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NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — TO: RECORD AND BENEFICIAL HOLDERS OF GW PHARMACEUTICALS, PLC. (“GW”) AMERICAN DEPOSITARY SHARES FROM MARCH 10, 2021 THROUGH AND INCLUDING MAY 5, 2021, THE DATE OF THE CONSUMMATION OF GW’S MERGER WITH JAZZ PHARMACEUTICALS, PLC (THE “MERGER”),…
Aligned with the retailer’s dedication to sustainability and community, the sweepstakes also offers additional prizes for runner-up and daily winners. The runner-up will receive a $2,500 donation to the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) in their name, coupled with a $500 store credit. Daily winners will receive a $100 store credit, with two winners selected each day throughout the contest’s duration.
“In a marketplace where we have the choice to give away a large prize, contributing an electric vehicle allows us to give the gift of carbon reduction to one of our valued customers,” said Deepak Sharma, Vice President of Marketing & Operations. “This initiative complements our broader mission to create a meaningful impact in the community while aligning with our commitment to sustainability.”
The grand prize and runner-up winners will be selected through a random draw, and both will be publicly announced through live television on October 25th. Full contest details are available on the sweepstakes page.
About Shop LC
Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Shop LC, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Vaibhav Global Ltd. (VGL), a vertically integrated company with global sourcing and manufacturing capabilities. Shop LC is a value-conscious, interactive retailer focused on the fine jewelry, beauty, fashion, home decor and lifestyle product categories. Established in 2007, Shop LC reaches approximately 73 million U.S. households via high-definition programming offered live 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Additionally, every purchase provides a meal to a hungry child through the Your Purchase Feeds Program. For more information visit http://www.shoplc.com and download the interactive app on iTunes, Google Play or many other streaming devices or televisions.
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Darren Bogus, Shop LC, 5129033021, [email protected], https://www.shoplc.com/
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The purpose of the Job Creators Quest Grant is to help business owners create premium wage jobs and reward small businesses throughout Texas to retain and grow their workforce through everyday hardships that come with being disadvantaged. This will help to positively impact the local economy, create job opportunities with higher wages, and provide the human capital needed for businesses to expand.
Darlisa Diltz, a former Texas Job Creators Quest Grant recipient and a graduate of the Bootcamp Accelerator Program, had this to say, “The Founders First program was so eye-opening for me. Being in the program helped me change my mindset about who I was as a founder and leader in the organization prior to joining. It was super motivational, and it led me to make some changes within my current structure. Instead of giving up, which I had considered several times, it gave me the extra push to reach that next level.”
Since launching in 2021, Founders First CDC has awarded more than $1,000,000 to minority and underserved business owners throughout the United States with a focus on Texas, Chicago, SoCal, Twin Cities, Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
The recipients of the Texas Job Creators fund include:
The judging committee for the Texas Job Creators Grant includes a panel of our partners and other successful business owners.
To be eligible for the Job Creators Quest Grant, the company’s founder had to be a person of color, LGBTQIA+, a military Veteran, a woman, or have a business located in a low to moderate-income area and be a for-profit company with annual revenues between $100,000 to $3 million. Grant winners will use the funds to help add 1-2 new premium wage jobs in the next 12 months.
In addition to announcing the winners of the Job Creators Quest Grant today, Founders First CDC also announced another grant opportunity, the Stephen L. Tadlock Grant for Veteran business owners throughout the nation. The deadline for application is October 16, 2023.
About Founders First CDC
Founders First CDC is a not-for-profit 501c3 that was founded in 2015 and has received significant support from the regional community reinvestment banks to empower diverse founder-led, revenue-generating small businesses through three primary programs: (1) Founders Challenge; (2) Founders Bootcamp; and (3) Founders FastPath. By building recurring revenues, tech-enablement, and essential solution focus, Founders First serves as a catalyst for positive change to entrepreneurs of color and female founders to become leading employers in their communities. www.foundersfirstcdc.org.
