Social impact

Humble Bundle Surpasses $250 Million Raised for Charitable Causes Around the Globe

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240208593644/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240208593644/en/
    Humble Bundle has raised more than $250 million since its inception in 2010 to help out charities around the globe, furthering its mission to be a force for good.
  • (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Founded in 2010 by Jeff Rosen and John Graham, a couple of gamers seeking a new way to raise money for various charities, Humble Bundle pioneered the game bundle-for-charity model.
  • Since then, the company has expanded its offerings and grown its focus on doing good, integrating it into every aspect of its business and operation.
  • Taking on Global Warming: Humble raised more than $1 million last year for charities committed to addressing some of the biggest contributors to climate change.

Green Thumb Industries Publishes Second Annual Social Impact Report

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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CHICAGO and VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Green Thumb Industries Inc. (“Green Thumb” or the “Company”) (CSE: GTII) (OTCQX: GTBIF), a leading national cannabis consumer packaged goods company and owner of RISE Dispensaries , today announced the release of its 2023 Social Impact Report .

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO and VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Green Thumb Industries Inc. (“Green Thumb” or the “Company”) (CSE: GTII) (OTCQX: GTBIF), a leading national cannabis consumer packaged goods company and owner of RISE Dispensaries , today announced the release of its 2023 Social Impact Report .
  • Green Thumb’s second annual Social Impact Report documents and highlights the meaningful progress of its “Growing for Good” program across four key pillars: Community Engagement, Inclusion & Belonging, Restorative Justice and Environmental Stewardship.
  • “Our Growing for Good social impact program is deeply embedded in Green Thumb’s DNA and brought to life by our team members every day,” said Green Thumb Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Ben Kovler.
  • To continue the momentum of the Company’s social impact initiatives, Green Thumb is introducing a matching component to its Round Up program in 2024.

WWF-Canada and Aviva Canada launch free resource for Canadian businesses to take urgent action to protect biodiversity

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Nature, Senior, GDP, Biodiversity, Aviva Canada, Sustainability, Climate change, Biodiversity action plan, Climate, WWF-Canada, Corporate Affairs, Action plan, Biodiversity loss, Social impact, Hockey, Health, PwC, Insurance, Vancouver Convention Centre, Business, Agriculture

Stakeholders of all types — from investors to suppliers to customers — are starting to demand that businesses contribute to a healthy natural world.

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  • Stakeholders of all types — from investors to suppliers to customers — are starting to demand that businesses contribute to a healthy natural world.
  • In tandem with urgent decarbonization, it is time for all businesses to act to protect nature.
  • The Business and Biodiversity Action Plan supports this need by providing a practical, phased approach that business leaders can action immediately.
  • Our Action Plan, Business and Biodiversity: Your Company's Path Towards Nature-Positivity, is available at wwf.ca/actionplan

Slone Partners Places Dan Latore as CEO at Red Door Community

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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SOUTH RIDING, Va., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Slone Partners, a nationwide executive search firm for life sciences, healthcare, and cybersecurity organizations, has announced the placement of Dan Latore as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Red Door Community, a New York City-based nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a welcoming community of FREE cancer support to bring knowledge, hope, and empowerment to anyone and everyone impacted by cancer.

Key Points: 
  • "Dan Latore is exceptionally devoted to his profession and will be a tremendously valuable addition to the leadership team at Red Door Community," said Bridget Burke, Slone Partners' Senior Vice President & Practice Leader, Healthcare, Nonprofits & Social Impact.
  • "He is exceptionally devoted to his profession and will be a tremendously valuable addition to the leadership team at Red Door Community."
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Dan aboard at a very exciting time in Red Door's evolution," said John DiGiovanni , Chair of the Board of Directors at Red Door Community.
  • "It is with great confidence that I am stepping down as CEO knowing Dan will be the next CEO to lead our organization moving forward," said Lily Safani , Red Door Community's outgoing CEO.

Diplomats and Dignitaries Join the 2024 Points of Light Global Summit on Social Impact

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Non-governmental organization, Points of Light, Global Television Network, Social impact, Bridge

ATLANTA, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --The 2024 Points of Light Global Summit on Social Impact will unfold as a beacon of inspiration for 250 global change leaders in Warsaw, Poland, on February 7, 2024, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. CET, hosted by Points of Light and its Global Network affiliate Stowarzyszenie Centrum Wolontariatu. Companies, NGOs and nonprofits unite through a dedication to civic engagement. Among distinguished guests are Mark Brzezinski, United States ambassador to Poland; Agnieszka Buczyńska, Polish minister for civil society, chairwoman of the public benefit committee; and Neil Bush, chair, Points of Light Board of Directors, leading an impressive lineup. One World, One Response is the theme of the summit.

Key Points: 
  • Lineup Includes Mark Brzezinski, United States Ambassador to Poland; Agnieszka Buczyńska, Polish minister for civil society, chairwoman of the public benefit committee; and Neil Bush, chair, Points of Light Board of Directors
    ATLANTA, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --The 2024 Points of Light Global Summit on Social Impact will unfold as a beacon of inspiration for 250 global change leaders in Warsaw, Poland, on February 7, 2024, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. CET, hosted by Points of Light and its Global Network affiliate Stowarzyszenie Centrum Wolontariatu .
  • This summit itself is part of a larger global gathering of Points of Light affiliates, bringing social impact leaders from 25 countries, equipping attendees with tools to drive positive change in communities impacted by natural and human-made disaster.
  • Summit cohost, Stowarzyszenie Centrum Wolontariatu , is a member of the Points of Light Global Network , including 145 affiliates in 39 countries.
  • The organization is a key player in the landscape of volunteerism and embodies community-driven impact.

