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Community Development

The Social Media Fuss Over Cracker Barrel Shows Why Companies Need to Just Be Authentic and Carry On

In case you missed it, the sky has fallen as Cracker Barrel decided to serve the Impossible plant-based sausage patty as an option on its breakfast menu.

Leon Kaye

August 5, 2022

Community Development

Mental Health Awareness: My Perfectly Imperfect Wellness Journey

It’s important to take the time to recharge, check in with your mental health so you can take care of both your physical and emotional self.

NortonLifeLock

August 5, 2022

Voices for Change

Activism Works: The Climate Bill is Back, For Now

Corporate activism has made a difference on the new climate bill; young staffers who will be affected by climate change also made their voices heard.

Tina Casey

August 1, 2022

Community Development

How Clean Tech Can Benefit from Inclusive Hiring

An anticipated surge in global demand for clean tech jobs will require companies across many sectors to embrace more inclusive hiring.

Gary E. Frank

August 1, 2022

Community Development

Employers’ Vigilance Needed as COVID-19 Surges, Again

Public health experts worry that COVID-19 will surge again, and employers should start taking steps now to protect their employees, customers and clients.

Tina Casey

August 1, 2022

Community Development

Clean Energy Projects Still Have a Human Rights Problem

A bullish year for the clean energy sector cannot mask the fact that such projects too often have led to human rights problem across the globe.

3p Editors

August 1, 2022

Sustainable Living

Get Over the Hemp: Jungmaven Is Pushing Apparel Companies to Embrace This Regenerative Crop

The founders of Jungmaven are determined to see that the manufacturing of textiles becomes more regenerative than polluting — with hemp being the key.

Leon Kaye

August 1, 2022

Community Development

Grants Ensure Social and Economic Inclusion for Afghan Refugees Resettling in the U.S.

This nonprofit is working with several partners to provide much needed grants for Afghan refugees who are resettling in communities across the U.S.

Janice Phelan

July 26, 2022

Community Development

Why This AI Firm is Underwriting Scholarships for LGBTQ Students

In their efforts to take on bias during hiring and in the workplace, these two companies are funding STEM scholarships for LGBTQ students.

Leon Kaye

July 25, 2022

Voices for Change

Employees Are Ready for Climate Action but Lack Direction

Companies are missing opportunities to reach their climate action goals, as many have whiffed on figuring out how to align employees in the first place.

Rasha Rehman

July 19, 2022

Community Development

#HotGirlWalk on TikTok Focuses on Achieving Goals, Not Weight Loss, With Millions of Views

A TikTok influencer has launched a wellness trend that can help empower women to find that work/life balance at the physical, hybrid or virtual office.

Janice Phelan

July 18, 2022

Community Development

The SDGs Are in Danger — And So Are We

The SDGs cover just about everything on the sustainable development front from oceans to education; but progress on them is sputtering for many reasons.

Mary Riddle

July 18, 2022

Community Development

NESsT: Connecting Refugees With Sustainable Employment

NESsT has worked for decades to support social enterprises with grant funding, training and mentorship for underserved communities.

Cisco Corporate Social Responsibility Blog

July 18, 2022

Sustainable Living

Beyond Meat Has Put a Steak in the Ground — Literally

Despite a rough several months, Beyond Meat is determined to keep rolling out new plant-based products; its latest venture is an alternative to steak.

Katie LaMarca

July 15, 2022

Community Development

Food Insecurity Is on the Rise, with Few Solutions in Sight

Food insecurity is surging across the world, and the underlying causes have existed far before the war in Ukraine threw global markets into crisis.

Johnathan Smith

July 14, 2022

Community Development

This B Corp Offers a Model in How to Sell Goods That Matter

The first certified B Corp in Louisiana has had a long journey, starting during the dark days of the BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill disaster in 2010.

Caitlin Fitzgerald

July 13, 2022

Sustainable Living

How Employers Can Lead the Electric Vehicles Cheerleading Team

Employers can do their part to help encourage employees, clients and customers to buy one of the many new electric vehicles now on the market.

Tina Casey

July 12, 2022

Sustainable Living

Gen Z and Millennial Fashionistas Grapple with Secondhand Fashion Over Conflicting Values

Instead of actually putting the breaks on the global fast fashion sector, it turns out that secondhand marketplaces have gotten in on the trade.

Riya Anne Polcastro

July 12, 2022

Community Development

Gucci Wants to Clean Up Fashion’s Dirty Laundry

Count in Gucci as one leading luxury fashion house is eager to change its image, shrink its environmental footprint and become part of the circular economy.

