Homelessness

Santa Clara County School Boards Association Recognizes Morgan Hill Unified School District with Hoffman Award for CARE Program

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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MORGAN HILL, Calif., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Santa Clara County School Boards Association (SCCSBA) has awarded the Morgan Hill Unified School District the prestigious Glenn Hoffmann Exemplary Program Award in the targeted student populations category.

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  • MORGAN HILL, Calif., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Santa Clara County School Boards Association (SCCSBA) has awarded the Morgan Hill Unified School District the prestigious Glenn Hoffmann Exemplary Program Award in the targeted student populations category.
  • This accolade recognizes the school district's outstanding commitment to supporting students through the Coordinated Advocacy and Resources for Education (CARE) program.
  • Following a tour of a Central California School District in 2017, the inception of the CARE program started to take shape.
  • The Morgan Hill Unified School District encompasses 296 square miles and serves the ethnically diverse population of Morgan Hill, San Martin and a small portion of south San Jose.

ELEVATE COMMERCIAL ROOFING SYSTEMS AND LINING OPENS LEED-CERTIFIED MANUFACTURING AND DISTRIBUTION CENTER IN SALT LAKE CITY

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Elevate™, a premier manufacturer of roofing, wall and lining systems, is proud to announce the grand opening of its new production and distribution facility in Salt Lake City. This new plant is the latest in a series of capital investments that Elevate has made since its acquisition by Holcim in 2021, and the LEED-certified green facility incorporates materials across the Holcim and Elevate portfolio in its construction and design. The state-of-the-art plant has the potential to triple the production capacity of Elevate ISOGARD™ polyiso insulation in the region and adds a production line for Elevate UNA-CLAD™ metal products – all to better serve customers in the West.

Key Points: 
  • This was the first and largest commercial project incorporating this new lower-impact cement in the Salt Lake City area.
  • The roofing comprises Elevate UltraPly™ TPO roofing membrane, Elevate ISOGARD insulation, and Elevate SunWave™ skylights.
  • The Salt Lake City plant replaces the prior Elevate polyiso plant in West Valley City, Utah.
  • To reinforce our support of the Salt Lake community, Elevate is making a monetary donation to The Road Home, a nonprofit agency that assists local individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

Former CFA Society Colorado President Tom Riley Recruited to Join Alpha Capital Family Office

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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DENVER, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alpha Capital Family Offices (ACFO) announces that it has recruited industry veteran Tom Riley, CFA® (Chartered Financial Analyst) to join and lead portfolio management at the firm.

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  • DENVER, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alpha Capital Family Offices (ACFO) announces that it has recruited industry veteran Tom Riley, CFA® (Chartered Financial Analyst) to join and lead portfolio management at the firm.
  • "Tom is one of the most talented portfolio managers I have seen in my four decades plus in the business," said Doug Campbell, founding partner at Alpha Capital Family Office.
  • Tom brings exceptional talent, and Alpha Capital Family Office is fortunate to have him join as an expert in portfolio management as well as a dynamic leader focused on growth."
  • Mr. Riley, who holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) designation, previously served as President and board member at the CFA® Society Colorado.

Union Home Mortgage Foundation Announces First Quarter Grant Recipients

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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STRONGSVILLE, Ohio, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Union Home Mortgage Foundation, the charitable arm of Union Home Mortgage whose mission is to equip families with the tools and resources needed to achieve economic self-sufficiency, has announced its grant recipients for the first quarter of 2024. The Foundation awarded grants to 13 nonprofits from across the country totaling $52,000. 

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  • Awardees include 13 nonprofits in Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, and Oklahoma
    STRONGSVILLE, Ohio, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Union Home Mortgage Foundation, the charitable arm of Union Home Mortgage whose mission is to equip families with the tools and resources needed to achieve economic self-sufficiency, has announced its grant recipients for the first quarter of 2024.
  • Since its inception in 2015, the Foundation has distributed more than $1 million in financial support to nonprofits in over 15 states.
  • For more information on the Union Home Mortgage Foundation, visit www.uhmfoundation.org , or email [email protected] .
  • The first quarter grant recipients are:
    Mustard Seed of Central FL: $2,500 to cover services for 32 families to have all basic household necessities to make their house a home.

Springboard Hospitality Partners with Procure Impact for Responsible Sourcing and Community Impact Efforts Across Portfolio of U.S. Hotels

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Springboard Hospitality, the leading hospitality management company with 48 independent and branded properties in 14 states throughout the U.S., announces its collaboration with Procure Impact, a B2B marketplace and procurement partner. By sourcing products from social enterprises dedicated to empowering individuals facing barriers to work, Springboard Hospitality will enhance the guest experience with new products—ranging from in-room coffee and snacks to wellness products like candles and bath salts—as well as demonstrate its commitment to driving social impact by uplifting and supporting vulnerable communities through its pledge of 5,000 hours of work.

