Direct Relief

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/
    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.
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    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.

Walmart Foundation commits $1 million to support humanitarian aid in Gaza

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Sunday, November 26, 2023

Walmart, Inc. and the Walmart Foundation have continued to look for ways to support people impacted by the devastating violence in Israel and Gaza that has unfolded over the past month following the terrorist attacks by Hamas.

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  • Walmart, Inc. and the Walmart Foundation have continued to look for ways to support people impacted by the devastating violence in Israel and Gaza that has unfolded over the past month following the terrorist attacks by Hamas.
  • With the pause in fighting, the Walmart Foundation is committing $1 million to support Direct Relief , a nonprofit organization that will help provide emergency medical aid to civilians in Gaza as conditions permit.
  • This donation builds on the Walmart Foundation’s $1 million investment made earlier in Magen David Adom ’s emergency services work in Israel.
  • At Walmart and Sam’s Club we are working to ensure everyone feels they belong.

Direct Relief Awarded Top 100% Rating by Charity Navigator for Nonprofit Impact, Efficiency, and Transparency in 2023

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Charity Navigator, America's top independent nonprofit evaluator, has awarded Direct Relief a 2023 nonprofit rating of 100% for its impact, efficiency, and transparency.

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  • SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Charity Navigator, America's top independent nonprofit evaluator, has awarded Direct Relief a 2023 nonprofit rating of 100% for its impact, efficiency, and transparency.
  • Charity Navigator awards Direct Relief a 2023 nonprofit rating of 100% for impact and efficiency.
  • This recognition marks Direct Relief's 13th consecutive four-star rating and the first time it has been evaluated in Charity Navigator's Impact & Results beacon, where its 100% rating contributed to an overall perfect score across the key nonprofit performance indicators Charity Navigator assesses.
  • "We are delighted to provide Direct Relief with third-party accreditation that validates their operational excellence," said Michael Thatcher, President and CEO of Charity Navigator.

Teva to Provide Second Round of Funding to Clinics in California, Florida and New Jersey as Part of $2 Million Commitment Through Community Routes: Access to Mental Health Care Program

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

The second round of funding to the clinics in Florida, New Jersey and California underscores the commitment by Teva and its partners to expand access to mental health resources.

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  • The second round of funding to the clinics in Florida, New Jersey and California underscores the commitment by Teva and its partners to expand access to mental health resources.
  • “Over the past year, free clinics serving the most vulnerable patients were able to use these resources as a force multiplier for good.
  • "Through this partnership, we are able to help address the rising need for community-based mental health care for uninsured and underserved populations."
  • Nicole Lamoureux, President and CEO of NAFC said, “It is imperative that we continue to prioritize investment into mental health and behavioral programs.

Chroma Medicine Strengthens Leadership with the Appointment of Biotech Business Leader Michael A. Kelly to its Board of Directors

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

BOSTON, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chroma Medicine, Inc., (Chroma) a genomic medicine company pioneering single-dose epigenetic editing therapeutics, today announced the addition of innovative biotech business leader Michael A. Kelly to its Board of Directors.

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  • BOSTON, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chroma Medicine , Inc., (Chroma) a genomic medicine company pioneering single-dose epigenetic editing therapeutics, today announced the addition of innovative biotech business leader Michael A. Kelly to its Board of Directors.
  • "Michael brings decades of strategic finance and business operations experience to Chroma and builds on the deep expertise of our current board and leadership team.
  • We are excited to welcome him as we pursue the promise of epigenetic editing for patients," said Catherine Stehman-Breen, M.D., Chief Executive Officer of Chroma.
  • In addition to Chroma, he serves as an independent member on the boards of Prime Medicine, Amicus Therapeutics, DMC Global Inc., and NeoGenomics Laboratories.

SAC Health Wins National Award for Innovative Care in Vaccine Delivery

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

SAN BERNARDINO, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SAC Health was awarded the Innovation Award in Community Health: Addressing Infectious Disease in Underserved Communities. SAC Health was among 19 community health centers and free and charitable clinics in the U.S., which received the award from The Pfizer Foundation and Direct Relief. This award recognizes programs which are improving access to education and treatment for vaccine-preventable infectious diseases among medically underserved communities across the United States.

