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TAWANI Foundation Gifts $10M to the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association

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Venerdì, Giugno 7, 2024
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Chicago, June 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TAWANI Foundation, through its founder, Colonel (IL) Jennifer N. Pritzker, IL ARNG (Retired), announces its commitment of $10 million to the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association (CSO).

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  • Chicago, June 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TAWANI Foundation, through its founder, Colonel (IL) Jennifer N. Pritzker, IL ARNG (Retired), announces its commitment of $10 million to the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association (CSO).
  • “As a long-time enthusiast and current CSOA Board Member, I am proud to support an esteemed cultural organization like the Chicago Symphony Orchestra through TAWANI Foundation,” Col. Pritzker said.
  • The Chicago Symphony Orchestra was founded in 1891 by a coalition of visionary business leaders who enlisted renowned conductor Theodore Thomas as its first music director.
  • “The impact of this leadership gift from the TAWANI Foundation is extremely meaningful and wide-reaching,” said Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association President Jeff Alexander.

ZEN IN THE CITY: PENTHOUSE AT I.M. PEI & PEI PARTNERSHIP ARCHITECTS CONDO MARRIES EAST AND WEST

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Martedì, Aprile 23, 2024
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A new jewel is set to grace the skyline of Manhattan as Penthouse B at 33 West 56th Street debuts on the market.

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  • A new jewel is set to grace the skyline of Manhattan as Penthouse B at 33 West 56th Street debuts on the market.
  • This exquisite residence at The Centurion, the first and only condominium in New York designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect I.M.
  • Pei and Pei Partnership Architects, is newly reimagined by Interior Marketing Group , promising an unparalleled living experience in the heart of Midtown.
  • Pei and Pei Partnership Architects, 33 West 56th Street stands as a testament to Pei's legacy of architectural excellence.

Fisher House at Lovell Federal Health Care Center in North Chicago will be the 100th Fisher House

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Venerdì, Aprile 19, 2024
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CHICAGO, Illinois, April 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Construction of the 100th Fisher House has begun at the Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center located in North Chicago, Illinois.

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  • CHICAGO, Illinois, April 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Construction of the 100th Fisher House has begun at the Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center located in North Chicago, Illinois.
  • This Fisher House will be the 100th Fisher House operating in the United States and Europe.
  • The North Chicago Fisher House will allow up to 16 Veteran and military families to stay free of charge, serving families traveling to the health care center for medical care.
  • “Fisher House Foundation is thrilled to start construction on the new Fisher House at Lovell Federal Health Care Center,” said Fisher House Foundation Chairman and CEO Ken Fisher.

Miami-Dade County Public Schools, University of Chicago Education Lab, Accelerate, and Griffin Catalyst Partner to Launch $9M High-Dosage Tutoring Initiative

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Giovedì, Aprile 11, 2024
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Support will initially enable nine M-DCPS schools to co-design, implement, and refine in-school tutoring programs for 6th- to 8th-grade students.

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  • Support will initially enable nine M-DCPS schools to co-design, implement, and refine in-school tutoring programs for 6th- to 8th-grade students.
  • "Every child can succeed when they receive support tailored to their unique educational needs, interests, and aspirations," said Griffin.
  • "By investing in personalized learning, Miami-Dade County Public Schools can empower students to reach their full potential and prepare them for success in an increasingly complex and dynamic world."
  • Prior research from the University of Chicago Education Lab has shown the promise of high-dosage tutoring (HDT), which earned the endorsement of U.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona last year.

Fostering Joy: "Birthday Palooza" Returns on Saturday, April 13, 2024

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Martedì, Aprile 2, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- If you want to do big things, you need great partners. That's why a collaborative of non-profit organizations is joining forces to throw the second ever "Birthday Palooza," a celebratory day-long event that reunites hundreds of siblings separated by foster care. Foster Love, Kidspace Children's Museum, Make Good Inc., and Hope in a Suitcase will partner for the event at Kidspace in Pasadena on Saturday, April 13, 2024, 10:00 AM.

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  • "We know that visitation time, including time with siblings, is critical to maintaining family bonds, supporting child well-being, and increasing reunification rates.
  • Birthday Palooza is a joyful way to reunite siblings, strengthen their bonds, and create lasting memories together."
  • Birthday Palooza helps biological siblings separated in the foster system celebrate one of the family milestones they miss the most; sharing birthdays together.
  • It includes financial and nutritional literacy, social and emotional intelligence and having one's needs met with dignity and respect.

Pritzker Military Museum & Library Will Host a Military Symposium on Global Security with 16 Renowned Experts for a One-Day Only Discussion

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Giovedì, Marzo 21, 2024
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CHICAGO, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pritzker Military Museum & Library (PMML) will host the in-person and live stream 2024 Pritzker Military Symposium: Assessing Global Security, sponsored by Geico Military, PenFed Foundation, and WTTW/WFMT.

