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HanesBrands Announces $2 million Investment in Historically Black Colleges and Universities as Part of Commitment to Creating Opportunity for All

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, January 13, 2022

HanesBrands , a global leader in iconic apparel brands, today announced a $2 million investment in three historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs).

Key Points: 
  • HanesBrands , a global leader in iconic apparel brands, today announced a $2 million investment in three historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs).
  • The investment will build on HanesBrands commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, providing opportunities for underrepresented minorities and building pipelines of diverse talent.
  • Inclusion is at the core of who we are as a company, and we are committed to creating opportunity for all, said Steve Bratspies, CEO of HanesBrands.
  • HanesBrands will engage students at the universities who are studying Information Technology, Data Analytics, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Marketing, Fashion Design and Merchandising.

Blue Ocean Partners with the Student Support Network to Improve the Lives of Baltimore County Students

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, December 14, 2021

In November, Blue Ocean partnered with the Student Support Network , working with Councilwoman Vicki Almond, to further the organization's vision of providing food, advocacy, support, and other basic necessities to impoverished students throughout Baltimore County.

Key Points: 
  • In November, Blue Ocean partnered with the Student Support Network , working with Councilwoman Vicki Almond, to further the organization's vision of providing food, advocacy, support, and other basic necessities to impoverished students throughout Baltimore County.
  • The need for the Student Support Network has continued to grow as students have returned to classrooms in 2021.
  • Recently, Blue Ocean team members contributed over 150 items to the Owings Mills High School "Nest," and $3,000 for "A Night for the Network," the Student Support Network's key fundraising event.
  • The Student Support Network improves the lives of Baltimore County students living in poverty by providing food, other basic necessities, and advocacy support.