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The Arts Council of Greater Greensboro (The ACGG) Empowers Local Arts and Cultural Organizations through the New Creative Investment Organizational Sustainability and Resiliency Initiative.

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

Over the course of February to July 2023, this endeavor engaged 27 participating organizations in a comprehensive program centered around Steve's acclaimed book, "The Sustainability Mindset."

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  • Over the course of February to July 2023, this endeavor engaged 27 participating organizations in a comprehensive program centered around Steve's acclaimed book, "The Sustainability Mindset."
  • The key learnings and takeaways from this phase encompassed:
    The clear identification of intended impact, target audiences, and desired outcomes.
  • Laura Way, President + CEO at The ACGG, said, “We must be focused on sustainability and resiliency within our arts sector.
  • This work would not be possible without the guidance from the NCAC and Guilford County and their support of our initiative, the New Creative Investment.

Sun Life and the Royals celebrate 5 years of #StrikeoutDiabetes campaign; raise $50,000 for Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City

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Thursday, September 22, 2022

and KANSAS CITY, Mo., Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the Royals approach the close of the baseball season, Royals Charities and Sun Life have closed out the fifth annual #StrikeoutDiabetes campaign, which raises money to support diabetes prevention initiatives with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City.

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  • and KANSAS CITY, Mo., Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the Royals approach the close of the baseball season, Royals Charities and Sun Life have closed out the fifth annual #StrikeoutDiabetes campaign, which raises money to support diabetes prevention initiatives with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City.
  • "Many members of our community rely on Boys & Girls Clubs for activities and programs that help them live healthier lives," said Jason Roth, vice president of Resource Development, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City.
  • On the field at last night's game against the Minnesota Twins, Sun Life and the Royals presented a giant check for $50,000 to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City.
  • "We are pleased to continue this great program with Sun Life in supporting Boys & Girls Clubs, an important institution in Kansas City," said Amanda Grosdidier, senior director Community Investments & executive director of Royals Charities.

Ann Kidd Named 2022 Crain's Chicago Business Notable Leader in Community Development

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Mowery & Schoenfeld, LLC is proud to announce Ann Kidd, Director of Marketing, was named one of the 2022 Crains Chicago Business Notable Leaders in Community Development .

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  • Mowery & Schoenfeld, LLC is proud to announce Ann Kidd, Director of Marketing, was named one of the 2022 Crains Chicago Business Notable Leaders in Community Development .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220823005634/en/
    Mowery & Schoenfeld's Director of Marketing Ann Kidd has been named one of the 50 Notable Leaders in Community Development by Crains Chicago Business for 2022.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    In her role at Mowery & Schoenfeld, Ann focuses on marketing, communications, and people strategiesincluding launching service lines, participating in M&A projects, and internal branding.
  • Through our M&S Cares program, we prioritize giving back and provide opportunities for our team to support our larger community.

First Responders Children’s Foundation Announces Randy Acosta As Chief Development Officer

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Thursday, June 23, 2022

NEW YORK, June 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Jillian Crane, President and CEO of First Responders Children's Foundation, announced that Randy Acosta has been appointed Chief Marketing and Development Officer.

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  • NEW YORK, June 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Jillian Crane, President and CEO of First Responders Children's Foundation, announced that Randy Acosta has been appointed Chief Marketing and Development Officer.
  • Formerly as the Senior Vice President, Resource Development, for the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation, a national 501c3 youth development organization, Randy successfully cultivated, acquired, and maintained relationships with corporate, individual, and Foundation donors.
  • His ability to identify the needs of donors and their funding priorities makes him an invaluable asset to First Responders Children's Foundation.
  • Jillian Crane, President and CEO of First Responders Children Foundation, stated, We are delighted Randy Acosta is joining our team as Chief Development Officer.

OUTCOME GROUP TEAMS UP WITH JESSUP UNIVERSITY TO MANAGE AND EXPAND THEIR STUDENT LENDING PROGRAM

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Monday, May 23, 2022

ROCKLIN, Calif., May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Outcome Group Inc. (Outcome), an outcome-based education financing company, announced today that they will manage Jessup University's outcome-based financing program.

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  • As part of this agreement, Outcome will work with Jessup to significantly scale up the program, reducing out-of-pocket costs for up to 400 students a year.
  • Outcome's mission is to support the creation and expansion of sustainable, outcome-based lending and tuition receivables programs, increasing access to quality education.
  • The factors driving the decision include their deep commitment to student service, analytic capabilities, and their extensive higher education experience."
  • The University has been a national leader in providing outcomes-based lending options to their students, and Outcome Group is excited to partner with Jessup to enhance and expand this important program.

Shutterfly Partners with Fashion Icon Iris Apfel to Launch Exclusive NFT Holiday CryptoCard Collection

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Monday, November 29, 2021
Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211129005254/en/
    Shutterfly partners with fashion icon Iris Apfel to launch exclusive NFT Holiday CryptoCard Collection (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Underpinned by Shutterflys focus on unleashing the creator in everyone, the collection features rare and never-before-seen moments from Iris life.
  • With three pieces in the collection, each individual NFT is designed to unveil one holiday moment from Iris life.
  • Its extremely rewarding for us to partner with a creative icon like Iris for this NFT Holiday CryptoCard Collection because the proceeds from this auction support an incredible organization, Boy & Girls Clubs of America.
  • I am thrilled to partner with Shutterfly to create a one-of-a-kind NFT collection that unveils moments in my life that I hold near and dear to my heart, said fashion icon Iris Apfel.