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Centri Tech Foundation awards more than $195,000 in innovation grants to digital equity organizations across five U.S. cities.

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Thursday, April 14, 2022
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WASHINGTON, April 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Centri Tech Foundation (CTF) announced today that community development nonprofit organizations in five U.S. cities were awarded more than $195,000 to foster programmatic innovations that promote a more equitable digital economy. Together, the grantees have demonstrated success in closing the digital divide in Boston, Detroit, New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C.

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  • Centri Tech Foundation is launching the inaugural 2022 Digital Integrators Pilot Program to support innovative digital skills models aimed at building an inclusive digital economy.
  • "Universal and equitable access to the digital economy is paramount to progress," said Laura Mueller-Soppart, Program Director at Centri Tech Foundation.
  • The Digital Integrators pilots represent a diverse range of methods and approaches for promoting digital advancement and span a range of cities.
  • "The historic federal investments in broadband and digital equity create an opportunity for communities to solve for digital access in real and lasting ways," said Marta Urquilla, President of Centri Tech Foundation.

FLORIDA NONPROFIT RECEIVES GRANT TO HELP HURRICANE IRMA SURVIVORS

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Monday, April 11, 2022
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JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA, April 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The local nonprofit organization Endeavors has been awarded a contract from Volunteer Florida to assist individuals and families still recovering from Hurricane Irma, which devastated Floridian communities in 2017.

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  • JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA, April 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The local nonprofit organization Endeavors has been awarded a contract from Volunteer Florida to assist individuals and families still recovering from Hurricane Irma, which devastated Floridian communities in 2017.
  • Between 2017 and 2020, Endeavors assisted nearly 2,000 individuals affected by Hurricane Irma, and provided outreach and information to 37,000 more.
  • In January 2022, Endeavors received $200,500 from Volunteer Florida to reactivate Disaster Case Management services in the community and assist families still in need of home repairs due to hurricane damage.
  • Thanks to the Volunteer Florida grant, Disaster Case Managers have begun conducting damage assessments to identify each clients unique needs and develop customized recovery plans.

Washington Trust Announces Financial Literacy Initiative

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Thursday, April 7, 2022
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WESTERLY, R.I., April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Washington Trust today announced a new Financial Literacy Initiative designed to provide individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit organizations with the money management tools and resources they need to achieve economic empowerment. The Initiative has three components: $165,000 in multi-year funding to support literacy programs at the United Way of Rhode Island, Entrepreneurship for All Rhode Island (EforAll), and Amos House; a free web-based financial literacy program available to local schools and community groups; and a new Financial Wellness Center on the company's website.

Key Points: 
  • WESTERLY, R.I., April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Washington Trust today announced a new Financial Literacy Initiative designed to provide individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit organizations with the money management tools and resources they need to achieve economic empowerment.
  • The first component of the Bank's Financial Literacy Initiativeis a $165,000 multi-year commitment, from the Washington Trust Charitable Foundation, to three Rhode Island-based nonprofit organizations:
    United Way of Rhode Island : Washington Trust has committed $90,000 to support the United Way's LIFT UNITED economic security programming.
  • Washington Trust offers a full range of financial services, including commercial banking , mortgage banking , personal banking and wealth management and trust services through its offices located in Rhode Island, Connecticut and Massachusetts.
  • The Washington Trust Company is a subsidiary of Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc., (NASDAQ: WASH).

3D Electronics Enables Greater Integration, Says IDTechEx

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Tuesday, April 5, 2022
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BOSTON, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --3D electronics is an emerging manufacturing approach that enables electronics to be integrated within or onto the surface of objects.

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  • BOSTON, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --3D electronics is an emerging manufacturing approach that enables electronics to be integrated within or onto the surface of objects.
  • There are three main approaches to 3D electronics, each discussed in detail in the new IDTechEx report " 3D Electronics/Additive Electronics 2022-2032 ": Applying electronics to a 3D surface, in-mold electronics, and fully additive 3D electronics.
  • In-mold electronics (IME), in which electronics are printed/mounted prior to thermoforming into a 3D component, facilitates the transition towards greater integration of electronics, especially where capacitive touch sensing and lighting is required.
  • It covers electronic functionality to 3D surfaces, in-mold electronics (IME), and fully 3D printed electronics.

