Mission District, San Francisco

SalsaCrazy SF Launches New Salsa and Bachata Dance Calendar for San Francisco Bay Area

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Friday, November 10, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SalsaCrazySF, a new online salsa dance and bachata dance calendar, has officially launched to serve the San Francisco Bay Area's passionate social dance community. The user-friendly calendar at www.salsacrazysf.com features upcoming local dance events, making it easy for salsa and bachata enthusiasts to stay up-to-date on the latest happenings.

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  • A new online salsa and bachata dance calendar, has officially launched to serve the San Francisco Bay Area's passionate social dance community.
  • SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SalsaCrazySF, a new online salsa dance and bachata dance calendar, has officially launched to serve the San Francisco Bay Area's passionate social dance community.
  • The user-friendly calendar at www.salsacrazysf.com features upcoming local dance events, making it easy for salsa and bachata enthusiasts to stay up-to-date on the latest happenings.
  • The San Francisco Bay Area has one of the largest and most vibrant salsa dance communities in the world.

10th Annual Youth for Justice Summer Academy Wraps

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Friday, August 4, 2023
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SAN RAFAEL, Calif., Aug. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcohol Justice & Youth for Justice are pleased to announce the conclusion of the 10th annual Youth for Justice Summer Academy based at the Canal neighborhood headquarters of Alcohol Justice. 

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  • SAN RAFAEL, Calif., Aug. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcohol Justice & Youth for Justice are pleased to announce the conclusion of the 10th annual Youth for Justice Summer Academy based at the Canal neighborhood headquarters of Alcohol Justice.
  • This year's Summer Academy took place from July 24 to August 3 and was very special as it was the 10th anniversary of the event.
  • "We are so grateful to have been able to celebrate our tenth year of providing such a unique summer camp for our Latino youth from the Canal neighborhood," stated Maite Duran, Youth for Justice Program Director.
  • Youth for Justice and Alcohol Justice appreciate ongoing generous funding from the Marin County Juvenile Probation Department that helps make the Youth for Justice Summer Academy possible.

Boxed Water™ Expands Tree Planting Program With One Tree Planted and the Urban Forestry Action Fund

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
San Francisco Bay Area, National Forest Foundation, Partnership, Atmosphere, Aluminium, ISO, Wildfire, Tree, Union Square, Fruit, Carbon, Climate change, Mission District, San Francisco, Urban forestry, Water, City, Fisherman's Wharf, Anthesis, Health, Life-cycle assessment, Environment, NFF, Forestry, Tunnel

HOLLAND, Mich., March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boxed Water Is Better® – the most sustainably packaged water alternative to single-use plastic bottles and aluminum cans – announced their plans today to partner with One Tree Planted and their Urban Forestry Action Fund, funding a diverse mix of urban forestry projects to help communities achieve tree equity.

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  • Boxed Water™'s tree planting partnership with One Tree Planted will help reduce the effect of dangerous urban heat islands, providing green spaces for communities most in need and enhancing air quality to improve human health.
  • We are thrilled to diversify our tree planting partnerships to include the incredible experts at One Tree Planted."
  • Boxed Water's efforts with One Tree Planted will kick off this April, starting with a street tree planting project in the Bay Area, California.
  • Boxed Water™ cartons are 92% plant based (including the cap), all sourced from sustainably harvested pines and tree pulp waste.

Illegal Pete’s Embraces Loyal Customers with Paytronix-Powered Program

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Monday, June 13, 2022
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Petes loyalty program offers 10 points for every dollar spent, as well as awards for registration, referrals, and birthdays.

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  • Petes loyalty program offers 10 points for every dollar spent, as well as awards for registration, referrals, and birthdays.
  • The new loyalty program will help Illegal Petes reward their best customers and learn more about their purchasing behavior, while ensuring that those same guests can interact with the brand in ways that suit them best.
  • The mobile app offers an easy way for guests to engage with the loyalty program while also giving Illegal Petes complete control over the online ordering channel.
  • Petes loyalty program is an opportunity to thank our customers, to get closer to them, and to give them more of what they love about our brand, said Pete Turner, founder and CEO, Illegal Petes.

MNB Holdings Corporation (OTCQB: MNBO), Holding Company of Mission National Bank, San Francisco, CA Announces Appointment of Director and Chief Executive Officer

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Tuesday, June 7, 2022
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MNB Holdings Corporation (OTCQB: MNBO) (the Company), holding company of Mission National Bank, San Francisco, CA (the Bank), is pleased to announce the appointment of Ray Skinner as a Director and CEO of Mission National Bank.

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  • MNB Holdings Corporation (OTCQB: MNBO) (the Company), holding company of Mission National Bank, San Francisco, CA (the Bank), is pleased to announce the appointment of Ray Skinner as a Director and CEO of Mission National Bank.
  • Ray Skinner is Chief Executive Officer of Mission National Bank.
  • Mission National Bank (MNB) was established in 1982 with a mission of serving the underserved.
  • MNB has been awarded the Bank Enterprise Award (BEA) in 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2020 by the Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) Fund.

