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The conversation about decarbonization has shifted from “how?” to “how fast?” Electrification is a critical catalyst in the race to net zero, providing one of the most effective levers available for carbon reduction. But what is electrification, exactly? At its core, electrification involves replacing equipment and systems that burn fossil fuels with solutions powered by electricity generated from renewable sources.

An electrified world isn’t just a futuristic vision: The technologies and innovations to achieve it are here today. Trane Technologies and its strategic brands, Trane® and Thermo King®, are leveraging electric technologies across comfort systems, the cold chain and industrial processes. Deploying these innovations is helping accelerate decarbonization, increase energy security and deliver measurable business value.

VIDEO: What is Electrification? – Trane Technologies

Why is electrification important?

When industries, businesses and communities electrify, they are replacing outdated technologies that need fossil fuels to function with systems that run on clean, emissions-free electric power. The benefits include lower greenhouse gas emissions, greater energy efficiency and improved resilience in the face of rising energy costs.

Electricity for these systems can come from multiple renewable sources — like wind, solar or hydropower — which displace combustion-based power and cut dependence on fossil fuels. As the electric grid itself becomes cleaner, the benefits of electrification compound over time.

While electrification and energy efficiency are related, they are distinct decarbonization levers. Energy efficiency ensures that systems use less power overall, while electrification shifts energy demand from fossil fuels to renewable electricity. Together, they help companies reduce costs, consumers save on energy bills and communities move towards a net-zero future.

Electrification strengthens sustainability and the bottom line

Businesses face mounting pressure to cut emissions, satisfy sustainability standards and protect operations from volatile fuel costs. Electrification addresses all of these needs, creating an array of benefits across the value chain such as:

• Reduced pollution and climate impacts: Heating, cooling and transport systems that run on clean electricity can reduce or eliminate combustion emissions, which contribute to poor air quality and climate change. At scale, these reductions will drive measurable progress toward global climate goals.
   
• Increased operational flexibility: Electrified assets integrate with energy storage technologies and advanced controls, allowing facilities to mitigate fluctuating energy prices in real time while decreasing operations costs with tools like predictive maintenance and thermal management systems. The result is a lower total lifetime cost of ownership, and enhanced energy security and resilience.
   
• Regulatory and market advantages: Customers, investors and regulators increasingly reward companies that embed sustainability into strategy. A robust electrification roadmap demonstrates leadership in this arena, while potentially increasing access to capital and attracting talent focused on building careers with sustainable companies.

Electrification in action

From comfort systems and transport refrigeration to industrial manufacturing processes, electrification is accelerating decarbonization and adding value across industries. Here are some real-world examples of how electrification is impacting both sustainability outcomes and the bottom line.

A 100% renewable-powered manufacturing campus

At Trane Technologies’ La Crosse, Wisconsin, campus, engineers replaced a combustion-powered boiler system with heat pumps and thermal batteries. The electrified system now provides both heating and cooling without burning fossil fuels, cutting annual energy use by 30%. As of October 2024, the plant is powered by 100% renewable electricity, reducing emissions and costs, as well as exposure to volatile fuel prices.

Zero-emissions refrigerated transport in South Africa

Thermo King’s AxlePower system captures kinetic energy from trailer wheels, stores it in a battery and uses the recovered energy to power an electrified refrigerated transport unit. In a 2024 pilot with retailer Woolworths and logistics partner DP World, the zero-emissions technology kept food cold during long stops, eliminated diesel motor noise and avoided an estimated 20 tons of CO2 annually.

Electrification equals savings for an urban office complex

New York City’s 55 Water Street — a 3.5-million-square-foot complex with its own ZIP code — converted to an electrified integrated thermal management system that stores power at night, and uses it during the day, reducing energy use intensity by nearly 20% while saving $1.5 million in operating costs each year. The upgrades earned over $14 million in tax credits and rebates from the city and local utility company.

What is electrification’s next frontier? 

The next chapter of electrification is unfolding in hard-to-abate sectors like heavy industry, where the need for high-temperature production processes and continuous uptime has tied operations to fossil fuels. But new electrification technologies are unlocking both emissions reductions and stronger business performance in these arenas.