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  • CHICAGO, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pritzker Military Museum & Library (PMML) will host the in-person and live stream 2024 Pritzker Military Symposium: Assessing Global Security, sponsored by Geico Military, PenFed Foundation, and WTTW/WFMT.
  • The U.S. is supplying military equipment and training in Ukraine and Israel and competing with other nations to supply countries in Africa and the Indo-Pacific, particularly Taiwan.
  • Colleague Dr. Alexandra Chinchilla will expand the discussion into military aid for Taiwan to counter China.
  • Info: For more information on the 2024 Pritzker Military Symposium: Assessing Global Security visit https://www.pritzkermilitary.org/2024-pritzker-military-symposium

Pritzker Hageman Food Safety Lawyers Investigate Escalating Cantaloupe Salmonella Outbreak

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Lunedì, Gennaio 8, 2024
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MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As cases surge across the country, the Pritzker Hageman food safety lawyers are actively investigating the rapidly expanding Salmonella Sundsvall outbreak linked to Machilita and Rudy brand cantaloupe.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As cases surge across the country, the Pritzker Hageman food safety lawyers are actively investigating the rapidly expanding Salmonella Sundsvall outbreak linked to Machilita and Rudy brand cantaloupe.
  • Pritzker Hageman filed the first outbreak lawsuit (case number 1:23-cv-00292-AW-MJF) in December 2023, representing a Florida family whose 13-month-old son contracted a severe Salmonella infection after eating tainted cantaloupe.
  • As the number of cases continues to grow, more Salmonella outbreak lawsuits are expected to follow.
  • The Pritzker Hageman food safety lawyers have represented clients in every major Salmonella outbreak in the country.

Col. Jennifer Pritzker and the TAWANI Foundation Donates $202,000 to Tennessee Tornado Victims

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Venerdì, Dicembre 22, 2023
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Chicago, Dec. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The TAWANI Foundation and Colonel (IL) Jennifer N. Pritzker, IL ARNG (Retired), founder of the TAWANI Foundation, announced a gift of $101K to the American Red Cross of Tennessee River and an additional $101K to the Fort Campbell Historical Foundation for victims of the December 9th tornado in Clarksville, Tennessee and Fort Campbell, Kentucky.

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  • Chicago, Dec. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The TAWANI Foundation and Colonel (IL) Jennifer N. Pritzker, IL ARNG (Retired), founder of the TAWANI Foundation, announced a gift of $101K to the American Red Cross of Tennessee River and an additional $101K to the Fort Campbell Historical Foundation for victims of the December 9th tornado in Clarksville, Tennessee and Fort Campbell, Kentucky.
  • The 150 mph tornado traveled 43 miles from Tennessee into Logan County, Kentucky, leaving over 350 families unable to return to their homes.
  • “Our thoughts are with the victims of this tornado tragedy,” said Colonel (IL) Jennifer N. Pritzker, IL ARNG (Retired), founder of the TAWANI Foundation.
  • The TAWANI Foundation is a private foundation that accepts applications by invitation only.

Col. Jennifer Pritzker Named Best in Biz Awards’ 2023 Philanthropist of the Year

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Venerdì, Dicembre 15, 2023
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Chicago, Dec. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TAWANI Enterprises, Inc. is delighted to announce that its President and CEO, Col. Jennifer Pritzker, was named a Bronze winner in the 13th Annual Best in Biz Awards’ Philanthropist of the Year in the Executive of the Year category.

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  • Chicago, Dec. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TAWANI Enterprises, Inc. is delighted to announce that its President and CEO, Col. Jennifer Pritzker, was named a Bronze winner in the 13th Annual Best in Biz Awards’ Philanthropist of the Year in the Executive of the Year category.
  • The Best in Biz Awards is the only business awards program judged by independent panels of prominent writers and editors from top-tier publications.
  • “It’s a real honor for me to be recognized as a Best in Biz Awards’ 2023 Philanthropist of the Year,” says Colonel (IL) Jennifer N. Pritzker, IL ARNG (Retired), TAWANI Enterprises Founder, and CEO.
  • To view the complete list of the Best in Biz Awards honorees, please visit their website .

The Pritzker Military Foundation Donates $700K to Military Organizations in Honor of Veterans Day and National Veteran and Military Families Month

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Giovedì, Novembre 9, 2023
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Chicago, Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Pritzker Military Foundation announces grants totaling $700,000 to three military and veteran-focused nonprofit organizations in November, Military Veteran and Families Month.

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  • Chicago, Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Pritzker Military Foundation announces grants totaling $700,000 to three military and veteran-focused nonprofit organizations in November, Military Veteran and Families Month.
  • “November is a month that celebrates gratitude and honors our veterans and military families.
  • The Pritzker Military Foundation salutes our service members and extends a hand to empower these impactful organizations,” said Colonel (IL) Jennifer N. Pritzker, IL ARNG (Retired).
  • The comfort house is free of charge for military and veteran families while a loved one is in the hospital.