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The API Innovation Center, Apertus Pharmaceuticals Bring API Production of Critical Generic Cancer Drug to U.S. Soil

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Manufacturing, Retail, White House, Federal Government, Pharmaceutical, Research, Oncology, Supply Chain Management, Foundation, Science, Philanthropy, Public Policy, Government, Clinical Trials, General Health, Biotechnology, Health, Healthcare Reform, Health Technology, Chemicals, Plastics, Growth, Medication, Environment, Partnership, Lomustine, Patient, Pharmacy, Economic development, Cancer, Glioblastoma, Investment, API, Soil, Pharmaceutical industry

“Apertus Pharmaceuticals is proud to be selected as the contract manufacturer for lomustine,” said David Gindelberger, president and chief scientific officer of Apertus Pharmaceuticals.

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  • “Apertus Pharmaceuticals is proud to be selected as the contract manufacturer for lomustine,” said David Gindelberger, president and chief scientific officer of Apertus Pharmaceuticals.
  • "The St. Louis region is at the forefront of emerging technologies and API production,” said Sen. Brian Williams, D- St. Louis.
  • In 2023, the API Innovation Center was awarded $9.5 million from the Missouri Technology Corporation’s Advanced Manufacturing Resiliency Grant Program.
  • With this support, the API Innovation Center is investing in building a regional hub for drug advanced manufacturing, establishing Missouri as a leader in domestic API production to secure the U.S. essential drug supply chain.

The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation Commits $15 Million Over Three Years to Rise Against Hunger to Provide 463 Million Meals to People in Need

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Other Philanthropy, Women, Men, Sustainability, Family, Consumer, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Environment, Teens, Children, Fitness & Nutrition, Professional Services, Philanthropy, Health, Fund Raising, Foundation, Vitamins, Supplements, Agriculture, Other Consumer, Natural Resources, Kraft Heinz, COVID, Partnership, Rise Against Hunger, Food, Hunger, Mineral, Flood, Development, Multimedia, Meal, Emerging market, Fast-moving consumer goods

Today, The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation announces an extended three-year partnership and $15 million commitment to Rise Against Hunger , an international nonprofit organization.

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  • Today, The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation announces an extended three-year partnership and $15 million commitment to Rise Against Hunger , an international nonprofit organization.
  • The commitment builds on a decade-long partnership between Kraft Heinz and Rise Against Hunger to alleviate global hunger and improve access to nutrition.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240409900011/en/
    Kraft Heinz employees pack meals during the annual Packathon (Photo: Business Wire)
    “At Kraft Heinz, we aim to provide 1.5 billion meals to people in need by 2025,” said Andrea Budelli, President of The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation and Chief R&D Officer of Developed & Emerging Markets at Kraft Heinz.
  • This impact includes:
    Fortified more than 127 million Rise Against Hunger meals with 21 million micronutrient sachets for school feeding and dietary supplementation programs.

U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer Champions Rare Disease Research With Sponsorship of Legislative Bill - H.Res.1039 - Advocating for Increased Funding for Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease (CMT)

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Dental, Public Policy, Government, Healthcare Reform, Philanthropy, Biotechnology, Other Health, Health, General Health, Foundation, Stroke, Brain, NJ-5, Gene, Charcot–Marie–Tooth disease, Disease, Sympathetic nervous system, DSM-IV codes, Research, Hope, Quality of life, Hunting, Tax, Child, Spinal cord, Rare Disease Caucus, Legislation, Disability, ID, Bangladesh Technical Education Board, Hearing, CMT, Pharmaceutical industry

The resolution underscores the urgency of addressing the challenges of individuals diagnosed with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT) and the need for robust research funding.

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  • The resolution underscores the urgency of addressing the challenges of individuals diagnosed with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT) and the need for robust research funding.
  • “By collaborating with experts and advocates, we can give everyone struggling with Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease hope.
  • Zaken's dedication reflects the grassroots efforts of young individuals committed to making a difference in the fight against rare diseases.
  • Regrettably, despite its profound impact, federal funding for CMT research witnessed a decrease in 2022 compared to 2021.

