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More Than 1,500 Las Vegas Neighbors Receive Hot Meals and Free Groceries

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Sunday, February 11, 2024

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LAS VEGAS, Feb. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Current and retired NFL athletes and celebrities in Las Vegas for the big game joined He Gets Us, the movement raising the relevance of Jesus in modern culture, in an inner-city neighborhood on Saturday, Feb. 10, for a day of service that brought hot meals, free groceries, and family-friendly football-themed fun to a community in need. More than 1,500 residents attended the 'Hey Neighbor' event held at LV Reach, which is a community center focused on serving one of the most socioeconomic disadvantaged areas of Las Vegas.

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More than 1,500 residents attended the 'Hey Neighbor' event held at LV Reach, which is a community center focused on serving one of the most socioeconomic disadvantaged areas of Las Vegas.
Attendees received hot lunch from The Salvation Army food trucks and from Wahlburgers, with celebrity chef and owner Paul Wahlberg manning the grill.
Families and individuals took home 35,000 pounds of pre-bagged groceries and an onsite resource center helped connect neighbors to essential services such as healthcare, dental care, transportation, and food assistance.
"Loving on our neighbors like we did today is what the message of He Gets Us and Jesus is all about."

TeamSnap Supercharges Innovation and Growth with Acquisition of MOJO Sports

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

CHICAGO, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TeamSnap, the leading provider of sports management software and the online community for everything youth sports, today announced that it has acquired MOJO Sports ("MOJO"), an innovative youth sports media platform that provides coaching instruction resources, sports team management tools, live video streaming, and multimedia content sharing to coaches, athletes, and families.

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With the acquisition of MOJO, TeamSnap is redefining the relationship between youth sports and technology.
Discover the transformative impact of this acquisition for TeamSnap and MOJO app users, TeamSnap for Business customers, and partners at: www.teamsnap.com/mojo .
Their professional league and club partnerships, video streaming platform and coach development tools will add compelling new value to our TeamSnap community," said Peter Frintzilas, CEO of TeamSnap.
MOJO, a TeamSnap company, launched today and the MOJO app and its content will continue to be available to its 5 million users worldwide.

EyeCare4Kids Receives $100,000 Grant from the Why Not You Foundation and CommonSpirit Health

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

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SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EyeCare4Kids was selected as a recipient of a $100,000 grant from Denver Broncos' quarterback, Russell Wilson, and his talented singer-songwriter wife, Ciara, in partnership with CommonSpirit Health. The joint contribution via the couple's Why Not You Foundation is part of their commitment to contribute $1 million to 10 charitable organizations in Colorado and Utah. EyeCare4Kids plans to use this generous award from the 2023 CommonSpirit Equity Fund to provide underserved children and families across the state of Utah with professional eye care services and eyeglasses.

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SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EyeCare4Kids was selected as a recipient of a $100,000 grant from Denver Broncos' quarterback, Russell Wilson, and his talented singer-songwriter wife, Ciara, in partnership with CommonSpirit Health.
EyeCare4Kids plans to use this generous award from the 2023 CommonSpirit Equity Fund to provide underserved children and families across the state of Utah with professional eye care services and eyeglasses.
Dr. Oswaldo Grenardo, SVP and Chief Clinical Officer and Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer of CommonSpirit Health, was also on hand to congratulate the grantees.
Joseph Carbone, founder of EyeCare4Kids, conveyed his heartfelt thanks to CommonSpirit Health and the Why Not You Foundation.

QB United Nonprofit Debuts to Support Charitable Initiatives; Launches Global Suicide Prevention Awareness Campaign as its First with 57 NFL Quarterback Greats

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- QB United , a new charitable organization, officially announced its debut today with an unprecedented group of 57 current and past NFL quarterback champions committed to its first global awareness campaign supporting suicide prevention and mental health.

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NEW YORK, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- QB United , a new charitable organization, officially announced its debut today with an unprecedented group of 57 current and past NFL quarterback champions committed to its first global awareness campaign supporting suicide prevention and mental health.
Two-time NFL Super Bowl champion Jeff Hostetler, QB United's founding member and spokesman, expressed how unprecedented this collective movement is.
This unified voice is going to attack suicide, which has reached historic levels, by bringing awareness, hope, and ultimately healing.
QB United also is partnering with several leading suicide prevention organizations for the campaign, including: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and American Foundation for Suicide Prevention .

CommonSpirit Health Colorado/Kansas/Utah Division Distributes $5 Million in Grants

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

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(CENTENNIAL, COLO.), Aug. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The CommonSpirit Health Colorado/Kansas/Utah Division announced today that 48 organizations will receive funds through its $5 million Health Equity & Advancement Fund.