In the meantime, electrification paired with smart technology and AI is opening the door to cleaner, smarter and more resilient operations across business sectors.

Breaking down barriers to industrial decarbonization 

Electrification is rapidly scaling in high-load, energy-intensive industrial arenas, reducing emissions while increasing energy savings and resilience. Early adopters are proving that high-temperature electric heat pumps can supply energy at the temperatures needed for crucial industrial sectors like data centers, food manufacturing and pharmaceuticals.

This technology is already being leveraged: In the Netherlands, pharmaceutical giant Organon transitioned to an electrified thermal management system for the production process at its largest plant, saving the equivalent of 243,000 cubic meters of gas annually.

AI-powered electrification benefits

Electrified equipment delivers its full value only when it knows how best to run. Trane Technologies’ acquisition of BrainBox AI is unlocking the next wave of smart, AI-enabled electrification benefits. Cloud-based controls and AI optimization “set it and let it be smart,” automatically shifting loads to off-peak hours, and prioritizing onsite solar, battery power or recovered heat. That translates into both sustainability and cost savings, including reduced energy use, better predictive maintenance and increased uptime.

People will power the transition

The demand is growing for talented people who can help push the electrification transformation forward. From electricians who install electric heat pumps to software developers who refine algorithms, demand for talent engaged in electrification efforts is soaring. In Trane Technologies’ early careers programs as well as on-the-job training, we’re preparing a workforce that is ready to build a decarbonized, electrified economy.

Electrification is transforming the built environment. We are no longer asking “what is electrification,” but “how can we electrify faster?” And every kilowatt of energy that we electrify brings us closer to helping our customers avoid 1 billion metric tons of emissions by 2030 in our Gigaton Challenge.

The case studies we’ve featured above prove that sustainability and profitability are not trade-offs, but impact multipliers. By designing for electrification today, we create the agility to thrive tomorrow, amid policy change, market disruption and a warming world.

Join the electrification revolution

Ready to help lead the charge on electrification? Explore careers that make an impact at Trane Technologies.

Learn more about how electrification accelerates sustainability progress across industries and around the globe.

NASHVILLE, Tenn., January 27, 2026 /3BL/ – United Way of Greater Nashville is proud to announce it has been awarded a $300,000 grant from Wells Fargo to support the Nashville Financial Empowerment Center (FEC). This significant philanthropic investment strengthens the FEC’s mission to provide free, one-on-one financial counseling for debt reduction, credit building, saving, and legacy planning—helping families achieve financial stability and resilience. The grant was disbursed in calendar year 2025 and is currently supporting FEC operations.

Wells Fargo and the Nashville FEC share a commitment to upward financial mobility for the community’s most vulnerable. This award supports the FEC’s operational capacity, ensuring continued access to personalized financial counseling that empowers individuals and families to build a stronger financial future.

In 2025, the Nashville FEC served 1,206 clients, conducted 2,906 counseling sessions, and helped reduce $7.6 million in debt while increasing savings by $1.5 million. These efforts create financially resilient families and a more equitable financial system for all. To view the full impact, please refer to the attached overview. (I will attach FEC Report Card)

Many FEC clients are Asset-Limited, Income Constrained, Employed (ALICE). In Davidson County, 41% of residents are considered below the ALICE threshold. Learn more from an ALICE FEC client here.

“Building wealth starts with a solid plan, and our Financial Empowerment Center is here to help every Nashvillian get there. Whether you’re looking to pay down debt, boost your credit, or start planning for your family’s future, the FEC offers the expert coaching you need to grow your money. Thanks to Wells Fargo’s support, we’re making it easier than ever for our neighbors to take control of their finances and build a legacy,” said Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell.

“The Nashville Financial Empowerment Center plays a vital role in helping families strengthen their financial opportunities,” said Ruby Fenton, Senior Assistant Vice President for Philanthropy and Community Impact for Wells Fargo. “This Wells Fargo grant will further expand the Center’s reach and create greater pathways to economic advancement for individuals across Greater Nashville.”

