Corporate Responsibility
While Cummins has worked on a wide variety of community initiatives since its inception in 1919, the company focuses its resources on three global priorities critical to healthy communities.
High‑quality education leads to strong social and economic outcomes for students, a skilled workforce for employers and vibrant, prosperous Cummins communities. Among the company’s many education initiatives is Cummins READY™, the company’s global education strategy, which powers the pathway to education and career success in STEM fields for learners of all ages, and Cummins TEC: Technical Education for Communities, a global strategic program that equips students with in‑demand technical and vocational skills through partnerships with local schools.
As a purpose-driven company, Cummins works to improve people’s lives and strengthen communities around the world, building on a long history of standing up for what is right, removing barriers and increasing opportunity and access for all. Among the company’s many initiatives to expand opportunity is Cummins Powers Women, a global strategic program focused on creating large-scale change in the lives of women and girls, and Cummins Advocating for Racial Equity (CARE), a U.S. strategic program focused on creating inclusive communities where Cummins has a large manufacturing or distribution presence.
Cummins engages in a wide range of environmental community initiatives aimed at ensuring communities are better because the company is there. This is the heart of Cummins’ commitment to sustainability, community impact and building a more prosperous future for all. Among the company’s many environmental initiatives is Cummins Water Works, a strategic program to address the global water crisis and strengthen communities by engaging in sustainable, high-impact water projects around the world.
International Day of the Girl, observed annually on October 11, honors girls’ rights and achievements, while raising awareness to the gender inequalities and challenges they face around the world.
In the United States, Nov. 8 is recognized as National STEM Day, a celebration of curiosity, creativity, and innovation.
In recognition of the indisputable role that education plays in advancing global peace, sustainability and unity, since 2019, the United Nations has recognized January 24 as the International Day of Education.
Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) play an important role in communities around the world.
Observed annually on October 11, International Day of the Girl acknowledges the fundamental human right of every girl to succeed.