Month: February 2023

I grew up 228 miles northwest of New York City in a rural village dotted with small farms. It was in this environment that I felt closest to planet Earth. I spent summers barefoot, with my toes between blades of grass. At night I could hear the small chorus frogs (also known as the spring peeper) while fireflies danced in the field behind our house. My third-grade teacher would take us on long walks in the woods, sharing her knowledge about every insect, animal, and plant we saw. My mom carefully tended her garden, growing lots of healthy vegetables for us to eat and composting leftover scraps.

I didn’t feel a distinct separation between nature and our home life because we could open our windows or doors and instantly experience singing birds, swaying trees, and rolling hills. When I went away to college and moved to a more urban environment, I felt pulled away from that oneness with Earth. I now had to make an effort to spend time outside or walk in the woods. And when I started my career, sometimes I felt like I didn’t have the time or energy to immerse myself in nature. I still did some small acts of kindness for Earth, like recycling, unplugging devices I wasn’t using, or taking cloth bags to the grocery store. As the news about climate change grew worse, I started to feel guilty. I had the privilege of enjoying all the beauty and resources that planet Earth offers us but didn’t take enough actions to improve her health.

Now working on sustainability communications, I’m working more closely with issues around the climate crisis. At the same time, I also see dedicated people working hard to make a difference for the planet. Collaborating with these amazing individuals across Cisco is not only inspiring but motivating as well. There is the saying that “actions speak louder than words,” so instead of continuing to profess my love for Earth, I want to share five actions Cisco is taking to help create a more sustainable and regenerative future for our planet:

Cisco’s net zero goal

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”), heat is retained in the atmosphere because greenhouse gas (“GHG”) emissions trap some of Earth’s outgoing energy. This trapped heat alters climate and weather patterns, which can lead to more frequent and more severe natural disasters like hurricanes, floods, and droughts.

Net zero is a state where we add no incremental GHGs to the atmosphere. In September 2021, Cisco set a goal to reach net zero GHG emissions across its value chain by reducing our absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions 90% by 2040 compared to our 2019 fiscal year, and neutralizing any remaining emissions by removing an equal amount from the atmosphere. And, we have near-term targets that support the net zero goal that you can learn more about in Cisco´s 2022 Purpose Report and related supplemental information located on our environmental, social, and governance (“ESG”) Reporting Hub.

Cisco’s 2040 net zero goal and near-term targets are approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (“SBTi”) under its Net-Zero Standard. SBTi validation means we must prioritize deep emissions reductions required by climate science, and can use offsets for no more than 10 percent of our emissions reduction.

Improving product energy efficiency

As a large, global company, we want to do our part to decrease the GHG emissions associated with our business and help our customers do the same.

Because many of our products operate 24/7 and stay in use for several years, the majority of our emissions result from our customers’ use of our products. Cisco is looking into how our products can use less energy while performing at the same standard. According to the U.S. Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy, one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to address climate change is through energy efficiency.

To reduce the emissions associated with the use of our products, we are making improvements in four key areas: power; thermal (i.e., the heat they generate); high-speed interconnects and Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (“ASICs”); and integration into our customer facilities (read more in our Purpose Report and ESG Reporting Hub).

Reducing our use of plastics

According to the United Nations Environmental Programme (“UNEP”), around “7 billion of the 9.2 billion tonnes of plastic produced from 1950-2017 became plastic waste, ending up in landfills or dumped.”

Virgin plastics are made from materials that have never been used or processed. In fiscal year 2021, we exceeded our goal to decrease use of virgin plastics in products by 20% compared to a fiscal year 2018 base year. Building on the momentum and key learnings from this goal, we recently set a new goal that by our fiscal year 2025, 50% of the plastic used in our products (by weight) will be made of recycled content. The plastics included in this goal exclude those contained in commodity components sourced from suppliers (e.g., plastic screws, fans, and cables).