“This philanthropic investment from Wells Fargo is more than a financial contribution-it’s a commitment to building lasting economic resilience in Davidson County,” said Brandee Davis- Douglas, Director, Economic & Financial Mobility, United Way of Greater Nashville. “By strengthening the Financial Empowerment Center’s capacity, we’re ensuring that families have access to the tools and guidance they need to break cycles of debt, grow savings, and create generational wealth. Together, we’re laying the foundation for a more equitable future for our community.

Contact: Brandee Davis-Douglas

Director, Economic & Financial Mobility

United Way of Greater Nashville

250 Venture Circle, Nashville, TN 37228

Office: 615-780-2471

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NORTHAMPTON, Mass., January 27, 2026 /3BL/ – 3BL announced today the launch of an upgraded content editor that empowers communications teams to tell richer, more engaging stories. The new editor supports embedded video, interactive elements, and enhanced formatting—giving customers the tools they need to create compelling multimedia content while maintaining the same intuitive publishing workflow they rely on.

Research shows that multimedia content drives significantly higher engagement than text alone. With this editor upgrade, 3BL customers can now embed images directly into stories, add interactive data visualizations, and use enhanced formatting to guide readers through complex narratives—all while distributing seamlessly across 3BL’s network of 79 partner sites.

“Our customers are increasingly focused on creating content that’s more compelling, more human, and more engaging,” said Brittany Partridge, Senior Product Manager at 3BL. “This editor upgrade gives them the creative flexibility they’ve been asking for and strengthens the foundation for future enhancements to how stories can be distributed across our network.”

The new editor is now live and available at no additional cost to all 3BL customers. For more information or to see the editor in action, visit https://3bl.com/contact/ or contact your account representative.

About

3BL is the leading sustainability and social impact communications partner, connecting organizations’ stories of purpose and progress with the audiences who matter most.

3BL partners with over 1,500 companies — from global corporations and mid-sized enterprises to NGOs and nonprofits — to elevate their reputations as players in the world of responsible business. We do this through unrivaled news and content distribution, bespoke storytelling support, and our digital media division, TriplePundit.

CENTENNIAL, Colo., January 27, 2026 /3BL/ – Arrow Electronics, Inc. (NYSE:ARW) has been named for the 26^th time to Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies list, ranked among the top companies in the “Wholesalers: Electronics and Office Equipment” category. Arrow was recognized for high performance in areas including financial soundness and quality of products/services.

The World’s Most Admired Companies list is based on input from thousands of executives, directors and members of the financial community.

About Arrow Electronics

Arrow Electronics (NYSE:ARW) sources and engineers technology solutions for thousands of leading manufacturers and service providers. With global 2024 sales of $28 billion, Arrow’s portfolio enables technology across major industries and markets. Learn more at arrow.com.

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Key Points

• Jordan Boon leads with a people‑first mindset, focusing on listening, inclusion and developing others.
• His career at Marathon spans engineering, planning and operations, culminating in his role as operations superintendent.
• He is highly involved in community outreach, mentoring students and supporting programs that encourage future engineers.

For Jordan Boon, operations superintendent at Marathon Petroleum’s Canton, Ohio, refinery, leadership is about more than meeting production goals. It’s about listening, learning and helping others grow. It’s a role that combines people, process and performance, and Boon takes pride in helping his team, the refinery, and Marathon succeed.

“Everyone’s voice here matters, and leadership trusts me to make sure we’re aligned,” Boon said. “That trust goes both ways, and it’s something I never take lightly.”

Boon started his career through Marathon’s intern/co-op program while attending The Ohio State University. While earning a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, he completed two rotations with Marathon that gave him a strong foundation and showed him this was a place full of opportunity. He has held several roles, including unit engineer for the Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC) unit, which converts heavier oils into lighter fuels like gasoline. He also spent time working with the Economics and Planning organization, where he helped evaluate production strategies and market trends to guide day-to-day operating decisions. He later moved into operations, first as an operations excellence specialist and now as operations superintendent, working directly with people at every level of the refinery.

