ: SBUX) today committed support and funding to the growing international relief effort. Starting today, participating Starbucks stores in the U.S. and Canada will enable customers to make monetary donations at store registers, with no purchase necessary, to benefit the American and Canadian Red Cross organizations for a limited time. The Starbucks Foundation will also donate $1 million (U.S.) from The Starbucks
Qwest Raises $80,000 for Haitian Relief
16 Janvier 2010DENVER
Employees of Qwest Communications (NYSE: Q) and the Qwest Foundation so far have raised a total of more than $80,000 to assist victims of the earthquake in Haiti. As of today, Qwest employees have pledged more than $40,000 to several aid organizations including the Red Cross, Doctors Without Borders, Yéle Haiti and the United Way Worldwide Disaster Fund. The Qwest Foundation is matching the employee donations with a gift of $40,000 to support relief efforts. “
Regions Accepting Donations for Red Cross Haiti Relief at All Branch Locations
16 Janvier 2010Regions Bank branches are accepting donations to the American Red Cross International Response Fund to help provide aid to those affected by the devastating earthquake in Haiti.
> Lire l’articleADDING MULTIMEDIA IDT Corporation Lends a Hand to Haitian Relief Effort
15 Janvier 2010IDT Corporation is employing its global presence and wide range of calling services to help its customers contact family and friends in Haiti, and to contribute to the relief effort now underway.
> Lire l’articleDell Employees Support Haiti Humanitarian Effort
15 Janvier 2010ROUND ROCK, Texas
Like others, the Dell team was horrified by the devastation and the suffering of those affected by the earthquake in Haiti. Dell people have always been counted on to recognize needs of others and respond quickly and practically, in this case with implications for saving lives. A corporate cash donation of $500,000 from Dell will be evenly split between the critical work of UNICEF and the International Red Cross to ensure that the money goes toward crucial aid
Deutsche Bank Raises $4 Million for Haiti Relief Efforts
15 Janvier 2010Deutsche Bank raised $4 million today for Haiti by donating 100% of its net US agency trading commissions.
> Lire l’articleBrown-Forman & Employees Give up to $140,000 to Haitian Relief Efforts
15 Janvier 2010LOUISVILLE, Ky.
Brown-Forman (NYSE:BFA)(NYSE:BFB) announced today that is giving the American Red Cross $100,000 to assist in relief efforts after the devastating earthquake in Haiti. Brown-Forman will also match employee donations to the American Red Cross up to $20,000, which means the company and its employees will contribute as much as $140,000 to the Haitian Relief efforts. “As with the rest of the world, the thoughts and prayers of all of Brown-Forman’s employ
NYSE Euronext Donates $250,000 to Aid Haiti Relief Efforts
15 Janvier 2010NYSE Euronext is making a total contribution of $250,000 toward relief efforts in Haiti.
> Lire l’articlePentair to Provide Relief Efforts for Water Systems in Haiti
15 Janvier 2010MINNEAPOLIS
With the reports of municipal water supplies cut off in the Haitian capital of Port-Au-Prince following the devastating earthquake in Haiti, the need for water is crucial. Pentair, Inc., a global water solutions provider, in coordination with its Foundation, is immediately donating $200,000 to fund portable water treatment systems and related supplies to Haiti. Working with the company’s charitable partner, Water Missions International (WMI), Pentair is able t
WorldHelpforHaiti Gathering Support to Earthquake Victims
15 Janvier 2010WorldHelpforHaiti is a global movement for musicians to ply their talents to benefit the Haitian disaster relief efforts. It is not a charity, nor does it accept any money.
> Lire l’articleCORRECTING and REPLACING U.S.-Based African Diaspora Entrepreneurs to Spur Job Growth in Their Native Countries with Innovative Business Plans
15 Janvier 2010ENGLEWOOD, Colo. & WASHINGTON
Third graph, first sentence of release dated Jan. 13, 2010 should read: Raymond Rugemalira of Crestline, Calif., the brainchild behind E & M Capital Corporation, won an ADM business grant for SMS messaging that will bring unprecedented levels of efficiency to buyers and sellers of crops, farm produce, livestock or livestock products in Kenya (sted Raymond Rugemalira of Crestline, Calif., the brainchild behind E & M Capital Corporation, won
