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Celebrating More Than 100 Million Meals Delivered Through Project DASH

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수요일, 6월 12, 2024
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Today, thanks to our partners, we’re proud to celebrate over 6 million deliveries via Project DASH.

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  • Today, thanks to our partners, we’re proud to celebrate over 6 million deliveries via Project DASH.
  • These deliveries are estimated to amount to more than 100 million meals delivered to households in the U.S., Canada, and Australia.
  • Project DASH eases some of these barriers, harnessing the power of local delivery to ensure that time and transportation are no longer obstacles.
  • When LaPorte County Meals on Wheels in Indiana is low on volunteers, they partner with Project DASH to ensure seniors get the meals they need and expect without interruption.

Ottawa Board of Trade Unveils Transformative Action Plan for Downtown Ottawa

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수요일, 5월 22, 2024
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The Downtown Ottawa Action Agenda aims to reimagine and rejuvenate Downtown Ottawa, making it more diverse, resilient, and vibrant for generations and challenges to come.

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  • The Downtown Ottawa Action Agenda aims to reimagine and rejuvenate Downtown Ottawa, making it more diverse, resilient, and vibrant for generations and challenges to come.
  • "This is more than a plan; it's a renaissance for Ottawa’s downtown," said Sueling Ching, President & CEO, Ottawa Board of Trade.
  • The action plan was developed by the Canadian Urban Institute, in partnership with the City of Ottawa, Ottawa Tourism, Invest Ottawa, BOMA Ottawa and the National Capital Commission.
  • "Our collaborative approach ensures that the transformation of Downtown Ottawa not only meets the economic and cultural needs of today but paves the way for future generations," said Brendan McGuinty, Board Chair, Ottawa Board of Trade.

Ottawa Board of Trade to Unveil Downtown Ottawa Action Agenda

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금요일, 5월 17, 2024
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OTTAWA, May 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ottawa Board of Trade (OBOT) alongside the Canadian Urban Institute (CUI), is excited to reveal the release of the Downtown Ottawa Action Agenda – designed to transform our city core and shape the future of the national capital region.

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  • OTTAWA, May 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ottawa Board of Trade (OBOT) alongside the Canadian Urban Institute (CUI), is excited to reveal the release of the Downtown Ottawa Action Agenda – designed to transform our city core and shape the future of the national capital region.
  • Since declaring downtown a top priority last June, OBOT engaged CUI to work with a local advisory council to create a comprehensive plan to make downtown Ottawa more diverse, resilient and vibrant than ever before.
  • Expanding on the outcomes of the OBOT downtown summit last fall, and bringing together extensive research and consultations, this action agenda is the next chapter in a collaborative effort to build up Ottawa.
  • Media is invited to attend a press conference.

Guaranteed Rate Expands Nationwide Initiative to Transform the Home Lending Experience for Underserved Communities

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월요일, 5월 13, 2024
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CHICAGO, May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Guaranteed Rate, the second largest retail mortgage lender in the country, announces the next wave of expansion of its Community Engagement Initiative, designed to significantly improve funded volume in underserved communities nationwide. May 2024 marks the formal launch of phase two of this initiative, as the company has recorded rapid progress in its community work with diverse segments.

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  • Since the initiative's inception in 2023, Guaranteed Rate has demonstrated substantial progress in increasing diversity within its national workforce and among its clientele.
  • "We have made significant strides in opening up home lending and ownership for underserved communities, but our work is far from finished," said Camilo Escalante, Executive Director of Diverse Segments at Guaranteed Rate.
  • "In the IMB space, Guaranteed Rate, as a leader and enabler of change, continues to push for the industry to do better to reach and educate underserved communities," said Arlyn Kalinski, SVP Fair & Equitable Lending Strategies for Guaranteed Rate.
  • For more information about Guaranteed Rate's Community Engagement Initiative and work with diverse segments, please visit the company's Community Engagement page or email [email protected] .

Global Action to End Smoking, Formerly Foundation for a Smoke-Free World, Awards Grant to Urban Institute to Address Quitting Barriers and Solutions in Marginalized Communities

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월요일, 5월 13, 2024
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WASHINGTON, May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Action to End Smoking, formerly known as the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World, today announced that it will fund research by the Urban Institute to study tobacco-use disorder and nicotine dependence among low-income individuals in all 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia. The work conducted by Urban's Health Policy Center will further understanding of the challenges of quitting among the country's marginalized and most vulnerable populations. Additionally, it will fill a critical equity research gap relating to the effective delivery of tobacco cessation and treatment and provide tangible solutions designed to reduce smoking rates and improve public health.

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  • The work conducted by Urban's Health Policy Center will further understanding of the challenges of quitting among the country's marginalized and most vulnerable populations.
  • With support from a Global Action grant, Urban's health researchers will analyze data from state Medicaid programs on treatments for tobacco-use disorder from 2019 to 2026.
  • The Urban Institute grant falls under Global Action's newly established Cessation Education program.
  • Global Action to End Smoking is the relaunch of the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World.