Diplomats and Dignitaries Join the 2024 Points of Light Global Summit on Social Impact

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Non-governmental organization, Points of Light, Global Television Network, Social impact, Bridge

ATLANTA, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --The 2024 Points of Light Global Summit on Social Impact will unfold as a beacon of inspiration for 250 global change leaders in Warsaw, Poland, on February 7, 2024, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. CET, hosted by Points of Light and its Global Network affiliate Stowarzyszenie Centrum Wolontariatu. Companies, NGOs and nonprofits unite through a dedication to civic engagement. Among distinguished guests are Mark Brzezinski, United States ambassador to Poland; Agnieszka Buczyńska, Polish minister for civil society, chairwoman of the public benefit committee; and Neil Bush, chair, Points of Light Board of Directors, leading an impressive lineup. One World, One Response is the theme of the summit.

Key Points: 
  • Lineup Includes Mark Brzezinski, United States Ambassador to Poland; Agnieszka Buczyńska, Polish minister for civil society, chairwoman of the public benefit committee; and Neil Bush, chair, Points of Light Board of Directors
    ATLANTA, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --The 2024 Points of Light Global Summit on Social Impact will unfold as a beacon of inspiration for 250 global change leaders in Warsaw, Poland, on February 7, 2024, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. CET, hosted by Points of Light and its Global Network affiliate Stowarzyszenie Centrum Wolontariatu .
  • This summit itself is part of a larger global gathering of Points of Light affiliates, bringing social impact leaders from 25 countries, equipping attendees with tools to drive positive change in communities impacted by natural and human-made disaster.
  • Summit cohost, Stowarzyszenie Centrum Wolontariatu , is a member of the Points of Light Global Network , including 145 affiliates in 39 countries.
  • The organization is a key player in the landscape of volunteerism and embodies community-driven impact.

Loblaw Announces $1 million Community Investment Grant Recipients

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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Canadian Women's Foundation: the grant will support programs addressing the stigma and silence around gender-based violence in communities and workplaces.

Key Points: 
  • Canadian Women's Foundation: the grant will support programs addressing the stigma and silence around gender-based violence in communities and workplaces.
  • Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB): the grant will support young Indigenous entrepreneurs under the age of 35 operating their businesses in Canada.
  • Pride at Work Canada: the grant will support two specific programs that encourage conversation, education and thought leadership to develop the next generation of 2SLGBTQIA+ community members.
  • We appreciate this inspiring grant and are excited to see its impact on alleviating specific challenges that 2SLGBTQIA+ community members face in Canadian workplaces."

North Texas Food Bank Addresses Food Insecurity in High Need Communities with Equitable Food Access Grant from Starbucks

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Sustainability, Food, Social impact, Partnership, Hunger, BIPOC, Eating, Organization, Economic development, Feeding America, Tourism

Dallas, TX, Jan. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) announced today that it will continue to help increase access to nutritious food among households with individuals who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and residing in communities experiencing high food insecurity rates in North Texas with an Equitable Food Access Grant from Starbucks.

Key Points: 
  • Dallas, TX, Jan. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) announced today that it will continue to help increase access to nutritious food among households with individuals who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and residing in communities experiencing high food insecurity rates in North Texas with an Equitable Food Access Grant from Starbucks.
  • The food bank will be using this grant to engage local communities in identifying and addressing racial disparities and supporting interventions to overcome common barriers to food access.
  • “Being awarded a Starbucks Equitable Food Access Grant allows the North Texas Food Bank to continue to help increase equitable access to nutritious food among communities experiencing high food insecurity rates in North Texas.”
    The Starbucks Equitable Food Access Grant is enabling NTFB to develop rich data views that will further its equitable access strategy.
  • To learn more about how you can join the fight to end hunger, visit North Texas Food Bank (ntfb.org) .

WALK-ON'S SPORTS BISTREAUX WELCOMES ANDY IZQUIERDO AND TREY HUGHES TO ITS LEADERSHIP TEAM

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
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BATON ROUGE, La., Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux, the nationally renowned restaurant and sports bar, announces the appointments of Andy Izquierdo as the Vice President of Communications and Trey Hughes as Senior Director of Franchise Sales. These strategic decisions underscore Walk-On's dedication to maintaining excellence as the brand eyes expansion and advancement.

Key Points: 
  • "We are excited to welcome Andy Izquierdo and Trey Hughes to the Walk-On's family.
  • Their impressive backgrounds and proven track records align seamlessly with our commitment to delivering an exceptional guest experience.
  • Trey Hughes, the newly appointed Senior Director of Franchise Sales, brings a wealth of experience in the franchise sales arena.
  • With Andy Izquierdo and Trey Hughes on board, Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux is well-positioned to provide an even more exceptional dining experience to its cherished guests.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and UPS Expand Partnership Focused on Workplace Mentorship and Career Readiness

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
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TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of National Mentoring Month, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA), the preeminent one-to-one youth mentoring organization in the United States, and UPS announce the amplification of their partnership, through a multi-year commitment that provides equitable access to careers and opportunities for youth in the workforce.

Key Points: 
  • This strengthened alliance will replicate the success of career readiness pilot programs tested in Atlanta and expand to Chicago, New York, and Los Angeles.
  • The partnership focuses on college and career readiness, workplace mentorship, and family and financial stability for youth.
  • "Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is thrilled to be UPS's first official mentoring partner, with a shared goal of helping youth through critical stages of life," said Artis Stevens, President and CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.
  • UPS and BBBSA will introduce diverse career opportunities to youth ages 14+ through the organization's Big Futures program.