CARE Partners with Sheraton Atlanta to Support Haiti Relief
15 Janvier 2010The Sheraton Atlanta is partnering with CARE to support Haiti relief.
> Lire l’articleScottrade Gives $100,000 for Haiti Earthquake Relief
15 Janvier 2010Scottrade Gives $100,000 for Haiti Earthquake Relief Online investing firm donates to two organizations to provide immediate assistance; associate fundraising efforts continue
> Lire l’articleBuild-A-Bear Workshop Sends Hugs to Haiti Earthquake Relief Effort
15 Janvier 2010Build-A-Bear Workshop supports children and families affected by the earthquake in Haiti
> Lire l’articleHewlett-Packard Company Foundation Donates $500,000 to Haiti Earthquake Relief
15 Janvier 2010The Hewlett-Packard Company Foundation has committed $500,000 – and up to $250,000 matching HP employee contributions – to the American Red Cross Intl Response Fund to support relief efforts in Haiti.
> Lire l’articleUnitedHealth Group Donates up to $150,000 to Aid Disaster Relief Efforts in Response to the Haitian Earthquake
15 Janvier 2010MINNEAPOLIS
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) donated $100,000 to the American Red Cross International Response Fund, which helps victims of countless crises around the world, including the recent earthquake in Haiti. In addition, the company will match employee contributions to charitable partner Global Impact, dollar for dollar up to $50,000. Also, OptumHealth, UnitedHealth Group’s health and wellness business, is providing a free emotional-support help line for people in
State Street Pledges Support for Haiti Disaster Relief Aid
15 Janvier 2010BOSTON
The State Street Foundation, the charitable grantmaking arm of State Street Corporation (NYSE:STT), today announced a financial commitment to support relief efforts following Tuesday’s earthquake in Haiti. State Street Corporation is one of the world’s leading providers of financial services to institutional investors. The State Street Foundation’s Disaster Relief Emergency Assistance Fund made a grant of $400,000 to Oxfam America’s Haiti Earthqua
Eaton Responds to Haiti's Catastrophe with Donation of More Than $100,000
15 Janvier 2010Eaton donates $100,000 to Haiti relief effort.
> Lire l’articleColorado Banks Donate Percentage of Transactions to The Salvation Army
15 Janvier 2010As the world mobilizes to aid the victims of Jan. 12th 7.0 magnitude earthquake in Haiti, two community banks in Colorado are helping consumers turn day-to-day transactions into donations.
> Lire l’articleDollar General Donates $100,000 to Aid Earthquake Victims in Haiti
15 Janvier 2010GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.
Dollar General Corporation (NYSE:DG) today announced a $100,000 donation to help victims recover from the devastating earthquakes in Haiti. Dollar General donated the funds to International Red Cross, which has dispatched teams to help the recovery effort. “Dollar General is dedicated to helping our friends in Haiti recover from this disaster,” said Rick Dreiling, Dollar General’s chairman and CEO. “We are committed to our mission o
U.S. Bank Commits $100,000 for Haiti Earthquake Relief Efforts
15 Janvier 2010MINNEAPOLIS
In response to the devastating earthquake that occurred in Haiti on January 12th, U.S. Bank is contributing $100,000 to the American Red Cross in support of its efforts to bring much-needed food, water, medical supplies and other services to victims. Richard K. Davis, chairman, president and chief executive officer of U. S. Bancorp stated, “The recent earthquake in Haiti has caused unprecedented devastation and tragic loss of life, and at U.S. Bank we understa
The Principal Financial Group Foundation Gives $50,000 for Haiti Relief Operations
15 Janvier 2010DES MOINES, Iowa
In show of support for Haiti relief efforts, on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010, the Principal Financial Group Foundation, Inc., made a significant financial donation to the American Red Cross, International Response Fund. “Our thoughts go out to the victims, survivors and relief workers involved in this tragedy,” said Mary O’Keefe, president, the Principal Financial Group Foundation, Inc. “We’re thankful that we can add our support to th
