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he Corporate Volunteer Council of Award is Gas South. The company’s Be a Fuel justice work by organizing an employee meet-up Atlanta (CVC) is recognizing Atlan- for Good program engages employees in work for the local protests for social justice. T ta’s most philanthropic companies in that promotes equity for all. Recently, this was The finalist in the Social Justice IMPACT Award a time when service to the community is of par- driven by the civil unrest and protests regard- is Southern Company Gas where the diversity ticular need. As the only annual awards program ing policing in black communities. Gas South and inclusion department developed a robust set of its kind, the annual IMPACT Awards raises responded by communicating solidarity with of tools and programming in response to recent up the work of Atlanta’s most altruistic corporate the Black Lives Matter movement and making events. The company’s foundation also recently citizens that are making our city a better place to external statements on social media platforms donated $1 million to Morehouse School of Medi- live through volunteerism. The IMPACT Awards as well as in an email to business partners. The cine toward academic expansion and efforts to are judged by a national panel of Corporate Social company aligned its words with action by donat- provide greater equity in healthcare. Responsibility (CSR) professionals outside the ing $100,000 to four social justice organizations: Atlanta market and, while awards are given to indi- The Partnership for Southern Equity, Color of Skills-Based Volunteerism vidual companies, the CVC’s collaborative spirit is Change, ACLU- Georgia and Southern Center for IMPACT Award always at the heart of its vast reach. In its 23rd year, Human Rights. Gas South also instructed its lob- This award is presented to a company that lever- the 2020 IMPACT Award winners and finalists are: byist to fight for the Hate Crime legislation in ages the specific skills of its employees to help a Georgia. To give employees a place to discuss nonprofit accomplish its organizational goals. Social Justice IMPACT Award and process their emotions, Gas South held The winner of the Skills-Based Volunteerism This award will be presented to a company that Community Conversations and gave employees IMPACT Award is NCR Corporation. The company addressed social justice in a bold and innovative the opportunity to give to social justice organi- leveraged its talent to help Inspirededu, which gives way in the period between January 1, 2019 and zations via a virtual campaign. It also took its donated PCs to Atlanta-area Title 1 schools. With a July 1, 2020. commitment a step further by providing employ- The winner of the Social Justice IMPACT ees a chance to physically participate in social CONTINUED ON PAGE 2

TURNING CORPORATIONS ACTS OF CHALLENGE INTO AND ANTI-RACISM KINDNESS OPPORTUNITY PAGE 4 PAGE 9 PAGE 7 PAGE 2 A SPECIAL ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT TO ATLANTA BUSINESS CHRONICLE SEPTEMBER 18-24, 2020 Director’s Note he Corporate Volunteer Council of Atlanta (CVC) I hope that you find inspiration in reading about what CVC supports member companies to deliver business members are doing to support Atlanta in the midst of COVID- T results through their strategic commitment to civic 19, economic strain and social injustice and join us in taking engagement and social impact. CVC members meet regularly positive action. As American educator and legend Helen to share best practices, strengthen community investment Keller once said, “Alone we can do so little; Together we can strategies and make a difference through service. do so much.” To learn more, please visit www.cvcofatlanta. Metro Atlanta companies continue to evolve in the ways org or reach out to me on LinkedIn @cherylkortemeier. they support community. Though it is challenging for volunteer groups to come together in person this year, com- Cheryl Kortemeier, Executive Director panies are finding new and innovative ways to lend support CVC of Atlanta where it is needed most. The CVC is here to connect those @ckort companies so that they can learn from one another. @cvcofatlanta A Letter From The President Dear CVC Members and Friends, our group’s culture, but our reputation challenging community needs. We As 2020 began, naturally came all of and achievements as well.” can make an impact right here in our the discussions of clarity. Hindsight is The CVC of Atlanta supports our community by listening, learning and 2020…Perfect Vision…2020 was prime members’ efforts and strategic commit- continuing to work together. for a good speech. And then 2020 really ment to workplace volunteerism, racial We recently recognized some of that got started and the Atlanta community inclusion and civic engagement. Since work with our 23rd Annual Impact that we all knew changed. Gone was the 1992, the CVC of Atlanta has been bring- Awards, our first ever virtual awards Atlanta traffic, the commute times and ing together business professionals who program, the only program of its kind in the school buses and in their place a are passionate about creating a mean- Atlanta to recognize excellence in corpo- new normal that we are all still zooming ingful community impact to share best rate volunteerism and civic engagement. towards. One thing remained the same, practices, strengthen community invest- You can read more about the great work Atlanta companies continued to come ment strategies and make a difference. these organizations and our members together to support our community. One of the key benefits of the CVC are doing in this special publication. “Impact 2020” takes a minute to cel- of Atlanta is being part of a community I hope you will also take the oppor- ebrate a year unlike any other and the of like-minded individuals and orga- tunity to visit our website at www. impacts of the more than 100 organiza- our greatest assets. In 2019, our board nizations focused on meaningful and cvcofatlanta.org to learn more about tions that are members of the Corporate approved a formal diversity and inclusion sustainable change. Over the years, I the CVC of Atlanta. On the behalf of Volunteer Council of Atlanta (CVC). Our policy which says it best, “Our members have seen amazing