Hispanic C-Suite Corporate Council Announces Leslie Sanchez, Jorge Ferraez and Ana Mollinedo Mims to the HC3 Board of Directors

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Technology, Marketing, Advertising, Communications, General Sports, Other Philanthropy, Elections, Campaigns, Public Policy, Government, University, Vacation, Education, Other Travel, Transportation, Philanthropy, Destinations, Travel, Fund Raising, Foundation, Automotive Manufacturing, Sports, Data Management, Manufacturing, Public Relations, Investor Relations, Corporate title, Management

In another significant move to bolster the representation of Hispanic leaders in corporate America, the Hispanic C-Suite Corporate Council (HC3) is proud to announce the appointment of Leslie Sanchez, Jorge Ferraez, and Ana Mollinedo Mims to the Board of Directors.

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  • In another significant move to bolster the representation of Hispanic leaders in corporate America, the Hispanic C-Suite Corporate Council (HC3) is proud to announce the appointment of Leslie Sanchez, Jorge Ferraez, and Ana Mollinedo Mims to the Board of Directors.
  • This strategic decision marks the organization’s continued commitment to enhance the development, leadership, and philanthropic efforts of Hispanic executives and fortify the Hispanic influence within their respective companies, industries, and communities.
  • George Herrera, Chairman of the Board, and Andre Arbelaez, President and CEO of HC3, highlighted the organization's strategic initiatives to elevate Hispanic business leaders within C-Suite roles and the U.S. economic-driving power of the Hispanic market.
  • Under Herrera's and Arbelaez’s leadership, HC3 is set to embark on a transformative journey from its headquarters in Detroit, Michigan.

National Philanthropic Trust Names Linda K. Myers Chair of the Board of Trustees

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Finance, Consulting, Banking, Accounting, Professional Services, Philanthropy, Fund Raising, Other Philanthropy, Foundation, Chambers and Partners, Georgetown University Law Center, LCI, Gen, Audit, Woman, NPT, Inode, Trustee, National Philanthropic Trust, MRX, University, Lyric, Saint Ignatius College, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Compensation, Field, Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Retirement, Acquisition, Corporate governance, Kirkland & Ellis, Kirkland, Nursing

National Philanthropic Trust (NPT), the largest national, independent public charity that manages donor-advised funds (DAFs), and one of the largest grantmaking organizations in the world, is pleased to announce Linda K. Myers has been named chair of NPT’s Board of Trustees.

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  • National Philanthropic Trust (NPT), the largest national, independent public charity that manages donor-advised funds (DAFs), and one of the largest grantmaking organizations in the world, is pleased to announce Linda K. Myers has been named chair of NPT’s Board of Trustees.
  • She has served as vice chair of NPT’s Board of Trustees and chair of the Compensation and Human Resources Committee.
  • “Linda’s extensive experience in law, business, and governance, along with her lifelong dedication to philanthropy, is an excellent foundation for her to be NPT’s board chair,” said Eileen Heisman, CEO of National Philanthropic Trust.
  • “Linda joined NPT’s Board of Trustees in the early days of the pandemic and quickly became a strategic voice on the board and in her committee leadership.

Dunkin’ Franchisees and Crew Members Celebrate 10 Years of Volunteering and Supporting Hunger Relief with $1 Million in Grants Funding Across the Country

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Food, Beverage, Fund Raising, Foundation, Retail, Philanthropy, Hunger, Human, Child, Multimedia, Work, Tourism

Twenty food banks across the country will receive $50,000 grants to support child hunger programming, including backpack, school pantry, and summer food programs, during the annual volunteer events.

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  • Twenty food banks across the country will receive $50,000 grants to support child hunger programming, including backpack, school pantry, and summer food programs, during the annual volunteer events.
  • This announcement follows a recent $550,000 grant to Feeding America which is currently being distributed to affiliated food banks.
  • Dozens of food banks will be celebrating their Feeding America grants throughout April at planned volunteer events.
  • Since 2015, the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation has granted nearly $11 million to over 1,500 hunger relief organizations.

bioAffinity Technologies Expands Campaign to Support American Cancer Society Initiative for Lung Cancer Screening

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Other Health, Research, Pharmaceutical, Philanthropy, Oncology, Medical Devices, Genetics, Foundation, Clinical Trials, Science, Biotechnology, Health, QI, Lung cancer, Survival, Partnership, Risk, American Cancer Society, Cancer, Lung, BIAF, ACS, Map, Mobile phone

bioAffinity Technologies , Inc. (Nasdaq: BIAF; BIAFW), a biotechnology company focused on the need for noninvasive, accurate tests for the detection of early-stage cancer and lung disease, today announced the expansion of its partnership with the American Cancer Society (ACS) to raise funding for ACS’ Lung Quality Improvement (QI) initiative to increase the rate of lung cancer screening.

