YMCA Youth and Government

YMCA of the USA Announces Partnership with Bezos Family Foundation, Increasing Student Access to Youth Civic Engagement Opportunities

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

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CHICAGO, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- YMCA of the USA (Y-USA), the national resource office for the 2,600+ YMCAs across the country, is pleased to announce the launch of a $2.8 million multi-year national partnership with the Bezos Family Foundation. This partnership will support increasing access to YMCA Youth and Government ® programs in Florida, Kentucky and Texas, offering more students, schools and local Ys the opportunity to participate.

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This partnership will support increasing access to YMCA Youth and Government ® programs in Florida, Kentucky and Texas, offering more students, schools and local Ys the opportunity to participate.
Partnering with the Y establishes a strong alignment of both organizations' values, specifically through the YMCA Youth and Government program.
"Through its Youth and Government programs, YMCA of the USA joins our commitment to expanding access to crucial action civics education," Bezos Family Foundation Program Officer Marilyn López said.
In today's world, fostering youth action, self-efficacy, and a deeper understanding of our roles in democracy is more crucial than ever."

YMCA African American and Hispanic Latino CEO Networks Launch New Nationwide Commitment During Black History Month to Support Black and Brown Youth

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

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WASHINGTON, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- To commemorate Black History Month, the YMCA African American and Hispanic Latino CEO networks announced they will lead a nationwide pledge to engage at least 100,000 Black and Brown youth annually to foster academic achievement, college readiness and public service opportunities to put young people on the path to stability.

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As part of this effort, YMCAs will engage youth in the Y's existing youth development programs.
"This Black History Month, we are proud to announce this new work led by our African American and Hispanic Latino CEO networks to help support Black and Brown youth across America."
"The Y is dedicated to making a lasting impact on Black and Brown youth and propelling these boys and girls toward brighter futures," said David Brown, Chair of the YMCA African American CEO Network.
It's our hope that this commitment will enact positive change in communities that are too often left behind."

TopLine Financial Credit Union Participates in Its 7th Statewide Day of Kindness

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

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MAPLE GROVE, Minn., Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TopLine Financial Credit Union , a Twin Cities-based member-owned financial services cooperative , was one of the 66 credit unions and partner organizations across the state of Minnesota who participated in an orchestrated day, called CU Forward Day.

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MAPLE GROVE, Minn., Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TopLine Financial Credit Union , a Twin Cities-based member-owned financial services cooperative , was one of the 66 credit unions and partner organizations across the state of Minnesota who participated in an orchestrated day, called CU Forward Day.
A state-wide initiative of over 3,000 credit union employees, members and partners coming together to do one simple thing – spread kindness and encourage others to do the same.
TopLine has been participating in this collaborative credit union event since 2016, referred to as “ CU Forward Day ,” which is coordinated by the Minnesota Credit Union Network (MnCUN) , the state trade association for Minnesota’s credit unions.
TopLine Financial Credit Union , a Twin Cities-based credit union, is Minnesota’s 11th largest credit union, with assets of more than $794 million and serves over 50,000 members.

YMCA of the USA Announces Partnership with MissionSquare Foundation to Strengthen Youth Civic Engagement, Give Future Leaders a Voice

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

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CHICAGO, June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- YMCA of the USA (Y-USA), the national resource office for the 2,600+ YMCAs across the country, is pleased to announce the launch of a $1.9 million multi-year national partnership with MissionSquare Foundation. This partnership will provide support to implement the Youth and Government ® program in 10 states and the District of Columbia, helping shape the next generation of thoughtful, committed and active citizens.

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Since 1936, YMCA Youth and Government has offered students across the country the opportunity to serve their schools, communities, states and nation through model government, civic engagement, advocacy, leadership and character development, service-learning and more to amplify youth voice and strengthen youth civic health.
MissionSquare Foundation, launched in 2022, is focused on strengthening communities by supporting the long-term wellbeing of youth.
Partnering with the Y establishes a strong alignment of both organizations' values, specifically through the YMCA Youth and Government program.
Through this partnership, MissionSquare Foundation is helping close the youth civic engagement gap by connecting students to opportunities that strengthen the civic health of communities.

Lieutenant Governor, Legislators and More than 200 Afterschool Advocates Rally to Support Afterschool Programs

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Monday, May 8, 2023

HARRISBURG, Pa., May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pennsylvania's Lieutenant Governor, students and legislators from across the state shared their support and experiences with afterschool programs at the 2023 Afterschool Advocacy Day Rally, May 3, 2023, on the Pennsylvania state Capitol steps.

