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NEW POLL: MISSOURIANS CALL FOR BOLD ACTION ON HOMELESSNESS POLICIES

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星期二, 一月 23, 2024

The survey, conducted January 8–10, 2024, signals an urgent need for state leaders to take bold and innovative steps toward ending street camping and ensuring public safety.

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  • The survey, conducted January 8–10, 2024, signals an urgent need for state leaders to take bold and innovative steps toward ending street camping and ensuring public safety.
  • In a resounding demonstration of empathy, 84% of Missourians say it is more compassionate to move individuals to available shelters than to leave them on the streets.
  • A law prohibiting street camping in the state was recently overturned on a technicality having to do with the title.
  • Missouri stands at a crossroads, and its leaders have a unique opportunity to shape the future of homelessness policies.

Pine Street Inn Dedicates “Yawkey House”

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星期三, 一月 24, 2024

Pine Street Inn , New England’s largest homeless services organization, dedicated its Women’s Inn shelter in Boston’s South End today, unveiling “Yawkey House” in recognition of the Yawkey Foundation’s transformational support.

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  • Pine Street Inn , New England’s largest homeless services organization, dedicated its Women’s Inn shelter in Boston’s South End today, unveiling “Yawkey House” in recognition of the Yawkey Foundation’s transformational support.
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    Pine Street Inn dedicated its Women’s Inn in Boston’s South End today by unveiling “Yawkey House” in recognition of the Yawkey Foundation’s transformational support.
  • (L-R): Lorn Davis, Chair, Board of Directors, Pine Street Inn; Lyndia Downie, President and Executive Director, Pine Street Inn; Maureen H. Bleday, CEO and Trustee, Yawkey Foundation; Debra M. McNulty, Trustee, Yawkey Foundation; Reverend Dr. Ray Hammond, Trustee, Yawkey Foundation.
  • Pine Street supports more than 1,300 women each year through its street outreach, shelter, workforce development and permanent supportive housing.

10 Southeast U.S. Nonprofits To Share $150,000 from Cadence Bank's Cadence Cares Holiday Program

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星期三, 一月 17, 2024

HOUSTON and TUPELO, Miss., Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In the spirit of holiday giving, Cadence Bank (NYSE: CADE), through the Cadence Bank Foundation, proudly donated a total of $150,000 to 10 nonprofit organizations who participated in the annual Cadence Cares Holiday Program. Bank customers, teammates and community members voted for their nonprofit of choice with the organizations splitting the $150,000 based on the number of votes each received.

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  • HOUSTON and TUPELO, Miss., Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In the spirit of holiday giving, Cadence Bank (NYSE: CADE), through the Cadence Bank Foundation, proudly donated a total of $150,000 to 10 nonprofit organizations who participated in the annual Cadence Cares Holiday Program.
  • The Cadence Cares Holiday Program aims to empower individuals to positively impact the causes that matter most to them.
  • All of the organizations also have active programs in each of the nine states where Cadence Bank operates.
  • These organizations will receive a donation from The Cadence Bank Foundation in January 2024.

TopLine Financial Credit Union Hosts Holiday Gift Drive to Brighten up the Holidays

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星期二, 一月 16, 2024

MAPLE GROVE, Minn., Jan. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TopLine Financial Credit Union , a Twin Cities-based member-owned financial services cooperative , held their 25th annual Holiday Gift Drive benefitting five local non-profits, African Education and Health Initiative, Avenues for Youth, Community Emergency Assistance Programs (CEAP), MORE Community Services and YMCA of the North Youth and Family Services.

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  • MAPLE GROVE, Minn., Jan. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TopLine Financial Credit Union , a Twin Cities-based member-owned financial services cooperative , held their 25th annual Holiday Gift Drive benefitting five local non-profits, African Education and Health Initiative, Avenues for Youth, Community Emergency Assistance Programs (CEAP), MORE Community Services and YMCA of the North Youth and Family Services.
  • TopLine members and employees generously donated gifts of toys, clothing, scarves and gift cards to brighten up the holiday season for neighbors in need.
  • When the program ended TopLine employees and members had donated nearly 700 holiday gifts and nearly $1,900 in cash to assist local families in need.
  • TopLine Financial Credit Union , a Twin Cities-based credit union, is Minnesota’s 11th largest credit union, with assets of nearly $800 million and serves over 51,000 members.

KeyBank announces charitable donations to Maine nonprofits

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星期四, 十二月 28, 2023

PORTLAND, Maine, Dec. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KeyBank and KeyBank Foundation announce (21) twenty-one charitable donations made recently to nonprofit organizations in Maine.  The gifts focus support to address homelessness, food insecurity, financial literacy, preventative healthcare and more.  The charitable donations total $347,000 and are part of KeyBank's community philanthropic efforts targeted toward education, workforce development, and safe, vital neighborhoods.