Mary Riddle

July 11, 2022

Community Development

What It Means to Be An Ally for People of Color After the Fall of Roe

In the wake of the Dobbs decision, here's why any talk about abortion and problems such as equitable access to healthcare must center on people of color.

Roya Sabri

July 8, 2022

Community Development

Youth Can Have That Chance If We Can Unlock Potential — All Potential

This nonprofit works with community groups and large companies to create opportunties for at-risk young adults, as in its Unlock Potential program.

Gloria Johns

July 7, 2022

Community Development

Memo to Leadership: Defining Corporate Purpose Is a Non-Delegable Duty

An alarming trend is emerging: Business leaders are being seduced by the notion that corporate purpose can be identified by majority vote.

Emily Kane Miller

July 7, 2022

Community Development

New Kiva CEO Scales Up Impact Investments Despite Risks of Economic Downturn

The new CEO at Kiva shares how the nonprofit seeks to encourage more partnerships with corporations, along with redefining how it measures social impact.

Abha Malpani Naismith

July 5, 2022

Voices for Change

The Global Sustainability Community Comes Through for Ukraine

Last month's Sustainability For Ukraine web-a-thon, featuring more than 90 speakers from around the world, raised $170,000 for the nation's civil society.

3p Editors

July 5, 2022

Community Development

How One Brand Continues to Get Social Responsibility Right

Yes, some companies have long been at it with their commitments to social responsibility not only as a high priority, but a core value — like this one.

Gloria Johns

July 5, 2022

Community Development

As We Look Back on Juneteenth, Remember: Authenticity Beats Commodification

DEI expert Diane Primo spoke with 3p about which brands managed to get Juneteenth right, and what companies should focus on for such future commemorations.

Riya Anne Polcastro

June 28, 2022

Sustainable Living

The Kitchen Sink Can Literally Fit in This Backpack — and, It’s Fair Trade

3p recently caught up with the California-based travel bag and accessories brand Peak Design to get a handle on the company's fair trade journey.

Leon Kaye

June 23, 2022

Voices for Change

Employee Activists Hit Brick Wall at SpaceX

SpaceX has recently driven itself into risk territory, and is now facing the prospect of losing out in the race to attract — and retain — top talent.

Tina Casey

June 21, 2022

Voices for Change

We Just Ran Period Workshops in Schools in South Africa & Nigeria. Here's What Happened.

Global Citizen x BeyGOOD Fellows are bringing period-positive messages to young people in South Africa & Nigeria. Here's how.

Global Citizen

June 21, 2022

Community Development

Leave the Marketing Behind for This and Any Future Juneteenth and Focus on DEI

So, what should businesses interested in recognizing Juneteenth do? We offer suggestions on encouraging honoring this celebration instead of exploiting it.

Riya Anne Polcastro

June 20, 2022

Community Development

Juneteenth, 2022: The Good News and Bad News

Yes, let's celebrate Juneteenth, but let's remember that over the past 157 years, the notion of “being equal” for most Blacks has not been fully realized.

Gloria Johns

June 19, 2022

Community Development

Why Businesses Need to be Alert and Acting On and Beyond Juneteenth

It’s time for all Americans to learn about Juneteenth — and not just how it came to be, but also how its celebration can help move the U.S. forward.

Roya Sabri

June 17, 2022

Sustainable Living

Giving Toys a Second, Third and Fourth Life with Mattel PlayBack

This recycling program allows consumers to return Barbie Dreamhouses, Mega Bloks and Thomas toy engines — and gives Mattel new opportunities for innovation.

Roya Sabri

June 17, 2022

Community Development

Food Insecurity Is Becoming Worse — Here’s Why, and What We Can Do

Food insecurity is surging worldwide, with 750,000 people now at risk of starvation or death, and up to 50 million people at risk of succumbing to famine.

Andrew Kaminsky

June 17, 2022

Voices for Change

Join Us: Sustainability For Ukraine Fundraiser, Tuesday, June 21

Join us for a 24-hour web-a-thon on the future of sustainability, and a fundraiser for civil society in Ukraine, on Tuesday, June 21, starting at 8:00am ET.

3p Editors

June 16, 2022

Community Development

Skoll Foundation Keeps Funding and Seeking Transformative Social Change

The Skoll Foundation's success in funding social impact programs continues with Common Future, which bridges the funding gap for Black entrepreneurs.

Gloria Johns

June 16, 2022

Sustainable Living

Honest Tea May Be Down, But Don’t Count Out Purpose-Based Products Yet

Despite its demise, the story of Honest Tea suggests a market does exist for purpose-driven brands within the food and beverage sector.

