Month: September 2023

HOUSTON, September 29, 2023 /3BL/ – The Baker Hughes Foundation announced a $100,000 grant to the University of Houston Energy Transition Institute to support environmental justice research and workforce development programs. The UH Energy Transition Institute (ETI) is focused on the creation and use of reliable, affordable, environmentally responsible energy for all through a just and equity-driven pathway.

The grant will help the university address the impact of energy transition solutions in communities and geographical areas that bear a larger than average burden of energy and environmental impacts. It will help ETI develop a framework for analyzing the environmental footprint of energy generation and energy use processes, focused on understanding emissions and environmental and human health impacts. In addition, it will also support the university Energy Scholars Program, which provides undergraduate students the opportunity to participate in research programs focused on carbon management, hydrogen, and circular plastics.

“Thanks to the generous support of the Baker Hughes Foundation, the UH Energy Transition Institute will be able to expand its cutting-edge work on the social and community impacts of energy projects and new clean technologies, and address critical workforce development needs,” said Joe Powell, founding executive director of the UH Energy Transition Institute. “We are grateful for the opportunity to further empower students at UH, collaborate with industry and drive towards a sustainable and just energy transition, with development of metrics to show the way.”

This grant aligns with the Baker Hughes Foundation’s mission of supporting the communities where we conduct business and building the energy workforce of the future. This donation also supports Baker Hughes’ commitment to advancing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – specifically SDG 4 to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education for all.

“We are proud to support the University of Houston in its environmental justice research and workforce development programs. At Baker Hughes, we strive to take energy forward, and are committed to a fair and just energy transition,” said Chief Sustainability Officer Allyson Book. “Novel educational approaches centered around social, climate and environmental justice are crucial to creating a sustainable future for generations to come.”

“We look forward to working with the Baker Hughes Foundation to address grand challenges in energy and chemicals and create a sustainable and equitable future for all,” said Ramanan Krishnamoorti, vice president of energy and innovation at UH. “The University of Houston aims to transform lives and communities through education, research, innovation and service in a real-world setting. I am confident that working together we will make a greater impact.”

To learn more about Baker Hughes’ work in supporting its communities, visit our Corporate Responsibility website.

About the Baker Hughes Foundation:

For 25 years, the Baker Hughes Foundation has been a steward of charitable resources for meaningful community impact. The Foundation seeks to advance environmental quality, education, health, safety, and wellness around the world by supporting organizations with shared values, demonstrated leadership, evidence of impact, financial soundness, and the capacity to implement initiatives and evaluate their success. The Baker Hughes Foundation makes strategic philanthropic contributions, matches Baker Hughes employee contributions, and awards volunteer recognition grants for outstanding employee community service.

About Baker Hughes

Baker Hughes (NASDAQ: BKR) is an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet. Visit us at bakerhughes.com.

About the University of Houston

The University of Houston is a Carnegie-designated Tier One public research university recognized with a Phi Beta Kappa chapter for excellence in undergraduate education. UH serves the globally competitive Houston and Gulf Coast Region by providing world-class faculty, experiential learning and strategic industry partnerships. Located in the nation’s fourth-largest city and one of the most ethnically and culturally diverse regions in the country, UH is a federally designated Hispanic- and Asian-American-Serving institution with enrollment of more than 47,000 students.

CAMDEN, N.J., September 29, 2023 /3BL/ – Subaru of America today announced the return of Subaru Loves Pets®, the automaker’s annual initiative to help shelter pets find homes each October. Subaru will also celebrate the fifth annual National Make A Dog’s Day on October 22, their day dedicated to making all dogs feel loved and cared for, including shelter dogs with special needs.

According to the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) nearly 6.3 million companion animals enter shelters each year. Throughout October, Subaru and more than 600 participating retailers will once again join forces with local shelters, rescues, and pet organizations to help find loving homes for these animals by hosting a combination of in-person and virtual pet adoption events. In addition to uniting shelter animals with caring homes, the Subaru Loves Pets initiative puts special focus on “Underdogs” – the senior, physically challenged, or otherwise unique dogs who often wait the longest to be adopted.

“The unconditional love of an adopted pet is something we cherish and support throughout the year, but October holds particular significance as we dedicate the entire month to uniting pets with the caring homes they rightly deserve,” said Alan Bethke, Senior Vice President of Marketing, Subaru of America, Inc. “Together with our retailers, we are committed to creating a better world for animals everywhere, and actively connecting them with our Subaru community of passionate animal advocates.”

The culmination of Subaru Loves Pets month will take place on October 22 with the fifth annual National Make A Dog’s Day, a holiday created by Subaru that invites dog enthusiasts everywhere to do something extra-special for their canine companions and share these moments on social media using the hashtag #MakeADogsDay. For those considering welcoming a new pet into their lives, Subaru encourages adopting a shelter pet, especially if they are a cherished Underdog.

