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President Biden Joins AmeriCorps Members for MLK Day of Service

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

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Washington, DC, Jan. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On Monday, Jan. 15, President Biden, AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith, Mayor Cherelle L. Parker and AmeriCorps members spent the Martin Luther King, Jr., National Day of Service in Philadelphia, Pa., at Philabundance .

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Washington, DC, Jan. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On Monday, Jan. 15, President Biden, AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith, Mayor Cherelle L. Parker and AmeriCorps members spent the Martin Luther King, Jr., National Day of Service in Philadelphia, Pa., at Philabundance .
This year, in more than 20 states nationwide, MLK Day of Service projects focused on bringing communities together while inspiring a new generation to engage in community service year-round.
MLK Day is the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service to encourage all Americans to volunteer to improve their communities.
Each year, the agency places more than 200,000 AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers in intensive service roles; and empowers millions more to serve as long-term, short-term, or one-time volunteers.

Bradford White supports Philabundance in fight against hunger with $10,000 donation

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

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AMBLER, Pa., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bradford White Corporation, an industry-leading American manufacturer of water heaters, boilers and storage tanks, is providing critical support for the fight against hunger this holiday season with a $10,000 contribution to Philabundance.

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AMBLER, Pa., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bradford White Corporation , an industry-leading American manufacturer of water heaters, boilers and storage tanks, is providing critical support for the fight against hunger this holiday season with a $10,000 contribution to Philabundance .
Bradford White also donated to the Philabundance Camp Out for Hunger food drive event and will also be hosting food drives throughout the year to support the urgent need in the region.
"The holidays can be stressful for members of our community who are struggling financially," said Rebecca Owens, senior manager of communications at Bradford White.
The organization's mission is to drive hunger from our communities today and to end hunger for good.

WSFS Bank Joins Forces with Sharing Excess and Sunday Breakfast Mission to Battle Food Insecurity Across the Region

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

WSFS Bank, the primary subsidiary of WSFS Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: WSFS), today announced the launch of its annual Food Drive to combat food insecurity across the Greater Philadelphia and Delaware region.

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WSFS Bank, the primary subsidiary of WSFS Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: WSFS), today announced the launch of its annual Food Drive to combat food insecurity across the Greater Philadelphia and Delaware region.
WSFS officially kicked off the Food Drive today at WSFS Bank Center in Wilmington, Del., with the Sunday Breakfast Mission, and at WSFS Bank Place in Philadelphia with Sharing Excess, encouraging Associates to bring nonperishable donations to help jumpstart the Food Drive.
Community food donations to Sunday Breakfast Mission make up the vast majority of the food that is provided to families with low income.
In 2022, WSFS donated more than 53,000 pounds of food to Sharing Excess and the Sunday Breakfast Mission thanks to the generosity of its Communities.

Sun East Joins 13 Area Credit Unions and Area Legislators to Deliver 2,834 Pounds of Food and a Monetary Donation of $26,290 to Philabundance

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

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ASTON, Pa., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, representatives from 14 credit unions, along with area legislators, delivered 2,834 pounds of non-perishable food items and a monetary donation of $26,290 to Philabundance's South Philadelphia warehouse.

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ASTON, Pa., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, representatives from 14 credit unions, along with area legislators, delivered 2,834 pounds of non-perishable food items and a monetary donation of $26,290 to Philabundance's South Philadelphia warehouse.
The credit unions' branches and legislators' offices served as drop-off sites for food donations from members and constituents.
The credit unions worked closely with Philabundance to highlight what types of food were most needed and received an overwhelming response from the community.
Loree Jones, president of Philabundance expressed her gratitude for the credit unions' continued support, emphasizing, "Collaboration is one of our key values.

Ahold Delhaize USA Names John Ruane as President, The GIANT Company

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Thursday, July 20, 2023

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SALISBURY, N.C., July 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ahold Delhaize USA today announced that John Ruane has been named president of The GIANT Company.

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SALISBURY, N.C., July 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ahold Delhaize USA today announced that John Ruane has been named president of The GIANT Company.
“We have been fortunate to have John lead The GIANT Company as interim president during a time of transition, and we are excited about this next step in his career,” said JJ Fleeman, chief executive officer, Ahold Delhaize USA.
He later joined Pathmark and held positions of increasing responsibility at retail and in merchandising before joining Ahold Delhaize USA companies in 2011 and The GIANT Company in 2018.
“I’m honored and grateful for the opportunity to serve as president of The GIANT Company,” Ruane said.