examples of that the entire membership, I invite you to members are leading the way in Metro are the most valuable asset that we have. among our members, but even more this join us and to collaborate with us to Atlanta with efforts to address the most The collective sum of the individual dif- year as we continue to collaborate and Connect, Inspire and Impact. important societal issues by developing ferences, life experiences, knowledge, innovate in our remote environment. and implementing programs to posi- inventiveness, innovation, self-expres- Companies are utilizing the strengths, Sara Simonds tively impact our community. sion, unique capabilities and talent that expertise and resources of each organi- 2020 CVC of Atlanta Board President The CVC has long valued diversity our members invest in our organization zation and bringing together the right Senior Manager and inclusion and feels that it is one of represents a significant part of not only people needed to tackle even the most Deloitte

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ered through a fleet of Mercedes-Benz projects, and lawyers and paralegals recent influx of PC requests driven by Sprinter vans. The company also repur- provided 71,000 hours of pro bono legal the pandemic, the nonprofit needed to posed its cafeteria to provide 1,000 service to low-income individuals, non- upgrade its VoIP network. NCR stepped meals a week to PAWKids and Second profits and community causes. The firm in to manage the project, partnering with Helpings Atlanta and initiated Thank- also partners with clients on joint proj- other leading technology companies, ful Thursdays to acknowledge the ects that support affordable housing, that all also donated expertise and equip- Sandy Springs police and fire depart- business literacy and leadership skills ment. Inspired edu’s VoIP network is now ments by catering meals from different for high school students and assist non- able to handle the volume of requests local restaurants each week. profits with legal issues. coming in, with extra capacity for future The finalist of the IMPACT Corporate anticipated needs. This project enhanced IMPACT Corporate Volunteer Volunteer Program of the Year is IHG. NCR’s ongoing relationship with Program of the Year The company launched its True Hos- Inspirededu, which includes donating This award is presented to an employee pitality for Good program in 2018 and more than 2,000 PCs to the organiza- volunteer program that effectively inte- has formed charitable partnerships that tions over the past five years. grates volunteerism into the company’s deliver action in hospitality skills build- The finalist in the Skills-Based business culture. ing, disaster relief and environmental Volunteerism IMPACT Award is Mer- The winner of the IMPACT Corpo- sustainability. Its Giving for Good month cedes-Benz USA, which supported rate Volunteer Program of the Year is encourages employees to make a positive Atlanta metro residents during the pan- King & Spalding, which formalized its difference in the community and for every demic by launching Curbside Caring, community program in 1994. Under the colleague that gets involved, IHG makes an initiative of the company’s Great- leadership of volunteer councils, the a donation to one of four global causes on ness Lives Here community outreach firm participates in a variety of commu- their behalf. In 2019, 160,000 participated program. From April through October, nity and pro bono activities. In Atlanta, in the Giving for Good month globally. SPECIAL MBUSA is preparing 28,000 meals over the past five years, its 850 lawyers Corporate employees are also given two A King & Spalding associate delivers for families and children in need and and staff invested 16,750 hours of com- days of paid time off to support causes sack lunches to summer camp at enabling thousands more to be deliv- munity service through 375 individual that matter to them most. n n n The Andrew P. Stewart Center. IT TAKES A LEADER TO KNOW ONE. We’re happy to serve a city of leaders.

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n 2018, the CVC began a mission to embrace the true I meaning of diversity and inclusion (D&I). A year ago, the organization founded the D&I Committee, aimed at addressing the needs of all people who are members of the CVC. The committee has hosted forums and facilitated uncomfortable conversations in order to grow to a higher level of understanding of what D&I actually means. It’s about creating a culture of inclusion where individuals of different races and genders are embraced and welcomed as an active part of the organization and respected as leaders. “When I talk about inclusionary diversity it’s that we companies are not just bringing in, embracing and recognizing the need and value of diversity, but are also shifting culture to ensure that all people are included and their voice and perspectives valued, toward SPECIAL the advancement of The Emory community came together for “White Coats for Black Lives,” uniting against racist violence. the organization,” Imara Canady says Imara Canady, communities to change the way they Atlanta-based partners, The National in Americas-based corporate leader- national director, do business to ensure the environment Center for Civil and Human Rights and ship roles over the next four years. communications and community engage- inside and outside the office is a more the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Center IHG also vowed to support legislation ment, AIDS Healthcare Foundation and inclusive one for all. for Nonviolent Social Action, three that drives change in racial justice co-chair of the CVC D&I Committee. “Because of the history of Atlanta, national organizations—Equal Justice and equity and supports education, “At the end of the day, when we focus on the great leaders that have come out of Initiative, United Negro College Fund employability and empowerment in inclusion and not just representation by Atlanta around civil and human rights and National Urban League—will the community through partnerships diversity, then everybody wins.” globally, and the leadership corporate receive support. Cox also donated with the National Urban League, the So, when the protests broke out in Atlanta has historically exhibited … we $1 million in