National Empowerment Center

VTEC, a Division of Opportunity Enterprises, Partners with ERI to Offer Basic Production Principles Certification Program

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

The program will create the opportunity for qualifying individuals to participate in a true post-secondary experience.

Key Points: 
  • The program will create the opportunity for qualifying individuals to participate in a true post-secondary experience.
  • Upon successful completion, individuals participating in this learning environment will receive an Ivy Tech certification in Basic Production Principles.
  • Further, ERI is an equal opportunity employer that makes employment and hiring decisions based on merit.
  • VTEC’s mission, as a division of Opportunity Enterprises, is to create inclusive and equitable opportunities for people of all abilities.

Liaoning Extensively Pursues International Cooperation to Drive Comprehensive Revitalization of the Region

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

The delegates also visited key enterprises and regions to deepen cooperation.

Key Points: 
  • The delegates also visited key enterprises and regions to deepen cooperation.
  • Headed by main leaders of Liaoning Province, the delegation first visited Germany between the 11th and the 13th, and made special visits to BMW Group and Siemens.
  • The multi-billion yuan fine chemical production base in Liaoning symbolizing continual in-depth cooperation between the two sides and is noted for its immense potentials.
  • Liaoning Province hopes to continue deepening and strengthening international cooperation to promote more practical achievements, with the goal of promoting comprehensive revitalization of the region.

SAFE Interns Gain Citizenship Insight, Spruce Up 'Single Mom Strong' Childcare Center

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

FOLSOM, Calif., Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Students from the Sacramento area's Cordova, Mesa Verde and Rio Linda high schools recently rolled up their sleeves to make a difference for single moms and their kids this summer.

Key Points: 
  • SAFE Credit Union summer interns learn about corporate citizenship and the power of giving back while volunteering at area childcare for single moms.
  • The students, enrolled in SAFE Credit Union's annual corporate summer internship program, painted classrooms and sorted donations for Citrus Heights-based Single Mom Strong at their Single Mom Empowerment Center.
  • "We are a very small team with a large mission," says Single Mom Strong founder and Executive Director Tara Taylor.
  • The center, home to Single Mom Strong's EmpowerME Preschool & Childcare programs, provides discounted, high-quality preschool and childcare to meet the needs of the children of single parents.

Golden 1 Credit Union Announces Multi-Million Dollar Investment to Strengthen Equity and Economic Inclusion in Under-Resourced Community

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Aug. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Golden 1 Credit Union (Golden 1) announced it has committed $10 million to Sacramento's Del Paso Heights neighborhood, a long-neglected, high-poverty area with a predominantly minority population. The Credit Union's five-year targeted investment will support key community organizations and projects in addition to opening a new Financial Resource Center in the heart of the neighborhood this year.

Key Points: 
  • The Credit Union's five-year targeted investment will support key community organizations and projects in addition to opening a new Financial Resource Center in the heart of the neighborhood this year.
  • "Credit Unions were founded on the values of equality, equity, and helping one another.
  • Additionally, two Grant Union High School students recently received Golden 1 college scholarships, which are awarded based on a student's academic achievements, community involvement, extracurricular activities, education, and career goals.
  • "Golden 1 is devoted to expanding our social and community impact programs to uplift communities throughout California and our work with the Del Paso Heights community is just the start," said Erica Taylor, Vice President of Communications and Community Relations for Golden 1 Credit Union.

Marriott International and University of Maryland SAFE Center Announce Nationwide Rollout of Hospitality Training Curriculum for Survivors of Trafficking

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

Designed with input from survivor consultants and field experts, the FiT Curriculum provides trauma-informed job readiness training for survivors interested in hospitality careers.

Key Points: 
  • Designed with input from survivor consultants and field experts, the FiT Curriculum provides trauma-informed job readiness training for survivors interested in hospitality careers.
  • We look forward to expanding our support to the SAFE Center for Human Trafficking Survivors as it scales the FiT Curriculum nationwide."
  • All English and Spanish-speaking adult survivors receiving services from the SAFE Center for Human Trafficking Survivors and subcontracted partner organizations will be eligible to participate in the training program.
  • "We have seen the profound effect hospitality training can have on survivors' wellbeing and autonomy," said Susan Esserman, SAFE Center Founder and Director.

The MolinaCares Accord Donates $1.2 Million in Nevada to Help Alleviate Health Disparities

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

The MolinaCares Accord (“MolinaCares”), in collaboration with Molina Healthcare of Nevada (“Molina”), is donating $1.2 million in community reinvestment grants to address health disparities for at-risk populations in Clark and Washoe Counties.

