Other Philanthropy

Girls Who Invest and CFA Institute Enhance Partnership to Bring More Women into the Investment Management Industry

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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Girls Who Invest (GWI), a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming the investment management industry by educating and advancing the next generation of women investors, and CFA Institute, the global association of investment professionals, today announced an expansion of their long standing partnership, offering the CFA Institute Investment Foundations® Certificate to benefit GWI scholars.

Key Points: 
  • Girls Who Invest (GWI), a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming the investment management industry by educating and advancing the next generation of women investors, and CFA Institute, the global association of investment professionals, today announced an expansion of their long standing partnership, offering the CFA Institute Investment Foundations® Certificate to benefit GWI scholars.
  • The Investment Foundations Certificate is designed to provide the global workforce with a clear understanding of how the investment industry works.
  • I’m excited to see the ways our partnership with Girls Who Invest will continue to address the ongoing challenge of supporting women in their careers.”
    Girls Who Invest and CFA Institute share joint goals to diversify the field of investment management.
  • This alignment supports the education of the women and gender non-binary people in the Girls Who Invest program through CFA Institute educational offerings.

Grange Insurance Donates $1 Million to Columbus State Community College

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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Grange Insurance , through its Foundation, has announced a $1 million donation to Columbus State Community College , underscoring the school’s commitment to strengthening the central Ohio community through equitable access and support for students to achieve their education and career goals.

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  • Grange Insurance , through its Foundation, has announced a $1 million donation to Columbus State Community College , underscoring the school’s commitment to strengthening the central Ohio community through equitable access and support for students to achieve their education and career goals.
  • “At Grange Insurance, we believe education lays the foundation for a strong community.
  • “They continue to offer high-quality education and grow their capacity, so more students receive the necessary resources to succeed.”
    Grange’s $1 million donation will support these Columbus State programs and initiatives.
  • Columbus Promise provides graduates of Columbus City Schools with free tuition to Columbus State through a collaborative community coalition including the City of Columbus.

Fruit of the Loom Kicks Off Partnership with National Nonprofit Undies for Everyone Donating Over 810,000 Pairs of New Underwear to Children in Crisis

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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National nonprofit Undies for Everyone (UFE)® today announced an ongoing partnership with Fruit of the Loom – kicking off the partnership with a donation of 810,019 pairs of underwear to children in crisis.

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  • National nonprofit Undies for Everyone (UFE)® today announced an ongoing partnership with Fruit of the Loom – kicking off the partnership with a donation of 810,019 pairs of underwear to children in crisis.
  • Fruit of the Loom’s initial donation will give a week’s supply of undies to 115,000 children across the U.S. who lack access to underwear.
  • Through their generous donation, Fruit of the Loom will impact the lives of 115,000 students facing underwear insecurity,” said Rabbi Amy Weiss, UFE’s founder and executive director.
  • UFE is distributing over 1.5 million pairs of undies in 2023 – impacting more than 214,000 children.

Cadence to Invest $50 Million to Support Racial Equity

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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Additionally, a portion of Cadence’s investment will be focused internationally on projects aimed at supporting women and people of color as well as climate justice initiatives.

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  • Additionally, a portion of Cadence’s investment will be focused internationally on projects aimed at supporting women and people of color as well as climate justice initiatives.
  • “Fostering diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are as a company, and collaborating with RBC GAM to advance racial equity and community development was a very easy choice,” said Dr. Anirudh Devgan, president and CEO of Cadence.
  • “We are excited to work with Cadence on this initiative aimed at reducing racial disparities in income and wealth within the United States,” said Mr. Homer.
  • On the heels of Black History Month, we must understand the importance of building racial equity across America.”

Urban Cares for St. Jude Kids raises more than $1.5 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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“Each and every year, the gospel, urban, and hip hop entertainment communities inspire us with their mission-driven generosity during Urban Cares for St. Jude Kids,” said Richard C. Shadyac Jr. , President and CEO of ALSAC , the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Key Points: 
  • “Each and every year, the gospel, urban, and hip hop entertainment communities inspire us with their mission-driven generosity during Urban Cares for St. Jude Kids,” said Richard C. Shadyac Jr. , President and CEO of ALSAC , the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
  • It’s a powerful reminder of radio’s critical role in spreading awareness about the missions that matter most.”
    Since 2008, Urban Cares for St. Jude Kids has raised $23 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
  • St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases.
  • Support the St. Jude mission by donating at stjude.org , liking St. Jude on Facebook , following St. Jude on Twitter , Instagram , LinkedIn and TikTok , and subscribing to its YouTube channel.