advertising on its Cox National Center for Civil and Human Atlanta and across the nation following are in a unique moment in history for Communications network and sup- Rights and Atlanta CareerRise. the death of George Floyd, the CVC corporate Atlanta to have a tremendous ported the Ad Council’s Racial Equality was prepared to make its stance against ripple effect and impact on what corpo- campaign, Love Has No Labels. INVESCO racism heard. CVC President Sara rate America does across this country,” Invesco is working to strengthen Simonds sent out a message to the mem- Canady says. EMORY UNIVERSITY its commitment to D&I by hosting bership addressing racial injustice and Here is a snapshot of the many ways On June 5, thousands of members of forums and listening sessions to help stressing the importance of the moment. CVC member companies are hoping to the Emory community came together colleagues gain greater insights and “Because of the prior work that the make an impact. to unite against racist violence with sensitivity about systemic racism. C VC ha s done a moment of silence in memory of Other efforts include making dona- on inclusionar y ALSTON & BIRD George Floyd and others who have suf- tions to racial justice organizations diversity, Sara felt At Alston & Bird, the Diversity Com- fered acts of racial injustice. The crowd and taking steps to further strengthen very comfortable mittee, Pro Bono Committee and filled the Emory Quadrangle for the the company’s hiring, training and speaking with a community service leadership joined “White Coats for Black Lives” vigil, development practices to more effec- collective message forces to create a series of ongoing kneeling in silence for 8 minutes and tively retain, develop and attract that was very pow- conversations. The firm also launched 46 seconds—the length of time George black professionals. erful,” says Karen ongoing educational programming Floyd suffered under the knee of the Karen Robinson Jeremie Robinson Jeremie, and a giving campaign in support of Minneapolis police officer charged JABIAN community rela- the NAACP, Black Lives Matter and with his murder. Spearheaded by stu- Jabian Cares, the company’s tions manager at Kilpatrick Townsend Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights dents in the School of Medicine, similar employee-led and funded community & Stockton LLP and co-chair of the Under the Law. As protests got under- events were held simultaneously on foundation, worked with the Diversity CVC’s D&I Committee. way, Alston & Bird partnered with the campus and at Emory hospitals. & Inclusion team to make donations During this historical moment, many Southern Center for Human Rights, to four social justice organizations. In CVC companies also took a position National Lawyers Guild, Raheem and IHG Atlanta, this included the Southern against racism and expressed pub- the Georgia Chapter of the NAACP to In June, IHG announced a series Center for Human Rights. Jabian staff licly their support of the Black Lives take on projects to serve as legal observ- of commitments in the Americas to across all its offices were also invited Matter movement. This included ral- ers and negotiate matters on behalf of support Black colleagues and com- to share books, movies, podcasts lying around the passage of House Bill protesters with misdemeanors. munities. These range from the and blogs that inspire them to tackle 426, or the Georgia Hate Crimes Act, roll-out of mandatory unconscious racism, understand gender identity and which was signed into law in late June COX ENTERPRISES bias training for 10,000 plus U.S. cor- promote diversity. The “Inside Jabian” thanks to the support of many business Cox Enterprises created a $1 million porate and managed hotel employees discussion series took it a step further leaders. Individually, CVC member fund to help organizations that support by the end of 2020 to taking action by inviting speakers to facilitate con- companies are also making commit- social justice and civil and human to double the company’s representa- versations about racial inequality, ments within their organizations and rights. In addition to two existing tion of ethnically diverse colleagues systemic racism and privilege. SEPTEMBER 18-24, 2020 A SPECIAL ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT TO ATLANTA BUSINESS CHRONICLE PAGE 5

KILPATRICK TOWNSEND & D&I lead, providing recommended Southeast Lead Region President STOCKTON LLP resources and readings for employees Darryl Harmon participated in a call In the wake of George Floyd’s death, and supporting the establishment of with Wells Fargo’s Black/African Amer- Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton new employee resource groups. ican Connection networking group in created a Justice and Equality Task Atlanta where he heard from employ- Force to guide its efforts by providing PNC FINANCIAL SERVICES ees. Wells Fargo’s CEO Charlie Scharf anti-racist educational programming GROUP, INC. also announced a series of diversity and within the firm, pro bono legal work PNC Financial Services Group Inc. inclusion-centered commitments. This advancing racial justice and volunteer activities that combat the inequalities recently committed more than $1 billion includes the mission to double Black caused by systemic racism. Part of these aimed at helping to end systemic racism leadership over the next five years. efforts included launching a video series and support economic empowerment Scharf also created a new and expanded capturing racist encounters endured by of African Americans and low and diversity executive leadership role individuals at the firm, a three-part train- moderate income communities. PNC’s reporting to the CEO, and added educa- ing series called Eradicating Racism and regional presidents in all 43 markets tion sessions in which employees can a Justice and Equality Book Club. are also hosting diversity and inclusion share with colleagues their personal SPECIAL town hall discussions with employees. stories and perspectives on the realities Alston & Bird partnered with KING & SPALDING of racism. There will also be anti-racism several nonprofits to serve as legal observers and negotiate matters on King & Spalding created a Social WELLS FARGO training required for managers in a new Justice Committee