Riya Anne Polcastro

June 14, 2022

Community Development

How Unilever and EY Help Support Clean Water Entrepreneurs Worldwide

The Transform initiative, with support from Unilever, EY and the U.K. government, works with clean water entrepreneurs in South Asia and sub-Saharan Africa.

Kate Robertson

June 14, 2022

Community Development

Racial Equity in Corporate America: Some Glimmers of Optimism

Just Capital's latest survey on racial equity in corporate America reveals some promise, but the dearth of reporting reveals much work lies ahead.

Gloria Johns

June 13, 2022

Sustainable Living

Vegan Cheese is Here to Stay, But the Awful Taste Isn’t

Eliminating cheese is among the hurdles people face when shifting to a plant-based diet, but So Delicious is changing perceptions with plant-based products.

Katie LaMarca

June 13, 2022

Community Development

How Pride and Purpose Within and Beyond Lego Drives Its 'A-Z of Awesome' Campaign

The latest campaign at Lego continues the toymaker's strategy of actively promoting representation and creativity through purpose-driven means. 

Riya Anne Polcastro

June 10, 2022

Voices for Change

Business Leaders Recalibrate to Protect Election Integrity

A coalition of business leaders has launched a partnership with goals to protect election integrity in the U.S. and build trust in democratic institutions.

Gary E. Frank

June 6, 2022

Community Development

Fear of 'Getting it Wrong' With Diverse Ads Can be Mitigated Through Inclusive Talent and Leadership

For inclusive marketing, particularly diverse ads, to really mean anything, companies behind such campaigns must diversify their staff and c-suite, too.

Riya Anne Polcastro

June 3, 2022

Sponsored

Force for Good: Giving Back to Communities Nationwide

How America’s Second Largest Cancer Charity Changes (and Saves) Lives

We spoke with the CEO of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society to find out more about how the second largest cancer-focused nonprofit in the U.S. works to meet patient needs — and learn what brands can do to help. 

Mary Mazzoni

June 2, 2022

Sustainable Living

No Way, Plant-Based Whey? Yes Whey!

Strive Nutrition now incorporates a plant-based whey protein in its line of beverages that are completely free of any animal products.

Shelby Gorstein

June 2, 2022

Community Development

A Memorial Day Message from 3p

We’d be remiss if on Memorial Day, we didn't offer a few ideas on how to remember those who have lost their lives at times of war.

3p Editors

May 30, 2022

Community Development

How NAF and American Express Prepare Students for the Future of Work

For 35 years, American Express and the nonprofit NAF have worked together to offer a more innovative educational experience to disadvantaged students.

Rasha Rehman

May 26, 2022

Voices for Change

Beyond the Midterms: How Social Impact Builds Long Term Allies

Many in Washington, D.C. are already backing off any engagement with Democrats, and are expected to dismiss ESG-related challenges; but this is a mistake. 

Lindsay Singleton

May 26, 2022

Voices for Change

World Central Kitchen is Now the Largest Food Relief Operation in Ukraine

Across Ukraine, World Central Kitchen has established dozens of warehouses spanning the nation and is currently reaching more than 230 cities and towns.

Roya Sabri

May 24, 2022

Sustainable Living

This Company Says Its Compostable Packaging Can Help Tackle the Ocean Plastics Crisis

This Israel-based company says its compostable packaging is one solution that can help take on the world's growing ocean plastic pollution crisis.

Gary E. Frank

May 24, 2022

Community Development

Why Netflix’s 'Heartstopper' Must Be on Any Leader’s Binge-Watching List

Anyone in a position of leadership should binge on the teen 'dramedy' Heartstopper to grasp what many in the LGBTQ experience and feel day after day.

Leon Kaye

May 23, 2022

Community Development

3M’s Annual State of Science Index Gives Some Optimism

According to the latest 3M State of Science Index, Americans of all ages now have a high trust in science, at a higher rate than before the pandemic.

Gloria Johns

May 20, 2022

Sustainable Living

Going Beyond Burgers, European Startup Makes the Impossible: Plant-Based Steak

This Slovenia-based startup has just brought to market a plant-based filet mignon, and its first release of cow-free steaks sold out within eight hours.

Leon Kaye

May 20, 2022

Sustainable Living

More Consumers Doubtful Recycling Works, Study Reveals

Despite a strong desire to help the environment by recycling, U.S. consumers are rapidly losing faith that what's being tossed into blue bins is recycled.

Dave Armon

May 18, 2022

Community Development

4 Companies Stepping Up for Military Appreciation Month

Military Appreciation Month is an opportunity here in the U.S. to honor these citizens' ongoing sacrifices; we profile four companies' work on this front.