Global Action to End Smoking, Formerly Foundation for a Smoke-Free World, Awards Grant to Urban Institute to Address Quitting Barriers and Solutions in Marginalized Communities

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월요일, 5월 13, 2024
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WASHINGTON, May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Action to End Smoking, formerly known as the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World, today announced that it will fund research by the Urban Institute to study tobacco-use disorder and nicotine dependence among low-income individuals in all 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia. The work conducted by Urban's Health Policy Center will further understanding of the challenges of quitting among the country's marginalized and most vulnerable populations. Additionally, it will fill a critical equity research gap relating to the effective delivery of tobacco cessation and treatment and provide tangible solutions designed to reduce smoking rates and improve public health.

Key Points: 
  • The work conducted by Urban's Health Policy Center will further understanding of the challenges of quitting among the country's marginalized and most vulnerable populations.
  • With support from a Global Action grant, Urban's health researchers will analyze data from state Medicaid programs on treatments for tobacco-use disorder from 2019 to 2026.
  • The Urban Institute grant falls under Global Action's newly established Cessation Education program.
  • Global Action to End Smoking is the relaunch of the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World.

Alanna McCargo Named President and Chief Executive Officer of the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco

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수요일, 5월 8, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, May 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FHLBank San Francisco (Bank) today announced that its board of directors has named Alanna McCargo as the Bank’s next president and chief executive officer.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, May 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FHLBank San Francisco (Bank) today announced that its board of directors has named Alanna McCargo as the Bank’s next president and chief executive officer.
  • McCargo made history as the first woman and first woman of color appointed to lead Ginnie Mae.
  • “Alanna is the type of transformative leader we need to continue the innovative and impactful programs the Bank has been delivering under the leadership of Teresa Bryce Bazemore, our current president and CEO.
  • She built a strong management team that worked with her to successfully guide the Bank through an extraordinarily challenging time,” said Siciliano.

Carrington Mortgage Services Introduces Individual Taxpayer Identification Loans

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목요일, 4월 25, 2024
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Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC (CMS), one of the nation’s largest privately held non-bank lenders, boasts an impressive slate of loan offerings and services direct to consumers, investors, mortgage brokers and mortgage bankers nationwide.

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  • Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC (CMS), one of the nation’s largest privately held non-bank lenders, boasts an impressive slate of loan offerings and services direct to consumers, investors, mortgage brokers and mortgage bankers nationwide.
  • To add to its diverse lending offerings and to better ensure homeowners, brokers and sellers have all the options they need, CMS is introducing Individual Taxpayer Identification Loans (ITIN) for its retail, wholesale and correspondent lending customers.
  • Although conventional loans require a Social Security Number (SSN) for loan approval, CMS’ ITIN loans offer mortgage financing options for non-U.S. citizens who live and pay taxes in the United States.
  • Although historically, borrowers seeking ITIN loans have sometimes been vulnerable to excessive interest rate loans, the ITIN loans offered by Carrington provide access to homeownership at fair interest rates for mortgages and normal terms.

AIR Research and Policy Experts to Present at American Educational Research Association, National Council on Measurement in Education Annual Meetings

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월요일, 4월 1, 2024
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Arlington, Va., April 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- More than 90 education experts from the American Institutes for Research (AIR) will be sharing evidence and insights from their research and policy work at the American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting, being held April 11-14 in Philadelphia.

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  • Arlington, Va., April 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- More than 90 education experts from the American Institutes for Research (AIR) will be sharing evidence and insights from their research and policy work at the American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting, being held April 11-14 in Philadelphia.
  • AERA is the largest national interdisciplinary research association devoted to the scientific study of education and learning, and its annual meeting is one of the largest gatherings of education researchers, policymakers, and practitioners in the world.
  • ET featuring experts from AIR, the Gates Foundation, the Urban Institute, the Council of Chief State School Officers, and more.
  • AIR experts will also present at the National Council on Measurement in Education (NCME) Annual Meeting , which is being held April 11-14 in Philadelphia, with virtual training and paper sessions after April 14.

GE HealthCare Establishes the GE HealthCare Foundation

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수요일, 3월 13, 2024
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Today, GE HealthCare (Nasdaq: GEHC) a leading global medical technology, pharmaceutical diagnostics, and digital solutions innovator, announced the establishment of its philanthropic entity, the GE HealthCare Foundation.

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  • Today, GE HealthCare (Nasdaq: GEHC) a leading global medical technology, pharmaceutical diagnostics, and digital solutions innovator, announced the establishment of its philanthropic entity, the GE HealthCare Foundation.
  • The Foundation will operate as a charitable organization, incorporated separately from GE HealthCare, focused on advancing equitable access to precision healthcare.
  • The GE HealthCare Foundation supports nonprofit organizations aimed at making healthcare more accessible, personal, human, and flexible – and ultimately, strive to remove barriers that separate underserved communities from equitable healthcare.
  • “The GE HealthCare Foundation was born out of GE HealthCare’s legacy of delivering access to care, and a desire to advance health equity by reducing the limits and barriers faced by those in underserved communities,” said Danielle Halstrom, President of the GE HealthCare Foundation.