comprised of leaders At Wells Fargo, Consumer Banking live and interactive program. n n n behalf of protesters. in D&I, pro bono, community affairs, professional development, human resources and marketing. After consul- tation with leadership in each office, the committee provided opportunities for pro bono work focused on civil rights and social justice. The firm also established an additional PTO day that can be used on June 19th (Juneteenth) or on another day in 2020 to reflect on what they can do to advance social justice or to work on a social justice initiative. KPMG In July, KPMG’s diversity and inclusion team hosted a virtual three-day event “Courageous Conversations” where colleagues from across the KPMG network met virtually for a conversation about racism and dis- Use your voice crimination. On July 1, KPMG’s chief diversity and inclusion officer and the national inclusion and diversity (I&D) team also initiated “ACCELERATE 2025,” which is aimed at ensuring that to bring change more individuals from underrepre- sented groups choose KPMG as their employer of choice, build careers at KPMG and advance to leadership posi- tions within the firm and profession. NCR NCR has hosted company town halls to listen to employees and focus on issues surrounding diversity and inclusions. These include building a culture of transparency; identifying opportunities for inclusive business practices; leveraging the NCR brand in philanthropic, community and public policy efforts that support inclusive business practices; and extend corporate support / funding for diversity and inclusion-focused employee groups. UCB UCB’s D&I council has held several all employee forums entitled “Race to Relate” offering a safe place for employees to discuss racial and social injustices and how UCB can better create a safe and inclusive environment going forward. Other recent actions include offering Juneteenth as a U.S. holiday, announcing the hiring of a U.S. A SPECIAL ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT TO ATLANTA BUSINESS CHRONICLE Social Justice and Equity is Everyone’s Responsibility By Pedro Cherry President and CEO, Atlanta Gas Light

enewed conversations about police brutality and social R inequality in America prompted a flurry of carefully crafted statements Team Cox celebrating a successful clean-up at the Chattahoochee Nature Center in 2019. The high ﬁves are virtual in 2020, but the good continues. from companies, both large and small. Leaders know that the costs of remain- ing silent on an important issue are high. However, calling out racial injustice in our country without demonstrating any Championing SPECIAL positive action is equally detrimental. Change Together Since joining Atlanta Gas Light in and connect them to our peers as part of a the beginning of August, the phrase conscious effort to level the playing field. At Cox, we empower our people to be the change we all want “actions speak louder than words” has We also deliberately build relationships to see. From helping to create a healthier planet to supporting often come to my mind. Diversity and with, provide trainings for and recruit vulnerable members of our communities, we strive to make the inclusion are such an ingrained part from historically black colleges and uni- world a better place for the next generation. of the culture here—and at our parent versities, diverse student associations company, Southern Company Gas—that and diverse professional organizations. Cox is a proud supporter of CVC Atlanta. Learn how it underlies every action our employees Just this spring, Southern Company Gas we’re building a better future at CoxEnterprises.com. take. As I have been meeting new people and the Southern Company Gas Chari- and diving deep into our business oper- table Foundation announced a $1 million ations, it has been very apparent that donation toward academic expansion at employees and leaders alike recognize Morehouse School of Medicine—part that diversity and inclusion nurtures the of a $50 million commitment to histori- new perspectives, understanding and cally black colleges and universities GROWING THE GOOD AT innovation that enhance our ability to from Southern Company. I am a proud deliver superior value for our employ- board of trustee member of Clark ees, customers and community. Atlanta University. Even more importantly though, at As an African American, I am acutely Atlanta Gas Light, we recognize the role aware of the challenges colleagues we can play outside our walls to help from diverse backgrounds face. Joining break down systemic racism across Atlanta Gas Light, I am happy to be a Georgia. Volunteering in our commu- part of a company that is taking con- nity plays a major part. We have eight crete efforts to help others like me by Employee Resource Groups that support cultivating a culture that eliminates the company’s efforts to foster equity, these challenges. with the goal of not only increasing Our society has made great strides diversity within our business but elevat- since Atlanta Gas Light first illuminated ing minority voices and supporting their the city’s streets in the 1850s—yet needs across our territory. Employees inequality and racism remain in our from these groups spread awareness country. Business leaders can address about careers in energy to diverse com- the current call for equality and foster munities, engage in projects to raise social justice in their communities funds for and deliver hands-on support by making diversity and inclusion a to communities in need and partner business imperative, not just an extra- with community organizations commit- curricular. I, for one, am committed to ted to equity and justice. continuing Atlanta Gas Light’s efforts We are also committed to uplifting to hear minority voices, learn about those who have been disenfranchised the challenges they face and identify across our economy. We intentionally tangible steps to help foster a more just procure from minority-owned businesses and equitable society. n n n

Georgia Natural Gas’ TrueBlue Crew Employee to do what is right. Volunteers give their time Join Hands On Atlanta January 17-18, 2021 to help out as we honor the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. at senior Martin Luther King Jr. at our annual Sunday organizations, Supper and Day of Service. schools or special community events. Learn more and get your company involved: www.handsonatlanta.org/mlk SPECIAL SEPTEMBER 18-24, 2020 A SPECIAL ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT TO ATLANTA BUSINESS CHRONICLE PAGE 7 Turning Challenge Into Opportunity

