North Texas Food Bank

GOYA FOODS OF TEXAS SPREADS HOLIDAY CHEER BY DONATING 250,000 POUNDS OF FOOD TO PEOPLE IN NEED FOR CHRISTMAS

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Friday, December 22, 2023

BROOKSHIRE, Texas, Dec. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Goya Foods of Texas donates 250,000 pounds of food to families and individuals in need throughout Texas with the help of Catholic Charities of Houston, Catholic Charities of San Antonio, Houston Food Bank, and North Texas Food Bank.

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  • BROOKSHIRE, Texas, Dec. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Goya Foods of Texas donates 250,000 pounds of food to families and individuals in need throughout Texas with the help of Catholic Charities of Houston, Catholic Charities of San Antonio, Houston Food Bank, and North Texas Food Bank.
  • This donation is a gift from our Goya family to families in Texas," said Bob Unanue, the President and CEO of Goya Foods.
  • By partnering with local food banks and charitable organizations throughout Texas, Goya Foods of Texas will be able to efficiently distribute the food to communities where it will have the greatest impact.
  • Through the company's global initiative, Goya Gives, Goya is always at the forefront of natural disasters and humanitarian relief efforts, donating millions of pounds of food each year in the United States and worldwide.

North Texas Food Bank Teams Up with Tom Thumb / Albertsons and The University of North Texas at Dallas for Thanksgiving Food Distribution

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Dallas, TX, Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB), along with The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) and Tom Thumb / Albertsons , will provide nourishing food to community members in need through a public event on Monday, November 20, 2023.

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  • Dallas, TX, Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB), along with The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) and Tom Thumb / Albertsons , will provide nourishing food to community members in need through a public event on Monday, November 20, 2023.
  • “Tom Thumb / Albertsons and UNT Dallas are once again joining forces with the North Texas Food Bank to provide holiday food and hope for our neighbors in southern Dallas,” said Trisha Cunningham, President and CEO of the North Texas Food Bank.
  • “Our partners in this food distribution are deeply committed to addressing the issue of food insecurity in North Texas.
  • Neighbors can also contact the North Texas Food Bank to learn more about Senior Programs and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

North Texas Food Bank and Atmos Energy Donate Hunger Bugs Me! Book to 785 Elementary Schools Across North Texas

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Dallas, TX, Nov. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) in partnership with Atmos Energy, has donated copies of the children’s book, Hunger Bugs Me!, to 785 elementary school libraries across the 13 counties served by the North Texas Food Bank.

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  • Dallas, TX, Nov. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) in partnership with Atmos Energy, has donated copies of the children’s book, Hunger Bugs Me!, to 785 elementary school libraries across the 13 counties served by the North Texas Food Bank.
  • “Atmos Energy has been a long-standing supporter of the North Texas Food Bank and helping to fund the distribution of the Hunger Bugs Me!
  • “We are pleased to partner with the North Texas Food Bank in distributing this book to elementary schools across North Texas.”
    Hunger Bugs Me!
  • Proceeds from each book benefit the North Texas Food Bank and provide 90 meals to North Texans facing hunger.

AIS Healthcare Celebrates International Volunteer Day

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

AIS Healthcare, the leading provider of targeted drug delivery and infusion care solutions, is proud to recognize December 5th as International Volunteer Day.

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  • AIS Healthcare, the leading provider of targeted drug delivery and infusion care solutions, is proud to recognize December 5th as International Volunteer Day.
  • AIS Healthcare is committed to supporting the many communities in which we do business and serve patients.
  • To further this commitment, AIS Healthcare recently introduced a Volunteer Time Off paid leave benefit to allow team members to serve their communities and the charities of their choosing.
  • AIS Healthcare encourages employees with a passion for a cause or ideas on community service to share them with the Inclusion Council.

Upbound Group Raises Approximately $185,000 for Hunger Relief in North Texas

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Upbound Group, Inc. (the "Company" or "Upbound") (NASDAQ: UPBD), a leading provider of technology driven and flexible leasing solutions for consumers through its operating brands including Rent-A-Center® and Acima®, recently achieved its largest campaign in company history in support of the North Texas Food Bank (NTFB).

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  • Upbound Group, Inc. (the "Company" or "Upbound") (NASDAQ: UPBD), a leading provider of technology driven and flexible leasing solutions for consumers through its operating brands including Rent-A-Center® and Acima®, recently achieved its largest campaign in company history in support of the North Texas Food Bank (NTFB).
  • Through coworker donations and an additional Company matching donation, Upbound raised approximately $185,000 in support of the non-profit hunger-relief organization’s objective to help North Texans achieve food security.
  • “At Upbound, we’re proud to partner with organizations fighting hunger in their own communities and empowering families each day,” said Anthony Blasquez, executive vice president of Upbound.
  • “Their generosity helps advance our mission of bridging the hunger gap in North Texas during this critical time and beyond.”

Dallas Bright Futures Announces The Monty J. and Sarah Z. Bennett Dallas Scholarship for College-Bound DISD Seniors

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

DALLAS, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dallas Bright Futures proudly announces the launch of a new merit and adversity-based college scholarship program for eligible Dallas youth, The Monty J. and Sarah Z. Bennett Dallas Scholarship.

