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Community Development

Stephen Curry Shoots for a Purpose-Driven Athletic Apparel Brand

Under Armour is partnering with Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry to launch a new athletic apparel brand focused on social impact.

Leon Kaye

December 1, 2020

Sustainable Living

Food Waste Among Materials Harvested in H&M’s Latest Collection

A new collection from H&M incorporates sustainable textile fibers from such feedstock as food waste, wood pulp and recycled polyester.

Ellen Delisio

December 1, 2020

Community Development

Giving Tuesday a Wake-Up Call that Traditional Philanthropy Is Broken

The millions of dollars generated on Giving Tuesday is a pittance; only 0.07 percent of what’s generated from other consumer-crazed spending holidays. 

Paul Polizzotto

December 1, 2020

Sustainable Living

The Holidays Offer Yet Another Reminder About Food Waste, and Companies Are Responding in Kind

The holidays are a reminder of the impact food waste has on the planet; now, more companies are responding with plans to take on this problem.

Leon Kaye

November 30, 2020

Community Development

Uncharted Territory in COVID-19 Crisis: Thanksgiving Travel Muddies the Mask Mandate Waters

As millions ignore public health warnings and start Thanksgiving travel, Idaho is a case study of how local business leaders are left to their own devices.

Tina Casey

November 25, 2020

Community Development

Mental Health and the Holidays: Take Care of Loved Ones, Yourself

Here are some thoughts and tips on maintaining our own mental health and caring for others, including your colleagues, as the year hurdles toward its end.

Hale Pulsifer

November 25, 2020

Sustainable Living

GM Doubles Down on Electric Vehicles, Again!

General Motors’ electric vehicles strategy is full speed ahead as CEO Mary Barra promised an increase in both investments and hiring to execute its plans.

Phil Covington

November 24, 2020

Community Development

Business Must Strive to Take on the Other Pandemic: Mental Health Struggles

On top of a resurgent pandemic, it's clear we're in the midst of a mental health crisis, one that will surely increase over the next several months.

Leon Kaye

November 17, 2020

Community Development

Why the Pandemic Exacerbated Economic Inequality in the U.S.

Economic inequality was already noticeable to many across the U.S. The coronavirus pandemic made it painfully obvious to all.

Safwan Shah

November 12, 2020

Community Development

This Black Friday, Build Supportive Ecosystems for Black-Owned Businesses

Beyond an extended Black Friday, there’s another more meaningful trend that should take hold this year - choosing to shop at Black-owned businesses.

Roya Sabri

November 9, 2020

Sustainable Living

Interface Raises the Floor on Sustainable Building Materials

Interface has recently unveiled a collection of carbon-neutral flooring products that the company says are inspired by designs found in nature.

James Byrne

November 9, 2020

Sustainable Living

Track the Impact of Your Burrito With Chipotle's New 'Real Foodprint' Tool

Called Real Foodprint, the new feature shows average values for the sustainability and animal welfare impact of all 53 of Chipotle's ingredients.

James Byrne

November 3, 2020

Community Development

The 2020 Election Memo: We Agree More Often Than Not, and Business Should Take That Cue

As the 2020 election draws closer, it's clear citizens agree more than disagree on the most important challenges - and business can respond in kind.

Richard Zacaroli

October 30, 2020

Community Development

Ecolab, Water.org Partner on Expanding Access to Clean Water

This partnership between Ecolab and Water.org is a model of how market-driven solutions can help expand access to safe and clean water.

Kate Robertson

October 29, 2020

Voices for Change

How Expensify Raised the Bar on Democracy and Corporate Social Responsibility

Expensify CEO David Barrett sent an email, and a firestorm, with a powerful get-out-the-vote message aimed at booting President Trump out of office.

Tina Casey

October 28, 2020

Voices for Change

Your Company Can Drive Civic Engagement: Here's Why Your Actions Matter

Leaders at businesses and nonprofits shared why civic engagement is so important - and why early voting so far is at an all-time high in the U.S.

Leon Kaye

October 28, 2020

Community Development

The Business Case for Ensuring Election Integrity

Doubt about election integrity, and fears over an upcoming transfer of power, leaves the business community anxious about what will happen next week.

Daniella Ballou-Aares

October 27, 2020

Community Development

Worldwide, Climate Action Is Dependent On Access to Healthcare

Access to healthcare will be vital part of the global fight against climate change, according to this new study coming out of Stanford University.

Leon Kaye

October 26, 2020

Community Development

Tech Startup Provides Barbers the Kits They Need to Boost Voter Turnout

This startup has been working with barber shops and Shape Up the Vote to boost voter turnout by making registration both simple and safe.