Koppers Holdings Names Andrew D. Sandifer to Board

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023

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PITTSBURGH, March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Koppers Holdings Inc. (NYSE: KOP), an integrated global provider of treated wood products, wood treatment chemicals, and carbon compounds, today announced that the company has increased the size of its Board of Directors from eight to nine members and has elected Andrew D. Sandifer as a director of the company, effective March 20, 2023.

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Mr. Sandifer currently serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at FMC Corporation, a global agricultural sciences company.
Mr. Sandifer brings to the board broad international business experience and his expertise spans multiple industry sectors, with an emphasis on technology-driven product and materials businesses.
Chairman of the Board Stephen Tritch commented, "After a thorough, nationwide process, I am pleased that we arrived at the selection of Andrew Sandifer as the newest Koppers Board member.
I believe that he will bring a fresh perspective to our Board discussions, which is always helpful in arriving at the best outcomes for Koppers shareholders."

GoodPop Partners with Good Deeds Day Movement to Lead Acts of Kindness in the U.S.

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GoodPop®, the leading better for you frozen treat brand that exists to do good in the world, announces its partnership with Good Deeds Day, the global movement that encourages good deeds, celebrated on April 16, 2023. This year, GoodPop will lead efforts to expand the movement in the United States.

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This year, GoodPop will lead efforts to expand the movement in the United States.
To sign up for a local event or host one, visit Good Deeds Day U.S.
"Our focus at GoodPop is making the world a brighter place with more generosity and acts of kindness which is so naturally aligned to Good Deeds Day," said Daniel Goetz, founder and CEO, GoodPop.
"We can't think of a better partner to lead this movement in the US and inspire acts of goodness across the country."
Good Deeds Day events in the U.S. scheduled for April 16, 2023 include:
Austin, TX—GoodPop will host a clean up event with Keep Austin Beautiful.

Wawa Extends “SchwarberFest,” In-App Offer of $5 Shortis® and $6 Classics and Takes it to the Next Level by Adding Hot Turkey Hoagies to Promotion and More Funds to Fight Hunger

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

In addition, Wawa will make a second donation of $25,000 to Philabundance to double down on the companys commitment to striking out hunger.

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In addition, Wawa will make a second donation of $25,000 to Philabundance to double down on the companys commitment to striking out hunger.
Customers who already have the Wawa app can simply open the Wawa app, place and pay for their mobile order.
Forbes.com Ranks Wawa as #29 of Americas Largest Private Companies in 2021 and #12 on Forbes 100 Halo List in 2022.
For more information, visit us on www.wawa.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat at @wawa

Wawa Launches “SchwarberFest,” a HoagieFest® Spinoff with $5 Shortis® and $6 Classics for Rewards Members

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Wawa customers can take advantage of the limited-time hoagie savings by downloading the Wawa app from the App Store and registering to be a Wawa Rewards member.

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Wawa customers can take advantage of the limited-time hoagie savings by downloading the Wawa app from the App Store and registering to be a Wawa Rewards member.
Customers who already have the Wawa app can simply open the Wawa app, place and pay for their mobile order.
Forbes.com Ranks Wawa as #29 of Americas Largest Private Companies in 2021 and #12 on Forbes 100 Halo List in 2022.
For more information, visit us on www.wawa.com or follow us on Facebook , Twitter , Instagram , TikTok , and Snapchat at @wawa.

WSFS Bank Teams Up With Sharing Excess and Sunday Breakfast Mission to Fight Food Insecurity Across the Region

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Monday, October 17, 2022

WILMINGTON, Del., Oct. 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WSFS Bank, the primary subsidiary of WSFS Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: WSFS), today announced the launch of its annual Fall Food Drive to combat food insecurity across the Greater Philadelphia and Delaware region.

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WILMINGTON, Del., Oct. 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WSFS Bank, the primary subsidiary of WSFS Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: WSFS), today announced the launch of its annual Fall Food Drive to combat food insecurity across the Greater Philadelphia and Delaware region.
WSFS banking office locations in Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania will serve as food deposit centers for WSFS Associates, Customers and members of the community to donate nonperishable food items through December 31.
Customers and area residents are encouraged to take their nonperishable food donations to WSFS banking offices now through December 31, 2022.
Its primary subsidiary, WSFS Bank, is the oldest and largest locally headquartered bank and trust company headquartered in Delaware and the Greater Philadelphia region.