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Janine Drake, Founders First CDC, 1 8582068542, [email protected], https://foundersfirstcdc.org/
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In his new role, Dickason will be responsible for guiding Board Developer clients through financial strategy and planning. Dickason’s extensive experience in finance and banking brings a unique perspective to organizations seeking to achieve financial success. Having coached and advised numerous organizations, he will use his vast knowledge to enhance future financial success. In addition, he offers a unique approach to hiring and to managing expectations of personnel. He understands that organizations hire people based on their resumes and fire them based on their ability to get along with others. He knows that fitting not only the job description but also the role and culture can significantly reduce attrition within organizations.
“Board Developer is thrilled to have Tom join the team,” said Jim Hayden, Founder and CEO of Board Developer. “His expertise and experience will elevate the organization even further. When I first met Tom and learned about his professional background, I was struck by his wealth of knowledge and experience. Tom’s distinct ability to offer strategic advice to organizations, particularly with regards to financial management, is unparalleled. I’m delighted to have him on our team as we continue to expand and offer more comprehensive services at Board Developer.”
Board Developer specializes in assembling advisory boards and boards of directors to provide organizations with access to a broad range of services and advisors to attain desired growth.
For more information about Board Developer, visit boarddeveloper.com.
About Board Developer
Board Developer provides business enhancement and professional development services to for-profit and nonprofit organizations and leaders. Board Developer’s broad areas of expertise are long-term strategic plans, financial reviews, governance reviews, enterprise risk management, disaster recovery plans, supply chain strategy, mergers & acquisitions, and international business expansion and management. The professional staff of Board Developer has more than 30 years of experience in corporate board leadership and development, board member placement and advanced leadership development.
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Alison Walsh, Serendipit Consulting, 6022835209, awalsh@serendipitconsulting.com
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NORTHBOROUGH, Mass., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — U-Haul® is offering 30 days of free self-storage to central Massachusetts residents impacted by recent flooding. Torrential downpours created flooding on Monday evening. Flash flood warnings were issued in Leominster and surrounding…
Programas da organização impactam 24 mil pessoas em São Paulo SAO PAULO, 14 de setembro de 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Signatária do Pacto Global da ONU (Organização das Nações Unidas) desde o último mês de junho, a organização social Liga Solidária, de São Paulo, participa, nesta semana, em…
The SBB Research Group Foundation has named Lucy Huo a STEM Scholarship recipient
CHICAGO, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The SBB Research Group Foundation named Lucy Huo a recipient of its STEM scholarship. The $2,500 award empowers students to create value for society by pursuing higher learning through interdisciplinary combinations of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
Lucy Huo, a sophomore, studies Electrical & Computer Engineering and Computer Science at Duke University. Recently, Huo interned at Optum Health to develop a web dashboard using SQL, C#, Angular, Typescript, and HTML. She has also worked with a team to design, build, and test an ant-weight combat robot in accordance with the SPARC Robotics guidelines.
“We’re so proud to support students like Lucy in their academic endeavors,” said Matt Aven, co-founder and board member of the SBB Research Group Foundation.
For eligibility criteria and more information on the Foundation’s STEM scholarship, please visit http://www.sbbscholarship.org.
About the SBB Research Group Foundation
The SBB Research Group Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that furthers the philanthropic mission of SBB Research Group LLC (SBBRG), a Chicago-based investment management firm led by Sam Barnett, Ph.D., and Matt Aven. The Foundation sponsors the SBB Research Group Foundation STEM Scholarship, supporting students pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) degrees. In addition to its scholarship program, the Foundation provides grants to support ambitious organizations solving unmet needs with thoughtful, long-term strategies.
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Erin Noonan, SBB Research Group Foundation, 1-847-656-1111, [email protected], https://www.sbbscholarship.com/
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Flag Ranch event to feature musician Dave Tate, local artists and wineries Flag Ranch, a local non-profit focused on elevating the plight of horses, today announced its first fundraising event in its new home in Paso Robles. Flag Ranch is a horse + human collaboratory that takes in and cares for horses who would otherwise be euthanized while offering people opportunities for personal and professional growth through immersive experiences with the horses.
PASO ROBLES, Calif., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Flag Ranch, a local non-profit focused on elevating the plight of horses, today announced its first fundraising event in its new home in Paso Robles. Flag Ranch is a horse + human collaboratory that takes in and cares for horses who would otherwise be euthanized while offering people opportunities for personal and professional growth through immersive experiences with the horses.
