Hunger

AbundaBox™ Spotlighted by the White House as a Key Partner in the Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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The Biden-Harris Administration honored AbundaBox's significant role in a coalition led by Homeplate Solutions to combat hunger and enhance health equity nationwide.

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  • The Biden-Harris Administration honored AbundaBox's significant role in a coalition led by Homeplate Solutions to combat hunger and enhance health equity nationwide.
  • As part of the White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities, AbundaBox, and its partners have pledged to use advanced AI technology to improve food affordability and accessibility across the country.
  • The White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities has galvanized our efforts, and as part of the Homeplate Solutions convergence team, we are thrilled to apply our expertise to this vital cause.
  • David Beck, CEO of Homeplate Solutions, remarks on the collaboration: "The White House and CDC Foundation required a proven, scalable solution for their Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthier Communities.

ReSource Pro Releases 300th Research Report for P&C Insurance Leaders

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ReSource Pro, a leading strategic operations partner to insurance organizations, today released new primary research titled "The Future of Embedded Insurance: Disruptor or Distraction?," marking the 300th report delivered to the P&C community via its research practice, ReSource Pro Insights.

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  • NEW YORK, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ReSource Pro , a leading strategic operations partner to insurance organizations, today released new primary research titled "The Future of Embedded Insurance: Disruptor or Distraction?," marking the 300th report delivered to the P&C community via its research practice, ReSource Pro Insights.
  • ReSource Pro is providing this report free of charge to celebrate the 300th milestone.
  • Our research is curated exclusively by insurance experts – which means it looks closely at the 'why' – making predictions and providing specific recommendations for insurance leaders to act" said ReSource Pro Senior Partner Mark Breading.
  • This is insurance insight, provided by insurance veterans, based on carefully curated data, tailored to address the critical questions in our industry," said ReSource Pro Partner for Advisory & Research Meredith Barnes-Cook.

Washington Trust Kicks Off 24th Annual Peanut Butter Drive to Benefit Local Food Banks

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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WESTERLY, R.I., March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Trust Company ("Washington Trust," "the Bank") today announced the Bank has kicked off its 24th annual Peanut Butter Drive and will collect jars of peanut butter at the Bank's 27 branch locations through March 31, 2024.

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  • WESTERLY, R.I., March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Trust Company ("Washington Trust," "the Bank") today announced the Bank has kicked off its 24th annual Peanut Butter Drive and will collect jars of peanut butter at the Bank's 27 branch locations through March 31, 2024.
  • Peanut butter collected from the Washington Trust Peanut Butter Drive is donated to 19 local hunger relief agencies across the Bank's footprint, and online contributions support the Rhode Island Community Food Bank, Connecticut Foodshare , and the Greater Boston Food Bank .
  • "Washington Trust started the Peanut Butter Drive 24 years ago and, since that time, we've collected 159 tons of peanut butter— enough to make 5 million peanut butter sandwiches," said Edward O.
  • Drop off a jar of peanut butter at any Washington Trust branch location .

Suburban Propane Collaborates with Keep Austin Fed to Sustainably Support Austinites Experiencing Food Insecurity

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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"Suburban Propane is proud to support Keep Austin Fed and the amazing contributions of their volunteers to ensure that surplus healthy food is rescued and redistributed to people in need," said Nandini Sankara, Spokesperson, Suburban Propane.

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  • "Suburban Propane is proud to support Keep Austin Fed and the amazing contributions of their volunteers to ensure that surplus healthy food is rescued and redistributed to people in need," said Nandini Sankara, Spokesperson, Suburban Propane.
  • Representatives from Suburban Propane's headquarters in Whippany, NJ helped sort and redistribute rescued food at Keep Austin Fed's walk-in cooler location near downtown Austin.
  • "Keep Austin Fed is truly appreciative for a compassionate community that believes that healthy food is a basic human right and that we need to act now to preserve our environment for future generations," said Lisa Barden, Executive Director, Keep Austin Fed.
  • "We are thrilled to collaborate with businesses like Suburban Propane who promote sustainability as a core value.

Leadership Henderson Partners With Serving Our Kids Foundation

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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LAS VEGAS, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Leadership Henderson is helping one intrepid local foundation feed thousands of hungry Las Vegas kids on weekends by volunteering its business expertise and services to build a stronger, more effective charity.

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  • Leadership Henderson is made up of business and community leaders from within the Chamber's ranks.
  • The class of 2024 has partnered with Serving Our Kids Foundation.
  • Tanakaya challenged Leadership Henderson to help Serving Our Kids meet two critical objectives: Explode public awareness of the foundation and its mission to help fight child hunger in the community, and significantly increase donations from individuals, corporations and sponsors.
  • The Leadership Henderson class of 2024 has risen to an enormous challenge to help ensure Serving Our Kids continues feeding hungry kids and feeding their dreams of living happy, productive, meaningful lives.

