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Spaulding Academy & Family Awarded CARF International Accreditation

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Wednesday, October 27, 2021
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The accreditation process required Spaulding Academy & Family Services to conduct detailed research, including off-site trainings to understand CARF International's standards and reviews of CARF International manuals.

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  • The accreditation process required Spaulding Academy & Family Services to conduct detailed research, including off-site trainings to understand CARF International's standards and reviews of CARF International manuals.
  • CARF International conducted a two-day virtual survey of Spaulding Academy & Family Services this spring, followed by an on-campus safety review in July.
  • Accreditation was awarded on August 31, and Spaulding Academy & Family Services was notified of its success in late September.
  • "Spaulding Academy & Family Services is thrilled to be awarded this distinctive accreditation by CARF International," said Amanda Champagne, Executive Director of Family Services, Spaulding Academy & Family Services.

Hallmark's Crown Garden Donates More than 1,000 Pounds of Produce to Kansas City-Area Families

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Friday, October 22, 2021
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The produce was donated to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kansas City (RMHC-KC), Jewish Family Services and Harvesters, which provided it to families in need.

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  • The produce was donated to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kansas City (RMHC-KC), Jewish Family Services and Harvesters, which provided it to families in need.
  • "In a non-pandemic year, the Crown Garden produces about 1,000 pounds of produce, so to exceed this number during a pandemic is entirely due to the passion our volunteers have for this work."
  • The Crown Garden opened in 2011 with 25 volunteers as a way for Hallmark to support RMHC-KC and the families that stay there.
  • The garden is about 100 feet by 80 feet with 16 raised beds, fruit trees, grapes and berries.

Haven Youth & Family Services Receives SBB Research Group Grant

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021
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Last year, the organization presented its outreach and educational program to more than 1,700 students and supported 230 individual, family, and group counseling clients through Haven's clinical programs.

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  • Last year, the organization presented its outreach and educational program to more than 1,700 students and supported 230 individual, family, and group counseling clients through Haven's clinical programs.
  • Donations to Haven make it possible for their team of clinicians to provide services at a reduced rate.
  • For more information about Haven Youth & Family Services, visit havenforyouth.org .
  • SBB Research Group LLC is a Chicago-based investment management firm that views the market through a systematic, interdisciplinary lens.

SBB Research Group Names October 2021 Grant Finalists: The Bloc, Brushwood Center, Mothers Trust Foundation

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021
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Brushwood Center (Riverwoods) is an arts and cultural center that offers programs to promote well-being, foster creativity, and stimulate learning for youth, families, military veterans, and senior citizens.

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  • Brushwood Center (Riverwoods) is an arts and cultural center that offers programs to promote well-being, foster creativity, and stimulate learning for youth, families, military veterans, and senior citizens.
  • Mothers Trust Foundation (Lake Forest) supports local children in crisis by providing funding for critical necessities through a network of social workers, school counselors, and other social services providers.
  • Last month, Haven Youth and Family Services received a $5,000 grant to support adolescents' mental health and well-being in the local community.
  • SBB Research Group LLC (SBBRG) is a Chicago-based investment management firm that views the market through a systematic, interdisciplinary lens.

Medline Awards Grants to 14 Organizations Dedicated to Addressing the Social Determinants of Health

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021
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NORTHFIELD, Ill., Oct. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Medline today announced it has awarded grants to 14 non-profit organizations through its annual Community Impact Grant Program.

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  • NORTHFIELD, Ill., Oct. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Medline today announced it has awarded grants to 14 non-profit organizations through its annual Community Impact Grant Program.
  • This year's recipients support programs focused on family health, health equity, domestic violence, and fighting breast cancer.
  • "As the pandemic continues to impact and influence our daily lives, vulnerable communities are facing even more uncertainty," said Karen Frey, senior philanthropy manager at Medline.
  • "By providing grants directly to organizations serving the community we hope to have a direct impact on improving health equity and population health in under-served communities."

TopLine Federal Credit Union Participates in 5th Statewide Day Of Kindness

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021
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MAPLE GROVE, Minn., Oct. 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TopLine Federal Credit Union was one of the 64 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 credit union employees, members and partners coming together to do one simple thing – spread kindness and encourage others to do the same.

