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Wells Fargo is fulfilling its pledge to donate $400 million to nonprofits in 2018 — or more than $1 million each day — and making significant progress on its social, economic, and environmental goals, according to its newly released 2017 Corporate Social Responsibility report.
The CSR report, “Living our Commitment,” details the company’s progress in addressing social, economic, and environmental challenges through its philanthropy, operations, and products and services. In the report, Wells Fargo also reinforces the company’s enhanced commitment to community investments that support economic growth, resiliency, and sustainability — including the $400 million philanthropy pledge, which was first announced in December 2017. Wells Fargo also recently announced that it will provide $200 billion in financing by 2030 to sustainable businesses and projects.
Re-establishing our products, services, operation, and culture
Wells Fargo’s 2017 CSR report also outlines new goals and strategies to make environmental and social responsibility even more ingrained in the company’s fabric, including products and services, culture and operations, and increased investments in:
“As a global financial services company — and one of the nation’s largest small business lenders, residential mortgage providers, and corporate cash donors — we understand our role as a community partner and the positive impact we can have on society and the environment,” said Jon Campbell, head of Corporate Responsibility and Community Relations, in a letter in the CSR report. “Looking ahead, we will continue seeking opportunities to further integrate CSR throughout our business and are committed to being transparent with you about our progress.”
Wells Fargo was recently recognized as one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens by CR Magazine for its environmental, social, and governance performance and disclosure practices. It has long been one of the top corporate cash donors, ranked first among financial institutions and third among all U.S. companies, according to a 2016 report by The Chronicle of Philanthropy. Wells Fargo was also recognized as the third Most Generous Fortune 500 Company.