Since 2020, Subaru and its retailers have helped over 106,000 shelter pets find loving homes through the Subaru Loves Pets adoption campaign. For each pet adopted during the month of October, participating retailers will make a $100 donation to their partner shelter.* Additionally, Subaru will contribute $20 to the ASPCA for each purchase of select Subaru Pet-Friendly Accessories, including pet harnesses, seat protectors, and travel bowls, via Subaru Parts Online.** Furthermore, for each “Animal” badge ordered through Subaru Badge of Ownership in October, Subaru will donate $1 to the ASPCA.***

To further support and drive awareness for Subaru Loves Pets month and its celebration of National Make A Dog’s Day, Subaru is launching an integrated ad campaign featuring a new pack of Underdogs. Throughout October, the automaker’s new 30-second spot, Waiting, will run on national TV networks including ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC. In addition to the 30-second spot, two additional 15-second spots – Waiting and Subaru Loves Pets – will be featured across streaming and digital platforms like Peacock, Hulu, Roku, YouTube, and Twitch. The brand will also support the campaign across its owned social channels and integrated marketing efforts, spanning influencer partnerships, TikTok and custom content with The Dodo. A longer-form version of Waiting, as well as six new Dog Tested. Dog Approved.™ spots can also be found on YouTube/Subaru.

Since 2008, Subaru and its retailers have donated over $51 million to national and local organizations, supporting the rescue, transportation, and adoption of over 420,000 animals.

To learn more about the Subaru Love Pets initiative, please visit subaru.com/pets and follow #SubaruLovesPets and #MakeADogsDay.

*Disclaimer: Subaru retailers will donate $100 for every pet adopted from partner shelters from October 1, 2023 through October 31, 2023 up to $3,100 per retailer.

**Disclaimer: Maximum donation of $10,000. Donation applies to orders placed from 12:01 AM ET Saturday, October 1, 2023 through 11:59 PM ET Monday, October 31, 2023, through participating retailers’ Subaru Parts Online websites. Rear Bumper Protector Mat is excluded from promotion.

***Disclaimer: Maximum donation of $5,000. Applies to orders placed from 12:01 AM ET Saturday, October 1, 2023 through 11:59 PM ET Monday, October 31, 2023 through badgeofownership.com.

About Subaru of America, Inc.

Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Subaru Corporation of Japan. Headquartered at a zero-landfill office in Camden, N.J., the company markets and distributes Subaru vehicles, parts, and accessories through a network of more than 630 retailers across the United States. All Subaru products are manufactured in zero-landfill plants and Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. is the only U.S. automobile manufacturing plant to be designated a backyard wildlife habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. SOA is guided by the Subaru Love Promise, which is the company’s vision to show love and respect to everyone, and to support its communities and customers nationwide. Over the past 20 years, SOA and the SOA Foundation have donated more than $300 million to causes the Subaru family cares about, and its employees have logged nearly 88,000 volunteer hours. As a company, Subaru believes it is important to do its part in making a positive impact in the world because it is the right thing to do. For additional information visit media.subaru.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

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Diane Anton
Corporate Communications Manager
(856) 488-5093
danton@subaru.com

Adam Leiter
Subaru of America, Inc.
(856) 488-8668
aleiter@subaru.com

PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa., September 29, 2023 /3BL/ – KeyBank announced three recent charitable grants from KeyBank Foundation to Philadelphia nonprofits. The donations provide support to address homelessness, food insecurity, and financial literacy to high school students. The grants, which total $55,000 are part of bank’s commitment to community lending and investments in affordable housing and community development projects, home, and small business lending in low- and- moderate income communities, and philanthropic efforts targeted toward education, workforce development, and safe, vital neighborhoods. In 2022, KeyBank and KeyBank Foundation provided $3.5 million in community lending and investments, included philanthropic giving, across Key’s Eastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey market.

“At KeyBank, our mission is helping our clients and communities thrive, with focus on low- and moderate-income populations and neighborhoods,” said KeyBank Market President Jamie Tranfalia. “We believe in partnering with nonprofits dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our communities and we are proud to support these organizations.”

KeyBank Foundation’s latest grants include:

$25,000 to Philadelphia Financial Scholars to support the implementation of personal finance and entrepreneurship instruction at 40 high schools in Philadelphia during the 2023- 2024 school year.$20,000 to Philabundance Inc. for the organization’s Hunger Relief Services in Bucks, Chester, and Montgomery Counties.$10,000 to Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia in support of its mission to provide affordable housing to eligible first-time homebuyers.

About KeyCorp/KeyBank

KeyCorp’s roots trace back nearly 200 years to Albany, New York. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Key is one of the nation’s largest bank-based financial services companies, with assets of approximately $195 billion at June 30, 2023. Key provides deposit, lending, cash management, and investment services to individuals and businesses in 15 states under the name KeyBank National Association through a network of approximately 1,000 branches and approximately 1,300 ATMs. Key also provides a broad range of sophisticated corporate and investment banking products, such as merger and acquisition advice, public and private debt and equity, syndications and derivatives to middle market companies in selected industries throughout the United States under the KeyBanc Capital Markets trade name. For more information, visit https://www.key.com/. KeyBank is Member FDIC.

About KeyBank Foundation:
KeyBank Foundation serves to fulfill KeyBank’s purpose to help clients and communities thrive, and its mission is to support organizations and programs that prepare people for thriving futures. The Foundation’s mission is advanced through three funding priorities – neighbors, education, and workforce – and through community service. To provide meaningful philanthropy that transforms lives, KeyBank Foundation listens carefully to understand the unique characteristics and needs of its communities and then backs solutions with targeted philanthropic investments. KeyBank Foundation is a nonprofit charitable foundation, funded by KeyCorp.