“Much of my day does involve working with our operators, tackling challenges together and collaborating with other teams across the refinery,” Boon said. “Something else I really enjoy is training. I oversee both new and continuing training for our field and board operators.”

That people-first approach has earned Boon a reputation as a culture builder at the Canton refinery. It’s something he says comes naturally in a place that already feels like family.

“He listens, puts others first and looks for ways to make the people on his team better.”

“As cliché as it sounds, the family aspect here is real,” he said. “Being part of a smaller, close-knit refinery means I know people across departments, including many of our contractors. When the relationships are genuine, the work is better, and life’s a little easier.”

That genuine, people-first approach has not gone unnoticed by his peers.

“Since the first day I met Jordan, he has always had a team-oriented mindset. He listens, puts others first and looks for ways to make the people on his team better,” said Rob Dugan, Process Engineering Manager at Marathon’s refinery in Robinson, Illinois, who worked closely with Boon during his time at the Canton facility. “He has a calm, steady way of tackling even the toughest situations. When things get hectic, he does not just take charge; he jumps in beside you. He brings a contagious energy that uplifts everyone, and somehow makes you feel more confident just by being there. That is why people trust him.”

When asked what being a culture builder means to him, Boon doesn’t hesitate to answer.

“To me, it’s about inclusion. I try to make sure everyone feels heard, even if we disagree,” said Boon. “Most of the time, the best solution lies somewhere in the middle. When people feel heard, they feel valued, and valued people are the ones who build the culture.”

Boon’s impact reaches far beyond the refinery gates. Deeply involved in the community, he credits the guidance and encouragement he received from his mentors along the way for inspiring his passion for giving.

“I didn’t get here on my own,” he said. “The best way to show gratitude is to be part of someone else’s story, even in a small way.”

Two volunteer experiences stand out most to him. The first is recruiting the next generation of engineers, something personal to Boon after receiving his own break following a meaningful conversation with a Marathon employee early on in his career.

“Every time I visit The Ohio State University’s (OSU) campus, I think about that moment and how I can recreate it for someone else,” he said.

He spent two years volunteering on the OSU recruiting team at the Canton refinery before becoming a lead recruiter in 2021. Since then, he has partnered with student groups to organize campus recruiting events, plan informal meetups, and host refinery visits for more than 50 students.

The second is his work with youth through the Stark County Minority Business Association. Boon was invited to support the Youth Entrepreneur Program, where students turn their ideas into real business models. He mentors them on how STEM fits into the business world and how it can strengthen the ideas they are developing.

“Seeing the looks on their faces when they realize someone who looks like them once stood in their shoes is what it’s all about,” he said.

Boon’s motivation at work is also grounded in helping others reach their potential. Peers and refinery leaders see Boon’s passion for developing others in everything he does, describing him as a steady, humble leader who puts people and growth first.

“Jordan is passionate and driven, but it is never about recognition. It is about helping the whole team win,” said Michael Moore, Area Team Manager at the Canton refinery. “I have watched him grow from an intern to a tech services engineer who mastered every unit he touched, then transition into an economics role and now into his position as superintendent. Not everyone can make the shift from technical expert to people leader, but Jordan has done it with grit and determination. People trust him because he listens first, adapts quickly and brings out the best in those around him.”

Boon and his wife recently celebrated four years of marriage and welcomed their daughter, Raelee, who is named after both of their grandmothers. Boon was born in Ohio and spent part of his childhood in South Carolina. He also officiates high school and Division II and III college football in his free time.

Tapestry recently recognized rising talent through its annual Golden Thread Awards. As one of the most meaningful ways Tapestry celebrates its people, the program highlights corporate employees across Tapestry, Coach and Kate Spade at the Senior Manager level and below who bring new ideas to the table, and positively influence company culture.

This year, nearly 100 employees across North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia were honored. Each region designed its own celebration experience to feel relevant and authentic to local teams, however the purpose remained the same: to acknowledge the people whose work and perspectives are driving the business forward.

