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Marathon Petroleum Corp. (NYSE: MPC) has announced a quarterly dividend of $0.825 per share on common stock. The dividend will be payable on September 10, 2024, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on August 21, 2024. This announcement demonstrates MPC's commitment to returning value to its shareholders through regular dividend payments. The declaration of a dividend is often seen as a positive sign of a company's financial health and confidence in its future prospects.

Marathon Petroleum 's (MPC) Dickinson renewable diesel facility responded to a call for help from the Association to Meet Emergency Needs (AMEN) food pantry in Dickinson, North Dakota. Employee volunteers gathered thousands of dollars worth of food and essential goods, restocking the pantry's shelves and assisting clients. The initiative included:

1. A $1,000 donation of nonperishable goods from Facility Manager Nick Bear
2. Over 600 pounds of food and goods from a site food drive
3. $1,300 in cash donations
4. A formal presentation of a previously approved $10,000 grant from the facility

Volunteers gained valuable experience interacting with pantry clients and learning about the pantry's impact on the community. The effort showcased MPC's commitment to local community support and employee engagement in charitable activities.

Marathon Pipe Line (MPL), part of Marathon Petroleum's midstream segment MPLX, has installed two electric trash skimmers at its dock in Terminal 2 at the Port of Long Beach, California. These devices continuously collect debris from the water surface, gathering over 500 pounds of trash every two weeks. This initiative significantly improves upon MPL's previous annual volunteer cleanup efforts.

The skimmers operate 24/7, processing more than 300 gallons of water per minute. The Port of Long Beach has agreed to handle trash disposal at a reduced cost. This collaboration demonstrates Marathon Petroleum's commitment to environmental stewardship and biodiversity protection, complementing their existing support for International Bird Rescue in California.

Marathon Petroleum (MPC) has implemented proactive measures to protect biodiversity in areas where it operates. Through its Operational Excellence Management System (OEMS), MPC ensures activities do not negatively impact ecosystems. Specifically, Marathon Pipe Line, a subsidiary managing extensive pipeline right-of-ways, is enhancing these areas with native vegetation and pollinator-friendly plants, aiding at-risk species like the monarch butterfly. Key measures include adjusting construction schedules to avoid disrupting wildlife, mindful pesticide use, conservation mowing, and restoring disturbed areas with native seeds. MPC also conducts post-construction surveys to verify restoration and monitors sensitive sites. Employee and contractor training emphasize biodiversity considerations.

Marathon Petroleum employees have been recognized with the Patriot Award for their support of a service member. Lance Foos, an Ohio National Guard Brigade Plans Officer, managed to balance his military and civilian duties at Marathon Petroleum during challenging times, including deployment to Iraq in 2022.

His supervisors, Kathy Treece and Mike Langhals, demonstrated outstanding support, earning the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Patriot Award.

Foos expressed gratitude for the support shown to his family during his deployment and highlighted the company's commitment to employee well-being.

Notably, Marathon Petroleum offers various benefits to its employees, including competitive pay, health insurance, and vacation credits for active-duty service.

Junior Achievement (JA) of New Mexico has significantly expanded its outreach to Indigenous students, thanks to a $98,000 grant from Marathon Petroleum (MPC). This funding allowed JA to increase its Indigenous Student Outreach Program by 230%, reaching 1,491 students in the 2023-24 school year, up from 648 the previous year. The initiative aims to enhance financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship skills among Indigenous students.

The 'JA in a Day' event at Tres Volcanes Community Collaborative School (TVCCS) in Albuquerque highlighted this effort. MPC employees volunteered, providing lessons on financial concepts and career skills. JA President Erin Hagenow emphasized the program's growth and impact, thanks to MPC's support.

Marathon Petroleum 's Robinson refinery supported the Young Women LEAD (YWL) national event series for the third consecutive year in March 2024. This initiative, designed to provide transformative experiences for high school girls, has been held in Robinson, Illinois, since 2022. Marathon Petroleum not only sponsors the event but also actively engages its employees in the preparation and execution of the conference. This effort underlines Marathon Petroleum's commitment to community involvement and the empowerment of young women.

Marathon Petroleum received the 2024 CCO Gold Employer Award for its commitment to employee safety and certification. This award, given by the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (CCO), recognizes companies that prioritize safe operations of heavy equipment. Marathon Petroleum ranked among the top 24 out of thousands of employers for sending the highest number of candidates through CCO testing in 2023. This achievement highlights the company's dedication to safety, training, and industry standards.

Marathon Petroleum's refineries in Canton, Ohio, and Robinson, Illinois, have been awarded the Distinguished Safety Award (DSA), the highest safety honor by the American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) for their 2023 performance. Only four facilities received this top award, highlighting the excellence of these sites. Additionally, Marathon's El Paso, Texas, refinery received the Elite Platinum Award, and the Kenai, Alaska, refinery earned the Elite Silver Award. These achievements reflect the company's commitment to safety, with initiatives like 'My Name is On It' and 'Start Safe, Stay Safe' contributing to their success. The awards were based on criteria including zero recordable injuries involving life-critical tasks and a thorough application process.