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  • bioAffinity Technologies , Inc. (Nasdaq: BIAF; BIAFW), a biotechnology company focused on the need for noninvasive, accurate tests for the detection of early-stage cancer and lung disease, today announced the expansion of its partnership with the American Cancer Society (ACS) to raise funding for ACS’ Lung Quality Improvement (QI) initiative to increase the rate of lung cancer screening.
  • Initially launched in November 2023 to support local lung cancer screening, bioAffinity Technologies and its ACS South Region partner have expanded the geographic reach to include ACS Lung QI sites across the country.
  • The campaign highlights the value of early screening and provides information about bioAffinity Technologies’ CyPath® Lung , a noninvasive test to improve early detection of lung cancer.
  • The ACS website has an interactive map that helps people eligible for screening find a cancer screening location near them.

nVent's New 2023 Sustainability Report Details Meaningful Progress Across its Focus Areas of People, Products, Planet and Governance

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Environment, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Engineering, Rail, Automotive Manufacturing, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Transport, Architecture, Other Energy, Telecommunications, Utilities, Oil, Gas, Energy, Data Management, Technology, Retail, Foundation, Sustainability, Building Systems, Supply Chain Management, Professional Services, Philanthropy, Green Technology, Nuclear, Biophysical environment, Electricity, ESG, Gold, Social, Water, NVT, Newsweek, Renewable energy

nVent Electric plc (NYSE:NVT) (“nVent”), a global leader in electrical connection and protection solutions, today announced the release of its 2023 Sustainability Report.

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  • nVent Electric plc (NYSE:NVT) (“nVent”), a global leader in electrical connection and protection solutions, today announced the release of its 2023 Sustainability Report.
  • The report shares nVent's 2023 achievements in each of its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) focus areas of People, Products, Planet and Governance and provides updates on progress towards its ESG goals.
  • Our commitment to sustainability is integral to how we operate, and we took measurable steps to improve our environmental impact in 2023.
  • A full copy of the 2023 Sustainability Report can be downloaded at nVent.com/ESG.

Murphy USA Kicks Off Semi-Annual ‘Great Futures Fueled Here’ Fundraiser After Three Years of Growing Donations to America’s Youth

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Philanthropy, Retail, Convenience Store, Oil, Gas, Fund Raising, Energy, Foundation, Learning, Mentorship, Partnership, Boy, Life, Murphy, Boys & Girls Club, QuickChek, MUSA, Toy

The 2024 customer round-up campaign, which takes place at all Murphy USA, Murphy Express, and QuickChek sites across 27 states will begin its first “Sprint” from April 3 through July 2, 2024.

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  • The 2024 customer round-up campaign, which takes place at all Murphy USA, Murphy Express, and QuickChek sites across 27 states will begin its first “Sprint” from April 3 through July 2, 2024.
  • All proceeds will support Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s mission to enable all young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
  • The funds raised during the campaign directly benefits Boys & Girls Clubs in the local communities served by Murphy USA and QuickChek locations.
  • We are passionate about providing opportunities for the next generation,” said Andrew Clyde, President and CEO of Murphy USA.

First Tech Federal Credit Union Bolsters Support of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, Launches Java4Kids Program

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Other Professional Services, Other Health, Technology, Socially Responsible Investing, Finance, Fintech, Professional Services, General Health, Philanthropy, Hospitals, Children, Foundation, Other Philanthropy, Consumer, Health, Hospital, Friends, Partnership, Hillsboro School District, Civil Service (United Kingdom), Coffee, DNA, First, CMN, Multimedia, Credit union, CFIS, GroundUP

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240409126482/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240409126482/en/
    Headquartered in Hillsboro, Oregon, First Tech has nearly $17 billion in assets and more than 660,000 members.
  • The credit union is one of the founders of CU4Kids , which brings together credit unions and business partners from across the country to raise funds for CMN Hospitals.
  • The credit union operates a coffee shop, Ground Up, that is completely run by local high school students.
  • "We are deeply humbled by the opportunity to partner with First Tech to support the Ground Up coffee shop and raise donations through Java4Kids at First Tech.