Leon Kaye

May 17, 2022

Sustainable Living

The Pandemic Didn’t Stop REI from Pushing Forward on the Circular Economy

The pandemic didn't thwart REI from its circular economy strategy: In 2021, the co-op grew its used gear revenue by 86 percent from the previous year.

Katie LaMarca

May 17, 2022

Sustainable Living

Allbirds Further Proves Athletic Gear Can Be High-Performance and Sustainable

Allbirds has just rolled out a new running shoe that the brand says helps solve the problems that come along with improved, high-performance athletic gear.

Leon Kaye

May 17, 2022

Community Development

Xylem and CNote Partner to Invest in Underserved Communities Across the U.S.

Xylem will invest $5 million in financial institutions that focus on underserved communities of color and rural communities across several U.S. states.

Gary E. Frank

May 13, 2022

Sustainable Living

Meet the Climate Scientist Heading Sustainability and Government Affairs at Audi

Four years into his current role at Audi, this executive spoke with us about why the automaker has placed sustainability and government affairs in one role.

Phil Covington

May 12, 2022

Community Development

Extreme Heat: We Are ‘Not Playin’ in Miami and Beyond

As with many climate resilience interventions, local governments lead, and when it comes to extreme heat, companies can easily adopt their tactics.

Joyce Coffee

May 12, 2022

Voices for Change

Syrian Immigrant Rewrites Playbook on Tackling Food Insecurity in the U.S.

Growing up in Syria, Maen Mahfoud had long witnessed food insecurity; now, his nonprofit tackles food waste by focusing on food service companies.

Kate Robertson

May 6, 2022

Voices for Change

CVS Sets a New Standard for Retailers on Reducing Plastic Waste

With a nudge from Green Century, CVS recently announced its goal to reduce virgin plastic in its store-brand packaging by 50 percent by 2030.

Gary E. Frank

May 6, 2022

Voices for Change

21st-Century Capitalism Meets the Pope

Pope Francis has long called for a more inclusive capitalism, and this group of companies is following his lead; we profile one company in particular.

Gloria Johns

May 3, 2022

Sustainable Living

From Finland, Rens Pushes Sustainable Apparel Forward with Coffee Hoodie

Following the rollout of its first sneaker made from coffee grounds, Finland-based Rens has launched a hoodie made from the same upcycled materials.

Chloe Skye Weiser

May 3, 2022

Sponsored

Closing the Gap: Equalizing Access to Economic Opportunity

Closing the Equity Gap in Technology

Black and Hispanic students who take computer science classes before college are seven to eight times more likely to major in computer science, demonstrating the importance of expanding access.

Abha Malpani Naismith

April 27, 2022

Community Development

Tractor Supply Makes the Case for Investing in BIPOC, LGBTQ and Women Farmers

Included in the community work the retailer Tractor Supply has embarked upon is partnering with a nonprofit to support women, BIPOC and LGBTQ farmers.

Leon Kaye

April 26, 2022

Community Development

Study Links the Location of Oil and Gas Wells with Redlined Neighborhoods

A new study about redlined neighborhoods finds a strong correlation between structural racism and the siting of active and inactive oil and gas wells.

Terry E. Cohen

April 25, 2022

Sustainable Living

New Online Marketplace Helps Consumers Find Sustainable, Allergy-Friendly Foods

GreenChoice empowers shoppers looking for more nutritious and responsibly-soured foods, while helping them avoid various allergens while they shop.

Riya Anne Polcastro

April 25, 2022

Sustainable Living

Here’s a Guide to Help You Wade Through All the Earth Day Jibber Jabber

Earth Day now comes with an onslaught of marketing messages and confusing terms, but this online glossary helps people sort through the April 22 clutter.

Leon Kaye

April 21, 2022

Sustainable Living

Six Things to Know About the Current State of the Plant-Based Protein Sector

Good Food Institute has long covered the plant-based protein industry in great depth; we've gleaned six big takeaways from its most recent set of reports.

Leon Kaye

April 18, 2022

Community Development

As the IRS Keeps Targeting the Poor, Companies Gain Opportunities to Step Up and Assist Marginalized Citizens

Taxes are due today, a reminder that the IRS continues on with its policy of auditing poorer families at five times the rate of everyone else in the U.S.

Leon Kaye

April 18, 2022

Sustainable Living

Evrnu Pushes the Apparel Industry to Embrace the Circular Economy

Evrnu recently launched what it says is the world’s first high-performance recyclable lyocell material made from 100 percent textile waste.

Shelby Gorstein

April 18, 2022