Walgreens to Lend Assistance to Disaster Relief Efforts in Haiti
15 Janvier 2010DEERFIELD, Ill.
Walgreens (NYSE: WAG)(NASDAQ: WAG) is donating $100,000 to the American Red Cross in response to the devastating 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti this Tuesday. The company will also match employee donations–dollar for dollar–up to $50,000. In addition, Walgreens is providing non-perishable food, water and medical supplies to the University of Miami Global Institute for Community Health and Development which has set up clinics and triage uni
Sprint Supports the American Red Cross Relief Efforts in the Republic of Haiti with $50,000 Donation from the Sprint Foundation
15 Janvier 2010SPRINT SUPPORTS THE AMERICAN RED CROSS RELIEF EFFORTS IN THE REPUBLIC OF HAITI WITH $50,000 DONATION FROM THE SPRINT FOUNDATION
> Lire l’articleCiti Pledges $2 Million to Haiti Recovery Efforts
15 Janvier 2010NEW YORK
In response to the devastating earthquake in Haiti on Tuesday, Citigroup Inc. today announced a $2 million commitment for immediate relief and recovery efforts. Citi will give $250,000 to the American Red Cross for immediate relief and the remainder will be given to local partners for medium- to long-term reconstruction efforts. Citi CEO Vikram Pandit said: “Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Haiti and the families and friends of Citi employees in Po
Books-A-Million Launches Haitian Relief Campaign With The Salvation Army
14 Janvier 2010BIRMINGHAM, Ala.
Books-A-Million, Inc. (Nasdaq: BAMM) today announced that it will collect donations to support The Salvation Army’s Haitian relief efforts. Customers will be able to make donations at all Books-A-Million stores, as well as through the Company’s website at www.booksamillion.com/helphaiti. “Through the generosity of our customers, Books-A-Million was able to aid The Salvation Army’s efforts in the aftermath of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami
Free Resources for Haitian Creole Language Learning
14 Janvier 2010NASHUA, N.H.
In support of the ongoing Haiti relief effort, Transparent Language Inc. is now making its Byki® Haitian Creole language learning software available for free download. The entire Byki collection of over 2,000 critical Haitian Creole words and phrases, normally available only in the paid Byki Deluxe product, has now been added to the Byki Express software product, which is available at no charge in Windows and Macintosh versions. Byki Express now includes the 1
Yum! Brands Directs $500,000 to Haiti Through Its World Hunger Relief Effort
14 Janvier 2010LOUISVILLE, Ky.
Yum! Brands (NYSE: YUM) announced that it is directing $500,000 from its World Hunger Relief global effort to provide food for earthquake victims in Haiti. Yum! Brands’ World Hunger Relief is the world’s largest private-sector, hunger-relief effort, spanning 110 countries, 36,000 KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Long John Silver’s and A&W Restaurants, to raise awareness, volunteerism and funds for the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP). Si
National Grid Contributes $100,000 to Red Cross Haiti Relief Effort
14 Janvier 2010WALTHAM, Mass.
National Grid is taking action to support the global effort to help the victims of the devastating earthquake that hit Haiti this week by contributing $100,000 to The American Red Cross to support relief efforts. The company also will match all employee donations to the American Red Cross for Haiti through the end of February. “The shock and devastation of the earthquake is being felt around the world, including many of the communities we serve,” said
National Grid Contributes $100,000 to Red Cross Haiti Relief Effort
14 Janvier 2010WALTHAM, Mass.
National Grid is taking action to support the global effort to help the victims of the devastating earthquake that hit Haiti this week by contributing $100,000 to The American Red Cross to support relief efforts. The company also will match all employee donations to the American Red Cross for Haiti through the end of February. “The shock and devastation of the earthquake is being felt around the world, including many of the communities we serve,” said
United Airlines and Our Customers Assist Haiti Earthquake Relief
14 Janvier 2010CHICAGO
United Airlines has several initiatives in place to support the earthquake relief efforts in Haiti. United Airlines Foundation is matching up to a total of $50,000 to the American Red Cross for monetary donations that United customers and employees are making to the organization through its International Response Fund at united.com. In addition, Mileage Plus® members and employees are donating miles to the airline's nonprofit relief partners as part of its Charity
General Mills Foundation Pledges $250,000 to Earthquake Relief in Haiti
14 Janvier 2010MINNEAPOLIS
The General Mills Foundation today announced a commitment of $250,000 to support disaster relief and rebuilding efforts in Haiti. The $250,000 commitment includes a $100,000 donation to the American Red Cross International Response Fund and a $150,000 donation to CARE International for long-term rebuilding efforts. "It's difficult to imagine the scale of this disaster and the tremendous challenges facing the people of Haiti following Tuesday’s earthquake," sai
Major League Baseball Contributes $1 Million towards Haitian Earthquake Relief Effort
14 Janvier 2010NEW YORK
Major League Baseball has pledged an immediate donation of $1 million to benefit earthquake victims in Haiti, Baseball Commissioner Allan H. (Bud) Selig announced today. The donations are being coordinated through UNICEF, which is aiding earthquake victims by providing necessary supplies to assist with recovery efforts including clean water and sanitation, medical supplies and temporary shelter. The contribution is being made on behalf of Major League Baseball, its 30
The Man, the Award: Intertek’s Spencer Hutchens Represents Excellence in Social Responsibility
14 Janvier 2010The ASQ has named it's first Social Responsibility Medal after a Senior Vice President of Intertek, Spencer Hutchens.
