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Pennsylvania American Water 2023 Food Insecurity Giving Surpasses $46K

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Pennsylvania American Water announced today that its 2023 donations focused on food insecurity totaled $46,150, supporting the efforts of 12 food banks throughout its statewide service area.

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  • Pennsylvania American Water announced today that its 2023 donations focused on food insecurity totaled $46,150, supporting the efforts of 12 food banks throughout its statewide service area.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231220996022/en/
    Pennsylvania American Water presents a $5,000 check to Midwest Food Bank Pennsylvania in support of efforts to end hunger.
  • Organizations that received financial support from Pennsylvania American Water for their food insecurity efforts this year include:
    East End Community Food Bank, Fayette County
    Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, Allegheny County
    “Our nonprofit partners are reporting an average 25% increase in the number of people seeking food assistance given rising inflation and economic challenges.
  • “Midwest Food Bank Pennsylvania is able to provide food and resources to our agencies free of charge so they can serve more people – thanks to the financial support of partners like Pennsylvania American Water, a small army of volunteers, friends and donors who help us in many and diverse ways.”
    In addition to its support of food banks, Pennsylvania American Water strives to share important messages about the safety, reliability and affordability of tap water over bottled water options, such as seen in this video .

Peoples Natural Gas Warms Hearts, Homes Through Support of Local Holiday Events and Community Organizations

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Monday, December 18, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231218195750/en/
    A large crowd walks through the Peoples Gas Holiday Market in downtown Pittsburgh during the 2023 holiday season.
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    Peoples, an Essential Utilities (NYSE:WTRG) company, brings together one-of-a-kind artisans from around the world at the 12th annual Peoples Gas Holiday Market™.
  • As a new Holiday Market exclusive, shoppers can receive a limited-edition souvenir ornament from Peoples when donating to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.
  • Peoples is a longtime supporter of the Food Bank, helping them become the primary non-profit partner of the Peoples Gas Holiday Market.

KeyBank announces KeyBank Foundation grants to Connecticut and Western Massachusetts nonprofits

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

HARTFORD, Conn., Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KeyBank announces (25) twenty-five charitable donations made by KeyBank Foundation, the bank's charitable foundation to nonprofit organizations throughout its Connecticut and Western Massachusetts market.  The gifts focus support to address homelessness, financial literacy, education, job creation and workforce development, and more.  The charitable donations total $345,000 and are part of KeyBank's community philanthropic efforts targeted toward education, workforce development, and safe, vital neighborhoods.

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  • HARTFORD, Conn., Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KeyBank announces (25) twenty-five charitable donations made by KeyBank Foundation, the bank's charitable foundation to nonprofit organizations throughout its Connecticut and Western Massachusetts market.
  • The gifts focus support to address homelessness, financial literacy, education, job creation and workforce development, and more.
  • The charitable donations total $345,000 and are part of KeyBank's community philanthropic efforts targeted toward education, workforce development, and safe, vital neighborhoods.
  • "KeyBank's community investments include philanthropic support to nonprofit partners who are dedicated to meeting the needs of the communities we serve," said KeyBank Market President Matthew Hummel.

CenterWell Home Health collects 289,000 meals for needy Americans

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

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    Thanks to the generosity of individuals and organizations, CenterWell this fall has collected food and financial donations equivalent to 289,490 meals, according to Susan Benoit, president of CenterWell Home Health.
  • This fall marked CenterWell’s 19th annual Food/Fund Drive, conceived to help fight against food insecurity – a known social factor that affects health – in the communities CenterWell Home Health serves.
  • Over the years, CenterWell Home Health (previously known as the home health division of Kindred at Home) has collected over 1.3 million meals.
  • The Atlanta regional operations team finished a close second with 21,250 meals, and the Wichita Falls, Texas branch chipped in 10,933 meals.

Metronet Celebrates Des Moines Storefront Grand Opening

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Metronet today celebrated the official grand opening of its Des Moines storefront while ringing in the holidays with a $10,000 donation to Food Bank of Iowa.

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  • Metronet today celebrated the official grand opening of its Des Moines storefront while ringing in the holidays with a $10,000 donation to Food Bank of Iowa.
  • Metronet has worked rapidly to ensure that Des Moines residents and businesses have access to ultra-high-speed internet as it has quickly become a necessity for daily life.
  • In addition to ensuring that the community has access to reliable, 100% fiber internet, Metronet also wanted to ensure that Des Moines’ community is cared for throughout the holiday season.
  • We extend a warm welcome to Metronet as they celebrate this milestone within our community.”
    “We're pleased to welcome Metronet to Des Moines and celebrate the launch of their new storefront, a significant expansion in our community," expressed Jimmy Olsen, Des Moines Downtown Chamber of Commerce Executive Director.

