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SECU Foundation Welcomes 16 Non-profits to Mission Development Grant Program With $640,000 in Awards

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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Several grantees shared their gratitude and how the grant will impact their organization:

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  • Several grantees shared their gratitude and how the grant will impact their organization:
    Wake County: Designed For Joy Co-Founder and Creative Director Kristen Sydow said, “Designed For Joy is thrilled to be part of the SECU Foundation Mission Development Grant program this year.
  • What we appreciate the most is that SECU Foundation not only talks the talk, but they walk the walk.
  • The SECU Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization funded by the contributions of SECU members, promotes local community development in North Carolina primarily through high-impact projects in the areas of housing, education, healthcare, and human services.
  • Since 2004, SECU Foundation has made a collective financial commitment of over $258 million for initiatives to benefit North Carolinians statewide.

Chasing Our Tails: Get Joy Unveils Startling Findings in Dog Wellness and Nutrition Survey

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
Pets, Consumer, Socialization, Overweight, Health, DVM, Obesity, Longevity, Prevalence, Exercise, Nutrition, Probiotic, Diabetes, Education, Knowledge, Perception, Sleep, Holism, Research, Cancer, Food, Overalls, Dog, Diet, Joy, Wellness, Research report, Pet, Multimedia, Family, Parent, Pet industry

Get Joy , a pioneer in holistic dog wellness, is unveiling a new research report titled "Chasing our Tails: When it Comes to Maximizing our Dog’s Health and Wellness, Are We Just Running in Circles?"

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  • Get Joy , a pioneer in holistic dog wellness, is unveiling a new research report titled "Chasing our Tails: When it Comes to Maximizing our Dog’s Health and Wellness, Are We Just Running in Circles?"
  • Tom Arrix, founder and CEO of Get Joy, identifies with this paradox, stating “My life took a profound turn when our family dog Cooper battled lymphoma.
  • In light of these findings, Get Joy urges dog owners to reassess their approach to nutrition and prioritize fresh, whole foods that promote gut health.
  • Get Joy is committed to further research and advancing canine wellness through education and advocacy, empowering dog owners with the knowledge and resources they need.

BERNINA of America Celebrates National Serger Month with Brand New Web Series

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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AURORA, Ill., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In honor of April's National Serger Month, BERNINA of America, the leading sewing, longarm, and serger manufacturer, is pleased to announce the launch of a brand new web series, The Joy of Serging. This innovative and informational series will be led by Pam Mahshie, Business Manager for Overlocker Machines for BERNINA of America, and Gail Yellen, owner of Gail Patrice Design.

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  • AURORA, Ill., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In honor of April's National Serger Month, BERNINA of America , the leading sewing, longarm, and serger manufacturer, is pleased to announce the launch of a brand new web series, The Joy of Serging.
  • This innovative and informational series will be led by Pam Mahshie, Business Manager for Overlocker Machines for BERNINA of America, and Gail Yellen, owner of Gail Patrice Design .
  • In line with the mission to make serger machines accessible to all makers, BERNINA of America has introduced the L 890 Quilters Edition .
  • The machine can be purchased directly through the BERNINA USA website or at select BERNINA authorized dealers .

KEEN Launches "World's Cleanest Shoe" Campaign, Invests In Consciously Created Shoemaking for 2024

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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PORTLAND, Ore., April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As Consciously Creating, pioneering shoemakers, KEEN envisions a shoe industry that has a positive impact on lives. Now, 20+ years after its founding and 10 years after starting its journey to eliminate PFAS, KEEN is recommitting to its mission of making the World's Cleanest Shoes. This means galvanizing why the brand exists and investing in partnerships and processes that will make an even bigger difference in the decades ahead, including a multi-year partnership with environmental educator and filmmaker Max Romey.

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  • The truth is that traditional shoemaking is harmful to the planet and people, yet has remained unchanged for decades.
  • In 2023, KEEN organized its efforts for greatest impact around three Kore Value System Pillars: People, Planet, and Product.
  • Product: At KEEN, Consciously Creating means harvesting better materials, sourcing ethically, detoxing the planet, and making for life.
  • As it looks ahead to the next decade, KEEN is investing in momentous partnerships and processes to push the boundaries of Consciously Created shoemaking.

Should Distracted Driving Laws Apply to Your Dog? Erie Insurance Survey Shows Americans Equally Divided on the Issue

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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ERIE, Pa. , April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Laws restricting cell phone usage to prevent distracted driving are becoming more commonplace. But what about legislation designed to address another common distraction in your car—your cute fluffy dog? That was the focus of a recent survey commissioned by Erie Insurance and conducted online by The Harris Poll, which documented that a vast majority of dog owners with a driver's license (92%) take their dogs in the car with them.  

