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Operation Homefront Relieves Holiday Financial Stress for Military Families through Nationwide Toy Drive with Dollar Tree

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For the 17th consecutive year, Dollar Tree customers are invited to purchase holiday toys for distribution to military children across the country. Operation Homefront's Holiday Toy Drive is a program designed to ease the financial burdens that often accompany the holiday season for junior- and mid-grade (E1-E6) service members and their families. The program distributed more than $5.9 million worth of Dollar Tree toys to military families nationwide in 2022.

Key Points: 
  • Operation Homefront's Holiday Toy Drive is a program designed to ease the financial burdens that often accompany the holiday season for junior- and mid-grade (E1-E6) service members and their families.
  • The program distributed more than $5.9 million worth of Dollar Tree toys to military families nationwide in 2022.
  • Each year, Operation Homefront volunteers collect the toys to be distributed at the nonprofit's nationwide holiday events and by on-base Family Readiness Groups.
  • "By supporting the Holiday Toy Drive, Dollar Tree serves as a resource for providing toys to kids across the country - and it's through our customers' generosity that we're able to ensure military families are cared for during the holiday season."

Big Brothers Big Sisters Toronto and Eight Capital Raise $600,000 to Serve Regent Park Community

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Friday, November 25, 2022
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TORONTO, Nov. 25, 2022 /CNW/ - More Toronto children and youth facing adversity will have access to positive mentorship opportunities thanks to the partnership between Big Brothers Big Sisters of Toronto (BBBST) and independent investment bank Eight Capital.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 25, 2022 /CNW/ - More Toronto children and youth facing adversity will have access to positive mentorship opportunities thanks to the partnership between Big Brothers Big Sisters of Toronto (BBBST) and independent investment bank Eight Capital.
  • This donation is especially welcome at this time as BBBST is preparing to open a new office in Regent Park.
  • Eight Capital's donation will be used towards a Full Community Sponsorship supporting the Regent Park Community.
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters of Toronto (BBBST) has been working for over a century to serve the diverse and ever-changing needs of Toronto's marginalized and underserved communities.

Operation Homefront and Dollar Tree Team Up to Support Military Families

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Monday, November 7, 2022
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The program distributed more than $5 million worth of Dollar Tree toys to military families across the country in 2021.

Key Points: 
  • The program distributed more than $5 million worth of Dollar Tree toys to military families across the country in 2021.
  • About Dollar Tree: Dollar Tree, a Fortune 200 Company, operates more than 16,000 stores across 48 states and five Canadian provinces.
  • Stores operate under the brands of Dollar Tree, Family Dollar, and Dollar Tree Canada.
  • Thanks to the generosity of our donors and the support from thousands of volunteers, Operation Homefront proudly serves Americas military families.

73% of Americans Favor Occupational License Reforms for Military Families, as Veterans Day Approaches

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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More than one in five Americans works in an industry that requires an occupational license.

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  • More than one in five Americans works in an industry that requires an occupational license.
  • Through no fault of their own, these spouses are uniquely disenfranchised by laws restricting out-of-state recognition of such licenses.
  • Thats because nearly 15% of military spouses move across state lines in any given year, compared to just 1.1% of civilian spouses.
  • One in five military families is, right now at this moment, struggling to maintain an occupational license, said Merit Co-founder and COO Jacob Orrin.

JAMIS Software Sponsoring DHG 27th Annual Government Contracting Conference

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022
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SAN DIEGO, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- JAMIS Software will be a major sponsor of Dixon Hughes Goodman's 2022 GovCon Conference, being held on April 28th in Tysons Corner, Virginia. The DHG GovCon Conference is a great opportunity for government contracting executives and leading advisors to meet with their peers and discuss issues facing the government contracting industry. At the conference, DHG will provide an annual update with in-depth commentary and insights on current topics.

Key Points: 
  • The DHG GovCon Conference is a great opportunity for government contracting executives and leading advisors to meet with their peers and discuss issues facing the government contracting industry.
  • At the conference, DHG will provide an annual update with in-depth commentary and insights on current topics.
  • "We have an excellent relationship with Dixon Hughes Goodman and we are proud to be a sponsor for their annual conference again," stated Jeff Noolas, CEO of JAMIS Software.
  • More information can be found here: https://www.dhg.com/industries/government-contracting/government-contrac...
    About JAMIS Software: JAMIS Software Corporation is the only U.S.-based private ERP solution provider exclusively focused on government contractors.