In North America, winners gathered at the company’s headquarters in New York City for a day of recognition that began with a visit to The Edge, the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere, an intentional choice for a cohort whose influence and potential continue to rise. The visit was followed by a luncheon with their managers and members of Tapestry’s Executive Committee, including CEO Joanne Crevoiserat, who personally handed out certificates and messages of congratulations. Managers also had the opportunity to share examples of how these associates challenge teams every day to think differently, strengthen collaboration, and turn strategy into action.

With more than 18,000 associates across nearly 60 countries, this prestigious recognition reinforces a simple message: Tapestry’s people power its success and help its brands stay connected to consumers around the world. 

CLEVELAND, January 27, 2026 /3BL/ – KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment (CDLI) provided a $10.1 million construction loan on behalf of Chicanos Por La Causa (CPLC) to finance the acquisition and rehabilitation of Casa del Pueblo, a 9% LIHTC, 96-unit fully subsidized senior affordable housing property in Tucson, Arizona. 

All the units are one bedroom and restricted to 40% area median income (AMI). The units are 100% occupied and the current tenants will not be displaced. Casa del Pueblo was originally constructed in two phases, one building in 1997 with 58 units and the other in 2011 with 38. The buildings feature three community rooms, fitness equipment, a computer room, lawn space with picnic area and a ramada with a barbecue. Services from the CPLC Healthy Aging program, such as congregate meals and health resources, are available for Casa del Pueblo residents to foster social, emotional, mental, and physical well-being.

CPLC is a non profit community development corporation with a 56-year history of empowering lives through more than 30 different programs across Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, and Texas, including efforts in affordable housing and community development with over 3,000 units under management. KeyBank CDLI closed a different construction loan for CPLC in early 2025. 

Matthew Haas from KeyBank CDLI structured the construction financing. Permanent financing was provided by the City of Tucson through HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME) Funds, the State of Arizona through the Arizona Housing Trust Fund, and Rocky Mountain Community Reinvestment Corporation (RMCRC). The National Equity Fund (NEF) provided LIHTC equity. 

About KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment

KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment (CDLI) finances projects that stabilize and revitalize communities across all 50 states. As one of the top affordable housing capital providers in the country, KeyBank’s platform brings together construction, acquisition, bridge-to-re-syndication, and preservation loans, as well as lines of credit, Agency and HUD permanent mortgage executions, and equity investments for low-income housing projects, especially Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) financing. KeyBank has earned 11 consecutive “Outstanding” ratings on the Community Reinvestment Act exam, from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, making it the first U.S. national bank among the 25 largest to do so since the Act’s passage in 1977.

About KeyCorp

KeyCorp’s roots trace back more than 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 $184 billion at December 31, 2025. 

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 950 branches and approximately 1,200 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 Member FDIC. 

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NEW YORK, January 27, 2026 /3BL/ – Governance & Accountability Institute (G&A), a leading sustainability consulting and research firm, has issued a new reference guide: “European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) Reference Guide.” The new guide, which is available here, was updated by G&A to reflect revised standards expected to be approved by the European Commission in early 2026.

In response to concerns about reporting complexity and administrative burdens presented by the 2023 ESRS, the European Commission directed the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) to streamline the ESRS. In December 2025, EFRAG delivered draft simplified standards that significantly reduce disclosure requirements for companies reporting under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) while preserving information critical to understanding a company’s impacts, risks, and opportunities.

“While the final standards are still pending, the draft revisions offer insight into how ESRS reporting is evolving,” said Louis Coppola, CEO & Co-Founder at G&A Institute. “Our new guide is intended to help corporate sustainability teams apply the ESRS in a practical way and support consistent CSRD reporting, whether navigating the transition from the original standards or using the framework as a benchmark for internal reporting and preparedness.”

G&A’s newly updated ESRS Quick Reference Guide is a concise resource designed to support informed planning and decision-making for sustainability, finance, legal, and reporting teams. The guide includes:

• A structured overview of the cross-cutting and topical standards;
• All disclosure requirements across environment, social, and governance topics;
• How the simplified ESRS fit into the broader evolution of CSRD requirements.