As part of our journey to minimize the use of virgin plastic, our teams are sourcing more recycled plastic parts and designing our products to reduce the need for plastic parts more generally. For example, select models of our 8800 Series IP phones consist of 68% recycled plastic, and some products in our Catalyst series of network switches were designed without bezels, the plastic cosmetic surface on the outside of a device.

Increasing our use of renewable electricity

According to the UN, the main cause of climate change is society’s reliance on energy generated from fossil fuels, and renewable energy like wind and solar can help us tackle the climate crisis.

Cisco operations account for only 1% of our total GHG emissions. However, we remain committed to reducing GHG emissions in our operations by procuring renewable electricity and improving the efficiency of our offices, laboratories, and data centers.

Increasing our use of renewable electricity is a fundamental part of our strategy. In fiscal year 2022, 89% of our global electricity came from renewable energy sources, including 100% in the United States, Canada, and several European countries. We are ramping up both our onsite and offsite renewable energy efforts, targeting approximately 5 MW of new onsite solar and securing over 500 MW of new long-term renewable energy contracts by the end of fiscal year 2025. We are actively evaluating long-term power purchase agreements (“PPAs”) in India and Europe that would collectively add over 100 MW of new solar and wind developments to these regions.

Making it easy to return products for reuse and recycling

According to the UNEP, “The world produces as much as 50 million tonnes of electronic and electrical waste (e-waste) a year, weighing more than all commercial airliners ever made. Only 20% of this is formally recycled.”

Cisco has had programs for over two decades to facilitate product returns for reuse and recycling, offer comprehensive service and repair, and remanufacture used equipment for sale through Cisco Refresh. These programs can create a second life for equipment, saving the resources required for new manufacturing and reducing waste.

In fiscal year 2022, Cisco Capital launched Cisco Green Pay, a circular IT payment solution that makes it easier for customers to build a sustainable technology strategy. It provides a path for customers of all sizes to acquire Cisco sustainable solutions. The program offers predictable payments for five years, with a 5% incentive on equipment at the outset, while Cisco retains ownership. This and our other long-standing programs focused on product return and reuse help us make progress toward our PACE Capital Equipment pledge.

Steps you can take to show planet Earth that you care

Want to give planet Earth some love today and every day? Here are ten actions from ActNow, a UN campaign for individual action on climate change, that you can take:

Save energy at home by using LED light bulbs, washing laundry with cold water, and switching to energy-efficient appliances.Walking, biking, or taking public transit will reduce GHG emissions, and carpooling is also an option when you need to use a vehicle.Eating more vegetables can significantly lower your environmental impact since plant-based foods can be produced with less energy, land, and water.Consider how you travel, especially since airplanes burn large amounts of fossil fuels. When you can, meet virtually or avoid long-distance trips.Throw away less food because food that ends up in a landfill produces methane, a potent GHG. It is best to only buy what you need and compost leftovers.Reduce, reuse, repair and recycle when you can because electronics, clothing, and other things we buy cause carbon emissions at each point in their production.Change your home’s energy source by installing solar panels on your roof or asking your utility company for other renewable options.Switch to an electric vehicle (“EV”) to help reduce air pollution since EVs cause significantly less GHG emissions.Make your money count by purchasing from companies that use resources responsibly and are committed to reducing emissions and waste.Speaking up and getting neighbors, colleagues, friends, and family to take action is one of the simplest and most effective ways to make a difference.

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SAN FRANCISCO, February 14, 2023 /3BL Media/ – SkillUp Coalition, a national collaboration of nonprofits, training providers, and employers, today announced a $1.5 million grant from Truist Foundation to develop a remote jobs catalog. The jobs catalog aims to surface thousands of highly-quality, remote jobs, particularly for job seekers in rural areas.