The Pole Barn Benefit Concert will be held on their 50-acre property where the current herd of 50+ horses roam freely. The expansive pole barn will eventually be re-imagined as a gathering place for all kinds of activities from small group experiences, to an educational kitchen for culinary medicine classes, to film screenings and more – all amongst the horses!
Event Details
Thursday, October 5, 6pm-9pm
Tickets: $150 per person, available at flagranch.org/upcomingevents through September 20
Contact: Kimberly Carlisle, 650-868-7245, [email protected]
This event kicks off Flag Ranch’s fundraising campaign by featuring the beautiful voice and music of Dave Tate, the work of several local artists including sculptor Abigail Belknap and watercolorist Jenna Hutton and delicious plant-based pairings (with Pasta by Etto) from Pair With Chef Rachel and five fine wineries: Bristols (cider), Maha/Villa Creek, Maddox Meadery, The Royal Nonesuch Farm and Tribeca Wine Collective.
All proceeds benefit Flag Ranch and are partially tax-deductible. Kimberly Carlisle, Co-Founder and Executive Director, says, “We are loving our new home and thrilled to open our gates to our wonderful Paso Robles and SLO county community. In order for us to offer immersive and profound experiences with horses to more people, we need to build more inviting facilities. This benefit concert will be our first big step in doing so.”
In addition to providing a safe, natural and loving home for its animals, the ranch offers individuals, families, groups and teams the opportunity to interact with the horses to explore self-awareness and empowerment, develop creativity and intuition, and study their exemplary teamwork and leadership. All experiences take place on the ground; no prior horse experience is needed. For more information, visit flagranch.org.
Media Contact:
Kimberly Carlisle, 1 650-868-7245, theflagfoundation@gmail.com
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Fellows will develop solutions for the most urgent challenges facing young Indians under 30, such as public health, sustainability, the future of the workforce, digital disruption, and gender equality.
NEW DELHI, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The United Nations Foundation (UN Foundation) and the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW, India) today announced the Next Generation India Fellowship on the sidelines of India’s G20 presidency. The Fellowship is an opportunity for young Indian thinkers and leaders to gain first-hand experience in understanding and solving the world’s most pressing challenges.
The Next Generation India Fellowship — part of the UN Foundation’s Our Future Agenda programme and CEEW’s focus on building careers in public policy — is specifically designed to unlock original, maverick, and substantive ideas from the youth of India for a sustainable future.
“The Next Generation India Fellowship is not just about learning, it is about transforming global leadership and impact,” shared Elizabeth Cousens, President and CEO of the UN Foundation. “The Fellows will have the chance to engage with and learn from global leaders, policymakers, and influencers, gaining insight and contributing their ideas into key processes that shape world affairs.”
Spanning two years, the Fellowship will foster honest conversations about the ‘One Future’ theme of the G20 presidency, build consensus around a ‘future agenda’ for young Indians, and explore options for investing in their generation and protecting the needs and rights of future generations.
The Fellowship will also provide an opportunity to strengthen youth-led and youth-focused networks and platforms, and contribute towards institution building. It will provide a platform for the Fellows during India’s G20 presidency, the SDG Summit, and the Summit of the Future to communicate their proposals, advocate for key asks, share models for inspiration and action, and forge collaborations between countries of the Global North and the Global South.
“These exceptional individuals will be at the forefront of championing the cause of 21st-century multilateralism, driving forward a vision of collaboration, inclusivity, progress and sustainability – for all,” stated Dr Arunabha Ghosh, Chief Executive Officer of CEEW. “It aims to provide young Indian changemakers a global platform to voice their ideas and influence key discussions across international organisations.”
The Fellowship includes a diverse range of focus areas including public health, sustainable cities, new technologies, culture and communities, gender equality, future of the workforce, affordable and clean energy, and oceans. Fellows will gain a deeper understanding of policy making, strategic planning, and global diplomacy guided by the experience and mentorship of the UN Foundation, CEEW, and partner resources.
The partnership between the UN Foundation and CEEW provides an opportunity to recognise the potential of young minds and equip them with the skills, aptitude, and confidence needed to address present and future global challenges. It has been supported by Mr. Narayana Murthy and Mrs. Sudha Murty through a contribution made to CEEW directly in Indian rupees.
