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EPSG Welcomes Greg Strzegowski as Chief Financial Officer

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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EPSG, a leader in the payment solutions industry, is proud to announce the appointment of Greg Strzegowski as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

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  • EPSG, a leader in the payment solutions industry, is proud to announce the appointment of Greg Strzegowski as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
  • CEO Brent Rose, remarked, "Greg is not just a CFO; he is a beacon of experience, bringing 20 years of refined expertise.
  • With him on board, the future of EPSG shines brighter.”
    Greg's impressive career began at Arthur Andersen as a public accountant.
  • Reflecting on his new journey at EPSG, Greg shares, "I cherish being part of executive teams enriched with a dynamic culture and clear vision of growth.

Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy Hosts National Celebration of Reading

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy hosted its 2023 National Celebration of Reading on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. This signature event – chaired by Kristi Rogers –brought together Bush family members, bestselling authors and entertainers, and special guests including First Lady Jill Biden, Helena Andrews-Dyer, Franc D'Ambrosio, Jeff Nussbaum, Steven Rowley, Cheryl Strayed and Rebecca Yarros to advance the Barbara Bush Foundation's vital mission.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy hosted its 2023 National Celebration of Reading on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.
  • "That's why the work all of you are doing to promote literacy is so important.
  • Bush and former first lady Barbara Bush, and honorary chair of the Barbara Bush Foundation.
  • The Barbara Bush Foundation hosted the National Celebration of Reading, emceed by Pulitzer prize-winning journalist Jonathan Capehart, to promote awareness of low literacy in the United States and raise support for the Foundation's work providing family literacy services to parents and children across the United States.

Barbara Bush Foundation Partners with Award-winning Author, Entertainer and Philanthropist Geri Halliwell-Horner to Put Literacy in the Spotlight

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy is pleased to announce its new partnership with author Geri Halliwell-Horner. Through this partnership, Halliwell-Horner will serve as an ambassador for the Foundation to raise awareness of literacy issues in the U.S. and encourage families nationwide to connect through reading.

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  • Portion of the proceeds from Halliwell-Horner's new book, "Rosie Frost & the Falcon Queen," will benefit the Foundation's nationwide literacy work
    WASHINGTON, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy is pleased to announce its new partnership with author Geri Halliwell-Horner.
  • Through this partnership, Halliwell-Horner will serve as an ambassador for the Foundation to raise awareness of literacy issues in the U.S. and encourage families nationwide to connect through reading.
  • A longtime advocate for literacy in the U.K. through her work as an ambassador for the Royal Commonwealth Society, Halliwell-Horner is now partnering with the Barbara Bush Foundation to champion the issue in the U.S.
  • "I'm proud to partner with the Barbara Bush Foundation, the leading advocate for family literacy in the U.S., to support their incredible work and to help readers connect with my new book 'Rosie Frost & the Falcon Queen.'"

First Lady Jill Biden to Appear at the Barbara Bush Foundation's 2023 National Celebration of Reading

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy is pleased to announce that First Lady Jill Biden will deliver remarks at the 2023 National Celebration of Reading. The Foundation's signature biennial event will take place at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, October 11, 2023.

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  • Dr. Biden will join a lineup of New York Times bestselling authors including Cheryl Strayed, Steven Rowley and Rebecca Yarros
    WASHINGTON, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy is pleased to announce that First Lady Jill Biden will deliver remarks at the 2023 National Celebration of Reading.
  • The Foundation's signature biennial event will take place at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, October 11, 2023.
  • A strong advocate for literacy and education, Dr. Biden previously delivered keynote remarks at the Foundation's 2021 National Summit on Adult Literacy, where she reflected on the importance of literacy and the legacy of former First Lady Barbara Bush.
  • The National Celebration of Reading brings together members of the Bush family, bestselling authors and entertainers, and special guests to advance the mission of the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy.

Dollar General Literacy Foundation Awards More Than $2 Million During 30th Anniversary

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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Today, the Dollar General Literacy Foundation (DGLF) announced more than $2 million in grants to Learning Ally , Reading is Fundamental and The Barbara Bush Foundation during its 30th anniversary celebration.

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  • Today, the Dollar General Literacy Foundation (DGLF) announced more than $2 million in grants to Learning Ally , Reading is Fundamental and The Barbara Bush Foundation during its 30th anniversary celebration.
  • “We are excited to extend our 30th anniversary celebration by announcing additional grants to nonprofit organizations empowering others through the power of literacy and basic education,” shared Denine Torr, executive director of the Dollar General Literacy Foundation.
  • The Barbara Bush Foundation: DGLF provided $500,000 to The Barbara Bush Foundation (BBF), a nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to literacy services for adults nationwide.
  • Today’s grants also complement nearly $2.6 million awarded for youth literacy programs and a $1 million donation to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in August.

