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Trustmark Increases Corporate Giving through the Trustmark Foundation

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Wednesday, December 21, 2022

National employee benefits provider Trustmark is significantly increasing its commitment to community support in 2022 with a one-time $8 million contribution to its philanthropic entity, the Trustmark Foundation.

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  • National employee benefits provider Trustmark is significantly increasing its commitment to community support in 2022 with a one-time $8 million contribution to its philanthropic entity, the Trustmark Foundation.
  • The additional donation endows the Foundation at a level that vastly increases the impact Trustmark can make in our efforts to help underserved communities thrive.”
    The Trustmark Foundation was established in 1984 to advance the company’s commitment to supporting underserved communities and enhancing health and overall wellbeing.
  • Looking ahead, Trustmark Foundation giving will continue to be guided by Trustmark’s mission to improve health and wellbeing for everyone.
  • In addition, the Trustmark Foundation supports causes and organizations nominated by Trustmark employees through the Associate Giving Program.

Make An Impact Foundation Opens New Playground in Toulminville Area of Mobile, Alabama

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Friday, December 16, 2022

The goal is to provide kids in the area with a safe space to play, exercise and meet other local children.

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  • The goal is to provide kids in the area with a safe space to play, exercise and meet other local children.
  • “Making an impact in children’s lives is a priority for our Foundation,” explained Dale Gillmore, Founder and Board Chairman of Make An Impact Foundation.
  • About Make An Impact Foundation:
    The mission of Make An Impact Foundation (MAIF), a 501(c)(3), is to promote the education and well-being of children.
  • FOX10 is teaming up with Miracle , United Way of Southwest Alabama , and Make An Impact to build a brand new playground for Mobile area families.

The Chelsea Groton Foundation Awards $173K in Grants to Area Non-Profits this Fall, Surpasses $500,000 in Total Giving to Community This Year

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Friday, December 2, 2022

Inclusive of these donations, the Foundation has provided over $5.5 million in total grants to the community since 1998.

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  • Inclusive of these donations, the Foundation has provided over $5.5 million in total grants to the community since 1998.
  • An additional $5,000 sponsorship was also promised by Chelsea Groton for the programs berth in Norwich next summer.
  • For 168 years, Chelsea Groton has been committed to supporting organizations that are critical to the success of our shared community.
  • Based in Groton, Conn., Chelsea Groton Bank is a full-service mutually owned bank with over $1.6 billion in assets.

Ryder Sets Employee Giving Record with $1 Million Donation to United Way

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

The total 2022 donation includes employee pledges and a contribution from the Ryder Charitable Foundation.

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  • The total 2022 donation includes employee pledges and a contribution from the Ryder Charitable Foundation.
  • Providing support and giving back in the communities where Ryder employees live and work is an inherent part of the culture at Ryder.
  • This year, we saw record employee participation and, for the first time in the 40-plus-year United Way relationship, Ryder will donate $1 million to the United Way to support local communities across the country where Ryder employees work and live.
  • Providing support and giving back in the communities where Ryder employees work and live is an inherent part of our culture at Ryder.

Assurant Raises More Than $340,000 for United Way in Annual Global 5K Race

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Monday, November 14, 2022

Throughout October, Assurant employees in Atlanta, Miami and across the globe participated in a 5K run in support of the United Way.

Key Points: 
  • Throughout October, Assurant employees in Atlanta, Miami and across the globe participated in a 5K run in support of the United Way.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221114005090/en/
    Throughout October, Assurant hosted its annual 5K events to benefit the United Way.
  • Funds raised will benefit United Way partners in these Assurant locations: Toronto, Hamilton and Kingston, Ontario in Canada; Florence; Scottsdale; Woodbury; Springfield; Mexico; Puerto Rico; Miami; and Atlanta.
  • The Assurant 5K for United Way is one way our employee volunteers strengthen communities by supporting charitable partners that help protect where people live and can thrive.