Leon Kaye

October 26, 2020

Community Development

This Apparel and Footwear Giant Just Invested in City Parks

City parks in four U.S. cities will score more space and other improvements, due to a grant VF Foundation recently made to The Trust for Public Land.

Leon Kaye

October 26, 2020

Community Development

Why Businesses Should Go Out of Their Way to Hire Refugees

The sharp decrease in the acceptance of refugees in the U.S. implies that immigrants don’t benefit the country - a claim that is far from the truth.

Roya Sabri

October 23, 2020

Sustainable Living

GM Reveals Hummer EV and Its Monster Performance

The Hummer EV is another step towards GM’s promised all-electric future, which will span across all the company’s brands over the next five years.

Phil Covington

October 21, 2020

Voices for Change

The Fight For Racial Justice is Intersectional: A Tale of Three Case Studies

As Conroy Boxhill of Porter Novelli-Atlanta observed during the 3BL Virtual Forum: “The fight for racial justice is not siloed.” True progress is intersectional and takes on the overlapping issues that prevent equal access to opportunity, justice and wellbeing. 

Mary Mazzoni

October 21, 2020

Community Development

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Stands Up for Diversity Training

Supporters of diversity training scored support from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, which says it has a vital role in the modern day-to-day workplace.

Tina Casey

October 21, 2020

Community Development

WWF Recommends ‘Planet-Based’ Diet for Health and Environmental Sustainability

WWF has introduced a plan it believes can attain the needed health and environmental benefits of adopting what the NGO says should be a "planet-based" diet.

Rasha Rehman

October 20, 2020

Sustainable Living

Ikea Takes a Step Toward Circularity with Buyback Program

Ikea will launch a buyback program next month, taking another step closer to circularity and its long-term sustainability goals.

Roya Sabri

October 19, 2020

Community Development

COVID-19 Has Pushed Nonprofits to the Limits, Especially Those Led by People of Color

Largely due to COVID-19, the nonprofit sector is struggling, especially organizations led by, and support the communities of, people of color.

Amelia Ahl

October 19, 2020

Voices for Change

Why Brand Activism Will Be Here to Stay, Long After 2020

The changes in consumer behavior, accelerated by this pandemic and the demands for social justice, mean one thing: brand activism is here to stay.

Heidi Schoeneck Phil White

October 16, 2020

Community Development

Achieving Social Equity Is Connected with Climate Finance

Achieving true social equity will require a focus on both addressing climate risks and ensuring some level of finance is available to all citizens.

Joyce Coffee

October 12, 2020

Community Development

For This Company, Plant-Based Foods Come From a 100-Year Vision

The surging sales of plant-based foods this year has outpaced the overall growth of the wider food sector; this brand's success in part explains why.

Rasha Rehman

October 12, 2020

Community Development

International Day of the Girl, Pandemic Edition, Is All About the Necessities

Today, International Day of the Girl, reminds us that many girls are carrying their families' burdens right now - and often they are connected to water.<br /> <br />

Vedika Bhandarkar

October 11, 2020

Voices for Change

This is a Defining Moment for CSR Leaders: Stand Out, or Lose Our Faith

Like democracy and the environment, the CSR profession is at a tipping point - and to achieve their goals, CSR leaders can't resume business as normal.

Mark Horoszowski

October 7, 2020

Voices for Change

The Climate Crisis Is Pushing Companies Toward Social and Political Activism

Businesses are finding new ways to take on bold activism as the climate crisis, calls for racial justice and the pandemic force companies off the sidelines.

Amelia Ahl

October 2, 2020

Community Development

Ending Racial Inequality Could Add $5 Trillion to U.S. GDP

A Citi report on racial inequality in the U.S. suggests ending such injustice could potentially add $5 trillion to the U.S. GDP over the next five years.

James Byrne

October 1, 2020

Voices for Change

As Diversity Training Becomes the New Red Scare, Corporate Leaders Stay Mum — For Now

The White House's demagoguing of diversity training has been met by relative silence from corporate America. DoD is a little more vocal - but not by much.

Tina Casey

September 30, 2020

Community Development

Walmart Extends a Hand Up to Indian Farmers

The Walmart Foundation took another step in its $25 million commitment to support smallholder farmers over the next five years.

Amelia Ahl

September 24, 2020

Voices for Change

Racial Injustice Has Changed How Nonprofits Operate for Social Impact

Recently, many nonprofits have adjusted their operations as a response to racial injustice so they can maximize their organizations' social impact.???????