For more information, please contact Reman Singh at [email protected] and Harshani Dharmadasa at [email protected].
About the United Nations Foundation
For 25 years, the UN Foundation has built novel innovations and partnerships to support the United Nations and help solve global problems at scale. As an independent charitable organization, the Foundation was created to work closely with the United Nations to address humanity’s greatest challenges and drive global progress. Learn more at http://www.unfoundation.org and http://www.ourfutureagenda.org.
About the Council on Energy, Environment and Water
The Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), based in India, is one of Asia’s leading not-for-profit policy research institutions. The Council uses data, integrated analysis, and strategic outreach to explain – and change – the use, reuse, and misuse of resources. It prides itself on the independence of its high-quality research, develops partnerships with public and private institutions, and engages with the wider public. In 2021, CEEW once again featured extensively across ten categories in the 2020 Global Go To Think Tank Index Report. The Council has also been consistently ranked among the world’s top climate change think tanks. Follow us on Twitter @CEEWIndia for the latest updates.
Media Contact
Megan Rabbitt, UN Foundation, +1 202-247-1777, [email protected], https://unfoundation.org/
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“Over 5,000 church leaders from over 80 countries participated in last year’s summit, and the summit is on track to significantly exceed those numbers, highlighting the growing awareness and need for effective mental health care in churches in the United States and around the globe,” said Dr. Jamie Aten, Co-Founder of Spiritual First Aid. “We’re thrilled to partner with Hope Made Strong and Rosemead School of Psychology for the Church Mental Health Summit.”
“It’s an honor and privilege to collaborate with Spiritual First Aid and Rosemead School of Psychology in presenting a gathering of world-class speakers, pastors, and those with lived experience to equip the local church around the globe to support mental health in their churches and communities,” said Laura Howe of Hope Made Strong. “On-demand sessions will address mental health issues—from leadership wellbeing to strategies for pastoral care—that matter most to church leaders. This free event gives access to top-tier training for everyone.”
By attending the Church Mental Health Summit, participants will be equipped with practical tools, engage with biblically-based resources, and learn research-developed strategies to support mental health. The summit’s presentations are organized into 4 tracks: Church Health, Community Health, Leadership Health, and Missions/Culture. Sessions are open to all participants for free on October 10th.
“We’re grateful to help present the Church Mental Health Summit,” said Chris Adams, Executive Director, Mental Health & the Church Initiative, Biola’s Rosemead School of Psychology. “It’s a great fit for us at Rosemead, where our relational ethos, degree program design, and integrative coursework challenge students to grow personally and professionally throughout their time here. The Rosemead Mental Health and the Church Initiative represents Rosemead’s ongoing commitment to equip students to meet the needs of Christian leaders, congregations, and communities around the world.”
Participants can join the 50+ presenters for uplifting messages of hope and practical resources that will educate and encourage them to better serve their churches and care for their communities. Sample speakers include:
To register for the summit or learn more, visit ChurchMentalHealthSummit.com.
About the presenting sponsors:
Hope Made Strong is passionate about creating biblically-rooted, culturally relevant, and highly practical resources for ministry leaders who serve their community through care ministries. Through online courses, custom consulting, events, and The Care Ministry Podcast, Hope Made Strong equips church staff members to care for their communities without burning out. For more info, visit https://hopemadestrong.org/.
Spiritual First Aid is an 8-session certification course that teaches frontline peer-to-peer spiritual and emotional care and trauma-informed best practices using the BLESS CPR framework. Participants learn how to care well for adults, adolescents, and children who are struggling with issues ranging from mild stress to mass trauma. Stop worrying if you did enough to help, and feel confident in the care you give. For more info, visit http://www.spiritualfirstaid.org.
Rosemead School of Psychology is a top psychology school for Christians who want to integrate their faith with their field. Students learn from respected professors committed to integrating psychology and theology, bringing together the scientific, research-driven study of human behavior with biblical perspectives on human flourishing. In the process, they will be equipped with knowledge and skills for professional roles in clinical psychology, therapy, counseling, teaching, and research. For more info, visit https://www.biola.edu/rosemead.
Media Contact
Dena Dyer, Spiritual First Aid, 1 4127167065, [email protected], http://www.spiritualfirstaid.org
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