Key Points: 
  • The MolinaCares Accord (“MolinaCares”), in collaboration with Molina Healthcare of Nevada (“Molina”), is donating $1.2 million in community reinvestment grants to address health disparities for at-risk populations in Clark and Washoe Counties.
  • “The MolinaCares Accord is committed to improving the health and wellness of individuals in need,” said Rob Baughman, plan president of Molina Healthcare of Nevada.
  • Northern Nevada HOPES , Community Health Alliance , First Person Care Clinic , Nevada Health Centers , FirstMed Health and Wellness , Hope Christian Health Center , and Silver State Health will receive funds to provide care to the vulnerable populations they serve.
  • Grants will also help fund Crossroads of Southern Nevada , Human Behavior Institute , WC Health , and UNLV Mojave Clinic .

Starr Commonwealth Celebrates 110th Anniversary of Offering Hope, Healing to Children

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023

Today, Starr Commonwealth has expanded its support to reach children, families, professionals and communities around the globe by working to heal trauma and build resilience in new and innovative ways.

Key Points: 
  • Today, Starr Commonwealth has expanded its support to reach children, families, professionals and communities around the globe by working to heal trauma and build resilience in new and innovative ways.
  • Direct behavioral health services : Community-based and in-home programs serve as preventative and early interventional measures designed to help children and families flourish.
  • "Our country is facing an unparalleled crisis when it comes to the mental health of our children and teens," Starr President and CEO Elizabeth Carey said.
  • We dedicate this special anniversary year to sharing the century-plus expertise we have gained from supporting children and families through some of their darkest hours.

French Toast Schoolwear Partners with Give Back Box and Friendship House This Holiday Season

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Tuesday, November 22, 2022

WILMINGTON, Del., Nov. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- French Toast, the leading schoolwear brand has expanded its partnership with Friendship House, a non-profit organization serving the Delaware community to include Give Back Box, a program that facilitates circularity and sustainability by coordinating free shipping for charitable donations and repurposing existing packaging and previously used boxes. French Toast had partnered with Friendship House to gift schoolwear to schools throughout the state through a series of clothing drops for back-to-school. Now, communities everywhere can continue to support by simply donating their gently used French Toast schoolwear via the Give Back Box program using a prepaid shipping label mailed directly to the Friendship House team.

Key Points: 
  • French Toast had partnered with Friendship House to gift schoolwear to schools throughout the state through a series of clothing drops for back-to-school.
  • Now, communities everywhere can continue to support by simply donating their gently used French Toast schoolwear via the Give Back Box program using a prepaid shipping label mailed directly to the Friendship House team.
  • "We're thrilled to expand our partnership with Friendship House through this holiday season, with the added benefit of working with the Give Back Box program to encourage the community to support this cause with us," said Stephen Ashear, President of French Toast.
  • We are sincerely grateful to French Toast and Friendship House for their partnership to further this initiative and directly benefit families."

The Center to Gift 100 Acts of Radical Care to Mark 1 Year Anniversary

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Friday, September 16, 2022

Jen Hutter, Executive Director, explains, "radical self-care is caring for oneself in the present moment.

Key Points: 
  • Jen Hutter, Executive Director, explains, "radical self-care is caring for oneself in the present moment.
  • She elaborates, "It's radical becausetaking time to care for yourself creates a ripple effect, positively impacting you, those around you, and those around them."
  • On September 20th, to celebrate its one-year anniversary, The Center is hosting a special event "Center & Celebrate," to give back to the community in a big way.
  • The Center is committed to making radical self-care accessible sowe all can thrive and lead more intentional lives.

French Toast Schoolwear Partners with Friendship House to Provide Families and Students with Much Needed Schoolwear Items This Back-to-School

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Friday, July 29, 2022

WILMINGTON, Del., July 29, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The schoolwear brand French Toast has announced a partnership with Friendship House, a nonprofit organization serving communities in Delaware. French Toast has donated nearly $40,000 in schoolwear toward thirteen schools, impacting hundreds of students from kindergarten to 12th Grade and their families. This initiative will offer additional families in the greater Wilmington area access to French Toast schoolwear, giving students both the tools and confidence to succeed alongside their peers in the classroom this upcoming school year.

Key Points: 
  • French Toast has donated nearly $40,000 in schoolwear toward thirteen schools, impacting hundreds of students from kindergarten to 12th Grade and their families.
  • "At French Toast, we are dedicated to making the best possible schoolwear accessible to all kids and all families.
  • The partnership with Friendship House enables us to support Delaware communities directly to make an immediate impact on families in need," said Stephen Ashear, President of French Toast.
  • Together, Friendship House and French Toast aim to deliver clothing to thirteen schools so that additional children receive access to the schoolwear.