Avangrid Announces eBill Incentive to Benefit Local Food Banks

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Monday, November 20, 2023

For every customer that signs up for the company’s eBill service during the months of November and December, Avangrid subsidiaries will donate $2, up to a total of $5,000 per organization, to seven local food banks to support food security in Maine, New York and Connecticut.

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  • For every customer that signs up for the company’s eBill service during the months of November and December, Avangrid subsidiaries will donate $2, up to a total of $5,000 per organization, to seven local food banks to support food security in Maine, New York and Connecticut.
  • “It’s very important to address food security needs across all of the communities we serve,” said Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO.
  • Plus, our customers will also benefit from easier access to manage their account by signing-up for eBill.”
    Avangrid’s eBill service is a user-friendly, paperless bill.
  • These organizations offer food, nutrition education, school backpack programs, mobile food pantries and other assistance programs.

T-Mobile Shows Virginia Love with $50,000 Donation to Nonprofit Organizations

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) today announced a donation totaling $50,000 to five Virginia nonprofit organizations that are making a difference in their communities.

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  • T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) today announced a donation totaling $50,000 to five Virginia nonprofit organizations that are making a difference in their communities.
  • The organizations — Blue Ridge Area Food Bank, Children’s Hospital Foundation of Richmond at VCU, H.E.R.
  • – Help and Emergency Response, The Fatherhood Foundation of Virginia, and the United Service Organization (USO) — each received a $10,000 donation.
  • In a show of hands-on support, local T-Mobile employees participated in check presentations and a day of service at each of the organizations.

KeyBank announces Foundation grants in Hudson Valley and Metro New York

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Friday, December 15, 2023

TARRYTOWN, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KeyBank announces twenty (20) charitable donations made by KeyBank Foundation, the bank's charitable foundation to nonprofit organizations throughout its Hudson Valley/Metro New York market.  The gifts focus support to address homelessness, financial literacy, education, workforce development, minority small business development, and more.  The charitable donations total $385,000 and are part of KeyBank's community philanthropic efforts targeted toward education, workforce development, and safe, vital neighborhoods.  

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  • TARRYTOWN, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KeyBank announces twenty (20) charitable donations made by KeyBank Foundation, the bank's charitable foundation to nonprofit organizations throughout its Hudson Valley/Metro New York market.
  • "KeyBank's commitment to the communities we serve is at the heart what we stand for," said KeyBank Market President John Manginelli.
  • "We value the partnerships we have with local nonprofit organizations and are proud to support their important community work."
  • Bowery Mission, New York, NY to support its Continuum of Care Services for New Yorkers experiencing homelessness, food insecurity and other crises.

BJ’s Wholesale Club Surprises Madison Teachers by Funding Arts and Music Programs at Local Schools with $15,000 Donation

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

BJ's Wholesale Club (NYSE: BJ), a leading operator of membership warehouse clubs celebrated the anticipated opening of its first club in Alabama with a surprise for Madison teachers and students.

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  • BJ's Wholesale Club (NYSE: BJ), a leading operator of membership warehouse clubs celebrated the anticipated opening of its first club in Alabama with a surprise for Madison teachers and students.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231109822377/en/
    BJ’s Wholesale Club Surprises Madison Teachers by Funding Arts and Music Programs at Local Schools with a $15,000 Donation (Photo: Business Wire)
    The BJ’s Charitable Foundation announced a $15,000 donation at Midtown Elementary School.
  • The Foundation is providing funds for newly expanded music and arts programs at all seven Madison City elementary schools.
  • “BJ’s Wholesale Club is committed to supporting the local communities where we live and work,” said Kirk Saville, Head of Corporate Communications, BJ’s Wholesale Club.

SpartanNash Announces 2023 Winners for Our Family® Scholarship Program

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food solutions company SpartanNash (the "Company") (Nasdaq: SPTN) today announced the 2023 winners for its inaugural Our Family® 2023 Scholarship Program, supporting students making a positive difference in their communities. Developed in 1904, Our Family is the flagship private brand distributed exclusively by SpartanNash. Through this program, the Company is extending the opportunity for grocery shoppers at independent retailers and Company-operated stores to apply for academic scholarships for post-secondary education.

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  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food solutions company SpartanNash (the "Company") (Nasdaq: SPTN) today announced the 2023 winners for its inaugural Our Family® 2023 Scholarship Program , supporting students making a positive difference in their communities.
  • Introduced in April 2023, the Our Family® 2023 Scholarship Program invited students who live in the same states served by SpartanNash-distributed grocery stores to apply for a $2,000 scholarship.
  • Winners were chosen based on multiple short essays showcasing community engagement through extracurricular activities, charity work and other good deeds.
  • Highlights from some of the 2023 winners include:
    Carson Downer (Grand Rapids, Mich.): Downer supported a local nonprofit organization focused on building children's literacy in underserved areas.