Barbara Bush Foundation to Host 2023 National Celebration of Reading in Washington, D.C.

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy is pleased to announce that it will host its signature biennial event, the National Celebration of Reading, at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, October 11, 2023.

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  • The National Celebration of Reading brings together members of the Bush family, bestselling authors and entertainers, and special guests to advance the mission of the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy.
  • The National Celebration of Reading and the Barbara Bush Foundation provide powerful, proven steps forward.
  • Recipients of the 2023 Barbara Bush National Literacy Honors Award will be the American Library Association and social media influencer Oliver James.
  • For more information on the National Celebration of Reading and sponsorship opportunities, visit https://www.barbarabushevents.org/ncor2023 .

Raquel A. "Rocky" Rodriguez Appointed to the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy Board of Directors

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
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WASHINGTON, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy is pleased to announce that Raquel A.

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  • WASHINGTON, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy is pleased to announce that Raquel A.
  • "I look forward to working alongside her to support the Barbara Bush Foundation's efforts to build a stronger, more equitable America through literacy."
  • Joining the Board of the Barbara Bush Foundation to support its literacy efforts is a dream come true," said Rodriguez.
  • The Barbara Bush Foundation's Board of Directors is a group of seasoned professionals representing a variety of key sectors including business, education, finance, health, technology and nonprofit.

Barbara Bush Foundation Announces 2023 Corporate Advisory Council Members

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Thursday, June 15, 2023
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WASHINGTON, June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Barbara Bush Foundation is pleased to announce its 2023 Corporate Advisory Council membership roster, which includes the addition of five new national leaders in the private sector.

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  • WASHINGTON, June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Barbara Bush Foundation is pleased to announce its 2023 Corporate Advisory Council membership roster, which includes the addition of five new national leaders in the private sector.
  • The Corporate Advisory Council convenes corporate leaders from across the United States, leveraging their business expertise and networks to expand corporate engagement in literacy issues and serve as key advisors.
  • We are proud to join the Barbara Bush Foundation's Corporate Advisory Council and look forward to the meaningful impact we will create together."
  • I am delighted to serve on the Barbara Bush Foundation's Corporate Advisory Council with other like-minded leaders to help empower our communities to be their own purveyors of progress."

Adult Literacy and Learning Impact Network Releases New White Paper: "Investing in Multiple Literacies for Individual and Collective Empowerment"

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023
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WASHINGTON, June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Adult Literacy and Learning Impact Network is pleased to announce the release of a new white paper, "Investing in Multiple Literacies for Individual and Collective Empowerment."

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  • WASHINGTON, June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Adult Literacy and Learning Impact Network is pleased to announce the release of a new white paper, " Investing in Multiple Literacies for Individual and Collective Empowerment ."
  • ALL IN is a collective impact initiative formed by national thought leaders across the adult learning ecosystem.
  • Conceived and convened by the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy, ALL IN is charged with carrying out the goals of the National Action Plan for Adult Literacy , a multisector, multiyear initiative designed to drive inclusive, collective action to increase adult literacy nationwide.
  • Despite the critical need for multiple literacy skills, rates of literacy access and attainment have not kept pace with technological advancements.

Nexus Community Partners Announces $50 Million Open Road Fund for Black Minnesotans and Dakotans

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Monday, June 5, 2023
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ST. PAUL, Minn., June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nexus Community Partners, a leading organization creating pathways to equity for communities of color in the Twin Cities and beyond, announced the $50 million Open Road Fund, a wealth-building community resource for descendants of the Atlantic Slave Trade living in Minnesota and the Dakotas. Resourced by the Bush Foundation, eligible Black residents will have access to apply for the fund starting June 19th, also known as Juneteenth.

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  • This $50 million resource is seen as one way to help the Black community cultivate wealth and prosperity.
  • "Through this $50 million Open Road Fund, Nexus has a chance to provide a return on the investment Black folks have long made to this country and create Black wealth.
  • To us, Black wealth-building is about creating spaces and opportunities that help all Black people to thrive," said Repa Mekha, president and CEO of Nexus Community Partners.
  • The opening of the application process will be celebrated with an invite-only Juneteenth event for those connected with Nexus, the creation of the Open Road Fund, community leaders and media.