“It’s undisputed that remote work is here to stay. But if we’re honest, the benefit will largely accrue to those with the means, opportunity, and pedigree (i.e., a college degree) to explore remote work,” said Steve Lee, Executive Director, SkillUp. “The important question is how do we up the ante; how do we provide access to remote work for historically marginalized populations, and specifically, for job seekers in rural communities? That’s what SkillUp’s remote jobs catalog – supported by Truist Foundation – aims to do. For rural areas, especially those in historically distressed regions, this presents the chance to reshuffle the traditional economic development deck. Those who live in areas that have not traditionally participated in remote work opportunities will be able to cast a wider net when job seeking, making previously unattainable employment a possibility. In short, remote work has the opportunity to level the playing field between rural and urban areas when it comes to high-paying and high-skilled work.”

With U.S. job openings reaching 11 million in December 2022, more and more employers are turning to remote-based opportunities to bring in new talent, particularly in the fields of business, tech, and healthcare. Searches for remote digital jobs increased in urban areas during the pandemic, and the gap in interest between rural and urban counties shrunk to just 30 percent of what it was pre-pandemic. The percentage of job searches for remote digital jobs in small urban and rural counties increased by 64 percent between February 2020 (pre-pandemic) and February 2022 (to 72 percent in February 2022, up from 44 percent two years earlier).

“Truist Foundation is dedicated to building career pathways to economic mobility for systemically disadvantaged workers, including women and people of color without college degrees or living in rural areas,” said Lynette Bell, president of Truist Foundation. “We are proud to invest in programs, like SkillUp’s remote jobs catalog, that remove barriers and create a more equitable employment ecosystem for all. This new tool will provide workers access to resources they need to attain high-quality jobs, while simultaneously offering an untapped talent pool for businesses across the country.”

The to-be-developed remote jobs catalog will leverage the existing SkillUp platform, which has supported more than 1.3 million workers since its launch in July 2020. SkillUp currently identifies over 30 gateway occupations – jobs that don’t need a 4-year degree, pay a good wage, and unlock pathways to high-opportunity careers. SkillUp then connects job seekers to a quality, vetted training catalog of more than 900 regional and national short-term training programs (12 months or less) that align with in-demand career fields. Over 500 training programs can be completed online or in hybrid environments and more than 140 programs are offered at no cost. The SkillUp ecosystem also provides career exploration, 1:1 and group career coaching, job connections, and resources to support workers at any stage of their career journey.

The new remote-based job catalog is expected to be released by Labor Day 2023. If you are a training provider, employer, technology & service provider, or nonprofit interested in joining SkillUp, please visit www.skillup.org/partners/.

About SkillUp Coalition

Founded in July 2020, SkillUp Coalition is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that connects workers with the right tools, resources, and support so they can make confident career shifts, find quality living-wage jobs, and position themselves for promising career growth. Since its founding, SkillUp has connected 1.3 million workers to career, training, and job support throughout the country.

The coalition brings together over 90 leading organizations including training and education providers, technology developers, policymakers, employers, and philanthropies. In addition to its national reach, SkillUp operates local partnerships in the Bay Area, Los Angeles, Florida, Louisiana, Northern Nevada, Philadelphia, New York City, Ohio, Eastern Kentucky, and Dallas.

SkillUp proudly advocates for an affordable, equitable, upskilling ecosystem that ensures every worker has high-opportunity employment. For more information, please visit www.skillup.org or follow on Instagram, Facebook, or LinkedIn.

About Truist Foundation

Truist Foundation is committed to Truist Financial Corporation’s (NYSE: TFC) purpose to inspire and build better lives and communities. Established in 2020, the foundation makes strategic investments in nonprofit organizations to help ensure the communities it serves have more opportunities for a better quality of life. Truist Foundation’s grants and activities focus on building career pathways to economic mobility and strengthening small businesses. Learn more at Truist.com/Purpose/Truist-Foundation.

Media Contacts:

Desiree Jewell, VP of Marketing & Communications, SkillUp: desiree.jewell@skillup.org 
Kristen Fraser, Truist: media@truist.com

As global respondents look to change jobs in the next 12 months, awareness of career and training options is lowTo tackle these misconceptions and bring STEM education closer to underrepresented communities, IBM is adding 45 IBM SkillsBuild collaborations around the world

ARMONK, N.Y., February 14, 2023 /3BL Media/ – Job seekers, students, and career changers around the world want to pursue roles related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) across different industries, but say they are not familiar with career options. At the same time, online training and digital credentials are emerging as a recognized pathway to opportunity as respondents plan to seek new jobs in the year ahead.