Hormel Foods Appoints Scott Aakre as Senior Vice President of Brand Fuel

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022

AUSTIN, Minn., Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL), a Fortune 500 global branded food company, today announced the appointment of Scott Aakre as senior vice president of Brand Fuel, the company's newest center of excellence focused on consumer insights and innovation for its portfolio of more than 30 leading brands.

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  • Aakre's appointment follows the company's recent announcement of an operating model evolution that includes a new Retail segment, powered by a Brand Fuel center of excellence.
  • Brand Fuel will be the hub for innovation, consumer and shopper insights, brand diagnostics and supporting technology to enable connections with consumers where and how they shop and eat.
  • "Our iconic and industry-leading brands will continue to require a strategic focus and investment," said Jim Snee, chairman of the board, president and chief executive officer of Hormel Foods.
  • He assumed his current position as vice president of corporate innovation and new product development in 2011.

New Partnership between United Way Association of South Carolina and Unite Us Creates a Model for Better Care Across the State

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022

COLUMBIA, S.C., Oct. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The United Way Association of South Carolina (UWASC) today announced a groundbreaking new partnership with Unite Us, the enterprise technology company connecting health and social care, through which United Ways across South Carolina will leverage Unite Us' technology to securely send and receive referrals, and track outcomes in a person-centered model.

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  • United Ways in South Carolina will join Unite South Carolina so that theyand all their member community-based organizations (CBOs)are connected by Unite Us' technology solution within one, comprehensive, closed-loop referral network.
  • This first-of-its kind partnership helps usher in an era of value-based care in South Carolina.
  • Several United Ways across the state have already joined the Unite South Carolina network.
  • About United Way Association of South Carolina:
    United Way Association of South Carolina (UWASC) works to maximize the capacity and effectiveness of local United Ways and provide leadership on issues that impact the quality of life of South Carolina residents.

3M and United Way partner to provide more than 4,000 free meals for those in need throughout local communities this Fall

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Friday, September 16, 2022

3M Harvest Lunch began as a local initiative 18 years ago, in partnership with United Way Elgin Middlesex in London, Ontario.

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  • 3M Harvest Lunch began as a local initiative 18 years ago, in partnership with United Way Elgin Middlesex in London, Ontario.
  • It is imperative that organizations step up to help, and 3M is committed to helping to build and enhance strong, vibrant communities.
  • The communities in London, Elgin, Middlesex, Brockville, Perth, and surrounding areas can help support the 3M Harvest Lunch by purchasing meals for those in need by visiting the local United Way chapter in the area.
  • We are proud to partner with the United Way to further expand the reach and impact of the 3M Harvest Lunch across Ontario."

Brighton Health Plan Solutions Named Top Workplace on Long Island

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Friday, September 2, 2022

NEW YORK, Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- New York-based healthcare enablement company Brighton Health Plan Solutions has been named a 2022 Top Workplace in Long Island by Schneps Media, the Long Island Press and Dan's Papers.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- New York-based healthcare enablement company Brighton Health Plan Solutions has been named a 2022 Top Workplace in Long Island by Schneps Media, the Long Island Press and Dan's Papers.
  • Brighton Health Plan Solutions (Brighton) is an innovative healthcare enablement company based inNew York Cityon a mission to improve how healthcare is accessed and delivered in the self-funded health plan market.
  • We believe extraordinary things happen when everyone works together health systems, providers, carriers and TPAs, self-insured plan sponsors, and members alike.
  • Together with our trusted partners, we are transforming the health plan experience with the promise of turning today's challenges into tomorrow's solutions.

ViewSonic Celebrates 35th Anniversary with Continued Transformation, Strategic Solutions and Ongoing Innovation

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Thursday, September 1, 2022

ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solutions, celebrates its 35th anniversary.

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  • ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solutions, celebrates its 35th anniversary.
  • We expanded to other product lines and achieved tremendous success in corporate, consumer, and education segments, said James Chu, CEO of ViewSonic.
  • To respond to the fast-changing environment, we started to transform our company and develop solutions by integrating hardware, software, and services.
  • Trademark footnote: ViewSonic and the ViewSonic trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of ViewSonic Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.