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Pat Tillman Foundation to Honor Bryan Stevenson, Tillman Scholar Bridgette Bell at Tillman Honors 2022

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Thursday, October 20, 2022
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CHICAGO, Oct. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Pat Tillman Foundation (PTF) will honor Bryan Stevenson, founder and executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), and 2017 Tillman Scholar Bridgette Bell for their tireless efforts in advocating for a more equitable world at Tillman Honors, presented by TEKsystems, in Chicago on Thursday, Nov. 3.

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  • The Pat Tillman Foundation (PTF) will honor Bryan Stevenson, founder and executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), and 2017 Tillman Scholar Bridgette Bell for their tireless efforts in advocating for a more equitable world at Tillman Honors in Chicago on Thursday, Nov. 3.
  • CHICAGO, Oct. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Pat Tillman Foundation (PTF) will honor Bryan Stevenson, founder and executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), and 2017 Tillman Scholar Bridgette Bell for their tireless efforts in advocating for a more equitable world at Tillman Honors, presented by TEKsystems, in Chicago on Thursday, Nov. 3.
  • Bryan Stevenson exemplifies this so completely," said Dan Futrell, CEO and 2011 Tillman Scholar.
  • For more information on the Pat Tillman Foundation and the impact of the Tillman Scholars, visit pattillmanfoundation.org.

Local Youth use Baseball to Experience the History of the South in New Documentary

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022
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SEATTLE, Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Baseball Beyond Borders (BBB) and Converge Media (Converge) announced tickets are available for the premier of the short film "Reconciliation Tour" on September 27 at T-Mobile Park's Ellis Pavilion from 3-5 p.m. Tickets can be reserved at Baseball Beyond Borders.

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  • "We are able to teach critical life skills, break down barriers, and empower youth of color by using sports as a framework."
  • The "Reconciliation Tour" chronicles a four-day trip of sixteen (16) Seattle youth and five (5) coaches, all members of BBB Kings senior division All-Star baseball team.
  • Participating in a baseball clinic with youth, ages 9-18, from Jackson, MS, a community with one of the highest poverty rates in the nation.
  • Founded in 2007, Baseball Beyond Borders strives to teach critical life skills to youth of color while using sports as a framework.

Anthony Anderson, Joe Buck to Host the 2022 National Memorial Day Parade, Presented by Boeing

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Wednesday, May 25, 2022
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A timeline of American history, the nation's largest Memorial Day event will share the sacrifices of generations past and present in front of hundreds of thousands of spectators along the National Mall.

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  • A timeline of American history, the nation's largest Memorial Day event will share the sacrifices of generations past and present in front of hundreds of thousands of spectators along the National Mall.
  • The parade's television special will be hosted by Anthony Anderson (Black-ish) and Joe Buck (ESPN Monday Night Football), with veteran and celebrity Robert Irvine from Constitution Avenue.
  • The television special features performances by Jimmie Allen, Eli Young Band, and TheUnited States Army Band "Pershing's Own," among others.
  • The National Memorial Day Parade is held annually in Washington, D.C. For more information, visit www.AmericanVeteransCenter.org .

The National Memorial Day Parade Returns to Washington, DC

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Monday, May 2, 2022
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WASHINGTON, May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, in commemoration of Military Appreciation Month, the American Veterans Center (AVC) is proud to announce the return of an American tradition: The National Memorial Day Parade, live from Washington, DC. The National Memorial Day Parade will march down Constitution Avenue, alongside the iconic monuments of the National Mall, starting at 2pm on Monday, May 30 (Memorial Day). The parade serves as a moving timeline of American history, featuring historical re-enactors, military veterans, active duty personnel, celebrities, and entertainers to honor and salute the men and women who have sacrificed for the United States of America. This marks the parade's proud return to live audiences for the first time since prior to the pandemic.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Today, in commemoration of Military Appreciation Month, the American Veterans Center (AVC) is proud to announce the return of an American tradition: The National Memorial Day Parade, live from Washington, DC.
  • The National Memorial Day Parade will march down Constitution Avenue, alongside the iconic monuments of the National Mall, starting at 2pm on Monday, May 30 (Memorial Day).
  • "The American Veterans Center is proud to announce that The National Memorial Day Parade is returning to its home along the National Mall,"said Tim Holbert, Senior Vice President and Executive Director of AVC.
  • The National Memorial Day Parade is held annually in Washington D.C. For more information, visit www.AmericanVeteransCenter.org .

Fallen Law Enforcement Officers to be Honored During 34th Annual Candlelight Vigil on May 13 in Washington, D.C.

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Wednesday, April 13, 2022
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WASHINGTON, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund has formally announced that there are 619 names of U.S. law enforcement officers being added to the memorial this year who have died in the line of duty. The names will be engraved and properly dedicated on the walls of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial during the 34th Annual Candlelight Vigil held on the National Mall between 4th and 7th streets in Washington, DC, at 8:00 pm on May 13, 2022.

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  • The names will be engraved and properly dedicated on the walls of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial during the 34th Annual Candlelight Vigil held on the National Mall between 4th and 7th streets in Washington, DC, at 8:00 pm on May 13, 2022.
  • Each May 13, during National Police Week, an estimated 30,000 people attend the Candlelight Vigil ceremony in Washington, D.C., including surviving family members, friends, law enforcement colleagues, and others.
  • Established in 1984, the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund is a nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring the fallen, telling the story of American law enforcement, and making it safer for those who serve.
  • The National Law Enforcement Museum at the Motorola Solutions Foundation Building is committed to preserving the history of American law enforcement and sharing the experiences of service and sacrifice for generations to come.