OVID-19 has forced compa- fund accepts grant applications that nies to take a closer look at are reviewed by an independent com- C how they care for employ- mittee, comprised of firm partners and ees and help those outside their professional staff, and grants are set up company during difficult times. The to be tax-free for recipients. pandemic has creating a very chal- Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton lenging environment to do both, but it was also one of several law firms that has also offered new opportunities for joined Eversheds Sutherland to launch employee-focused initiatives and col- a remote legal clinic to help small busi- laboration between organizations to nesses and nonprofits weather the tackle emergent community needs. economic impact of COVID-19. A part- “This pandemic has enabled UCB nership with The State Bar of Georgia to address gaps that we may not have Pro Bono Resource Center, Lawyers identified prior to recent events,” says for Good Government (L4GG) Allyson Funk, head of U.S. communi- SPECIAL and Lawyers for Equal Justice, the cations and public affairs, UCB. IHG employees volunteer at the Georgia Hotel & Lodging Association (GHLA) program matched small businesses At UCB, this includes starting an “Pop-Up Pantry.” and nonprofits with a Georgia law Employee Relief Fund to provide firm—Eversheds Sutherland, Alston financial assistance to employees $250,000 of the funds to launch an the National Center for Civil and Human & Bird, Kilpatrick Townsend, King & experiencing financial hardship due employee matching gift program, Rights closed its doors to the public as Spalding or Nelson Mullins—for free to COVID-19. UCB also established a giving locally where employees live a result of the pandemic, Cox stepped 45-minute phone or virtual consulta- global UCB Community Health Fund and work through Invesco Cares dona- in to underwrite the production of a tions with pro bono attorneys who can with an initial $3 million investment to tions, global corporate donations and virtual 360-degree tour of the Center, answer legal questions. provide financial support to organiza- the Invesco Cares Foundation. which will be free to the public on the “An extraordinary number of small tions working to improve the health of Cox Enterprises recently expanded Center’s website. businesses and nonprofits are sud- vulnerable groups. its Cox Employee Relief Fund (CERF) At Kilpatrick Townsend & Stock- denly fighting for survival,” said John Invesco responded to the pandemic to help furloughed employees and assist ton, COVID-19 sparked the creation of Fleming, pro bono partner at Ever- by making a commitment to give $1 with food and housing expenses if a the KTS Employee Financial Support sheds Sutherland. “While our firms million to COVID-19 relief organiza- spouse or domestic partner’s position Fund to assist firm employees facing may otherwise compete in business, tions. The company also earmarked was impacted by COVID-19. And when unexpected financial hardships. The CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 CONNECTING COMMUNITIES IN THE AIR AND ON THE GROUND. Proud to support CVC of Atlanta. A SPECIAL ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT TO ATLANTA BUSINESS CHRONICLE

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7 individually packaged and family style we work side-by-side on pro bono and meals to distribute to food insecure will always come together to fulfill our children and adults. NCR Foundation professional duty to help the commu- is sponsoring 1,000 meals per week nity, now more than ever.” for 8 weeks. The foundation is also In April, Eversheds Sutherland also supporting the Restaurant Workers launched a Meals for Heroes program Community Foundation COVID-19 to send meals to its extended family Crisis Relief fund, which provides indi- For more information on members working on the frontlines of vidualized case management support Veritiv Connects, visit the COVID-19 pandemic. Nearly 1,000 to displaced restaurant workers. veritivcorp.com/corporate-responsibility meals have been donated to individuals To support its workers in the hospi- with family ties to the firm. tality industry, IHG has participated

© 2020 Veritiv Corporation. All rights reserved. Veritiv and the Veritiv logo King & Spalding also went beyond in the Georgia Hotel & Lodging Asso- are trademarks of Veritiv Corporation or its affiliates. free legal service by sewing face ciation (GHLA) “Pop-Up Pantry” masks for health care workers, donat- initiative. The project,which has moved ing blood, providing online career to different hotels in metro Atlanta to advice to under-resourced youth and maximize reach, supplies each individ- translating online books for immigrant ual with 30 pounds of groceries. The children to increase literacy skills. GHLA’s “Pop-Up Pantry” is a partner- The children of firm lawyers also took ship with the Atlanta Community Food part by assembling sack lunches for Bank and supported by a contribution children attending summer camp in from Gas South. We proudly support southwest Atlanta. Atlanta social impact agency For the Corporate Volunteer “King & Spalding has pro- Momentum helped support its vided opportunities that client, the Atlanta-based Council of Atlanta and can involve the entire Boys & Girls Clubs family in volunteer- of America with a the 2020 Impact Awards. ing and community COV ID -19 relief engagement,” says fund initiative. The Lauren Abbott, project is a joint kslaw.com King & Spald- campaign with ing community digital delivery affairs manager. service goPuff, Food insecu- which pledged to rity has also been match online dona- a focus a rea for tions up to $1 million Congratulations 2020 Peach State Health for the Boys & Girls Plan. The company part- Clubs COVID-19 Relief CVC IMPACT Award winners. nered with regional food Fund. The fundraising goal banks and pantries to donate more was met and goPuff presented a check than $60,000 to help expand access to for $1 million. food in communities