Coppola added, “G&A is committed to helping organizations navigate the evolving requirements for corporate climate reporting in Europe. We are available to help sustainability teams meet reporting requirements and produce sustainability disclosures that follow best practices.”

G&A’s new ESRS Quick Reference Guide is available for download on the company website.

About G&A Institute, Inc.
Founded in 2006, Governance & Accountability Institute, Inc. (G&A) is a sustainability consulting and research firm headquartered in New York City. G&A helps corporate and investor clients recognize, understand, and develop winning strategies for sustainability and ESG issues to address stakeholder and shareholder concerns. G&A’s proprietary, comprehensive full-suite process for sustainability reporting is designed to help organizations achieve sustainability leadership in their industry and sector and maximize return on investment for sustainability initiatives.

Since 2011, G&A has been building and expanding a comprehensive database of corporate sustainability reporting data based on analysis of thousands of ESG and sustainability reports to help steer strategy for our clients and improve their disclosure and reporting. More information is available on our website at ga-institute.com.

FOR MEDIA INQUIRIES & INTERVIEWS, CONTACT
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CEO & Co-Founder 
Governance & Accountability Institute, Inc. 
Tel 646.430.8230 ext 14 
Email lcoppola@ga-institute.com

Rockwell Automation’s Sustainability Calculator for Repairs enables manufacturers to factor CO2e emissions and waste reduction into the lifecycle management of industrial assets. The calculator provides estimates based on the globally standardized GHG Protocol for the amount of carbon emissions, energy, and waste that would be saved by repairing an asset instead of replacing it.

In FY25, Rockwell’s Sustainability Calculator estimated a total of 4.12M kg CO2e avoided emissions and 273K kg avoided waste for our customers as a result of them choosing to remanufacture or repair industrial assets.

“The Sustainability Calculator for Repairs makes it simple for manufacturers to quantify and track sustainability metrics aligned with industry standards like the GHG Protocol’s global framework for scope 3 emissions,” said Abhishek Mehrotra, Lifecycle Services integrated customer experience manager.

The calculator is now available in most regions worldwide for Rockwell customers. Manufacturers can get a preview of their potential savings at no cost using the Sustainability Calculator for Repairs to explore the benefits of incorporating repair and remanufacturing into their operations to support their sustainability goals.

CPG manufacturer reduces CO2e emissions and hazardous waste with repair

A global consumer packaged goods (CPG) company wanted to quantify the environmental impact of repairing industrial automation assets in one of their UK plants. Rockwell collaborated with this customer to better understand the sustainability issues and challenges driving their need to take action and improve operations visibility. Based on insights from Rockwell’s Sustainability Calculator, the manufacturer decided to leverage Rockwell Automation repair services, resulting in an estimated 91% reduction in CO2e emissions and avoidance of 8% of hazardous waste being sent to a landfill.

The CPG manufacturer was also able to quantify the environmental impact of their Scope 3 emissions, specifically Category 1 (purchased goods and services) and Category 4 (upstream transportation) using Rockwell’s Sustainability Calculator for Repairs.

Learn more about how Rockwell is bringing together technology and manufacturing for a more sustainable tomorrow in the company’s 2025 Sustainability Report.

• Record $3.74 billion donated via Benevity platform
• 316,227 unique nonprofits around the world received support
• Support for emergency food causes increased by 35%
• Funding for international causes dropped by 9% year-over-year

CALGARY, Alberta,January 27, 2026 /3BL/ – Benevity Inc., the leading provider of global corporate purpose software, today released its annual top charitable causes and workplace giving trends data. The data reveals a landmark year for generosity shown by companies and their people, with total donations on Benevity’s Enterprise Impact Platform – including corporate grants and workplace giving programs – reaching $3.74 billion, a 9.2% increase over 2024.

In 2025, workplace giving programs were defined by a distinct pivot toward domestic issues and emergency response in the U.S., reflecting a heightened emphasis on humanitarian needs at home.

Key Findings from the 2025 Data

Domestic Emergency Response Primarily Shapes Workplace Giving

In 2025, employees pivoted from international aid to domestic relief. Driven by political and economic instability, these donors prioritized immediate support for communities hit “at home” by natural disasters and food insecurity. This reversed a long-standing trend of giving to global conflicts – including wars in Ukraine and the Middle East.

