Poverty Alleviation

FedEx Expands Workforce Support and Community Impact in Memphis

September 30, 2026 by Mathieu Maurice

Memphis, Tennessee, serves as the global headquarters of FedEx and is home to more than 30,000 team members. The city is known for its deep cultural roots, talented people and …

How Cisco Drives Global Volunteerism and Community Impact

April 15, 2025 by Mathieu Maurice

In 1991, the United States designated April as National Volunteer Month. Over time, this initiative has grown into what is now celebrated globally as Volunteer Month. Since Cisco was founded …

KeyBank Foundation Grants $300,000 to New Reach for Hunger Relief Program

November 5, 2024 by Mathieu Maurice

New Reach, Inc., based in New Haven, has been awarded a $300,000 Community Impact Grant from the KeyBank Foundation to support the FISH hunger relief initiative. This grant, distributed over …

Quest Diagnostics partners with Green Bronx Machine to Promote Health Equity

October 11, 2024 by Mathieu Maurice

Quest recently organized a lunch-and-learn event at its Secaucus headquarters featuring Stephen Ritz, the founder of Green Bronx Machine (GBM). GBM is making a significant impact by promoting health equity …

Empowering Women & Fighting Poverty: Solar Sister & Trickle Up’s Impactful Initiatives

March 31, 2024 by Mathieu Maurice

International Women’s Day, observed globally on March 8, marks a significant moment to celebrate women’s achievements and advocate for gender equality. This year, the theme “Inspire Inclusion” resonates deeply with …

Gender Pay Gap: Impact on Business & Society

March 26, 2024 by Mathieu Maurice

The upcoming Global Inclusive Growth Summit is scheduled for April 18, 2024, marking a return to both in-person and virtual gatherings. Reflecting on the success of the 2023 event, jointly …

Join Top Donors at Whole Foods Market in Empowering Microentrepreneurs Worldwide

May 4, 2023 by Mathieu Maurice

Discover how top donors at Whole Foods Market are making a difference in the lives of the world’s poorest entrepreneurs. By supporting Whole Planet Foundation’s microlending programs, participating brands are …

Whole Planet Foundation members donate $25,000 to microentrepreneurs

March 21, 2023 by Mathieu Maurice

Whole Foods Market suppliers are providing economic opportunities to microentrepreneurs, primarily women. These generous brands provide microloans to low-income entrepreneurs so they can start or expand a small, often home-based …

Whole Foods Market hosts fusion event aimed at alleviating poverty

March 9, 2023 by Mathieu Maurice

On March 17, 2023, Whole Foods Market’s flagship store in Austin, Texas, will host an official SXSW event to benefit Whole Planet Foundation, a Whole Foods Market non-profit dedicated to …