across the state. “Clubs provided meals, supported The nonprofit partners include MUST families of first responders with child- Ministries, Atlanta Community Food care and virtual learning to keep Bank, Second Harvest Food Bank of kids and teens engaged with positive South Georgia and Feeding the Valley mentors and on-track academically,” Food Bank. says Julie Teer, chief development and NCR Foundation also partnered with public affairs officer, Boys & Girls Atlanta Community Food Bank for Clubs of America. “In addition, the its Community Kitchen Project. This fund enables clubs to provide critical risk.lexisnexis.com program leverages underutilized com- services as the nation begins to emerge mercial kitchen capacity to produce from the pandemic.” n n n SEPTEMBER 18-24, 2020 A SPECIAL ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT TO ATLANTA BUSINESS CHRONICLE PAGE 9 a c T s o f k I N D n e s s CVC members understand the impact a single act of kindness—whether small or large—can have. During this difficult time, employees from CVC companies have taken it upon themselves to reach out and offer a helping hand. Here, we shine a light on some of those selfless actions. ALSTON & BIRD Over the weekend prior to the school moving to an online By the end of March, Alston & Bird sent out an email asking environment, the firm’s attorneys and professional staff employees to send the names of family members who collected enough snacks and non-perishable food items to were serving on the pandemic front lines so that the firm assist more than 150 families at the school. The team then could provide food for their unit, shift or family. More than worked with its community partner, Emmaus House, and 95 employees responded with family members helping in BAMO PTA to deliver snacks and meals locations all over the country. A small group of volunteers from the firm’s Conference Services Department offered to NCR assist in organizing and coordinating food deliveries to the NCR harnessed its skilled talent to help with the shortage various hospitals, police and fire departments and ambu- of medical equipment as a result of the pandemic. The lance services. Within a week’s time, five people divided company’s Hardware Engineering team in Atlanta, Dundee up the list and coordinated these efforts, which impacted Scotland and Buenos Aires, Argentina used its 3D printers hundreds of people. to make face shields. The generosity continued in Ontario Canada where NCR employee Dianne Bateman and her COX ENTERPRISES team sewed face masks for local hospitals who were suffer- Cox Enterprises held an internal engagement campaign in ing a shortage of supplies. July called Connecting Through Kindness. As part of the initiative, Cox employees performed conscious acts of SPECIAL UCB kindness to make a positive ripple effect in the world. Man- NCR employee Dianne Bateman sewing face masks. Through its internal #StrongerTogether campaign, agers sent “gratitude” care packages to their team, parents UCB invited employees in the U.S. to share their expe- mailed thank you cards to teachers and neighbors prepared pany’s customer care coaches checks in with her team riences and efforts during the pandemic. As a result, meals and made home repairs for those in need. Employees each week wearing a different costume to help bring a many shared how they have supported their communi- were encouraged to visit the Cox Impact employee engage- smile to her employees’ faces. Another employee started ties during these challenging times. Acts shared included ment site to log their act of kindness or to get ideas of what volunteering with When We All Vote in an effort to become making contactless meal deliveries for neighbors, buying they could do to help. more involved in racial justice. And another team member groceries for the elderly, tutoring homeless teens online EMORY created an employee support group for working parents and sewing masks for medical professionals and culinary Emory’s Feed the Frontline program, a partnership with the who are balancing providing childcare with their career. The service workers. group holds a weekly happy hour, shares resources and James M. Cox Foundation, provided meals for health care Wells Fargo workers and first responders on the front lines of the pan- provides a safe space for sharing when people are feeling Wells Fargo is aiming to inspiring employee engagement demic. So far, nearly 76,000 meals have been delivered, overwhelmed. through a new strategy. In September, the bank ushered $1.1 million raised and 1,469 donors have supported this in a year-round approach to service and giving through a meaningful initiative. KILPATRICK TOWNSEND & STOCKTON As the pandemic unfolded, Kilpatrick Townsend’s thoughts Month of Action that allows employees to get involved in GAS SOUTH turned to its local educational partner school, Barack three ways: Performing acts of kindness to lift others up; Gas South employees are doing what they can to try and and Michelle Obama Academy (BAMO) and Atlanta Public volunteering through innovative virtual options to benefit ease the strain of the past several months. One of the com- Schools, where many of the students face food insecurity. nonprofits; and contributing to their favorite charities. n n n

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VC members are preparing for what Corporate Social C Responsibility (CSR) might look like in a post-COVID world, ramping up virtual and skills-based volunteering efforts in a time when flexibility for employees is crucial. Many companies have transferred in-person events to a virtual format and are encouraging employees to try online volunteering platforms. And as new needs arise among nonprofit partners in light of the pandemic, the CVC is answering the call. King & Spalding recently transitioned the 14th annual Justice Robert Benham Law Camp to a virtual format. The camp, a partnership with the Gate City Bar Association and the Georgia State Uni- SPECIAL SPECIAL versity College of Law, aims to empower Georgia Natural Gas donated $200,000 to support the community during the King & Spalding distributed donated minority students to pursue careers in pandemic crisis. grocery cards to those in need. the legal profession. The firm also played a leadership role in coordinating the