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Convergint Celebrates 22nd Annual Convergint Social Responsibility Day Globally, with Over $3 Million in Donations, Including Security Upgrades for Schools and Community Organizations

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Friday, June 9, 2023
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Today, more than 9,200 Convergint colleagues across 200+ global offices have the opportunity to give back to their communities as part of the company’s 22nd annual Convergint Social Responsibility Day.

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  • Today, more than 9,200 Convergint colleagues across 200+ global offices have the opportunity to give back to their communities as part of the company’s 22nd annual Convergint Social Responsibility Day.
  • are also upgrading security systems at 32 schools as part of the company’s STEP Up program .
  • This year’s projects include installing security, fire, and life safety technology to protect schools and community centers, volunteering at wildlife rescues and animal care organizations, and supporting veteran service organizations.
  • To date, more than 100 security and life safety projects have been completed by Convergint and donated to schools through this program.

Whitney Houston's Gospel Legacy Lives On with New Album and Documentary ‘I Go to the Rock: The Gospel Music of Whitney Houston’

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Friday, March 24, 2023
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Gaither Music Group, Arista/Legacy Recordings and The Estate of Whitney E. Houston release the long-awaited project I Go to the Rock: The Gospel Music of Whitney Houston. The album features 15 tracks, including six never-before-released songs, showcasing Whitney's deep love for gospel music, which profoundly influenced her life and career. The album is available on CD through Gaither Music Group and on all digital streaming platforms via Arista/Legacy Recordings.

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  • The album features 15 tracks, including six never-before-released songs, showcasing Whitney's deep love for gospel music, which profoundly influenced her life and career.
  • The album is available on CD through Gaither Music Group and on all digital streaming platforms via Arista/Legacy Recordings.
  • It features unforgettable performances at the NAACP Image Awards, at the American Music Awards, and at Ebony’s 50th Anniversary TV special.
  • I Go to the Rock: The Gospel Music of Whitney Houston will air on multiple TV networks, premiering Friday, March 24, at 8 p.m.

Astound Broadband Powered by RCN Boston Announces $100,000 in Donations to Two Boston Nonprofit Organizations: ABCD and Bridge Over Troubled Waters

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Friday, April 29, 2022
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BOSTON, April 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Astound Broadband powered by RCN ,formerly known as RCN Boston, an award-winning provider of high-speed internet, TV and phone services, announced donations of $100,000 to two Boston nonprofit organizations: Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) and Bridge Over Troubled Waters .

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  • BOSTON, April 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Astound Broadband powered by RCN ,formerly known as RCN Boston, an award-winning provider of high-speed internet, TV and phone services, announced donations of $100,000 to two Boston nonprofit organizations: Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) and Bridge Over Troubled Waters .
  • Astound Broadband is dedicated to ensuring equitable opportunities for all regardless of gender, ability, religion, orientation, socio-economic, racial, or ethnic background.
  • "Astound is committed to supporting organizations like ABCD and Bridge Over Troubled Waters whose work strengthen our community," said Sanford Ames, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Astound Broadband Powered by RCN.
  • Astound Broadband is comprised of organizations formerly known as RCN, Grande Communications, Wave Broadband, and enTouch.

Bridge Over Troubled Waters Welcomes Jill Greenthal and Jeffrey Halis to Board of Directors

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Friday, April 8, 2022
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BOSTON, April 8, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bridge Over Troubled Waters (Bridge) announces the addition of two new members to its Board of Directors, Jill Greenthal and Jeffrey Halis.

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  • Bridge Over Troubled Waters announces the addition of two new members to its Board of Directors, Jill Greenthal and Jeffrey Halis.
  • BOSTON, April 8, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bridge Over Troubled Waters (Bridge) announces the addition of two new members to its Board of Directors, Jill Greenthal and Jeffrey Halis.
  • I admire Bridge Over Troubled Waters' programs designed to transform youths' lives and help them grow into fulfilled, self-sufficient adulthood," said Mr. Halis.
  • "Bridge Over Troubled Waters is honored to announce that Jill and Jeff have joined our Board of Directors.

Bridge Over Troubled Waters Receives $200K to Expand Its Day Program for Homeless Youth

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Thursday, November 18, 2021
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BOSTON, Nov. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bridge Over Troubled Waters (Bridge) today announced that it has received $200,000 in grants from the Highland Street Foundation ($100,000) and the Kraft Family Foundation ($100,000) to expand its Transitional Day Program (TDP).

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  • BOSTON, Nov. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bridge Over Troubled Waters (Bridge) today announced that it has received $200,000 in grants from the Highland Street Foundation ($100,000) and the Kraft Family Foundation ($100,000) to expand its Transitional Day Program (TDP).
  • The TDP provides homeless and at-risk youth with hot meals, lockers, showers and laundry, and access to programs including life skills workshops and other educational opportunities.
  • "We know that youth are not just experiencing homelessness on weekdays and Bridge needs to be open every day that youth need us," said Elisabeth Jackson, CEO of Bridge Over Troubled Waters.
  • "The Kraft Family Foundation is honored to partner with Bridge Over Troubled Waters and the Highland street Foundation to grow the Transitional Day Program," said President of Kraft Family Philanthropies Josh Kraft.

Business Leader and Philanthropist Larry Fish Joins Bridge Over Troubled Waters as Chair of Board of Directors

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Thursday, September 30, 2021
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BOSTON, Sept. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bridge Over Troubled Waters (Bridge) announced that Larry Fish has been named Chair of its Board of Directors, building upon a relationship that Fish and his family have had with Bridge for more than a decade.

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  • BOSTON, Sept. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bridge Over Troubled Waters (Bridge) announced that Larry Fish has been named Chair of its Board of Directors, building upon a relationship that Fish and his family have had with Bridge for more than a decade.
  • "I'm enormously proud to join the Bridge Over Troubled Waters family and support the ever-more vital work of the organization," said Fish.
  • "Bridge Over Troubled Waters is honored to have Larry Fish as our new Board Chair.
  • Outgoing Board Chair Gloria Clough will continue to serve on the Bridge Board of Directors.