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HARRISBURG, Pa., May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pennsylvania's Lieutenant Governor, students and legislators from across the state shared their support and experiences with afterschool programs at the 2023 Afterschool Advocacy Day Rally, May 3, 2023, on the Pennsylvania state Capitol steps.
Several speakers shared their support for HB 795, Building Opportunity Through Out-of-School Time (BOOST) legislation which would provide $70 million in state funding for quality afterschool programs.
Programs that can improve academic performance and behavioral problems… These programs provide a return on investment for these children."
In Pennsylvania, every $1 invested in afterschool programs saves $6.69 by decreasing high school dropout rates, teen pregnancy, substance use and crime.

TopLine Financial Credit Union Participates in Its 6th Statewide Day of Kindness

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

MAPLE GROVE, Minn., Oct. 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TopLine Financial Credit Union was one of the 66 credit unions and partner organizations across the state of Minnesota who participated in an orchestrated day, called CU Forward Day.

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MAPLE GROVE, Minn., Oct. 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TopLine Financial Credit Union was one of the 66 credit unions and partner organizations across the state of Minnesota who participated in an orchestrated day, called CU Forward Day.
A state-wide initiative of over 3,000 credit union employees, members and partners coming together to do one simple thing spread kindness and encourage others to do the same.
TopLine has been participating in this collaborative credit union event since 2016, referred to as CU Forward Day , which is coordinated by the Minnesota Credit Union Network (MnCUN), the state trade association for Minnesotas credit unions.
TopLine Financial Credit Union , a Twin Cities-based credit union, is Minnesotas 13th largest, with assets of more than $732 million and serves nearly 48,700 members.

TopLine Credit Union Members and Employees Bring Comfort to Those in Need

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Friday, April 29, 2022

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TopLine members and employees generously donated winter gear items of youth and adult size jackets, boots, gloves, hats, scarves, socks and more to help bring warmth to those in need in our local communities.

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TopLine members and employees generously donated winter gear items of youth and adult size jackets, boots, gloves, hats, scarves, socks and more to help bring warmth to those in need in our local communities.
When the program ended TopLine employees and members had donated over 600 winter gear items and over $1,000 to assist local youth and families in need in our communities.
Since 2002, TopLine Federal Credit Union employees and members have been involved in several programs each year to benefit local non-profits like Avenues for Youth and YMCA of the North.
TopLine Federal Credit Union , a Twin Cities-based credit union, is Minnesotas 13th largest, with assets of more than $675 million and serves nearly 46,000 members.

U.S. Students Dig into Trees & Pollinators with Dominion Energy's Project Plant It!

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Monday, April 25, 2022

has been teaching the next generation about the benefits of trees and pollinators to the ecosystem.

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has been teaching the next generation about the benefits of trees and pollinators to the ecosystem.
In addition, Dominion Energy's longtime partner for Project Plant It!, the Arbor Day Foundation, was founded 50 years ago in 1972.
"We're thrilled to celebrate these major milestones with the Arbor Day Foundation," said Shai West, Project Plant It!
Elementary, middle and high schools, scout troops, environment clubs and YMCAs are among the many entities participating in Project Plant It!

Students, Teachers and Legislators Rally on the Capitol Steps to Support Afterschool Programs

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Thursday, March 31, 2022

HARRISBURG, Pa., March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Students and legislators from across the state shared their support and experiences with afterschool programs at the 2022 Afterschool Advocacy Day Rally, March 29, 2022, on the Pennsylvania state Capitol steps.

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HARRISBURG, Pa., March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Students and legislators from across the state shared their support and experiences with afterschool programs at the 2022 Afterschool Advocacy Day Rally, March 29, 2022, on the Pennsylvania state Capitol steps.
Steven shared that he participated in afterschool programs as a youth.
Pennsylvania state Representative Austin Davis (D-Philadelphia) also shared that he participated in afterschool programs.
In Pennsylvania, every $1 invested in afterschool programs saves $6.69 by decreasing high school dropout rates, teen pregnancy, substance use and crime.

RMB Capital Announces Seven New Partners for 2022

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Wednesday, March 2, 2022

RMB Capital (RMB), an independent investment advisory firm with more than $10.8 billion in assets under management1 (estimated as of Dec. 31, 2021), announced that it has named seven new partners for 2022.

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RMB Capital (RMB), an independent investment advisory firm with more than $10.8 billion in assets under management1 (estimated as of Dec. 31, 2021), announced that it has named seven new partners for 2022.
RMB founding partner, CEO and co-chief investment officer Dick Burridge said that the seven new partners help ensure the firms long-term independence by readying the next generation of RMBs future leaders.
This years class of new partners represent many different teams and roles at RMB, said Burridge.
Bach joined RMB Capital in 2014 and is a senior wealth manager in the firms Minneapolis office.