neys are currently preparing to provide All for Progress x Our Communities, a ing and proper sanitizing. In the end, Youth About Business (YAB) summer pro bono representation to hundreds of campaign focused on supporting orga- employees packed 480 food kits and camp in Atlanta, which also went entirely families in Atlanta at risk of eviction due nizations most affected at this time. To numerous letters were mailed to accom- virtual. YAB works to develop business to loss of income from unemployment. date more than 17,000 team members pany the kits. Almost every employee literacy and leadership skills among At Sage, nearly all volunteering will have donated $1.9 million dollars and that came into the office, participated in diverse high school students. Other be virtual until the company re-opens volunteered more than 45,000 hours in the volunteer event. recent shifts include expanding the its offices. Each month, Sage holds one support of COVID-19 response. Deloitte is working with City of firm’s partnership with TutorMate, an “BIG” day of volunteering where col- “Team members have leveraged their Refuge, which helps individuals and online virtual tutoring program for first leagues share pictures and stories via passion, skills and generosity to partici- families transition out of crisis, to pivot its grade students at Title 1 schools. Microsoft Teams about how they are pate in virtual volunteering and giving services to fit the current environment. NCR is leveraging its intranet by devel- volunteering. across three priority areas: health, Although the organization’s programs oping an employee portal to provide Sage is also holding speaker sessions education and economic opportunity,” are typically in person, Deloitte is virtual volunteer opportunities with with its nonprofit partners each month says Jamila Cowan-Wideman, director, helping to develop a strategy for a hybrid NCR nonprofit partners. An innovative and has hosted two virtual concerts global employee empowerment, Dell (in-person and digital) education model. opportunity with Hands on Atlanta also that brought together colleagues who Technologies. One of Cox Enterprises most popular allowed employees to download the Be play music. Sage then donated money Delta Community Credit Union virtual volunteer activities to date has My Eyes phone app to assist blind and to the Red Cross for every attendee. has continued its Financial Educa- been a partnership with Girl Talk. The low-vision individuals to tackle chal- “The changing volunteering opportu- tion Center through a series of free, nonprofit’s “She Leads” spotlights share lenges and solve problems together. nities have allowed us to engage a new on-demand webinars during the the career stories and lessons learned of “We are only promoting virtual volun- group of employees who were not able/ COVID-19 health crisis. The webinars a Cox employee via a list of survey ques- teer opportunities for the foreseeable or did not want to engage in more tra- are meant to provide members, Select tions created by Girl Talk’s high school future,” says Yvonne Whitaker, Founda- ditional face-to-face volunteering to get Employee Groups (SEGs) and commu- girls. The “interviews” are then shared tion Lead, NCR. “This approach allows involved,” says Sara Reed, Sage Foun- nity partners with financial guidance through the nonprofit’s blog. employees to continue to engage in volun- dation manager for North America. amid economic turmoil. “This series has provided our girls teer activities, while prioritizing safety, and Alston & Bird is also working to “Delta Community quickly pivoted encouragement, inspiration and great allowing employees from other locations encourage continued engagement in from existing operational priorities life lessons,” says Ellen Dickson, Girl including global offices to participate.” the community. The firm hosted a to planning and launching the Finan- Talk director of programs and chapters. In order to pivot its volunteer engage- grant writing training to educate vol- cial :15 series so that people would have “Our girls look for this during normal ment during the pandemic, Kilpatrick unteers and encourage them to help a access to actionable money manage- times, but have especially enjoyed this Townsend & Stockton created a toolkit nonprofit with this specialized skills- ment strategies,” says Reina J. Short, during these unprecedented times.” of remote/virtual volunteer opportuni- based opportunity. In August, Alston manager, community development, Georgia Natural Gas has shifted its ties. The opportunities cover a wide & Bird also launched an online com- Delta Community Credit Union. philanthropic efforts to focus on virtual range of causes such as education, health munity experiences program where Gas South admits it’s still navigating volunteerism with organizations Tutor- and well-being, disaster relief, senior ser- participants can learn about a subject the impacts of the pandemic on its vol- Mate and Partners in Change, a public/ vices and military/veterans support. matter while also learning about non- unteer efforts. The company recently private partnership that mentors parents “The firm has been actively engaging profits and small businesses. Class conducted a volunteer event for Action and young adults. Georgia Natural Gas’ with our civic and nonprofit partners to topics will include candle making led Ministries, Smart Lunch Smart Kid effort leadership also developed a new charita- determine how we continue to mean- by a former homeless individual, creat- this summer that offered both a virtual ble giving program, “It’s Your Choice,” ingfully support the most vulnerable ing a healthy home led by the Atlanta and onsite opportunity for employees. where employees can direct a grant to members of our communities. One Community ToolBank and more. “Employees were able to participate the nonprofit of their choice. way is through remote volunteering,” “Everyone will be invited to attend, virtually by writing letters of encourage- “Many supported food distribution says Karen Robinson Jeremie, com- and donations will be encouraged,” ment to the children and families that programs at churches, temples and community relations manager, Kilpatrick says Cheryl Naja, director of pro bono will be receiving food kits this summer,” munity