Energy Transfer/Sunoco Foundation Awards Grant to North Texas Food Bank to Address Hunger

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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Dallas, TX, March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) announced today that the Energy Transfer/Sunoco Foundation provided a $200,000 grant to help the organization meet the growing demand for food assistance.

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  • Dallas, TX, March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) announced today that the Energy Transfer/Sunoco Foundation provided a $200,000 grant to help the organization meet the growing demand for food assistance.
  • The funds will enable the NTFB to provide 600,000 meals to North Texas residents experiencing hunger.
  • “Through their gift, the Energy Transfer/Sunoco Foundation has shown a shared dedication and passion in providing nourishment and hope for our neighbors facing hunger,” said Trisha Cunningham, North Texas Food Bank president and CEO.
  • “We are proud to partner with the North Texas Food Bank to help address the critical issue of hunger in North Texas,” said Chris Curia, Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resource Officer for Energy Transfer.

Sandy Spring Bank Donates $50,000 to Local Food Banks to Support Access to Nutritious Food

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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OLNEY, Md., March 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sandy Spring Bank today announced a $50,000 donation to help combat hunger in the Greater Washington Region. Bank leaders presented checks of $25,000 each to Capital Area Food Bank and the Maryland Food Bank to help them in their important work in the D.C. region and across Maryland. Bank employees also helped sort fresh and non-perishable food and construct boxes for local seniors, while learning more about the critical work these organizations do to support individuals and families in our community.

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  • Bank leaders presented checks of $25,000 each to Capital Area Food Bank and the Maryland Food Bank to help them in their important work in the D.C. region and across Maryland.
  • Bank employees also helped sort fresh and non-perishable food and construct boxes for local seniors, while learning more about the critical work these organizations do to support individuals and families in our community.
  • Sandy Spring Bank’s donation to Capital Area Food Bank (CAFB) supports the Family Markets program.
  • “Sandy Spring Bank’s contribution will significantly help those who rely on the Family Markets program to access the nutritious food they need.”
    The Bank’s donation to the Maryland Food Bank (MFB) supports their Partner Grants Program.

Spectrotel Continues to Invest in Hiring Top Channel Talent to Support its Growing South Region

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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NEPTUNE, N.J., March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Spectrotel, Inc., a next-generation aggregator and leading integrated communication services provider, today announced the appointment of Trisha Coyle to Channel Manager of the South Region.

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  • NEPTUNE, N.J., March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Spectrotel, Inc., a next-generation aggregator and leading integrated communication services provider, today announced the appointment of Trisha Coyle to Channel Manager of the South Region.
  • Coyle joins Spectrotel, bringing with her over two decades of experience in the Telecom and Information Technology sector.
  • In her new role, Trisha will strengthen Spectrotel’s channel partner and customer relationships in the South Region and continue the momentum of delivering New-Edge, Human-Crafted solutions to businesses across the states of Georgia, South Carolina, and Tennessee.
  • Spectrotel is the right choice for customers who are seeking customized, high-quality solutions that are delivered with dedication and precision.”
    "Trisha is a fantastic addition to the Spectrotel Family,” said Robert Fish, VP Of South Region Channel Sales at Spectrotel.

Wawa Announces New “Fly Beyond” Kids Meal Initiative to Help Fight Hunger and Help Kids Soar

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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From March 4 through July 28, for every Wawa Kids Meal purchased, Wawa will donate funds to local food bank partners to provide meals to the community!

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  • From March 4 through July 28, for every Wawa Kids Meal purchased, Wawa will donate funds to local food bank partners to provide meals to the community!
  • Together, Wawa and its customers will be able to fund approximately 45,000 meals per week for nearly one million meals throughout the duration of the program.
  • The proceeds from every store will support the local Feeding America Food Banks within the store’s operating area.
  • “We hope this initiative also inspires conversations around the dinner table about the importance of helping others get access to nutritious food and reducing hunger in our communities and helping kids thrive and be there best.”

The Institute for Functional Medicine Rises to the White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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In support of this call and as an extension of the organization’s work around the globe, IFM focused its commitment on the integration of nutrition and health.

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  • In support of this call and as an extension of the organization’s work around the globe, IFM focused its commitment on the integration of nutrition and health.
  • During the Feb. 27th White House event, U.S. Representative Jim McGovern stressed the significance of food as medicine and the need for all healthcare practitioners to be trained in the importance of nutrition throughout their medical education – a claim IFM confidently supports.
  • “Understanding how nutrition supports health and well-being is critical to ending hunger and creating healthy communities,” states IFM Chief Executive Officer, Amy R. Mack, MSES/MPA.
  • “Nutrient rich foods fuel the body, reduce inflammation, and prevent or reduce chronic diseases, which promotes optimal function and longevity.