These were some of the global findings from a new study that IBM unveiled today. The study*, administered by Morning Consult and commissioned by IBM, is based on more than 14,000 interviews of students, people seeking new jobs, and people seeking to change careers, located across 13 countries. Respondents also cited concerns that career options may not be available to them. These findings contrast with market data that employers are investing in the reskilling of their current workforce to keep pace with rapid advances in technology and stay relevant in the modern, digital economy.

“Technology training can have a transformational effect on a person’s life,” said Justina Nixon-Saintil, IBM Chief Impact Officer. “There are many misconceptions about what’s needed to pursue a rewarding and lucrative career in today’s rapidly advancing workplace. This is why we must raise awareness of the breadth of science and technology roles that exist across industries. Together with our IBM SkillsBuild partners, we’re highlighting the many pathways that exist for underrepresented communities to pursue futures in tech.”

To help tackle these misconceptions and bring STEM education closer to historically underrepresented communities in the field, IBM is announcing today 45 new educational partners around the world. These IBM SkillsBuild collaborations across social service, economic development, and vocational organizations, as well as government agencies, and universities, will make free online learning widely available, with clear pathways to employment. Many of these organizations focus on specific communities that are underrepresented in technology and will help skill women, including mothers returning to the workforce, ethnic minorities, low-income individuals, and refugees. [Full list of collaborations below]

Study Shows Misconceptions and Opportunities in Tech and Beyond

The IBM / Morning Consult study revealed perceptions from interviewed students, career changers, and job seekers who are interested in a role in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM):

Misconceptions around STEM training: it’s too expensive, learners don’t know where to start, and don’t know enough about digital credentials. 

61% of respondents think they are not qualified to work in a STEM job because they don’t have the right academic degrees40% of students say the greatest barrier to professional or technical skill development is that they don’t know where to start60% of respondents worry that digital credentials may be costly to obtainBeing able to continue to work while earning a credential is particularly important to career changers

Learners and workers around the world are planning to make a change, with about 60% of respondents looking for a new job in the next 12 months. 

61% of students and career changers are actively looking for a new job now or plan to within the next yearMore than 80% of all respondents have plans to build their skills in the next two yearsAt least 90% are confident they can develop skills or learn something new from an online program

Awareness of options around different STEM roles across industries is low, and many are concerned these careers won’t pay enough. 

50% of respondents are interested in pursuing a STEM-related job64% of career changers are not familiar with STEM jobsMany respondents are unsure of which careers are considered to be a STEM job62% of respondents share concerns that they won’t be able to find a STEM job that pays enough to support themselves or their family

Respondents are optimistic that roles in STEM fields across sectors will increase in the future, and that digital credentials are a good way to supplement traditional education and increase career opportunities.

66% of all respondents think that STEM jobs across industries will increase over the next decade86% of those respondents who have earned a digital credential agree that it helped them achieve career goals75% of all respondents agree that digital credentials are a good way to supplement traditional educationIncreased career opportunities and qualifications were the top reasons why respondents across the globe said they wanted to earn digital credentials

45 New Collaborations Around the World

Through a holistic approach to investing in the future of work, IBM is supporting learners and helping tackle their misconceptions about technology and STEM careers. IBM SkillsBuild is bringing free technology training available to learners all over the world, with a focus on underrepresented communities in tech. Online training, like the courses offered by IBM SkillsBuild, is most effective when it is delivered collaboratively with local partners. Community experts enrich course content through project-based learning and connect learners with real career opportunities. To this end, today IBM SkillsBuild is proud to announce 45 new and expanded collaborations around the world:

Brazil: Inteli; MastertechChina: University of PetroleumCosta Rica: Asociación Costarricense de Iniciativas de Desarrollo (CINDE)Czech Republic: CzechitasFrance: CY Cergy Paris Université; Social Builder India: GSHEC-Goa State Higher Education Council; Gurukul Kangri University-Haridwar; Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women; ISA – International Solar Alliance; KRIES – Karnataka Residential Educational Institutions Society; KSDC- Karnataka Skill Development Corporation; National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology (NIELIT); OSDA – Odisha Skill Development Authority; RV College of Engineering; Sister Nivedita University-Kolkata; Tamil Nadu Skill Development CorporationIndonesia: PT Kinema Systrans Japan: Freelance Association Japan FAJ Malaysia: EduNxt Global Sdn Bhd UniversityNew Zealand: Yoobee Colleges Limited Qatar: Community College of QatarSouth Africa: Innovolution Educational Programmes; Nelson Mandela University; Sefako Makgatho University of Health Sciences; WeThinkCode_, YiEDISweden: New to Sweden, Young ScientistsTaiwan: Gap of Learning & Field (GOLF)United Arab Emirates: Abu Dhabi University; University of Wollongong in Dubai; Zayed University            United States: CompTIA; Digital Promise; Franklin Apprenticeships; HDG University; ITExperience; Junior Achievement of Arizona; Mom Relaunch; Rise — The Mom Project; The Wond’ry at Vanderbilt University; Transition Overwatch; University of the Cumberlands

Through collaborations like these, IBM continues to progress towards its commitment to skill 30 million people globally by 2030.

*Methodology: This study was conducted by Morning Consult on behalf of IBM from November 2 – December 20, 2022. The study was conducted among a sample of 4,926 Students, 4,629 Job Seekers, and 4,628 Career Changers in 13 countries (Brazil, Canada, Egypt, France, Germany, India, Japan, Mexico, Singapore, Spain, UAE, UK, and the US).

About IBM SkillsBuild 

IBM SkillsBuild is a free education program focused on underrepresented communities in tech, that helps adult learners, and high school and university students and faculty, develop valuable new skills and access career opportunities. The program includes an online platform that is complemented by customized practical learning experiences delivered in collaboration with a global network of partners.

The open version of IBM SkillsBuild is an online platform that offers over 1,000 courses in 19 languages on cybersecurity, data analysis, cloud computing, and many other technical disciplines — as well as in workplace skills such as Design Thinking. Most important, participants can earn IBM-branded digital credentials that are recognized by the market.

The enhanced partner version of IBM SkillsBuild may also include workshops, expert conversations with IBM coaches and mentors, project-based learning, access to IBM software, specialized support from partners through the learning process, and connection to career opportunities.

Focused on a Thrive25 sustainability goal to reduce energy use, Sappi North America has also successfully reduced water and steam use at the Cloquet Mill.

Sappi’s Thrive25 sustainability goal seeks to reduce total specific energy use by 1% annually for five years. The Cloquet project resulted in saving over 2 million gallons of water and 3.2 million pounds of steam; it also increased production through increased black liquor firing, all of which exceeded the 1%-a-year energy reduction goal.

The Cloquet Mill initiated a Rapid Lean Six Sigma energy project to target TUBEL super-concentrator evaporator flush reduction.

The goal of the TUBEL flushing project was to reduce the flush water volume by 25%, ultimately reducing the amount of energy needed to reprocess the flush water by 25%. The team reevaluated flushing techniques, triggers, durations, and sources of water. Ultimately, the project established new flushing operational parameters, implemented best practices for flushing duration, and achieved over double the initially planned savings.

These types of energy reductions can be achieved in several ways, including capital investment, operational efficiency improvements, and targeted continuous improvement projects, such as Cloquet’s successful Rapid Lean Six Sigma project.