> Lire l’articleBankAtlantic and CBS 4’s Neighbors 4 Neighbors Join Together With Florida to Help our Neighbors in Haiti
14 Janvier 2010BankAtlantic and CBS 4’s Neighbors 4 Neighbors Join Together With Florida to Help our Neighbors in Haiti
> Lire l’articleSafeway Launches Haiti Disaster Relief Initiative
14 Janvier 2010Safeway Donates to Haiti Disaster Relief
> Lire l’articleNational Grid’s New England Corporate Office at Reservoir Woods Earns Prestigious Platinum LEED Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council
14 Janvier 2010WALTHAM, Mass.
National Grid and Davis Marcus Partners announced that National Grid’s new corporate center at Reservoir Woods in Waltham, Mass. has earned Platinum-level LEED® certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) for its state-of-the-art “green” design, construction and amenities. The building is one of only two single-tenant buildings in the world to earn LEED Platinum designation for both core and shell construction and for its com
The Humana Foundation Donating Up To $150,000 To Support Earthquake-Relief Efforts In Haiti
14 Janvier 2010The Humana Foundation is donating up to $150,000 in support of earthquake relief in Haiti. Immediately, the Foundation is sending $100,000; the Foundation will also match Humana employee donations.
> Lire l’articleCORRECTING and REPLACING Jefferies to Hold Haiti Earthquake Relief Day on January 15th
14 Janvier 2010NEW YORK
Second graph, second sentence of release should read: "Our firm will work together with our trading clients tomorrow to contribute to those in need. (sted "Our firm will work together with our trading clients this Tuesday to contribute to those in need.). The corrected release reads: JEFFERIES TO HOLD HAITI EARTHQUAKE RELIEF DAY ON JANUARY 15TH Jefferies announced today that the firm will donate all net commissions and volunteered salaries from January 15th, plus $1 mi
Aetna Takes Steps to Help Earthquake Victims in Haiti
14 Janvier 2010HARTFORD, Conn.
Aetna (NYSE: AET) has opened its employee assistance programs to all members, employees and their families who may have loved ones affected by the earthquake in Haiti. The company is also reaching out to its customers with employees in Haiti to offer medical evacuation for those injured and other assistance. For families filing a life insurance claim, Aetna is expediting the claim payment process and extending claim submission dates. "We are greatly saddened by
MoneyGram International Responds to Haitian Crisis
14 Janvier 2010MINNEAPOLIS
In response to Tuesday’s devastating earthquake in Haiti, MoneyGram International announced today a program to help Haitians living abroad send immediate relief to their loved ones in Haiti for significantly reduced fees. Through Sunday, Jan. 24, MoneyGram is offering special pricing of $1 USD* and similar pricing in foreign currencies for money transfers to Haiti from any of MoneyGram’s 186,000 locations throughout the world. As a global money transfer
Business Wire Offers Complimentary Press Release Distribution for Haiti Earthquake-Related News
14 Janvier 2010Business Wire is providing access to its media/web/mobile distribution networks at no charge for organizations and companies with critical press releases related to the Haiti earthquake.
> Lire l’articleCorporate Social Responsibility Weekly Recap (January 6 – January 13, 2010)
14 Janvier 2010NEW YORK
The following releases focus on Corporate Social Responsibility and moved during the week of January 6 – January 13, 2010. Follow the CSR Circuit newsfeed on www.twitter.com/BWCSRNews ALL TIME-OFFS ARE IN EASTERN TIME OMAHA, Neb. -- ConAgra Foods® Foundation Pledges Additional $100,000 to Support International Red Cross Relief Fund to Haiti (January 13, 2010 04:39 PM) Source: ConAgra Foods PORTLAND, Ore. -- Give an Hour™ Receives $45,000 Grant from The
