Journalists

Bob Woodruff Foundation to Host Discussion Series on Food Insecurity in the Military/Veteran Community

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020

The Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF), in partnership with Craig Newmark Philanthropies, is announcing the launch of Leaders Eat Last, a panel series that will kick off in January 2021 and focus on the complex and growing problem of food insecurity in the military/veteran community.

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  • The Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF), in partnership with Craig Newmark Philanthropies, is announcing the launch of Leaders Eat Last, a panel series that will kick off in January 2021 and focus on the complex and growing problem of food insecurity in the military/veteran community.
  • I am so encouraged to see the incredible outpouring of goodwill already, said Anne Marie Dougherty, Chief Executive Officer of the Bob Woodruff Foundation.
  • This series is part of a larger initiative through a partnership with the Bob Woodruff Foundation and Craig Newmark Philanthropies, which has taken a leading role in combatting food insecurity for all people.
  • To help the Bob Woodruff Foundation as we support veterans and their families, particularly during this holiday season, please visit
    About the Bob Woodruff Foundation:
    The Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) was founded in 2006 after reporter Bob Woodruff was hit by a roadside bomb while covering the war in Iraq.

Journalist and Bestselling Author Charles Duhigg Honored as a Business News Visionary

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Monday, November 30, 2020

DENVER, Nov. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The 2020-2021 Business News Visionary Awards have recognized Charles Duhigg for his outstanding body of work and influence on the profession.

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  • DENVER, Nov. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The 2020-2021 Business News Visionary Awards have recognized Charles Duhigg for his outstanding body of work and influence on the profession.
  • Duhigg is one of 52 prominent business and financial journalists recognized for their transformative contributions to the profession.
  • He is the author of two global bestselling books: "The Power of Habit" and "Smarter Faster Better."
  • The Business News Visionary Awards are a continuation of the Business News Luminary Awards, which, in 2000, honored the top 100 business and financial journalists of the 20th century.

Debra Tice, Mother of Journalist Austin Tice, Statement On Fox & Friends

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Saturday, November 21, 2020

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- National Press Club -Today Debra Tice, the mother of Austin Tice, a journalist and Marine veteran being held in Syria appeared on the highly rated television program Fox & Friends and made the following statement in response to questions.

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- National Press Club -Today Debra Tice, the mother of Austin Tice, a journalist and Marine veteran being held in Syria appeared on the highly rated television program Fox & Friends and made the following statement in response to questions.
  • "We are closer than we have ever been to having Austin safely home.
  • We are tremendously grateful for President Trump's commitment to bring Austin home; he has both the will and the ability to get this done.
  • Former Marine Captain Tice was working as a freelance journalist when he was abducted in Syria in 2012.

14th Annual Stand Up For Heroes Virtual Event Brought Celebrities Together To Support Veterans Through The Bob Woodruff Foundation

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Thursday, November 19, 2020

Video stories from veterans across the country provided viewers with a meaningful reminder of the real men and women impacted by the Bob Woodruff Foundation.

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  • Video stories from veterans across the country provided viewers with a meaningful reminder of the real men and women impacted by the Bob Woodruff Foundation.
  • The 14th Annual Stand Up for Heroes is now available to stream on the Bob Woodruff Foundation website and ABC News Live.
  • For those interested in donating and supporting our servicemen and women through Stand up for Heroes and the Bob Woodruff Foundation, please visit standup.bobwoodrufffoundation.org .
  • Stand Up for Heroes is presented by the Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) and the New York Comedy Festival (NYCF).

Post-Veterans Day, Bob Woodruff Foundation Reminds Veterans and Their Families – “We’ve Got Your 6, Every Day.”

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Thursday, November 12, 2020

At the Bob Woodruff Foundation, our mission on Veterans Day, and every day is to find, fund, shape and accelerate equitable solutions that help our impacted veterans, service members, and their families thrive long after they return home.

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  • At the Bob Woodruff Foundation, our mission on Veterans Day, and every day is to find, fund, shape and accelerate equitable solutions that help our impacted veterans, service members, and their families thrive long after they return home.
  • Today, the Bob Woodruff Foundation is reaffirming our commitment to our veterans and the organizations and communities that support them.
  • To learn more about the Bob Woodruff Foundation, Got Your 6, and our work supporting veterans and their families, visit www.bobwoodrufffoundation.org.
  • The Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) was founded in 2006 after reporter Bob Woodruff was hit by a roadside bomb while covering the war in Iraq.