PARIS, February 14, 2023 /3BL Media/ – The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) is pleased to present the participants of its newly formed Environmental Working Group (EWG). As the consumer goods industry’s benchmark of choice to help drive trust and harmonisation among sustainability standards worldwide, the SSCI launched its EWG to develop benchmark criteria that will expand the SSCI Benchmark’s scope from social to environmental sustainability.

The members of the EWG are Rita Bielinski, Director, Operations Sustainability, Land O’Lakes; Jessica Meisinger, Global Sustainability, Animal Health, Merck Animal Health; Janis McIntosh, Director of Marketing Innovation and Sustainability, Naturipe Farms; and Jo Ennion, Group Head of Environment, Sainsbury’s.

The EWG is also chaired by Tamara Muruetagoiena, Director of Sustainability at the International Fresh Produce Association.

Said Muruetagoiena, “As Chair of this Working Group and through my connections to the fresh produce growing and production community, I will ensure the perspectives of fruit and vegetable growers are part of the SSCI’s efforts to build trust and drive harmonization among environmental sustainability standards worldwide. At this moment in our history, it’s never been more crucial to discover social, economic, and environmental opportunities for the global fresh produce community through sustainable actions, and I am proud to represent the global fresh produce community’s and IFPA’s voice on this Working Group.”

Didier Bergeret, Director of Sustainability, The Consumer Goods Forum, added, “The SSCI is pleased to be working with this group to unpack the complexities of the environmental sustainability field and deliver a set of industry expectations for how businesses should approach and verify sustainability. With Tamara’s leadership and the dedication and experience of the group’s sustainability experts, I look forward to advancing on our goals and creating wider impact throughout the industry.”

Companies and organisations interested in participating in this Working Group are encouraged to reach out to the SSCI team at ssci@theconsumergoodsforum.com.

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About the Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative 
The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) builds trust in sustainability standards worldwide by benchmarking third-party auditing and certification programmes and recognising schemes that meet industry expectations. By providing an open-source list of recognised programmes, the SSCI delivers clear guidance on which schemes cover key sustainability criteria and apply relevant verification practices. The SSCI improves transparency in the market, facilitates decision-making on schemes at both buyer and supplier level and sets the responsible sourcing expectations for the industry. The Initiative initially focuses on social compliance with the potential to expand the scope to environmental compliance. For more information, visit www.tcgfssci.com.

About The Consumer Goods Forum 
The Consumer Goods Forum (“CGF”) is a global, parity-based industry network that is driven by its members to encourage the global adoption of practices and standards that serves the consumer goods industry worldwide. It brings together the CEOs and senior management of some 400 retailers, manufacturers, service providers, and other stakeholders across 70 countries, and it reflects the diversity of the industry in geography, size, product category and format. Its member companies have combined sales of EUR 3.5 trillion and directly employ nearly 10 million people, with a further 90 million related jobs estimated along the value chain. It is governed by its Board of Directors, which comprises more than 55 manufacturer and retailer CEOs. For more information, please visit: www.theconsumergoodsforum.com.

For more information, please contact:

Didier Bergeret 
Director, Sustainability, The Consumer Goods Forum 
ssci@theconsumergoodsforum.com

Madelaine VanDerHeyden 
Manager, Communications, The Consumer Goods Forum 
m.vanderheyden@theconsumergoodsforum.com

February 14, 2023 /3BL Media/ – In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, Engage for Good celebrates companies and causes that truly ‘get it’ – companies with heart – with the announcement of this year’s Halo Award finalists.

Now in its 21st year, the Halo Awards are North America’s highest honor for corporate social impact initiatives that showcase outstanding consumer and/or employee engagement efforts.

“At a time of such societal and political division and countless natural and manmade calamities, it is refreshing to see so many companies and causes partnering to build a better world,” said Engage for Good President David Hessekiel. “The Halo Awards is once again a celebration of outstanding efforts to sustainably create positive corporate social impact.”

