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Washington Trust Recognizes Employees at Annual Celebration

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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WESTERLY, R.I., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Washington Trust recently recognized six employees for their exceptional leadership, teamwork, and community service during the company's annual Employee Fest. To celebrate the employees, the Washington Trust Charitable Foundation made donations totaling $6,000 to local nonprofit organizations chosen by the award winners.

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  • WESTERLY, R.I., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Washington Trust recently recognized six employees for their exceptional leadership, teamwork, and community service during the company's annual Employee Fest.
  • To celebrate the employees, the Washington Trust Charitable Foundation made donations totaling $6,000 to local nonprofit organizations chosen by the award winners.
  • "We are proud to honor these outstanding employees for their extraordinary service," said Edward O.
  • The Spirit of Washington Trust Award was presented to the following employees for customer service excellence, teamwork, high standards of performance, dedication, and service to others:
    Spirit of Washington Trust Award: Peter Curtis, Senior Documentation Specialist, Loan Operations, directed a $1,000 donation to St. Michael's School in Pawcatuck, CT
    Spirit of Washington Trust Award: Jenny Mistrik, Officer and Westerly McQuade's Branch Manager, directed a $1,000 donation to the Frank Olean Center in Westerly, RI
    Spirit of Washington Trust Award: Diane Lynch, Vice President, Consumer Lending, directed a $1,000 donation to the Down Syndrome Society of Rhode Island in Warwick, RI
    In 2023, Washington Trust employees volunteered more than 8,100 hours of their time with local nonprofit organizations.

Lathrop GPM Promotes Vanessa Vaughn West to Chief Culture, Diversity and Engagement Officer

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lathrop GPM LLP is proud to announce that Vanessa Vaughn West has been promoted to Chief Culture, Diversity and Engagement Officer. In her expanded role, Vaughn West will take on leadership of the firm's efforts to cultivate a positive and inclusive work environment that fosters professional growth, career development and engagement, to maximize firmwide retention and satisfaction, fostering Lathrop GPM's reputation as a great place to work. She will also continue to lead the firm's DEI strategy.

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  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lathrop GPM LLP is proud to announce that Vanessa Vaughn West has been promoted to Chief Culture, Diversity and Engagement Officer.
  • "We are thrilled to have Vanessa serve as Lathrop GPM's Chief Culture, Diversity and Engagement Officer," said Courtney Landon, Chief Operating Officer.
  • An active community volunteer, West currently serves on the Board of Directors for the University of Missouri Alumni Association.
  • Prior to joining Lathrop GPM, she held positions with the City of Olathe, UMB Financial Corporation, and El Centro, Inc.

Amesite Announces Strategic Five-Year Partnership to Expand Workforce Development with Joliet Junior College

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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DETROIT, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Amesite Inc. (NASDAQ: AMST), a leading artificial intelligence software company offering a cloud-based learning platform for business and education markets, announces a five-year partnership with Joliet Junior College (JJC).

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  • DETROIT, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Amesite Inc. (NASDAQ: AMST), a leading artificial intelligence software company offering a cloud-based learning platform for business and education markets, announces a five-year partnership with Joliet Junior College (JJC).
  • "Partnering with Amesite allows us to grow our educational capabilities and reach," said Dave Lantz, Manager, Corporate & Community Services at JJC.
  • Amesite CEO Dr. Ann Marie Sastry commented, "JJC is our fourth announced win since launching our no setup-fee offer.
  • Proudly recognized as the first community college in the United States, JJC continues to set the example as an affordable, quality institution dedicated to student learning.

ALS community calls on the Ontario government to invest $6.6 million in Budget 2024 to address urgent disparities in access to ALS services and care

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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“The progressive nature of ALS is relentless, resulting in an increased amount of care and equipment required over time.

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  • “The progressive nature of ALS is relentless, resulting in an increased amount of care and equipment required over time.
  • This includes critical areas such as providing essential patient equipment and community-based support services,” says Tammy Moore, CEO of ALS Canada.
  • Formation of a secretariat to oversee and coordinate ALS care and facilitate comprehensive data collection, efficient knowledge dissemination, and strategic system planning.
  • Develop a regional strategy to provide equitable and accessible ALS care in northern and rural Ontario, ensuring that people living with ALS receive timely care regardless of their geographic location.

TopLine Financial Credit Union Members and Employees Bring Comfort to Those in Need This Winter

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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TopLine members and employees generously donated winter gear items of youth and adult size jackets, boots, gloves, hats, scarves, socks and more to help bring warmth to those in need in our local communities.

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  • TopLine members and employees generously donated winter gear items of youth and adult size jackets, boots, gloves, hats, scarves, socks and more to help bring warmth to those in need in our local communities.
  • TopLine and community members could also purchase items from our Amazon Wishlist or Target Registry and have them delivered directly to TopLine, and in return we delivered to our charitable partners.
  • When the program ended TopLine employees and members had donated over 603 winter gear drive items and $830 in cash to assist local individuals and families.
  • TopLine Financial Credit Union , a Twin Cities-based credit union, is Minnesota’s 11th largest credit union, with assets of nearly $800 million and serves over 51,000 members.