Elevate Our Future: A SOLEFUL Celebration

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
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Themed Elevate Our Future - A SOLEFUL Celebration, the event features a Soul Food Happy Hour with beer and wine as well as a raffle to win amazing prizes, including 4 Portland Trail Blazer tickets and a team-signed basketball and pennant.

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  • Themed Elevate Our Future - A SOLEFUL Celebration, the event features a Soul Food Happy Hour with beer and wine as well as a raffle to win amazing prizes, including 4 Portland Trail Blazer tickets and a team-signed basketball and pennant.
  • The event celebrates Elevate Oregon’s mission to empower Parkrose School District youth toward achievement.
  • Elevate Oregon was founded in 2010 as a grass-roots response to identified inequities and disparities in access, opportunities, and outcomes for Parkrose youth.
  • The SOLEFUL Celebration theme invites attendees to show off their most stylish sneakers with a prize given to the best kicks worn!

North Carolina Egg Association Launches Meet NC Egg Farmers Campaign Made Possible by NC Tobacco Trust Fund Commission Grant

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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The North Carolina Egg Association (NCEA) has kicked off an integrated communications effort to introduce North Carolinians to the state’s egg farming families, thanks to grant funding from the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission (NCTTFC).

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  • The North Carolina Egg Association (NCEA) has kicked off an integrated communications effort to introduce North Carolinians to the state’s egg farming families, thanks to grant funding from the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission (NCTTFC).
  • In March of 2022, NCEA was awarded $106,800 in grant funds to launch its Meet NC Egg Farmers campaign.
  • The Meet NC Egg Farmers campaign is designed to strengthen the relationship between consumers and the state’s egg farmers.
  • “We are thrilled to share these new resources made possible by the NCTTFC grant,” said Lisa Prince, executive director of NCEA.

The Kemper Foundation’s Read Conmigo Program Awards Grants to Bilingual Educators in Dallas

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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The Kemper Foundation announced today it has awarded grants to 15 bilingual literacy schoolteachers in Dallas County, Texas.

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  • The Kemper Foundation announced today it has awarded grants to 15 bilingual literacy schoolteachers in Dallas County, Texas.
  • This is the first round of grants awarded in Dallas through the Foundation’s Read Conmigo program to advance education by supporting bilingual classrooms.
  • Read Conmigo grants are focused on strengthening bilingual literacy skills and improving learning opportunities for Latino and Hispanic students.
  • “We’re very pleased to award Read Conmigo grants to well-deserving teachers in Dallas-area communities and ultimately help more students gain the educational, social and financial benefits of bilingualism,” said Barbara Ciesemier, President of The Kemper Foundation.

Organon Launches “Her Plan is Her Power,” a New Global Initiative to Reduce Unplanned Pregnancies Where Need is Great and Disparities Exist

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230307005176/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230307005176/en/
    Unplanned pregnancies are in part caused by a lack of access to contraceptive information and services.
  • Globally, of the 257 million women who want to avoid pregnancy, almost 67% are not using any contraceptive method.
  • “The staggering number of unintended pregnancies that occur globally each year – nearly half of all pregnancies – require the power of public-private collaboration.
  • In 2022, Organon made a commitment to help prevent 120 million unplanned pregnancies in the world’s least-developed countries by 2030 as part of FP2030 .

Ron Sachs Joins Givinga Board of Directors

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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Boston-based philanthropic technology company Givinga, Inc. has appointed Growth Capital Investor and Advisor Ron Sachs to their Board of Directors.

Key Points: 
  • Boston-based philanthropic technology company Givinga, Inc. has appointed Growth Capital Investor and Advisor Ron Sachs to their Board of Directors.
  • With an extensive investment management background, Sachs will bring insight and experience to the board as Givinga transitions into a critical growth stage.
  • “Ron has been an investor in Givinga for well over two years.
  • “I am excited to join Givinga’s Board to help the Givinga team continue to innovate and streamline corporate and individual philanthropy.