centers,” says Maurice Baker, Townsend & Stockton. and community service, Alston & Bird. says Carley Stephens, community manager of community relations, Georgia Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton “We hope this new way to learn about affairs program manager. “Employees Natural Gas. “It enabled us to reach grass- hosted a call with the directors of several current needs will serve as a great way could also come to the office and pack roots organizations in the communities nonprofit organizations that provide legal to also raise funds for local nonprofits.” food kits for children and families.” where our colleagues live and participate services to identify their needs in the In response to the impact of the The in-person option was carefully that are making a real and meaningful current environment and the firm’s attor- pandemic, Dell Technologies launched orchestrated to allow for social distanc- difference during a critical time.” n n n SEPTEMBER 18-24, 2020 A SPECIAL ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT TO ATLANTA BUSINESS CHRONICLE PAGE 11

or attend,” recalls Hartz, who now runs her own CSR and sustainability firm Future of CSR Corporate Hartz LLC. “The Olympics turbo-charged the he COVID-19 pandemic has passion and conversations in countless inclusive cross sector collaboration created new needs in the cities and towns across the country among for-profit, government, non- T community, but it has also and globally make clear we are in a new profit and communities in Atlanta, completely altered the way those ser- normal. And this will have a lasting originally established by Mayor Ivan vices are delivered. From small group impact on the corporate social respon- Allen in the 1960s,” Hartz says. and outdoor projects to virtual volun- sibility moving forward for companies In looking at the CSR path ahead, teering, CVC companies are evolving of all shapes, sizes and industries.” Hartz agrees that virtual experiences their philanthropic efforts to make sure As business meetings and social SPECIAL will play a role, but believes that there Delta Community Credit Union’s their impact is still felt. How Corporate gatherings have gone the way of Zoom will always be a critical need for face- Cool Cash Money Camp is designed Social Responsibility (CSR) will con- and other online platforms, so has vol- to-face volunteering. to promote financial literacy among tinue to morph in the future is yet to be unteering. Tutormate, Goodera and “Along with community needs being children ages 7 to 14 through fun, seen, but there is no doubt the events of CareerVillage are just some of the addressed, the company benefits from interactive discussions and games. 2020 will have played a big role. many online volunteering platforms cross-department, cross level team “The past six months has left an that will continue to grow in the wake building. It’s about being with people indelible mark on the future of corpo- of the pandemic. and the Corporate Volunteer Council that you are normally not with,” she says. rate social responsibility,” says Rich “Virtual volunteerism is going to in 1992, at a time when employee vol- “Additionally, civic engagement yields Maiore, president of CSR strategy firm be part of the everyday as we move unteerism was gaining traction. What branding, attracting employees, con- Rocket Social Impact. “The issues, forward,” says Jennifer Bronner, senior really accelerated tributing to key business goals that are manager, corporate social responsi- CSR in Atlanta, better served through collaboration.” bility, Cox Enterprises. “We all need however, was the Hartz adds that the post-COVID to consider what our companies can 1 9 9 6 O l y m p i c generation will demand hands-on and do during this time when majority Games. virtual volunteering. They are eager of employees are remote, and may “Every company to commit themselves to an ongoing continue to be remote, to help our non- wanted to show a cause, rather than attending one-off profits and communities stay strong.” supportive pres- service events. As a founding member of the CVC Jennifer Hartz ence. To be an “The willingness of the 18 to 28 year and a CSR/ERG consultant for two Olympic volun- olds to go deep is so much better than decades, Jennifer Levine Hartz has teer, you had to complete [a certain we had a decade ago,” Hartz says. “The seen the corporate volunteering land- amount of] hours of service. We going deep is one of the things that will scape in Atlanta evolve substantially. tracked employee volunteer time and feel different and will be better than In the late 1980s and into the early created projects employees could lead what has been done in the past.” n n n 1990s she recalls a city largely run by SPECIAL “10 companies, a few foundations, the NCR participated in the Women in mayor, the governor, the chamber, and Technology Virtual Job Shadow the community foundation.” Hands on program, hosting a panel discussion Atlanta started in 1989, The Carter with students. Center’s ‘The Atlanta Project” in 1991, The New Atlanta Way

etro Atlanta has one of the highest levels of income inequality in the nation. According to the Atlanta Wealth Building Initiative M (2020), the median household income in Atlanta for a white family is $83,722 compared to $28,105 for a Black family. We have a long way to go before Atlanta becomes a place where all residents can participate and prosper, or become equitable. Is your company ready to help improve equity in Atlanta, but you are not sure where to begin? CVC member partner Partnership for Southern Equity (PSE) recently launched the Just Business Roundtable (JBR) offering Atlanta companies a place to come together to learn about why equity matters and how businesses can take action. The JBR is part of PSE’s Just Opportunity Circle (JOC), an organized group of key regional economic development leaders from the private, nonprofit and government sectors. The JOC works to advance an economic inclusion agenda that promotes and increases equity through income, wealth-building, employment and entrepreneurship among vulnerable populations. To learn more, get involved and take positive action, visit www.psequity.org. COMPANIES THAT ARE MAKING ATLANTA B E T T E R T o G E T h e r

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