Craig Newmark Philanthropies Announces $3M Grant To Bob Woodruff Foundation To Address Veterans' Food Insecurity

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Wednesday, November 11, 2020

NEW YORK, Nov. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Today,CraigNewmark Philanthropies announced a generous $3 million grant to the Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) as part of a larger initiative to combat food insecurity in America.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Today,CraigNewmark Philanthropies announced a generous $3 million grant to the Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) as part of a larger initiative to combat food insecurity in America.
  • Thanks to the incredible support ofCraigNewmark Philanthropies, the Bob Woodruff Foundation will be able to identify and support programs across the country that work to reduce food insecurity for veterans and their families.
  • Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, millions of Americans are experiencing financial strain and food insecurity, which has led to food banks facing a perpetual, diminishing food supply.
  • The Bob Woodruff Foundation is accepting funding requests from 501(c)(3) organizations with programs addressing:
    About the Bob Woodruff Foundation:
    The Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) was founded in 2006 after reporter Bob Woodruff was hit by a roadside bomb while covering the war in Iraq.

The Bob Woodruff Foundation and New York Comedy Festival Present the First-Ever Virtual Stand Up for Heroes

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Tuesday, November 10, 2020

"We're extremely honored and proud to continue our partnership with the Bob Woodruff Foundation to present Stand Up for Heroes," said Caroline Hirsch, founder and owner of the New York Comedy Festival and Carolines on Broadway.

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  • "We're extremely honored and proud to continue our partnership with the Bob Woodruff Foundation to present Stand Up for Heroes," said Caroline Hirsch, founder and owner of the New York Comedy Festival and Carolines on Broadway.
  • Stand Up for Heroes is presented by the Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) and the New York Comedy Festival (NYCF).
  • The Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) was founded in 2006 after reporter Bob Woodruff was hit by a roadside bomb while covering the war in Iraq.
  • Since then, the Bob Woodruff Foundation has led an enduring call to action for people to stand up for heroes and meet the emerging and long-term needs of today's veterans.

The Bob Woodruff Foundation and Wells Fargo Foundation Team to Ensure Veterans Have Safe, Stable Housing

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Thursday, November 5, 2020

New York, NY, Nov. 05, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today the Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) announced a partnership with the Wells Fargo Foundation (WFF) to address veteran homelessness and housing instability exacerbated by COVID-19.

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  • New York, NY, Nov. 05, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today the Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) announced a partnership with the Wells Fargo Foundation (WFF) to address veteran homelessness and housing instability exacerbated by COVID-19.
  • As the economic strain of COVID-19 continues, funding from the Wells Fargo Foundation will help the Bob Woodruff Foundation ensure that best-in-class providers have the resources they need to support veterans in their communities now and into the future.
  • The Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) was founded in 2006 after reporter Bob Woodruff was hit by a roadside bomb while covering the war in Iraq.
  • News, insights and perspectives from Wells Fargo are also available at Wells Fargo Stories .

FIRST AMERICAN FINANCIAL ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Announces That a Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against First American Financial Corporation and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

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Monday, October 26, 2020

Investors have until December 24, 2020 to apply to the Court to be appointed as lead plaintiff in the lawsuit.

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  • Investors have until December 24, 2020 to apply to the Court to be appointed as lead plaintiff in the lawsuit.
  • On May 24, 2019, KrebsOnSecurity.com (KrebsOnSecurity), a noted cybersecurity blog, reported a massive data exposure by First American in which approximately 885 million customer files were exposed by First American.
  • On this news, shares of First American fell $3.46, or over 6%, to close at $51.80 per share on May 25, 2019.
  • The firm represents individual and institutional investors in commercial, securities, derivative, and other complex litigation in state and federal courts across the country.

Tice Family Statement On Developments In Austin Tice Case

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Monday, October 19, 2020

WASHINGTON, Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The following statement from the family of Austin Tice was released today by the National Press Club:

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The following statement from the family of Austin Tice was released today by the National Press Club:
    "For years we have pushed for engagement between the US and Syrian governments to help bring our son safely home, so we hope recent reports are accurate.
  • We are deeply grateful to everyone working for Austin's safe return, and his continued absence shows there is more to be done.
  • PRESS CONTACT: William McCarren for the National Press Club; [email protected] , (202) 662-7534
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