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  • MAPLE GROVE, Minn., Oct. 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TopLine Federal Credit Union was one of the 64 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 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 Federal Credit Union , a Twin Cities-based credit union, is Minnesotas 13th largest, with assets of more than $625 million and serves over 46,000 members.

Sewa International's Madan Luthra Receives Volunteer of the Year Award from Texas Governor

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Monday, October 18, 2021
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HOUSTON, Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Madan Luthra, a veteran Sewa International volunteer from Houston has been honored with the 2021 "Volunteer of the Year Award" by the Governor of Texas, Greg Abbott, for his commendable service to the community.

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  • HOUSTON, Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Madan Luthra, a veteran Sewa International volunteer from Houston has been honored with the 2021 "Volunteer of the Year Award" by the Governor of Texas, Greg Abbott, for his commendable service to the community.
  • Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott, Honorary Chair of the 2021 Governor's Volunteer Awards, announced the 38th annual Governor's Volunteer Awards on Tuesday, October 12.
  • As COVID-19 began to impact the Houston community, Madan Luthra, a retired scientist, volunteered more than 30 hours a week through Sewa International's Family Services program.
  • Congratulating Dr. Luthra, Sewa International's President, Arun Kankani, said "Dr. Madan Luthra is an inspiration and a guiding force to all of us at Sewa.

First Lady Cecilia Abbott, OneStar Foundation Announce 2021 Governor's Volunteer Awards Recipients

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Monday, October 18, 2021
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AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott, Honorary Chair of the 2021 Governor's Volunteer Awards, announced recipients of the 38th annual Governor's Volunteer Awards.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott, Honorary Chair of the 2021 Governor's Volunteer Awards, announced recipients of the 38th annual Governor's Volunteer Awards.
  • These awards presented with OneStar Foundation honor the exemplary service of individuals/organizations that have made a significant and measurable contribution through service and volunteering in the past year.
  • This year, the Governor's Volunteer Awards introduced three new categories to address the ever-evolving volunteer landscape: Innovation in Volunteerism, Excellence in Disaster Volunteering, and Volunteer Family of the Year.
  • Awardees will be honored at an online awards ceremony hosted by Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott.

Lunavi Teams with Genesis Consulting to Develop Innovative Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services iServe Portal

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Wednesday, September 29, 2021
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and OMAHA, Neb., Sept. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Lunavi , a leading provider of cloud solutions, Agile software development, and IT consulting, has partnered with Genesis Consulting to provide development services for the State of Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) iServe Nebraska Portal for citizen benefits.

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  • and OMAHA, Neb., Sept. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Lunavi , a leading provider of cloud solutions, Agile software development, and IT consulting, has partnered with Genesis Consulting to provide development services for the State of Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) iServe Nebraska Portal for citizen benefits.
  • "Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is looking towards the future with the iServe project to improve the public experience when engaging with governmental health programs," said Lunavi CEO and Chairman Sam E. Galeotos.
  • DHHS oversees numerous services throughout Nebraska, including Medicaid and Long-Term Care, Developmental Disabilities, Public Health, Behavioral Health and Children and Family Services.
  • "The skillset of Lunavi's software delivery teams aligned perfectly with our expertise and capabilities to help deliver the vision for the iServe Nebraska Portal," said Jason Fair, CEO of Genesis Consulting.

Texas Capital Bancshares Appoints Anna M. Alvarado as Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary

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Thursday, September 23, 2021
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DALLAS, Sept. 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Texas Capital Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: TCBI), the parent company of Texas Capital Bank (the Bank), today announced that Anna M. Alvarado has been appointed Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary, effective October 15, 2021.

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  • DALLAS, Sept. 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Texas Capital Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: TCBI), the parent company of Texas Capital Bank (the Bank), today announced that Anna M. Alvarado has been appointed Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary, effective October 15, 2021.
  • Ms. Alvarado will report to Rob C. Holmes, President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Prior to joining FirstCash, Ms. Alvarado served as an attorney at Texas-based firms Tanner & Associates PC and Hill Gilstrap PC.
  • We are pleased to welcome Anna to Texas Capital Bank as our new Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary, said Mr. Holmes.