Dwight Capital Finances Over $227.2MM in April 2022

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Wednesday, May 11, 2022
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Dwight financed a $49.8MM HUD 223(f) cash-out refinance for Highland Ridge Apartments , a 240-unit garden-style apartment community located in Lockport, IL.

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  • Dwight financed a $49.8MM HUD 223(f) cash-out refinance for Highland Ridge Apartments , a 240-unit garden-style apartment community located in Lockport, IL.
  • Dwight Capital LLC is one of the largest commercial real estate finance companies in the United States.
  • Dwight Capital is also one of the largest FHA/HUD lenders for multifamily and healthcare properties in the United States and services in excess of $10 billion of commercial real estate loans.
  • For more information about Dwight Capital, please visit: www.dwightcapital.com
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Cultura y Arte Nativa de las Americas & San Francisco Lowrider Council Showcase Weeklong San Francisco Cinco de Mayo Fun for Everyone

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Friday, April 22, 2022
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Thursday, May 5 Immersive Frida Kahlo Show is a Cinco de Mayo celebration benefit for the Cultural Arts Healing Center- Carnaval San Francisco.

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  • Thursday, May 5 Immersive Frida Kahlo Show is a Cinco de Mayo celebration benefit for the Cultural Arts Healing Center- Carnaval San Francisco.
  • The weeklong Cinco de Mayo Celebration is capped off with two San Francisco Lowrider Council events.
  • This is an annual San Francisco Lowrider Council fundraiser for John OConnell High School.
  • To donate, please visit: http://givebutter.com/6HtzZM
    To find out more about the weeklong San Francisco Cinco de Mayo Celebration, visit:
    May 1: Mission Food Hubs Fundraiser Bike Ride Out: www.Missionfoodhub.org
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MediThrive Plans to Donate 100% of Sales Proceeds to Benefit Ukrainian Families on Sunday

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Saturday, March 5, 2022
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MediThrive Dispensary and Delivery Service has partnered with 17+ cannabis brands in response to the Ukrainian crisis.

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  • MediThrive Dispensary and Delivery Service has partnered with 17+ cannabis brands in response to the Ukrainian crisis.
  • They plan to donate Sundays in-store and online sales proceeds to support people affected by the violence in Ukraine.
  • All cannabis sales proceeds collected will be donated to a non-profit organization whose fundraising efforts provide medical and humanitarian aid to those affected by the Russian military invasion in Ukraine.
  • On Sunday, March 6th, 2022, from 8 am to 10 pm, 100% of the sales proceeds will be donated to a non-profit organization dedicated to providing supplies for the benefit of families in Ukraine.

San Francisco Native & Artist Carlos Santana to Unveil the Santana Family Mural with Blessing & Dedication Ceremony at 24th & Mission BART Station Friday, October 29th at Noon

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Friday, October 29, 2021
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The long-awaited Mural Dedication, Ribbon-Cutting and Blessing Ceremony in honor of The SANTANA Family at 24th & Mission Street BART Plaza Southwest Station on Friday- October 29th at 12:00 Noon will express the wishes of the late patriarch Jorge Santana.

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  • The long-awaited Mural Dedication, Ribbon-Cutting and Blessing Ceremony in honor of The SANTANA Family at 24th & Mission Street BART Plaza Southwest Station on Friday- October 29th at 12:00 Noon will express the wishes of the late patriarch Jorge Santana.
  • In honor of Jorge Santana and The Santana Family (Photo: Business Wire)
    The mural honors the Santana Family members parents Josefina and Jose, two of their sons Carlos and Jorge and one of the grandchildren Salvador, son of Carlos.
  • The year-long mural project was painted by San Franciscos own award-winning artist Crayone and Mark Bode, depicting the sketch design provided by Randolph Bowes and Jorge Santana.
  • The mural dedication is part of a community movement to celebrate this amazing family, in the spirit of art, passion, and unity.

Asana Named to Fast Company’s Annual List of the Best Workplaces for Innovators

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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Asana, Inc. (NYSE: ASAN), a leading work management platform for teams, today announced it has been named #62 on Fast Companys third annual Best Workplaces for Innovators list , honoring businesses and organizations that demonstrate a deep commitment to encouraging innovation.

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  • Asana, Inc. (NYSE: ASAN), a leading work management platform for teams, today announced it has been named #62 on Fast Companys third annual Best Workplaces for Innovators list , honoring businesses and organizations that demonstrate a deep commitment to encouraging innovation.
  • The best ideas happen when everyone, regardless of background, tenure or title, is empowered to innovate, said Alex Hood, Chief Product Officer, Asana.
  • This newest list of the Best Workplaces for Innovators honors those organizations that found ways to collaborate and invent despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, ensuring employees were at the forefront.
  • Headquartered in San Francisco, CA, Asana has more than 100,000 paying customers and millions of free organizations across 190 countries.