The Hidden Hero

Col. Jennifer Pritzker Named Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s Caregiver Ally Award Recipient

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

Chicago, Oct. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TAWANI Enterprises is pleased to announce its President and CEO, Col. Jennifer Pritzker, was named the 2023 Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s Caregiver Ally award recipient during the Foundation’s annual Heroes & History Makers celebration on October 11 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C.

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  • Chicago, Oct. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TAWANI Enterprises is pleased to announce its President and CEO, Col. Jennifer Pritzker, was named the 2023 Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s Caregiver Ally award recipient during the Foundation’s annual Heroes & History Makers celebration on October 11 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C.
  • Hidden Heroes encourages military caregivers to connect to resources and inspires individuals and organizations to support military caregivers in their communities.
  • She is also the founder of three non-profits: Pritzker Military Foundation, TAWANI Foundation, and the Pritzker Military Museum & Library.
  • The gift, which will be payable over four years, will support the Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s caregiver programs and community outreach.

Principle Business Enterprises and Elizabeth Dole Foundation Exceed Goal to Benefit Veterans, Caregivers by Nearly $100,000

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

DUNBRIDGE, Ohio, Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ohio-based incontinence product manufacturer Principle Business Enterprises, Inc. (PBE), and the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, a Washington, D.C. nonprofit that advocates for military caregivers, exceeded their joint goal for a year-long fundraising drive, with contributions totaling $295,000 to provide essential relief to these "Hidden Heroes."

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  • According to AARP , 23% of caregivers find it hard to take care of their own health and believe caregiving has made their health worse.
  • Over the past 12 months, the Elizabeth Dole Foundation sought donations to match a $100,000 gift from the Principle Family Fund, a philanthropic affiliate established by PBE's founding family.
  • The Foundation nearly doubled that goal by collecting $195,000 from donors in support of this cause.
  • Principle Business Enterprises (PBE), Inc., manufactures high-performance absorbent products and footwear safety solutions with applications in healthcare, industrial processing and in-home settings.

Lehigh County Joins a Growing Movement of Nearly 200 Communities Nationwide Committed to Empowering Military Caregivers in their Hometowns

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Friday, August 12, 2022

LEHIGH COUNTY, Pa., Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --AARP Pennsylvania joined Lehigh County officials and PA Dole Fellow Georgette Wenton as Lehigh County became a Hidden Heroes County, joining the Elizabeth Dole Foundation's network of nearly 200 communities nationwide committed to identifying military caregivers and increasing awareness and support.

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  • LEHIGH COUNTY, Pa., Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --AARP Pennsylvania joined Lehigh County officials and PA Dole Fellow Georgette Wenton as Lehigh County became a Hidden Heroes County, joining the Elizabeth Dole Foundation's network of nearly 200 communities nationwide committed to identifying military caregivers and increasing awareness and support.
  • This partnership has included creating the Respite Relief Program for Military and Veteran Caregivers nationwide in February 2021.
  • "On behalf of our 1.8 million members, AARP Pennsylvania is proud that another Keystone State community is making that support more visible in Lehigh County."
  • "Lehigh County is pleased to have been recognized for our work to help veterans and members of our armed services," said Armstrong.

73rd ANNUAL CHRISTOPHER AWARD WINNERS CELEBRATE STORIES OF PEOPLE WHO BRING LIGHT INTO DARK SITUATIONS

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Tuesday, April 26, 2022

NEW YORK, April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Themes of healing, justice, service, building bridges, and overcoming steep odds are reflected in the 22 films, TV programs, and books for adults and young people being honored with Christopher Awards in the program's 73rd year. Winners include beloved chef and PBS host Lidia Bastianich, Olympic gold medalist and advocate for sexual abuse victims Aly Raisman, and broadcaster and executive producer Robin Roberts. In addition, the PBS series Masterpiece: All Creatures Great and Small has earned the 2022 Christopher Spirit Award.