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(CENTENNIAL, COLO.), Aug. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The CommonSpirit Health Colorado/Kansas/Utah Division announced today that 48 organizations will receive funds through its $5 million Health Equity & Advancement Fund.
The program, which was created in 2021 and has awarded more than $11 million to date, helps support local organizations that meet the mental health, food security, and social justice and health equity needs in Colorado, Kansas and Utah.
Patients who visit one of these facilities will begin to see the transition to the CommonSpirit name.
The Colorado nonprofits awarded grants include:
Advocates for Victims of Assault, Inc – Frisco

Indiva Announces Shareholder Meeting Results

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Thursday, July 20, 2023

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Indiva Limited (the "Company" or "Indiva") (TSXV:NDVA), the leading Canadian producer of cannabis edibles and other cannabis products, is pleased to announce the results of its annual general meeting of shareholders (the "Meeting").

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Indiva Limited (the "Company" or "Indiva") (TSXV:NDVA), the leading Canadian producer of cannabis edibles and other cannabis products, is pleased to announce the results of its annual general meeting of shareholders (the "Meeting").
At the Meeting, Indiva shareholders approved: (i) the re-election of the seven nominated directors, being Niel Marotta, Andre Lafleche, Hugh Hamish Sutherland, John Marotta, James Yersh, Russell Wilson and Rachel Goldman; (ii) the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the Company's auditors; and (iii) the adoption of the Company's amended and restated omnibus incentive plan (the "Plan").
The resolutions are fully described in the management information circular dated June 5, 2023 related to the Meeting, which can be found under the Company's SEDAR profile at www.sedar.com .
The Plan has been amended in order to increase the maximum number of common shares in the capital of the Company (the "Common Shares") reserved for issuance, in the aggregate, pursuant to the settlement of restricted share units granted under the Plan from 4,800,000 Common Shares to 12,000,000 Common Shares.

Hudson And The House Of LR&C Open First Airport Location For The Company

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Travelers passing through DEN can experience the innovative and sustainable approach to retail that The House of LR&C delivers.

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Travelers passing through DEN can experience the innovative and sustainable approach to retail that The House of LR&C delivers.
Located in Concourse C, the 500-square-foot store is designed to make shopping for sustainable fashion easier, more experiential, and better for the planet and its people.
“More than ever, we’re hearing from our travelers that they are looking for products that are ethically and responsibly made.
“It’s a big win to have The House of LR&C’s Good Man Brand at DEN,” said DEN CEO Phil Washington.

Hudson And The House Of LR&C Open First Airport Location For The Company

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230719058366/en/

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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230719058366/en/
Travelers passing through DEN can experience the innovative and sustainable approach to retail that The House of LR&C delivers.
Located in Concourse C, the 500-square-foot store is designed to make shopping for sustainable fashion easier, more experiential, and better for the planet and its people.
“More than ever, we’re hearing from our travelers that they are looking for products that are ethically and responsibly made.
“It’s a big win to have The House of LR&C’s Good Man Brand at DEN,” said DEN CEO Phil Washington.

V Foundation Raises Over $4.2 Million for Cancer Research at the 2nd Annual Sonoma Epicurean Weekend

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Monday, March 13, 2023

The V Foundation for Cancer Research raised over $4.2 million at the 2nd Annual Sonoma Epicurean weekend, March 9 – 12, in Sonoma County’s renowned wine country.

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The V Foundation for Cancer Research raised over $4.2 million at the 2nd Annual Sonoma Epicurean weekend, March 9 – 12, in Sonoma County’s renowned wine country.
Proceeds from the event fund cancer research and related programs to benefit the V Foundation for Cancer Research.
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The V Foundation’s wine country events in Sonoma County and Napa Valley have raised over $145 million for cancer research over the last 24 years.
Overall, the V Foundation for Cancer Research has funded over $310 million in cancer research grants.

Master Spas proudly sponsors broadcast of annual Bart Starr Award presentation

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Thursday, February 16, 2023

PHOENIX, Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Master Spas, a leading manufacturer of hot tubs and swim spas, is the proud broadcast sponsor of the "The Athletes in Action Bart Starr Award Special."

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PHOENIX, Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Master Spas, a leading manufacturer of hot tubs and swim spas, is the proud broadcast sponsor of the "The Athletes in Action Bart Starr Award Special."
"We are thrilled to have been a part of this amazing event," says Terry Valmassoi, President and CEO of Master Spas.
"The Athletes in Action Bart Starr Award Special presented by Master Spas" is a 30-minute special that will air on select CBS stations on Saturday, Feb. 18 and Sunday, Feb. 19.
Master Spas is the broadcast sponsor of the "The Bart Starr Award Special" and is committed to promoting wellness and a healthy lifestyle through the use of their products.