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  • ERIE, Pa. , April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Laws restricting cell phone usage to prevent distracted driving are becoming more commonplace.
  • According to a study conducted by Volvo in 2019, drivers with unrestrained dogs were distracted more than 10% of the total driving time.
  • According to the Erie Insurance survey, the majority of dogs (69%) sit in the back seat when they're in the car.
  • Rather, Erie Insurance wants to spotlight a potential safety risk this Distracted Driving Awareness Month by providing tips for a safer, more relaxing ride with your pup.

PetSafe® donates nearly $100,000 to pet shelters for predicting the winner of the "Big Game"

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Monday, February 12, 2024
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As part of this celebration, PetSafe® unleashed "Field Goals of Joy" by recruiting pet shelters and their pets to participate in the "Big Game" by taking videos of their MVPs (most valuable pets), picking the winner, and posting them on social media.

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  • As part of this celebration, PetSafe® unleashed "Field Goals of Joy" by recruiting pet shelters and their pets to participate in the "Big Game" by taking videos of their MVPs (most valuable pets), picking the winner, and posting them on social media.
  • In doing so, the participating shelters received $1000 worth of PetSafe® products for every field goal kicked.
  • In all, fourteen animal shelters participated, and seven field goals were scored, totaling $98,000 worth of PetSafe® products awarded to the shelters.
  • The shelters that participated are:
    Kentucky Humane Society, Beaver County Humane Society, Lancaster Animal Care Center, Cedar Bend Humane Society, Monadnock Humane Society, Southern Pines Animal Shelter, Gulf Coast Humane Society, Dakin Humane Society, Richmond Animal League, Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley, Saving Grace Pet Adoption, Longmont Humane Society, Humane Society of Marshall County, SPCA of Hancock County

Weekly Recap: 13 Press Releases You Might Have Missed

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Friday, February 9, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists and consumers stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire.
  • To help journalists and consumers stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.
  • From the commercials to the food and beyond, catch up on all the Big Game press releases from PR Newswire before kickoff on Sunday.
  • These are just a few of the recent press releases that consumers and the media should know about.

The #JOMO is Real: Frito-Lay Predicts Couches and Comfort as the MVPs of Game Day

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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PLANO, Texas, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The first-ever Super Bowl in Las Vegas will be among the year's most exciting cultural moments – but for a staggering 81% of Americans, watching it all from the couch is much better. Frito-Lay's annual Super Bowl Snack Index today reveals an uptick in symptoms of #JOMO (Joy of Missing Out), as nearly half of Americans also admit they will prioritize watching the game surrounded by their favorite foods over large social gatherings with friends.

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  • We are dedicated to understanding consumer behaviors to ensure they have the options they want and every meal is joyful.
  • "Whether Americans choose to enjoy it with a quiet evening or at a large social gathering, it's clear that culinary creations will rule the day.
  • From pregame party prep to the postgame pout, Frito-Lay's Super Bowl Snack Index is back with the most important Super Bowl party and food insights.
  • More than half (51%) will kick off their game day preparations at least a week in advance.

IHOP® Announces Nationwide Community Platform, Stacking Up Joy, Designed to Bring People Together

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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Today, IHOP® announced the launch of Stacking Up Joy, a nationwide platform designed to bring people together in the communities its restaurants serve.

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  • Today, IHOP® announced the launch of Stacking Up Joy, a nationwide platform designed to bring people together in the communities its restaurants serve.
  • IHOP’s Stacking Up Joy is a brand-wide effort sustained at every level of the business.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240201102499/en/
    Actress and Loyal IHOP Guest Xochitl Gomez Joins IHOP’s Month of Giving and Annual National Pancake Day Returning on February 13.
  • Guests will be invited to add $1, $2, $3 or more onto their checks in restaurant or when ordering online.

SM Group honored with 20 awards for Excellence in Communications

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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PASAY CITY, Philippines, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The SM Group, led by SM Investments Corporation, with BDO Unibank, Inc., SM Foundation Inc., and SM Supermalls, won 20 awards for excellence in communications at the prestigious 20th Philippine Quill Awards.

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  • PASAY CITY, Philippines, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The SM Group, led by SM Investments Corporation, with BDO Unibank, Inc., SM Foundation Inc., and SM Supermalls, won 20 awards for excellence in communications at the prestigious 20th Philippine Quill Awards.
  • SM Investments won awards for its 2022 Integrated Report, Enhanced Digital Communications Strategy and SM Brand Refresh.
  • SM Foundation clinched Excellence Awards for the following projects: Revitalizing the SM Foundation Brand: Embracing the Joy of Social Good, Inclusivity, and Engagement; Spreading Social Good to Inspire and Strengthen a Nation and #SpreadingSocialGood Stories Online.
  • SM Supermalls was recognized for the following campaigns, AweSM SuperKids Zone at Roblox and SM Supermalls: You're Always Welcome Here.