How can we achieve the seemingly impossible: living on Earth without negative impact?

Hear from global voices offering solutions to make this transformative change a reality.

First National Bank (FNB), the largest privately-owned bank in the U.S. with over $20 billion in assets, is deeply committed to community development. Alec Gorynski, FNB's Vice President of Community Development and Corporate Philanthropy and President of the First National Community Development Corporation in Omaha, highlights this commitment through partnerships like Habitat Omaha.

FNB actively reinvests in its communities, dedicating over $26 million in 2017 and managing an $88 million portfolio focused on financial health and credit with CDFIs and nonprofit partners. Read Mr. Gorynski's article on strengthening communities here.

Our mission empowers mothers, children, and youth in disadvantaged communities. We foster lasting change by emphasizing individual importance and self-worth through knowledge and empowerment.

Warren Te Brugge founded My Arms Wide Open, a foundation supporting rural villages in his native South Africa. He also serves as a consultant and principal of Manzimvula, a certified B-Corp.

Cone's online survey, involving 1,000 respondents per country, defined "corporate responsibility" as companies altering business practices and supporting social and environmental issues. The report shares opinions on business's role in society, emphasizing its capacity to drive change.

Key findings highlight focusing on material issues, leveraging core business competencies, recognizing the impact of socially minded consumers, and advocating for transparent communication. Download the 2012 Cone Green Gap Trend Tracker for more details.