Americans Lack Basic Knowledge of Global War on Terrorism, New Research Shows

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Monday, November 8, 2021
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"This year's Veterans Day celebrations are tempered by the sobering reality of a national knowledge gap about the Global War on Terrorism.

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  • "This year's Veterans Day celebrations are tempered by the sobering reality of a national knowledge gap about the Global War on Terrorism.
  • Jackman also pledged that the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation would continue to commission further public opinion research to gauge the public's knowledge of and attitudes toward the Global War on Terrorism.
  • Jackman stated, "There is unambiguous national enthusiasm to pay tribute to those who have served in the Global War on Terrorism with a memorial.
  • The Global War on Terrorism Memorial Location Act represents the next step in an extensive legislative process required for a national monument.

PenFed Credit Union President & CEO James Schenck Receives Association of the United States Army's John W. Dixon Award

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Monday, October 11, 2021
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TYSONS, Va., Oct. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- PenFed Credit Union , the nation's second largest federal credit union, today announced its President and CEO James Schenck received the Association of the United States Army's John W. Dixon Award .

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  • TYSONS, Va., Oct. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- PenFed Credit Union , the nation's second largest federal credit union, today announced its President and CEO James Schenck received the Association of the United States Army's John W. Dixon Award .
  • This award recognizes PenFed Credit Union's outstanding service to our core membership base, as well as the PenFed Foundation's contributions to active duty military, veterans, families and caregivers."
  • Established in 1935, Pentagon Federal Credit Union (PenFed) is America's second-largest federal credit union, serving 2.4 million members worldwide with $29 billion in assets.
  • PenFed Credit Union offers market-leading certificates, checking, credit cards, personal loans, mortgages, auto loans, student loans, and a wide range of other financial services.

ForeverLawn, LifeGR, and PetSuites Sponsor Jeffrey Earnhardt in NASCAR Xfinity Race at Bristol Motor Speedway

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Thursday, September 16, 2021
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BRISTOL, Tenn., Sept. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- With the race coming up this Friday at Bristol Motor Speedway, we are excited to announce that ForeverLawn has teamed up with LifeGR and PetSuites to proudly sponsor the NASCAR Xfinity race series, Jeffrey Earnhardt, and the JD Motorsports team.

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  • BRISTOL, Tenn., Sept. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- With the race coming up this Friday at Bristol Motor Speedway, we are excited to announce that ForeverLawn has teamed up with LifeGR and PetSuites to proudly sponsor the NASCAR Xfinity race series, Jeffrey Earnhardt, and the JD Motorsports team.
  • The September 17 race in Bristol, Tenn. is part of a multi-race deal that ForeverLawn made with Earnhardt and JD Motorsports for the 2021 NASCAR Xfinity race series.
  • Driven by Earnhardt, the car has become known as the #BlackandGreenGrassMachine by racing fans, which features the popular ForeverLawn paint scheme.
  • The race will be broadcast live on NBC Sports Network and Motor Racing Network at 7:30pm Eastern Daylight Time.

PenFed Credit Union Honors 9/11 Heroes with Remembrance Dinner Featuring Military Service Members and First Responders

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Saturday, September 11, 2021

The remembrance dinner was attended by leaders in the military, intelligence, law enforcement, veteran service organization and first responder communities.

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  • The remembrance dinner was attended by leaders in the military, intelligence, law enforcement, veteran service organization and first responder communities.
  • James Schenck, President/CEO of PenFed Credit Union and CEO of PenFed Foundation, was working at a PenFed facility in Alexandria when he saw the news of the attacks on 9/11/2001.
  • Established in 1935, Pentagon Federal Credit Union (PenFed) is America's second-largest federal credit union, serving 2.4 million members worldwide with over $28 billion in assets as of July 31, 2021.
  • To learn more about PenFed Credit Union, visit PenFed.org , like us on Facebook and follow us @PenFed on Twitter .

FirstEnergy Foundation Donates $20,000 to Friends of Flight 93 National Memorial

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Friday, September 10, 2021

AKRON, Ohio, Sept. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- On the eve of the twentieth anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks, the FirstEnergy Foundation is donating $20,000 to the Friends of Flight 93 National Memorial in honor of those who lost their lives that fateful day.

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  • AKRON, Ohio, Sept. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- On the eve of the twentieth anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks, the FirstEnergy Foundation is donating $20,000 to the Friends of Flight 93 National Memorial in honor of those who lost their lives that fateful day.
  • We were humbled by the courage of the Flight 93 passengers who fought to take back control of the plane despite knowing their likely fate," said Lorna Wisham, president of the FirstEnergy Foundation.
  • This gift marks the second grant from the FirstEnergy Foundation to Friends of Flight 93 National Memorial, the 501(c)3 nonprofit responsible for the education and preservation of the monument.
  • In 2011, the Foundation contributed $5,000 to the memorial on the tenth anniversary of the attacks.For more information about Friends of Flight 93 National Memorial, visit www.flight93friends.org .