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  • SAN BERNARDINO, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SAC Health was awarded the Innovation Award in Community Health: Addressing Infectious Disease in Underserved Communities.
  • SAC Health was among 19 community health centers and free and charitable clinics in the U.S., which received the award from The Pfizer Foundation and Direct Relief.
  • SAC Health received $250,000 to support a two-year program aimed at providing quality care to at-risk populations and will implement the SAVE-IE program.
  • Information about the Innovations in Care Award winners, including project information and photos can be found at: www.directrelief.org/partnership/pfizer/#innovation .

CECO Environmental Announces Appointment of Laurie A. Siegel to its Board of Directors

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Monday, September 11, 2023

DALLAS, Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CECO Environmental Corp. (Nasdaq: CECO), a leading environmentally focused, diversified industrial company whose solutions protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment, today announced Laurie A. Siegel has joined its board of directors.

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  • DALLAS, Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CECO Environmental Corp. (Nasdaq: CECO), a leading environmentally focused, diversified industrial company whose solutions protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment, today announced Laurie A. Siegel has joined its board of directors.
  • In connection with Ms. Siegel's appointment to the Board, the Board also appointed her to the Compensation Committee of the Board.
  • Siegel brings more than 30 years of experience across diversified industrial companies, as well as leading consulting and advisory firms.
  • "We are pleased to welcome Laurie to the CECO organization, as her extensive background and broad industry experience makes her a tremendous asset to the company," said Jason DeZwirek, chairman, CECO Environmental.

Urban Health Plan Wins National Award for Innovative Care in Vaccine Delivery

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

BRONX, N.Y., Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Urban Health Plan today announced it has received the Innovation Award in Community Health: Addressing Infectious Disease in Underserved Communities.

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  • BRONX, N.Y., Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Urban Health Plan today announced it has received the Innovation Award in Community Health: Addressing Infectious Disease in Underserved Communities.
  • Urban Health Plan was among 19 community health centers and free and charitable clinics in the U.S., which received the award from The Pfizer Foundation and Direct Relief.
  • Urban Health Plan received $250,000 to support a two-year program aimed at providing quality care to at-risk populations.
  • Specifically, Urban Health Plan will use the award grant to fund "Activate, Vaccinate" a vaccination program that will deliver vaccine administration to its patients.

Bayer Donates $500K to Support Maui Community After Devastating Fires

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023

In the aftermath of the devastating fires that have affected the Maui community, Bayer stands in solidarity with those impacted and offers heartfelt condolences for the losses endured.

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  • In the aftermath of the devastating fires that have affected the Maui community, Bayer stands in solidarity with those impacted and offers heartfelt condolences for the losses endured.
  • With roots spanning more than 50 years in Maui County, Bayer is firmly committed to providing immediate relief and sustained support for recovery and rebuilding.
  • "We are grateful to be a part of the Maui community and are fully committed to providing support during this unprecedented time," stated Alan Takemoto, Government Affairs Lead, Bayer Hawaii.
  • As the journey toward recovery continues, Bayer remains dedicated to standing by the Maui community for years to come.

MyGiftStop.com celebrates over $76,000 in donations to humanitarian relief efforts across the world

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

The company works with the charity, Direct Relief , which is a highly regarded charity that provides humanitarian relief around the world in the event of natural disaster.

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  • The company works with the charity, Direct Relief , which is a highly regarded charity that provides humanitarian relief around the world in the event of natural disaster.
  • From the beginning, Zhu and his wife wanted to work with a charity that had a broad reach, so his donations could benefit as many people as possible.
  • As the company celebrates six years of service they are also proud to announce they have received over 4,000 positive reviews.
  • The donations sent to Direct Relief are handled entirely by the team at My Gift Stop, so all the customer has to focus on is finding the right gifts to purchase.