Jenna Tsui

September 22, 2020

Voices for Change

Businesses Must Help Fix a Broken Criminal Justice System. They Should Start with the Death Penalty

Carleen Pickard of LUSH Cosmetics makes the case why businesses must strive to reform the criminal justice system - including taking on the death penalty.

Carleen Pickard

September 18, 2020

Sustainable Living

How Every Shopper Can Support Honey Bees During National Honey Month

Together with Kashi, Justin’s and Frönen, the National Honey Board is calling on shoppers to purchase select made-with-honey products to support research into honey bee health.

Roya Sabri

September 18, 2020

Community Development

Philanthropy, Race and Overcoming Lack of Access to Networks

One barrier that people of color often confront within the U.S. philanthropy community is difficulty in building strong rapport with funders.

Amy Brown

September 15, 2020

Community Development

Olay Takes on the STEM Education Gap in Latest Ad Campaign

The P&G-owned brand Olay is pushing STEM education and awareness big time in its latest advertising and social media campaigns.

Megan Amrich

September 15, 2020

Community Development

New Fund Seeks to Put Racial Equity at the Center of Philanthropy

The world of philanthropy wields powerful influence, yet too often people of color seeking their share of funding to scale social innovation are left out.

Amy Brown

September 14, 2020

Sustainable Living

U.S. Automakers Ready for a Quick Pivot to Electric Vehicles

The new partnership between GM and electric vehicles startup Nikola shows legacy automakers are ready to reshape and retool for an all-electric future.

Tina Casey

September 14, 2020

Community Development

The Corporate Vaccine Safety Pledge: Far Too Little, Far Too Late?

In the name of vaccine safety, pharmaceutical executives won't seek FDA approval for their coronavirus vaccines until they pass Phase 3 clinical trials.

Tina Casey

September 9, 2020

Sponsored

From Responsibility to Sustainability: A New Era of CSR in the Health Sector

COVID-19 Offers the Healthcare Sector an Opportunity to Address Racial Disparities — and Reclaim Trust

The COVID-19 pandemic creates an opportunity for the healthcare sector to address longstanding racial disparities and begin to rebuild trust in historically underserved communities, experts say.

Mary Mazzoni

September 8, 2020

Community Development

A Labor Day Reminder: 5 NGOs Looking Out for Workers Who Are Most Vulnerable

On Labor Day, we’re listing 5 NGOs looking out for those workers here in the U.S. who have the least protections and are the most vulnerable.

Leon Kaye

September 7, 2020

Voices for Change

The NBA Schools America on How to Secure Voting Rights

The NBA has taken a stand for voting rights by allowing arenas to become converted into voting locations for the November 3 elections.

Leon Kaye

August 31, 2020

Community Development

Uber, Lyft and AB 5: A Huge Disruption Within the Gig Economy

In California, legislators passed AB 5 to give rideshare drivers basic work protections, but the industry pushed back hard with its own proposed legislation.

Rasha Rehman

August 28, 2020

Community Development

A New Twist on Virtual Travel Tours: Fundraising for Social Impact

Virtual tours are now a lifeline for the travel sector; this company has added a twist with one in September that'll fundraise for communities worldwide.

Leon Kaye

August 28, 2020

Voices for Change

Harvard University Sends a Message to the Fossil Fuels Sector

A group of Harvard University alums insisted on taking a stand on climate action by divesting from fossil fuels - and scored a big victory last week.

Leon Kaye

August 25, 2020

Community Development

As COVID-19 Disrupts Lives Worldwide, Young Entrepreneurs Are Stepping Up

Young entrepreneurs are responding to COVID-19 with huge contributions, which in turn often lift youth, who are often the hardest hit during this pandemic.

Rasha Rehman

August 25, 2020

Sponsored

The Power of Purpose: How Companies Drive Community Impact

Can Job Training Close the ‘Opportunity Divide’ Post-Pandemic?

Investment in job training within historically underserved communities is a key lever companies can use to bolster their own pipelines while bettering the communities they serve.

Mary Mazzoni

August 24, 2020

Voices for Change

How This Tech Company's Pre-IPO Equity Pledge Helped It Align with Black Lives Matter

One business that says it is stepping up to meet the moment and support the Black Lives Matter movement is the cloud computing company Okta.

Leon Kaye

August 19, 2020

Voices for Change

Before Proclaiming Words on Black Lives Matter, Be Sure the Deeds Are Covered

As companies rushed to show allyship with the Black Lives Matter movement, one cosmetics company stood out - but then former employees spoke out.

