FPA launches FlexImpact social responsibility initiative

The Flexible Packaging Association has launched FPA FlexImpact, a social impact initiative that brings the flexible packaging industry together to serve local communities across the US.

The program reinforces FPA's commitment to sustainability, collaboration and corporate social responsibility by encouraging member companies to participate in activities creating positive change nationwide. FlexImpact represents the first coordinated industry-wide effort to demonstrate collective environmental stewardship and community engagement.

The initiative will debut during the 2025 FlexForward Conference in New Orleans with an inaugural community service event on Tuesday, November 4, from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Flexible Film Recycling Alliance is sponsoring the event, which will bring together industry professionals to demonstrate collective action and environmental stewardship.

FPA is encouraging member companies to host local activities at their own facilities during the same week, amplifying the campaign's reach and showcasing the industry's unified commitment to community impact.

'As stewards of flexible packaging, it is essential that we lead by example, demonstrating our industry's dedication to responsible material management, community engagement and a cleaner planet,' Dan Felton, president and CEO of the Flexible Packaging Association, commented.

FlexImpact is an initiative of FPA's Environmental, Health and Safety Committee, developed to inspire participation, awareness and collaboration across all industry segments. Through coordinated community involvement, the program aims to highlight how sustainability and social responsibility are integral to the flexible packaging industry's identity and values.