Thirty-six campaigns were announced today as finalists in nine Halo Award categories. Gold and Silver Halo Award winners will be announced in each category at the Engage for Good Conference in Atlanta on May 17. Please join us in congratulating these finalists:

Consumer-Activated Corporate Donation  
Bounty #PicksItUp – Bounty & Best Friends Animal Society  
Bringing Communities Together In Nature – Sun Outdoors & National Park Foundation  
Chance & Friends Holiday Philanthropic Collection – PetSmart & PetSmart Charities  
Iced Coffee Day – Dunkin & Dunkin’ Joy In Childhood Foundation

Consumer Donation  
2022 Macy’s Holiday Campaign – Macy’s & Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America  
Integrated Partnership To Drive Point-Of-Sale Donations – JOANN & Susan G. Komen  
Pin Pad Donation – PetSmart & PetSmart Charities  
Wendy’s Frosty Treats Warm Hearts – The Wendy’s Company & The Dave Thomas Foundation For Adoption

Education  
John Hancock MLK Scholars Program – John Hancock  
STEM Careers All YEAR – General Motors & First Book  
Subaru Loves Learning – Subaru Of America & AdoptAClassroom.org  
Teacher Academy: Transforming STEM Professional Development To Spark Teachers’ Knowledge, Self-Efficacy, And Practice – Samsung Electronics America & MindSpark Learning

Emergency/Crisis Initiative  
UPS Global Vaccine Equity Initiative – UPS  
Moves That Matter – Total Quality Logistics  
PayPal’s Response To The Humanitarian Crisis In Ukraine – PayPal & Multiple Nonprofits  
Stand With Ukraine All-for-Charity Initiative – Humble Bundle, Razom For Ukraine, International Rescue Committee, International Medical Corps & Direct Relief

Employee Engagement  
Clayton Impact: Team Member Volunteer Program – Clayton  
Coast 2 Coast 4 Cancer – Bristol-Myers Squibb & V Foundation For Cancer Research  
Employee Empowerment Thru Volunteering – FedEx & Operation Warm  
Using Tech For Good: How Northwestern Mutual Leverages The Passions Of Its Employees To Make A Positive Impact In Their Communities Through STEM-based Projects – Northwestern Mutual

Health (Physical or Mental Health)  
Advancing Equity In Maternal Health – Elevance Health, Creating Healthier Communities, March Of Dimes & 23 Local Nonprofit Organizations  
Bloom: Growing Kids Mental Well-Being – Nationwide, Nationwide Children’s Hospital & On Our Sleeves  
iHeart National Recovery Month – iHeart & The Voices Project  
Mosquitoes Don’t Deserve a Drop – Orkin & American Red Cross

JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity And/Or Inclusion)  
Fast Break For Small Business – LegalZoom & Accion Opportunity Fund  
Leveling The Playing Field: Engaging Fans And Players For Financial Equity And Inclusion – U.S. Women’s National Team Players Association & Kiva Microfunds  
Nespresso x Ali Forney Center – Nespresso USA x Accompany Creative & The Ali Forney Center  
Justice For Change – Relativity

Social Impact Video  
Peace Builders – Microsoft & Nobel Peace Center  
Styles Of Pride Initiative – Macy’s & The Trevor Project  
Teen Tech Center “Mentor Moments” – Best Buy & Best Buy Foundation  
The Big Wait PSA – Arby’s & Big Brothers Big Sisters of America

Social Service  
#MomsUnite4Milk To Support Families Impacted By The Formula & Human Milk Shortages – Medela  
Lowe’s Hometowns – Lowe’s & Points of Light  
HelloFresh Meals With Meaning Program – HelloFresh & Partners  
Project DASH – DoorDash

About Engage for Good  
Engage for Good is a professional development organization that helps social impact leaders at businesses and nonprofits access the resources and community they need in order to build a better world and the bottom line. While best known for its annual conference and the Halo Awards, Engage for Good provides year-round resources, trainings and events to help corporate social impact professionals advance their careers, campaigns and organizations. Learn more at http://www.engageforgood.com/.

Media Contact  
Alli Murphy  
Director, Events & Program Development  
am@engageforgood.com