We put our communities first.
At Mercalis, we strive to make a positive impact at every level, from internal to local to global. Our outreach starts with a commitment from our employees to benefit their own communities through meaningful volunteer work, and our philanthropic partnerships enable us to help improve lives on a massive scale.
Making a difference, one step at a time.
Philanthropic Partnerships
Hours Volunteered Last Year
Volunteers
Sustainable Development Goals
Zero Hunger
Our Aspiration
To end hunger and ensure access by all people, in particular the poor and people in vulnerable situations, including infants, to safe, nutritious, and sufficient food all year round.
Our Goal
To increase the amount donated to help feed families. Last year, we donated over $250,000 to families in need.
Responsible Consumption and Production
Our Aspiration
To substantially reduce waste generation through prevention, reduction, recycling, and reuse.
Our Goal
To increase our recycling rate to 50% by 2030.
Sustainable Cities and Communities
Our Aspiration
To support positive economic, social, and environmental links between urban, peri-urban, and rural areas by strengthening national and regional development planning.
Our Goal
To provide both physical and financial support to charity organizations in an effort to feed, clothe, educate, and house people in all community types.
Good Health and Well-Being
Our Aspiration
To reduce premature mortality from non-communicable diseases through prevention and treatment, and to promote mental health and well-being.
Our Goal
To decrease mortality by delivering best-in-class, patient-centric healthcare solutions to life sciences providers, pharmacies, and patients.
Decent Work and Economic Growth
Our Aspiration
To increase the proportion of youth (15-24 years) in education, employment, and training.
Our Goal
To provide increasing employment and internship opportunities.
Gender Equality
Our Aspiration
To ensure women full and effective participation and provide equal opportunities for leadership at all levels of decision-making in political, economic, and public life.
Our Goal
To increase our proportion (66%) of women in managerial positions.
Clean Water and Sanitation
Our Aspiration
To protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers, and lakes.
Our Goal
To continue partnering with the Wetlands America Trust, and further our support for water-related ecosystems over time.
These seven objectives were inspired by the Sustainable Development Goals adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, which provide “a shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet, now and into the future.”