Toronto Pearson awards $770,000 in funding to nine local organizations committed to breaking employment barriers

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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TORONTO, Feb. 29, 2024 /CNW/ - Toronto Pearson is thrilled to announce that nine local organizations will share a total of $770,000 in funding aimed at breaking down barriers to employment and cultivating opportunities for communities that neighbour the airport.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 29, 2024 /CNW/ - Toronto Pearson is thrilled to announce that nine local organizations will share a total of $770,000 in funding aimed at breaking down barriers to employment and cultivating opportunities for communities that neighbour the airport.
  • YWCA Toronto: The Digital Awareness Ready for Employment (DARE) project will provide training in digital literacy for the workplace.
  • In 2022 alone, the airport invested $387,000 to support local residents with employment training and helped fill hundreds of jobs.
  • "We look forward to working with these great organizations to help break down barriers to employment opportunities for residents in communities around the airport," she added.

A LOVELY DAY FOR A GUINNESS: Iconic Irish Brewer Gears Up for an Unforgettable St.Patrick's (Sun)Day

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The official countdown to Mar. 17 is on! While every day is a lovely day for a Guinness, there's no day quite like St. Patrick's Day. That's why this year, the iconic Irish brewer is getting ready for an unparalleled celebration, and guess what day it falls on? Sunday!

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  • While every day is a lovely day for a Guinness, there's no day quite like St. Patrick's Day.
  • That's why this year, the iconic Irish brewer is getting ready for an unparalleled celebration, and guess what day it falls on?
  • The truth is any day can be a lovely day for a Guinness, but if you ask us, St. Patrick's Day is the most magical time of year."
  • This St. Patrick's Day, Guinness has big plans to bring our friends, families and communities together.

Minority Business Development Institute (MBDI) Celebrates Industry Pillars, and Support for Diverse Businesses at Inaugural Gala, and Announces 2024 Plans

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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Highlights of the inaugural event included MBDI recognizing 42 MWBE and SDVOB business owners, to whom MBDI awarded full tuition scholarships for an advanced leadership development program sponsored by The Travelers.

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  • Highlights of the inaugural event included MBDI recognizing 42 MWBE and SDVOB business owners, to whom MBDI awarded full tuition scholarships for an advanced leadership development program sponsored by The Travelers.
  • We could not have grown to deliver millions in scope safely and successfully within our first 2 years of starting without the support of MBDI."
  • Banks may now accrue "Community Service" by donating to non-profits like MBDI that "provide technical assistance to qualifying small businesses."
  • "This grant paired with MBDI's program embodies advancement, parity and opportunity to help entrepreneurs in skilled trades grow their business."

Media Advisory: Labour Council and Community Partners to Host “Fund Our City” Rally Before Toronto Council Budget Vote

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Monday, February 12, 2024
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TORONTO, Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On February 14th, City of Toronto Budget day, Toronto & York Region Labour Council and community partners will host a rally to encourage City Council to support the Mayor’s budget, fund services, and invest in a caring city for all.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On February 14th, City of Toronto Budget day, Toronto & York Region Labour Council and community partners will host a rally to encourage City Council to support the Mayor’s budget, fund services, and invest in a caring city for all.
  • The rally will take place at 9 am in Nathan Phillips Square.
  • Rally organizers include: Progress Toronto, Social Planning Toronto, YWCA Toronto, TTCRiders, Toronto ACORN, The Neighbourhood Group Community Services, Policing-Free Schools, Scarborough Civic Action Network, Toronto Community Benefits Network, CUPE Local 79, Climate Fast, North York Harvest Food Bank, Climate Action for Lifelong Learners, Toronto Environmental Alliance, and Toronto & York Region Labour Council.
  • Speakers will speak about transit, housing and shelters, healthy communities, climate action, and the working people that make Toronto what it is.

Tri Counties Bank Funds CAPK’s VITA Program in Kern County for $25,000

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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Tri Counties Bank announced a donation of $25,000 to the Community Action Partnership of Kern (CAPK), which will fund the 2024 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program in Kern County and place a VITA expert in two Tri Counties Bank branches during the 2024 tax season.

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  • Tri Counties Bank announced a donation of $25,000 to the Community Action Partnership of Kern (CAPK), which will fund the 2024 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program in Kern County and place a VITA expert in two Tri Counties Bank branches during the 2024 tax season.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240130920224/en/
    Tri Counties Bank presents a $25,000 check to Community Action Partnership of Kern (CAPK), for the 2024 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.
  • The VITA program, which has been operated by the IRS for over 50 years, offers free tax help year-round to people who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns, including:
    “Without the support of Tri Counties Bank, the VITA program would not be able to expand throughout the low-income communities of Kern County,” said Jacquelyn Guerra, VITA Program Manager for CAPK.
  • All tax preparation services are being provided by Volunteer Income Tax Assistance through Community Action Partners of Kern.