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  • PORTLAND, Maine, Dec. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KeyBank and KeyBank Foundation announce (21) twenty-one charitable donations made recently to nonprofit organizations in Maine.
  • The charitable donations total $347,000 and are part of KeyBank's community philanthropic efforts targeted toward education, workforce development, and safe, vital neighborhoods.
  • "At KeyBank, our mission is helping our clients and communities thrive, and that includes supporting local nonprofits that improve the health and vibrancy of the communities we serve," said KeyBank Maine Market President Tony DiSotto.
  • "With these recent donations, we have been able to invest in communities   throughout the state of Maine.

Blackbaud Supports Global Communities in 2023

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星期二, 十二月 19, 2023

CHARLESTON, S.C., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB), the leading provider of software for powering social impact, today shared ways it has supported philanthropy through its global corporate social responsibility (CSR) program this year. Blackbaud is working to create essential software for its customers, while continuing its mission to fuel social impact by driving value for all key stakeholders.

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  • Disaster Relief Donations: Blackbaud made donations following several natural disasters and conflicts this year to support global communities in need and aid in recovery efforts, following floods, storms, wildfires and more.
  • Global Grants: Blackbaud distributed more than 140 grants this year via the company's Reward Your Passion and Community Matters grants programs, as well as the Blackbaud Fund.
  • Blackbaud Global Toy Drive: For the 24th year, Blackbaud held its annual holiday toy drive, serving organizations across the globe to bring cheer to families.
  • Additionally in 2023, Blackbaud continued its commitments to fight climate change through responsible operations, decarbonization and transparent sustainability reporting.

Publix Super Markets Charities donates $10M to support housing nonprofits throughout the Southeast

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星期二, 十二月 5, 2023

Publix Super Markets Charities (PSMC) is donating $10 million to build hope and strengthen communities.

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  • Publix Super Markets Charities (PSMC) is donating $10 million to build hope and strengthen communities.
  • Since 2015, PSMC has donated more than $43 million to nonprofits that build homes and provide emergency shelter and transitional housing.
  • We remain committed to continuing the legacy of our founder, George Jenkins, by doing good, together.”
    “We are grateful for the support of Publix Super Markets Charities and Publix.
  • Publix Super Markets Charities remains committed to serving the communities in which Publix operates.

KeyBank announces Foundation grants in Hudson Valley and Metro New York

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星期五, 十二月 15, 2023

TARRYTOWN, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KeyBank announces twenty (20) charitable donations made by KeyBank Foundation, the bank's charitable foundation to nonprofit organizations throughout its Hudson Valley/Metro New York market.  The gifts focus support to address homelessness, financial literacy, education, workforce development, minority small business development, and more.  The charitable donations total $385,000 and are part of KeyBank's community philanthropic efforts targeted toward education, workforce development, and safe, vital neighborhoods.  

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  • TARRYTOWN, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KeyBank announces twenty (20) charitable donations made by KeyBank Foundation, the bank's charitable foundation to nonprofit organizations throughout its Hudson Valley/Metro New York market.
  • "KeyBank's commitment to the communities we serve is at the heart what we stand for," said KeyBank Market President John Manginelli.
  • "We value the partnerships we have with local nonprofit organizations and are proud to support their important community work."
  • Bowery Mission, New York, NY to support its Continuum of Care Services for New Yorkers experiencing homelessness, food insecurity and other crises.

Navigate Announces $3.7 Million in Grants to Support Families in Need

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星期四, 十二月 14, 2023

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Navigate Affordable Housing Partners announced a contribution of nearly $3.7 million in charitable support to nonprofits providing for critical needs in their communities. The funding will support nonprofit organizations across four states - Alabama, Connecticut, Mississippi, and Virginia – working in areas such as food assistance, emergency shelter, and community revitalization.

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  • Funding will support families with rental, food assistance
    BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Navigate Affordable Housing Partners announced a contribution of nearly $3.7 million in charitable support to nonprofits providing for critical needs in their communities.
  • "As families, particularly those in low-income communities, continue to struggle with the increasing cost of living, Navigate is proud to increase our commitment to local non-profits providing for critical needs," said Lisa McCarroll, CEO of Navigate Affordable Housing Partners.
  • "These grants will fund initiatives across four states to help people facing food insecurity, unsafe living situations, or high rent burdens.
  • This announcement comes as families continue to deal with inflation, increasing rent costs, and a nationwide affordable housing shortage.

TROY Group Demonstrates Commitment to Community with Yearly Donations

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星期三, 十二月 13, 2023

WHEELING, W.Va, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- TROY Group, a leading provider of financial document security and software solutions, has reaffirmed its commitment to community welfare by making generous donations to several local organizations in the Ohio River Valley in 2023. The donations aim to support vital community services and contribute to the well-being of residents in need.

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  • TROY Group wraps up 2023 donations by fundraising for The Salvation Army, making it the 7th organization TROY has donated to this year.
  • WHEELING, W.Va, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- TROY Group, a leading provider of financial document security and software solutions, has reaffirmed its commitment to community welfare by making generous donations to several local organizations in the Ohio River Valley in 2023.
  • "These donations reflect our dedication to creating a positive and lasting change in the areas where we live and work," said Aimee Orum, Vice President of Human Resources at TROY Group.
  • Throughout December, TROY Group is actively seeking donations for The Salvation Army, the global force that serves our local communities with unwavering dedication.