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  • DALLAS, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dallas Bright Futures proudly announces the launch of a new merit and adversity-based college scholarship program for eligible Dallas youth, The Monty J. and Sarah Z. Bennett Dallas Scholarship.
  • In its first year, the Monty J. and Sarah Z. Bennett Dallas Scholarship will offer approximately five college scholarships up to $5,000 each that can be used by scholarship awardees to cover tuition, books or living expenses.
  • "Education is the foundation for a brighter future," commented Monty J. Bennett and Sarah Z. Bennett.
  • Monty J. Bennett and Sarah Z. Bennett are lifelong advocates of civic engagement, advocating especially for children and educational equality.

Puttshack Tees up Food and Fun for North Texas with Addison Location Opening December 6th

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

ADDISON, Texas, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Puttshack, the world's first and only upscale, tech-infused mini golf experience, will be elevating gameplay to new heights by opening their 11th venue, complete with globally-inspired food & beverage, and unveiling of their brand new game experience, in Addison beginning December 6th.

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  • Located at 5100 Belt Line Road in Addison, the newest Puttshack will slot in seamlessly as the go-to option for food and fun in the D/FW metroplex.
  • Puttshack is poised to become a premier destination, offering the perfect setting for happy hours with friends, memorable date nights, late-night adventures, company outings, and family fun.
  • Addison will officially be the first Puttshack location to offer a never-before-seen, game experience called the Challenge Hole– highlighting Puttshack's innovation and tech advancements.
  • Puttshack takes great pride in supporting the local communities it calls home, and will be proudly supporting the North Texas Food Bank by donating $1 from every Tailpipe sold at their Addison location.

CROWN ROYAL CELEBRATES THE HOSTS THAT MAKE GAMEDAY GREAT THIS NFL SEASON!

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Crown Royal, the first-ever whisky partner of the National Football League (NFL), launched year three of their Kick Off with Crown (KOWC) campaign. Generosity is at the core of the brand and has been brought to life over the years through its long-term commitment to the military, its support of the Black rodeo community, its give back efforts via the KOWC campaign and so much more. In 2021, the KOWC campaign supported hospitality workers, in 2022 it championed delivery workers, this year Crown Royal is bringing it back home and celebrating those that serve and help ensure guests have everything they need during this season, from volunteers to generous hosts.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Crown Royal, the first-ever whisky partner of the National Football League (NFL), launched year three of their Kick Off with Crown (KOWC) campaign.
  • Crown Royal has teamed up with NFL Hall-Of-Famer, DeMarcus Ware, to share his favorite game day items in a custom-curated shopping cart on the largest online grocery marketplace in North America.
  • "As a long-time partner, I am excited to work with Crown Royal for another NFL season and give fans the inside scoop on some of my favorite gameday items," says DeMarcus Ware.
  • During the organization's busiest time, Crown Royal will celebrate Feeding America volunteers in a select market and treat them to a special gameday watch party.

North Texas Food Bank Launches “Face of Hunger” Holiday Giving Campaign

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Monday, November 6, 2023

Dallas, TX, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) launched the “Face of Hunger” holiday-giving campaign today to raise awareness that hunger affects nearly 640,000 North Texans.

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  • Dallas, TX, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) launched the “Face of Hunger” holiday-giving campaign today to raise awareness that hunger affects nearly 640,000 North Texans.
  • The campaign highlights the prevalence of hunger in North Texas and the people it impacts.
  • Since March of 2022 the North Texas Food Bank has seen about a 15 percent increase in the number of meals the Food Bank has provided access to through both SNAP and food distributed and is currently providing access to about 400,000 meals each day.
  • The North Texas Food Bank and our feeding partners don’t just want to help provide necessities during the holiday season – together we’re helping people connect with the ones they love.

North Texas Food Bank Announces 10th Annual Peanut Butter Drive Results

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Monday, October 30, 2023

Dallas, TX, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) announced the results of its 10th Annual Peanut Butter Drive that took place throughout September as part of Hunger Action Month.

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  • Dallas, TX, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) announced the results of its 10th Annual Peanut Butter Drive that took place throughout September as part of Hunger Action Month.
  • For the second consecutive year, the North Texas Food Bank expanded the drive to include all 13 counties that the North Texas Food Bank serves, bringing together cities, neighborhoods, corporations, faith-based groups, and other organizations to collect jars of peanut butter that can then be distributed through the North Texas Food Bank’s Food 4 Kids backpack program and its feeding network of about 500 partner agencies and organizations.
  • The following recipients were recognized at the Peanut Butter Drive Reveal Ceremony for collecting the most peanut butter in their categories:
    “We are so grateful for the community’s enthusiasm and support of our annual Peanut Butter Drive,” said Trisha Cunningham, President and CEO of the North Texas Food Bank .
  • “As the North Texas Food Bank continues to distribute record levels of food, the support of the peanut butter drive helps us provide nutritious food to the more than 218,000 children facing hunger in North Texas.”
    As in the past, the Peanut Butter Drive is led by a committee dedicated to fighting childhood hunger.