Leon Kaye

August 19, 2020

Community Development

Women Are Being Left Out of Solutions for the Global Hunger Crisis at a Huge Cost to Society

A new report from CARE reveals how the international community is failing to solve the global hunger crisis by ignoring the role of women and girls.

Amy Brown

August 18, 2020

Sustainable Living

Can the Circular Economy Save Us? Experts are Betting on It

For this leader at Accenture, the circular economy offers the world a blueprint for a long-term economic recovery, and there’s no time to waste.

Amy Brown

August 18, 2020

Sustainable Living

Ocean Plastic Bike Grips: Another Step Toward a Circular Economy

Taking a step closer to the circular economy, Trek released a handlebar grip made of plastics that otherwise would have ended up in the globe's oceans.

Roya Sabri

August 17, 2020

Voices for Change

Companies Pressured to Stop Funding Police Foundations

A national racial justice organization is urging several Fortune 500 companies to stop funding police foundations.

Leon Kaye

August 13, 2020

Voices for Change

New BP CEO Identifies the Devastating Problem for the Fossil Fuel Sector (Spoiler Alert: Her Name is Jo)

More companies are stepping up to address employee concerns such as climate change, and that includes the oil giant BP under its new CEO.

Tina Casey

August 12, 2020

Voices for Change

Returning to the Office During COVID-19 Isn’t an Epic Idea, Say These Employees

This company told its workforce to return to the office by late September, but fears over COVID-19 led to a swift and fierce reaction from its employees.

Leon Kaye

August 12, 2020

Sustainable Living

Can the 15-Minute City Inspire Renewal for Businesses and Communities Alike?

In a 15-minute city, residents would be able to take a short walk or bike ride to school, work, shops and services - avoiding more risks linked to COVID-19.

Roya Sabri

August 11, 2020

Voices for Change

It’s Time the Restaurant Industry Shed This Legacy of Slavery

This labor coalition insists it’s time to rethink how the restaurant industry pays employees, which is based on a system that dates back to slavery.

Leon Kaye

August 10, 2020

Voices for Change

How Tech Companies Can Support Black Lives Matter and the Justice Reform Movement

Now is the time for tech companies to change the world for the better, starting with the Black Lives Matter movement and criminal justice reform.

Mary Rinaldi

August 10, 2020

Voices for Change

Snapchat Looks to Mobilize the Youth Vote in November

Snapchat unveiled its plan for the November 2020 U.S. election: Mobilize young voters with the use of technology so their voices are heard this fall.

Leon Kaye

August 7, 2020

Sustainable Living

Cadillac Charts New Direction with All-Electric Luxury SUV

The future direction of Cadillac was revealed to the public with the unveiling of the Lyriq, the brand's new luxury electric SUV.<br />

Phil Covington

August 7, 2020

Sustainable Living

The Pandemic is Unmasking Supply Chain Problems We Can’t Wipe Away Anytime Soon

The impact this pandemic has had on the supply chain reared its head again this week with Clorox announcing cleaning wipes won’t reappear until 2021.

Leon Kaye

August 6, 2020

Community Development

Unilever Navigates a Course Toward ‘Water Security for All’

Unilever says it's now teaming up with two new partners to meet three new water goals in its quest to achieve “water security for all” by 2030.

Kate Robertson

August 4, 2020

Sustainable Living

General Motors and EVgo Commit to Much Larger EV Fast Charger Network

GM says it's committed to building an extensive EV fast charger network with a focus on locations in U.S. cities and suburbs over the next five years.

Phil Covington

August 4, 2020

Voices for Change

Social Media Posts Don’t Count as ‘Brands Taking Stands’ Against Racism Unless Backed Up by Real Action

Virtually all brands have released at least one social media post, email or advertisement about racial injustice in recent months - but that's only a start.

Megan Amrich

August 3, 2020

Sustainable Living

Napapijri Jackets Score a Huge Circular Certification Win

Fashionistas seeking sustainable alternatives to what’s currently out on the market may want to take a close look at upcoming jackets designed by Napapijri.<br /> <br />

Leon Kaye

August 3, 2020

Community Development

New Threats, and Protections, in Store for Garment Workers as They Make PPE

Now, an open-source online tool that maps apparel factories has data necessary to help monitor sites where garment workers are making PPE.

Leon Kaye

July 31, 2020

Voices for Change

Your Company Agrees Black Lives Matter. Then What? Learn More, Wednesday, August 5 at Noon ET

We'll host a live talk with the Responsible Business Initiative for Justice on how companies can pursue criminal justice reform on Wed., August 5, Noon ET.

3p Editors

July 30, 2020