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  • "We believe that every purchase has the power to make a difference," shares Ben Rafter, CEO of Springboard Hospitality.
  • "We believe that every purchase has the power to make a difference," shares Ben Rafter, CEO of Springboard Hospitality.
  • "At Procure Impact, we are proud to support Springboard Hospitality in its mission to drive social impact through responsible sourcing," said Jen Collins, President at Procure Impact.
  • As a fast-growing leader in the hospitality industry, Springboard Hospitality has pledged a goal of creating 5,000 hours of work through purchases on the Procure Impact platform.

ICON National Completes 450 Units for California's Homekey Project

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ICON National, a leader in construction solutions for the occupied renovation of affordable multifamily and senior housing communities, recently announced that they have completed 450 units of affordable living in California in light of the state's Homekey initiative to grow housing options for the unhoused.

Key Points: 
  • "We're very proud to be a part of California's Homekey project to expand housing options for underserved communities," said Justin Krueger, CEO of ICON National.
  • As industry leaders in occupied affordable housing renovations, ICON National recognizes the impact these projects have on the community, making the company a supporter of the cause.
  • "We're so proud to be a part of California's Homekey project to expand housing options for underserved communities," said Justin Krueger, CEO of ICON National.
  • Thus far, the construction solutions firm has contributed to six projects within the Homekey initiative, totaling 450 livable units.

Our Military Kids® Presents Courageous Kids Contest Winners

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
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OAKTON, Va., April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Our Military Kids®, a national nonprofit providing extracurricular activity grants to military children and teens, honors 12 extraordinary winners of its fourth annual Courageous Kids Contest during April's Month of the Military Child.

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  • OAKTON, Va., April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Our Military Kids® , a national nonprofit providing extracurricular activity grants to military children and teens, honors 12 extraordinary winners of its fourth annual Courageous Kids Contest during April's Month of the Military Child.
  • Our Military Kids®, a national nonprofit, honors 12 Courageous Kids Contest winners for the Month of the Military Child.
  • This year's Courageous Kids Contest was made possible thanks to Presenting Sponsors Fisher House Foundation and Navy Federal Credit Union.
  • All 12 winners will each receive a $300 cash stipend, award certificate, and have their story shared on OMK's digital platforms.

Jericho Project Looks to the Future in Celebrate! 2024 Empowering Tomorrow - Gala for Change

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Jericho Project, a nationally-acclaimed nonprofit ending homelessness for thousands of New Yorkers, will chart a bold course for the future as it honors its supporters, clients and advocates at Celebrate! 2024 Empowering Tomorrow - Gala for Change.

Key Points: 
  • 2024 Empowering Tomorrow - Gala for Change.
  • Jericho is part of a NYC effort to add 2,500 new supportive or affordable housing units over the next several years.
  • -- Tori Lyon, Jericho Project CEO
    NBC-4 New York Anchor Natalie Pasquarella will emcee the event, which will honor longstanding Jericho supporters TD Bank and The J Pilla Group Ltd., along with the Jericho Project Associate Board.
  • "Jericho is part of a New York City effort to add 2,500 new supportive or affordable housing units over the next several years," said Tori Lyon, CEO of Jericho Project.

Investing in London's Health & Homelessness Fund for Change

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Monday, April 15, 2024
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The Fund for Change supports solutions to address London's homelessness crisis by building transformative solutions in an effort to change the lives of hundreds of marginalized Londoners.

Key Points: 
  • The Fund for Change supports solutions to address London's homelessness crisis by building transformative solutions in an effort to change the lives of hundreds of marginalized Londoners.
  • "The Fund for Change is an incredibly important initiative for London that we're pleased to support," said Paul Mahon, President and Chief Executive Officer, Great-West Lifeco and Canada Life.
  • Those wishing to help support Health & Homelessness Movement for Change are encouraged to join this collective community effort and donate to the matching campaign " Fund for Change " at London Community Foundation where each dollar donated becomes two.
  • "London Community Foundation is honoured to accept this generous contribution to the Health & Homelessness Fund for Change in recognition of Jeff Macoun's tremendous tenure at Canada Life," said Diane Silva, Director of Philanthropy, London Community Foundation.

Front Porch receives Innovation of the Year award from LeadingAge California

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Monday, April 15, 2024
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GLENDALE, Calif., April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Front Porch Communities and Services program Home Match has been selected as the 2024 recipient of LeadingAge California's Best Practice/Innovation of the Year Award in recognition for its work in homelessness prevention.

Key Points: 
  • "This award is given to recognize a best practice/innovation that has the power to transform care and services as we know it," LeadingAge California stated in a letter announcing the award.
  • A best practice/ innovation can include technology, care delivery, programming and life enrichment or other emerging trends.
  • Front Porch will receive the award on May 14, 2024 at the LeadingAge California BOLD Annual Conference & Expo in Anaheim.
  • Front Porch is a dynamic not-for-profit organization, dedicated to empowering individuals to live connected and fulfilled lives through community and innovation.