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Springer Nature and the Breast Cancer Research Foundation Announce the Rising Scholars: Breast Cancer Program for Early Career Researchers

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Springer Nature and the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) today announced the Rising Scholars: Breast Cancer program, a partnership between Nature Portfolio and BCRF which provides Early Career Researchers (ECRs) in the field of cancer with additional resources for professional development and career preparedness.

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  • Springer Nature and the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) today announced the Rising Scholars: Breast Cancer program, a partnership between Nature Portfolio and BCRF which provides Early Career Researchers (ECRs) in the field of cancer with additional resources for professional development and career preparedness.
  • The Rising Scholars: Breast Cancer program is the result of over a decade of partnership between Springer Nature and BCRF.
  • BCRF has been a phenomenal and consistent partner for Springer Nature and was the first nonprofit to work with Springer Nature in adopting our data research solutions.
  • The new Rising Scholars: Breast Cancer program will provide concrete qualitative and quantitative data as to the impact of such endeavors going forward.

CertaPro Painters® Jake Kiser Awarded Franchisee of the Year by International Franchise Association

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

PHOENIX, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jake Kiser, owner of CertaPro Painters of Athens, GA, has been named 2023 Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association (IFA). Kiser was nominated by CertaPro Painters® and was honored at the 64th IFA Annual Convention in Phoenix for being an outstanding franchise establishment owner-operator. Nominated by their parent company, individuals are selected for their involvement in their communities, embodying the entrepreneurial spirit, fostering a strong and healthy culture with their workforce, and assisting their fellow franchisees when called upon. 

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  • Owner of CertaPro Painters of Athens, GA recognized for excellence in franchising
    PHOENIX, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jake Kiser, owner of CertaPro Painters of Athens, GA, has been named 2023 Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association (IFA).
  • Kiser was nominated by CertaPro Painters® and was honored at the 64th IFA Annual Convention in Phoenix for being an outstanding franchise establishment owner-operator.
  • The IFA recognized CertaPro Painters® Jake Kiser with its highest honor awarded to individual franchisees.
  • "I am beyond proud of Jake Kiser for this amazing accomplishment," said Michael Stone, President and Chief Executive Officer of CertaPro Painters.

Consumer Watchdog Wants Legislative Investigation Into CA Department of Finance $300 Million Understatement of Bottle Deposit Funds As Means to Stop Spending on Reforms

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Friday, January 26, 2024

"The integrity of the state budget is critical for the functioning of the government," Consumer Watchdog wrote two lawmakers today.

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  • "The integrity of the state budget is critical for the functioning of the government," Consumer Watchdog wrote two lawmakers today.
  • "The current balance in the BCRF fund is reported in the Governor's Budget as $538 million for fiscal year 2022/23.
  • The fund in that fiscal year contained $830 million, according to financial statements submitted by CalRecycle to the Department of Finance (DOF).
  • There is a pattern of the Department of Finance grossly understating the fund balance so that CalRecyle cannot spend legislative-appropriated funds.

Atossa Therapeutics Issues Letter to Shareholders

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

SEATTLE, Jan. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atossa Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATOS), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company developing innovative medicines in areas of significant unmet medical need in oncology with a focus on breast cancer, today announces the issuance of the following Letter to Shareholders from Steven Quay, M.D., Ph.D., the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer:

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  • SEATTLE, Jan. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atossa Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATOS), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company developing innovative medicines in areas of significant unmet medical need in oncology with a focus on breast cancer, today announces the issuance of the following Letter to Shareholders from Steven Quay, M.D., Ph.D., the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer:
    2023 marked another year of significant progress for Atossa.
  • If you would like to learn more about the study, please visit www.atossatherapeutics.com to view a short video interview I conducted with Dr.
  • Adding to the issue is the fact that there are currently no approved treatments to reduce breast density.
  • On behalf of the board of directors, management, and employees of Atossa Therapeutics, we thank you for your investment and continued support of our Company.

Uniform Advantage Donates another $20,000 to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation

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Friday, October 13, 2023

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Uniform Advantage (UA), a multi-channel retailer of medical uniforms for medical and hospitality industries, is proud to continue its partnership with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation® (BCRF) with another $20,000 donation.

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  • Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women worldwide, and BCRF is at the forefront of every major breakthrough in breast cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and metastasis.
  • Uniform Advantage's contribution directly contributes to BCRF's mission to prevent and cure breast cancer by advancing the world's most promising research.
  • Uniform Advantage CEO, Susan Masimore, expressed the company's commitment to the cause, saying, "We are deeply honored to stand beside the Breast Cancer Research Foundation in their tireless efforts to make a difference in the lives of those affected by breast cancer.
  • The Breast Cancer Research Foundation extends its heartfelt gratitude to Uniform Advantage for its unwavering commitment to the cause.