Operation Homefront to Lift Financial Burden for Military Families Through Nationwide Toy Drive With Dollar Tree

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Monday, November 1, 2021
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Each year, Operation Homefront volunteers collect the toys to be distributed at the nonprofits nationwide holiday events and by on-base Family Readiness Groups.

Key Points: 
  • Each year, Operation Homefront volunteers collect the toys to be distributed at the nonprofits nationwide holiday events and by on-base Family Readiness Groups.
  • "Dollar Tree is very proud to partner once again with Operation Homefront through their annual Holiday Toy Drive and serve military families who are often far from their loved ones during the holiday season," said Chelle Davis, Dollar Tree spokesperson.
  • About Dollar Tree: Dollar Tree, a Fortune 200 Company, operates more than 15,000 stores across 48 states and five Canadian provinces.
  • Stores operate under the brands of Dollar Tree, Family Dollar, and Dollar Tree Canada.

Intrepid’s Fall Release Enables Seamless Blended Learning Experiences

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Wednesday, October 27, 2021
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Were very excited to release the Events feature, said Rachel Elfenbein, Director, Product Management at Intrepid, Because engagement goes up the more learning options you can provide learners.

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  • Were very excited to release the Events feature, said Rachel Elfenbein, Director, Product Management at Intrepid, Because engagement goes up the more learning options you can provide learners.
  • Based on our experience, the combination of digital collaborative learning followed by VILT cohort sessions, what we call CLX or Collaborative Learning Experience, creates a great learning experience for the participants.
  • To learn more about Intrepids collaborative learning offering and the blended learning options the new feature enhances, please visit Intrepids resource library at www.intrepidlearning.com/resources or product page at www.intrepidlearning.com/features .
  • Intrepid by VitalSource is a collaborative learning platform that empowers organizations to solve high-stakes business challenges through engaging and applied learning at scale.

Bellabeat Introduces Ivy, The Highly Anticipated Edgy-Meets-Elegant Smart Bracelet For Women

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Thursday, September 23, 2021
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Bellabeat is a women-led wellness tech brand, spearheading modern daily health management through trackers that blend fashion with function.

Key Points: 
  • Bellabeat is a women-led wellness tech brand, spearheading modern daily health management through trackers that blend fashion with function.
  • With Ivy, women automatically receive a complementary Bellabeat Premium membership that works as a personal guide, based on expert support.
  • The Bellabeat team is behind the disruptive Leaf health tracking jewelry for women and the first smart water bottle powered by AI.
  • Bellabeat is now revolutionizing the FemTech space, by taking natural cycles into account when creating its guided programs and Ivy Smart Bracelet, helping women to reach their health goals more effectively and enjoyably.

JAMIS' Customer, Cask Government Services; One of Only Four Authorized as a CMMC Third Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO) by the CMMC-AB

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Thursday, September 16, 2021
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SAN DIEGO, Sept. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --JAMIS Software is excited to announce their client and JAMIS CMMC Readiness Group member, Cask Government Services, is an Authorized CMMC Third Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO) by the CMMC-AB (CMMC Accreditation Body).

Key Points: 
  • SAN DIEGO, Sept. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --JAMIS Software is excited to announce their client and JAMIS CMMC Readiness Group member, Cask Government Services, is an Authorized CMMC Third Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO) by the CMMC-AB (CMMC Accreditation Body).
  • The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is required for contracts, products, services and supply chains to protect Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
  • Cask Government Services practitioners draw upon deep experience in providing DoD assessments and technical expertise, while working in focused teams of skilled resources.
  • About JAMIS Software: JAMIS Software Corporation is the only U.S.-based private ERP solution provider exclusively focused on government contractors.

The USAA Foundation, Inc. Donates $500,000 to Assist with Hurricane Ida Recovery

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Friday, September 3, 2021
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Hurricane Ida hit on a particularly poignant day as it was the 16th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, a historic storm that hit the same region.

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  • Hurricane Ida hit on a particularly poignant day as it was the 16th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, a historic storm that hit the same region.
  • "This funding will jumpstart our efforts to getting Greyshirts on the ground to assist in Louisiana and Mississippi's recovery."
  • American Red Cross had approximately 650 volunteers on the ground prior to Hurricane Ida making landfall.
  • For more information about USAA, follow us on Facebook or Twitter (@USAA), or visit usaa.com.