3D Electronics Enables Greater Integration, Says IDTechEx

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Tuesday, April 5, 2022
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BOSTON, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --3D electronics is an emerging manufacturing approach that enables electronics to be integrated within or onto the surface of objects.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --3D electronics is an emerging manufacturing approach that enables electronics to be integrated within or onto the surface of objects.
  • There are three main approaches to 3D electronics, each discussed in detail in the new IDTechEx report " 3D Electronics/Additive Electronics 2022-2032 ": Applying electronics to a 3D surface, in-mold electronics, and fully additive 3D electronics.
  • In-mold electronics (IME), in which electronics are printed/mounted prior to thermoforming into a 3D component, facilitates the transition towards greater integration of electronics, especially where capacitive touch sensing and lighting is required.
  • It covers electronic functionality to 3D surfaces, in-mold electronics (IME), and fully 3D printed electronics.

CHAIR Renewal and Enhanced Strategic Direction

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Tuesday, March 29, 2022
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Over the past 8 years, with the help of its leadership and members, CHAIR has completed many milestones with successful accomplishments.

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  • Over the past 8 years, with the help of its leadership and members, CHAIR has completed many milestones with successful accomplishments.
  • Over the past sixmonths, CHAIR (Coalition for Healthcare Acquired Infection Reduction) has been going through a thoughtful and comprehensive renewal with the assistance of LIFT Impact Partners and several stakeholderworkshop meetings.
  • CHAIRs new Strategic Roadmap for 2022 - 2026 will be led by Steve Reinecke, selected as the new Interim Executive Director.
  • We are excited about the new mission and focus for CHAIR, and the leadership Steve Reinecke brings to this organization, said Richard Dixon, cofounder of CHAIR.

Republic Airways Opens Applications for Paid FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certification Training Program

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Thursday, March 31, 2022
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Republic Airways announced today that it is accepting applicants for a June 2022 class into its aircraft dispatcher apprenticeship program.

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  • Republic Airways announced today that it is accepting applicants for a June 2022 class into its aircraft dispatcher apprenticeship program.
  • The program is Indianas only aircraft dispatcher certification program.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220331005725/en/
    Republic Airways announces second FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certification Program class, accepting applicants for June 2022 start.
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    This is an exciting time to join our industry, said Paul Kinstedt, Chief Operating Officer for Republic Airways.

SparkCognition Government Systems (SGS) Partners with SkyGrid and LIFT Aircraft to Advance the Use of AI for Air Traffic Management

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Thursday, March 10, 2022
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AUSTIN, Texas, March 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SparkCognition Government Systems (SGS), developing trusted artificial intelligence (AI) solutions for defense and national security, is pleased to announce its partnership with SkyGrid and LIFT Aircraft Inc.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, March 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SparkCognition Government Systems (SGS), developing trusted artificial intelligence (AI) solutions for defense and national security, is pleased to announce its partnership with SkyGrid and LIFT Aircraft Inc.
  • The companies will apply AI and blockchain technology to manage the airspace for autonomous vehicles, specifically HEXA, LIFT's electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.
  • SparkCognition Government Systems (SGS), a wholly owned subsidiary of SparkCognition, is the first artificial intelligence (AI) company devoted entirely to government and national defense.
  • By developing and operationalizing next-generation AI-powered systems, SGS enables government organizations to meet the needs of their most pressing national security missions.

Together for the Goals: Consortium of Corporate and Non-Profit Partners Deploy Vital, Life-Saving Technology to Under-Resourced, Earthquake-Impacted Haitian Medical Facilities

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Wednesday, March 9, 2022
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The other MTU was donated to World Hope by the Global Surgical and Medical Support Group, also known simply as GSMSG.

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  • The other MTU was donated to World Hope by the Global Surgical and Medical Support Group, also known simply as GSMSG.
  • Were grateful for the gifts of this innovative technology and to be able to further healthcare accessibility through partnerships and relationships.
  • The layout of each Mobile Triage Unit includes four patient bays with three beds each, nurses stations and support equipment.
  • Construction experience includes over 40 Design-Build chemical and biological test facilities (BSL laboratories), munitions maintenance facilities, military aircraft hangars and other industrial/institutional facilities.

Expanded Access and Equity Programs for Kids Launched at Taos Ski Valley for 2021-2022 Winter Season

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Monday, January 31, 2022
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Here in Taos Ski Valley, our B Corporation ethos helps advance these goals locally," said David Norden, CEO of Taos Ski Valley.

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  • Here in Taos Ski Valley, our B Corporation ethos helps advance these goals locally," said David Norden, CEO of Taos Ski Valley.
  • This offering is named in memoriam of Charles N. Romero, a member of the Taos Pueblo community and longtime Taos Ski Valley employee.
  • Taos Ski Valley offers adaptive ski programs to suit a wide range of abilities and needs.
  • Taos Ski Valley Employee Access: Ski valley employees receive a 75% discount off any children's programs, lessons, rentals, or lift tickets for their dependents.