AutoNation Shifts Drive Pink Campaign Into High Gear to Drive Out Cancer

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of an annual tradition, AutoNation, Inc. (NYSE: AN) gathered thousands of Associates coast to coast for Drive Pink (DRV PNK) Across America Day on October 11th.

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  • Associates in AutoNation stores from coast to coast joined in to delivering thousands more bags to local cancer facilities in their communities.
  • AutoNation Associates, Customers and communities have helped DRV PNK raise and donate over $35 million to cancer charities since 2013.
  • Nationally, AutoNation directs its support to BCRF, the American Cancer Society, the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation, and Zero: The End of Prostate Cancer.
  • AutoNation continues to offer its iconic DRV PNK license plate frames to drivers free of charge at all AutoNation stores, to drive awareness.

LAGOS INVITES CUSTOMERS TO "SHOP PINK, SAVE LIVES" IN SUPPORT OF THE BREAST CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION

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Friday, September 29, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LAGOS, the fine jewelry brand known for its signature Caviar beaded designs, elevates its partnership with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) for 2023, donating 100 percent of sales from a special diamond style, to help the organization end breast cancer.

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  • The LAGOS Pink Ceramic and Diamond Caviar Ring features textured sterling silver Caviar beading and smooth, pink ceramic that surrounds sparkling diamonds.
  • From October 1 – December 31, 2023, LAGOS will donate 100 percent of each ring sale to BCRF, with more than $60,000 donated since 2020.
  • Globally, breast cancer causes the greatest number of cancer-related deaths among women, and incidence rates are on the rise.
  • "Breast cancer has impacted so many of those close to me, to our employees, and to our customers.

The Estée Lauder Companies Launches 2023 Breast Cancer Campaign: Beautifully United to Help End Breast Cancer

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Friday, September 29, 2023

For more than 30 years, The Estée Lauder Companies’ Breast Cancer Campaign (The Campaign) has been dedicated to advancing the possibility of a breast cancer-free world for all.

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  • For more than 30 years, The Estée Lauder Companies’ Breast Cancer Campaign (The Campaign) has been dedicated to advancing the possibility of a breast cancer-free world for all.
  • This October, The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) honors Breast Cancer Awareness Month by launching The Campaign in support of the global breast cancer community.
  • Together, The Estée Lauder Companies’ Breast Cancer Campaign and The Estée Lauder Companies Charitable Foundation (ELCCF) have funded more than $118 million globally for life saving research, education, and medical services, with more than $93 million funding medical research through the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF).
  • The call to end breast cancer is more urgent than ever as breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer worldwide.

SmartStop Self Storage Continues Its Dedicated Support for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation for a Remarkable Sixth Consecutive Year

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (“SmartStop” or the “Company”), a self-managed and fully integrated self-storage company, announced today its continued partnership with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation® (BCRF) for the month of October.

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  • SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (“SmartStop” or the “Company”), a self-managed and fully integrated self-storage company, announced today its continued partnership with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation® (BCRF) for the month of October.
  • This marks the sixth consecutive year that SmartStop has partnered with the organization to support critical work on breast cancer research.
  • BCRF is the largest private funder of breast cancer research—and metastatic breast cancer research—worldwide and is the highest-rated breast cancer organization in the United States.
  • “We are honored to support the Breast Cancer Research Foundation in their relentless pursuit of a world free from breast cancer.

BLOOMINGDALE'S ANNOUNCES ANNUAL PINK CAMPAIGN WITH THE LAUNCH OF ITS AQUA X KERRI ROSENTHAL COLLECTION

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bloomingdale's today announces AQUA x Kerri Rosenthal, a special collection that serves as an addition to its annual Pink Campaign.  The continuation of the retailer's Give Pink, Get More initiative reinforces its long standing commitment to supporting breast cancer awareness. Over the past 18 years, Bloomingdale's has raised over $17 million for both the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) and the Tutu Project.

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  • The retailer's annual Give Pink, Get More campaign will benefit its two long-standing partners, the
    NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bloomingdale's today announces AQUA x Kerri Rosenthal, a special collection that serves as an addition to its annual Pink Campaign.
  • The 46- piece AQUA x Kerri Rosenthal collection consists of a range of women's and girl's ready-to-wear, seasonal accessories, and home goods inspired by a painting Kerri created exclusively for Bloomingdale's in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness.
  • We are honored to now layer in yet another element to the activity this season with the launch of AQUA X Kerri Rosenthal."
  • Additional information on the Bloomingdale's PINK Campaign can be found HERE , and information on local PINK Yoga and PINK Party events can be found on Eventbrite in select markets.