• Outpouring for Texas: Following the tragic Kerrville floods in July 2025, the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country garnered $15.7 million, causing it to jump an astounding 56,381 positions to reach rank #5 overall.
• California Wildfire Relief: Southern California experienced a similar surge in support following the January 2025 Los Angeles fires, which destroyed more than 525,000 acres. This event propelled seven local nonprofits into the Top 50, as employees mobilized to provide essential resources to displaced residents and their animals.
• International pullback: Funding for International, Foreign Affairs and National Security causes dropped 9% year-over-year. In particular, Save the Children and the International Rescue Committee saw drops in their annual rankings, slipping from the 12th and 18th spots to 18th and 23rd respectively.
• Spotlight on World Central Kitchen (WCK): WCK emerged as a dominant force in crisis funding both in the U.S. and abroad, hitting an all-time high of Rank #3. WCK’s rise may underscore a donor preference for agile, highly visible organizations capable of immediate response.

Food Security Nonprofits Rise in the Ranks in the U.S.

As economic stress continues to mount, donations made to emergency food nonprofits grew by 35% with employees and their companies rallying in a national effort to bridge the gap left by inflation and changes in government funding via the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

• Feeding America: A cornerstone of the national response, Feeding America continued its significant upward climb reaching 16th place on the strength of a 32% increase in donations.
• Second Harvest of Silicon Valley: The San Francisco/Bay Area organization rose to 10th place, highlighting the intense local demand for food security.

Civil Rights and Legal Services Rebound

Donations to Civil Rights causes rose 15% – double the overall Benevity growth rate – while law and legal services saw a 21% increase.

• The ACLU rose, finishing at rank #6, driven by concerns over civil liberties and a renewed focus on legal defense.
• Planned Parenthood remained relatively consistent at rank #7, as ongoing threats to reproductive rights at federal and state levels kept health advocacy at the forefront of employees’ minds.

Health and Cancer Causes Remain Consistent 

In an otherwise volatile environment, medical access and research remained stable. St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital maintained its status as a Top 5 nonprofit, while the Alzheimer’s Association stayed in the Top 20. Over $71 million was donated to the top 13 cancer-focused organizations alone.

“In a year defined by corporate caution and uncertainty, employees refused to stay on the sidelines,” said Sona Khosla, Chief Impact Officer, Benevity. “2025 saw a distinct turn towards ‘at home’ as donors prioritized support for local crises and disasters, including the Texas floods, the LA wildfires, and food insecurity at the national level. In 2026, we hope to harness this momentum to ensure generosity remains borderless, supporting the critical work needed domestically and across the world.”

Methodology

This analysis draws on Benevity platform data from January 1 to December 31, 2025, representing the activity of over 2.12 million unique donors. The rankings focus exclusively on workplace giving, which comprises employee donations, corporate matching, and volunteer rewards; corporate grants are excluded. Donation volume represented in this “Top Charitable Causes” analysis amounts to $2.7B. To accurately reflect organizational reach, national and regional chapters of nonprofits have been grouped into single entities. Conversely, corporate foundations and fund aggregators are omitted to ensure specific impact areas are revealed and measured as accurately as possible.

To learn more about Benevity, please visit:https://benevity.com/.

About Benevity

Benevity, a certified B Corporation, is the global leader in enterprise social impact software. Benevity’s all-in-one platform empowers the world’s most purpose-driven companies to seamlessly integrate corporate social responsibility into their core business strategy – driving measurable, scalable, and lasting impact. Benevity has supported more than $44 billion to more than 560,000 nonprofit organizations and enabled more than 7.7 million changemakers worldwide since 2008, empowering organizations to build trust, engage employees, boost retention, and drive innovation. Its unified platform supports giving, volunteering, granting, and employee mobilization – backed by intelligent insights and a secure, global infrastructure. For more information, visit benevity.com.

Contact: Indrani Ray-Ghosal I press@benevity.com