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2024 Corporate Social Responsibility Report
2024 Corporate Social Responsibility Report
2024 Corporate Social Responsibility Report
2024 Corporate Social Responsibility Report
2024 Corporate Social Responsibility Report
Our story started over 60 years ago with a simple but powerful idea: business should be a force for good. That belief has been at the heart of everything we do, from a single store in Iowa to the diverse family of brands we’re proud to operate today. Our annual CSR report is just one way we keep ourselves accountable. It’s not just about sharing numbers or milestones. It’s about staying true to the values that guide us every day: integrity, respect, and a deep commitment to the communities we serve.
Balancing purpose with profit is central to how we operate. We understand that creating lasting value and driving positive societal impact go hand in hand. Through our brands and partnerships, we strive to make meaningful progress in areas that matter most to Krause Group. Our efforts continue to focus on three United Nations Sustainable Development Goals that closely align with our mission: advancing gender equality, reducing inequalities, and championing climate action.
There is no doubt we still have work ahead of us. But as we share this report, I am energized by how far we’ve come and excited for what’s next. Together, we’re building a better world for our families, our communities, and generations to come. Thank you for being part of this journey with us.
Warmest personal regards,
Kyle J. Krause
Founder & CEO
Krause Group
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Key Highlights
Our DEI team launched the “Interconnectedness of Community” series, bringing Associates together through meaningful, hands-on experiences that deepen connection and understanding.
More than half of the energy (52%) at the Krause Group Parent Company’s Italian Headquarters comes from on-site solar panels.
Named DEI Leader of the Year by the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce, a reflection of our ongoing commitment to fostering inclusion.
Krause+ has successfully cut overall energy use for the third year running.
Through a powerful partnership with Oxfam, Parma Calcio’s Women’s First Team is driving real change to promote equity on and off the field.
Parma Calcio stadium and Mutti Training Center operate on 100% carbon-free energy.
Des Moines Menace proudly supported Iowa’s LGBTQ community with volunteerism and contributions reflect our core values of inclusion and belonging.
Parma Calcio eliminated 70,000 single-use plastic bottles through on-site water filling stations.
Enrico Serafino’s sustainable winemaking earned the VIVA Certification and avoided 74+ metric tons of CO2 emissions thanks to clean energy contracts.
Krause Group made 76 charitable donations this year, amplifying our positive impact across local communities.
Casa di Langa’s commitment to the environment earned them the Green Globe Certification and a spot among the world’s top sustainable hotels.
Kyle and Sharon Krause personally committed $23 million toward the Pro Iowa Stadium and Global Plaza, fueling a $95 million campaign to create a vibrant community hub.
Parma Calcio’s focus on waste reduction cut food waste by 70%.
Krause+ is spearheading a transformative $500 million redevelopment project to bring new housing, business opportunities, and community spaces to the heart of the district.
Our associates contributed 250 volunteer hours supporting causes that matter, from climate action to equality and inclusion.
Parma Calcio’s “Anolino Solidale 2024” brought players and staff together to prepare traditional pasta meals, raising funds to support over 26,000 families in need.