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  • Winners include beloved chef and PBS host Lidia Bastianich, Olympic gold medalist and advocate for sexual abuse victims Aly Raisman, and broadcaster and executive producer Robin Roberts.
  • In addition, the PBS series Masterpiece: All Creatures Great and Small has earned the 2022 Christopher Spirit Award.
  • The Christopher Awards celebrate writers, producers, directors, authors, and illustrators whose work "affirms the highest values of the human spirit" and reflects the Christopher motto, "It's better to light one candle than to curse the darkness."
  • Winners in the various categories are:
    Aly Raisman: Darkness to Light (Lifetime)follows the Olympic gold medalist as she meets fellow sexual abuse survivors and learns about their trauma, pursuit of justice, and ongoing journey toward healing.

Hidden Heroes of Technology in the Spotlight

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Friday, April 22, 2022

NEW YORK, April 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Did you realize that the core principles of social media were invented while Mark Zuckerberg — the symbol of the social media age — was still in kindergarten? You rely on stable digital networks every day, but do you know the woman whose brilliant design several decades ago made reliable networks possible?

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  • Meet Hidden Heroes, a new publication designed to tell their stories and pay them the tribute they deserve.
  • "In the technology industry, there are a number of success stories of well-known tech CEOs who make billions of dollars.
  • Hidden Heroes is the new publication created by Netguru and written by Steven Johnson, the well-known science and technology author, television host, and TED speaker.
  • Each month, one Hidden Heroes story will be revealed at hiddenheroes.netguru.com and available for free without any limits.

Hidden Heroes of Technology in the Spotlight

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Thursday, April 21, 2022

NEW YORK, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Did you realize that the core principles of social media were invented while Mark Zuckerberg — the symbol of the social media age — was still in kindergarten? You rely on stable digital networks every day, but do you know the woman whose brilliant design several decades ago made reliable networks possible?

Key Points: 
  • Meet Hidden Heroes, a new publication designed to tell their stories and pay them the tribute they deserve.
  • "In the technology industry, there are a number of success stories of well-known tech CEOs who make billions of dollars.
  • Hidden Heroes is the new publication created by Netguru and written by Steven Johnson, the well-known science and technology author, television host, and TED speaker.
  • Each month, one Hidden Heroes story will be revealed at hiddenheroes.netguru.com and available for free without any limits.

Elizabeth Dole Foundation Launches Financial Assistance Fund for Military Caregivers with Bob & Dolores Hope Foundation

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Monday, April 4, 2022

WASHINGTON, April 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Elizabeth Dole Foundation has launched The Hope Fund for Critical Financial Assistance to offer immediate financial aid to vulnerable military caregivers. With generous support from the Bob & Dolores Hope Foundation, the Foundation will provide dedicated financial grants in times of crisis for Americans caring for a wounded, ill, or injured veteran at home. The Hope Fund is the centerpiece of a phased approach at the Foundation for creating healthier caregiving families. Caregivers can apply for assistance at https://hiddenheroes.org/find-help/hopefund/.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Elizabeth Dole Foundation has launched The Hope Fund for Critical Financial Assistance to offer immediate financial aid to vulnerable military caregivers.
  • With generous support from the Bob & Dolores Hope Foundation, the Foundation will provide dedicated financial grants in times of crisis for Americans caring for a wounded, ill, or injured veteran at home.
  • The Hope Fund for Critical Financial Assistance is open to all military caregivers, regardless of when their veteran served.
  • Bob & Dolores Hope Foundation ( BobHope.org ) supports organizations that bring "Hope" to those in need and those who served to protect our nation.

New Chicken Soup for the Soul Streaming Service Launches

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Thursday, November 4, 2021

The Chicken Soup for the Soul streaming service will carry thousands of hours of womens lifestyle content as well as thousands of TV shows and movies.

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  • The Chicken Soup for the Soul streaming service will carry thousands of hours of womens lifestyle content as well as thousands of TV shows and movies.
  • Giving our audience access to the new Chicken Soup for the Soul streaming service is a great way for us to work together and strengthen both brands.
  • The Chicken Soup for the Soul streaming service joins Crackle Pluss family of free, on-demand offerings including Crackle, Popcornflix and Truli.
  • Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment is a subsidiary of Chicken Soup for the Soul, LLC, which publishes the famous book series and produces super-premium pet food under the Chicken Soup for the Soul brand name.