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Organizations to host free, AI and financial literacy events for entrepreneurs, students, and community members

Investment will fund food access, healthy living and neighborhood-strengthening activities for 50 nonprofits in 32 communities

***9:30 a.m. CT, Tuesday, April 14, 2026, Project Build a Future, 2306 Third Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana 70601***

***9:30 a.m. CT, Tuesday, April 14, 2026, Project Build a Future, 2306 Third Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana 70601***

Thousands of Aramark employees worldwide will roll up their sleeves on April 16 for Aramark Building Community Day (ABC Day), the company's annual Global Day of Service. Volunteers across the United States and in 12 countries will support more than 100 community organizations with neighborhood beautification, hands-on revitalization projects, and meal and hygiene kit assembly.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260413377232

Grants, employee engagement, nonprofit partnerships, and free resources advance Schwab’s long-term commitment to financial education

The company’s annual disclosure unveils its Value Plan 2030+

Insurer supports national tour of Send Silence Packing® exhibit to better respond to continued need among Generation Z

As March Madness captures the nation’s attention, GEICO tells the stories of basketball stars Azzi Fudd, Trey McKenney, and Napheesa Collier, spotlighting the relationships and communities behind their rise, with Fudd featured across GEICO’s TV advertisingAs part of its official partnership with the NCAA, GEICO is releasing a three-part branded docuseries that highlights three top basketball players at different stages of their journeys – from the start of their NCAA careers to the impact the NCAA had on their professional paths.The series explores the journeys of marquee basketball players – 2025 NCAA Final Four Most Outstanding Player Azzi Fudd, NCAA freshman guard Trey McKenney, and 2016 NCAA Champion Napheesa Collier.GEICO will offer opportunities for community engagement and fan experiences throughout March Madness – culminating at the Men’s and Women’s Final Four, including initiatives that support youth sports programming.

Three new Certified Financial Planners® join the column’s roster of experts creating real-life financial education insight

Annual Scholarship Program Increases From 4 to 10 Students For 2026Bank Reaffirms its Commitment to Tennis and Bolsters Support for the Coachella Valley CommunityEach Student Receives $20,000 College Grant Based on Scholastic & Athletic Achievements

New program delivers mortgage rates approximately 250 basis points below market and flexible underwriting to help member institutions support Habitat affiliates and low-to-moderate income homebuyers

The Ellavoz Children’s Literacy Foundation (ECLF) took a heartfelt step toward closing the literacy gap by sponsoring a special author visit to Spring Park Elementary School, a Title I school in Jacksonville, Florida. Multiple presentations to kindergarten through 5th grade students were given by New York Times bestselling author, Beth Ferry, whose stories of friendship, kindness, and found family have long captured the imaginations of young readers.In the months leading up to her visit, ECLF su

Lennard High School in Ruskin, FL unveils new weight room with Wellpoint and Impact Fitness, boosting student fitness access and healthy habits!

Mary Kay Wraps up 2025 with 25 Corporate Reputation Awards

"The MITER Foundation was founded on a belief that we all share a responsibility to support our community," said Anthony Kassab, Executive Committee Chair, MITER Foundation.

***2:00 p.m. CT, Tuesday, February 3, 2026, Community Bank of Mississippi, 1905 Community Bank Way, Flowood, MS 39232***

***10:00 a.m. CT, Tuesday, February 3, 2026, Community Bank of Mississippi, 5010 Hardy Street, Hattiesburg, MS 39402***

***2:00 p.m. CT, Tuesday, February 3, 2026, Community Bank of Mississippi, 1905 Community Bank Way, Flowood, MS 39232***

***10:00 a.m. CT, Tuesday, February 3, 2026, Community Bank of Mississippi, 5010 Hardy Street, Hattiesburg, MS 39402***

Avangrid cultivates the energy workforce of tomorrow through employee development, university collaboration, and hands-on learning

New Jersey Resources (NYSE: NJR), the parent company of New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG), today announced a $50,000 donation from its Coastal Climate Initiative (CCI) to Ducks Unlimited, a leader in wetlands conservation, to help protect and enhance coastal habitats on Cattus Island located in Ocean County, New Jersey. CCI supports projects and programs designed to improve the resilience of ecosystems and impacts from climate change, as well strengthen community engagement and environmental educati

Panelists include senior global leaders from business, academia, and civil society.

US$5.9M awarded to 11 organisations and high schools from the UAE, Brazil, Canada, Nepal, Switzerland, Uganda and across six sustainability categoriesFrom AI-enabled diagnostics to Cooling-as-a-Service, this year’s winners deliver locally adapted innovations that empower millionsIn 18 years, the Prize has scaled solutions reaching more than 411 million people globally

Applications now open for ComEd’s three Power for Good Grant Programs, awarding grants to support community organizations across northern Illinois

Cemex has been named to CDP’s 2025 “A List” for climate action, the highest score awarded by the global environmental disclosure platform for corporate transparency and performance on climate issues.

CORT and Move For Hunger renew partnership through 2027—delivering meals, reducing waste, and fighting hunger nationwide.

Over 3,200 Music Professionals Reached Through Ongoing Relief, Recovery and Sustained Support

Bausch + Lomb to launch fifth annual fundraising challenge during Glaucoma Awareness Month in partnership with Glaucoma Research Foundation, with all proceeds supporting glaucoma researchBausch + Lomb will also sponsor The Glaucoma Foundation’s annual month-long educational social media campaign, which spotlights stories from glaucoma patients and advocatesGlaucoma affects about four million people in the United States1

The newest 25 towns join a growing movement revitalizing main streets, expanding public spaces and strengthening life in small-town America

Kennel Connection donated $2,500 to Frankie’s Friends, doubled to $5,000, to support pets in need this Giving Tuesday.

Funding supports nutritious free meals for children, families, and seniors across the Milwaukee area

Record-breaking initiative collected 23,385 toys in 24 hours, which will be distributed in the United States by Toys for TotsGE Vernova Foundation matches toy drive donations which will be distributed internationally in support of Save the ChildrenGlobal collaboration with Hasbro and Mattel results in over 70,000 STEM toys donated to children in need around the worldCelebration of young innovators continues with GE Vernova’s “Innovators Toy Land” pop-up experience at Rockefeller Center

Each year, Mary Kay supports causes that enrich millions of women’s lives globally, including access to education

***1:00 p.m., Monday, December 8, 2025, Royal Ridge Community Room, 2225 East Sycamore, Alexandria, Louisiana 71303***

***4:00 p.m., Monday, December 8, 2025, 1911 W. Pinhook Road, Lafayette, Louisiana 70508***

***10:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 9, 2025, Red River Bank, 5063 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70809***

***1:00 p.m., Monday, December 8, 2025, Royal Ridge Community Room, 2225 East Sycamore, Alexandria, Louisiana 71303***

***4:00 p.m., Monday, December 8, 2025, 1911 W. Pinhook Road, Lafayette, Louisiana 70508***

Three student-athletes from Toledo, Texas and BYU honored for leadership and community service off the field; Winner announced Dec. 12 live on ESPN

Enigma Biomedical USA (EB USA) today announced that The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (MJFF), has awarded EB USA $2 million for the discovery and initial preclinical development of a novel α-synuclein Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Imaging biomarker. This funding is part of MJFF’s strategic research agenda focused on supporting objective tools to biologically measure and track the progression of Parkinson’s disease (PD) to improve clinical trial design.Misfolded α-synucl

Illinois American Water announces winners from its “Water Keeps Life Flowing” art contest, showcasing students' creativity & environmental awareness.

Ryan, a leading global tax services and software provider, is pleased to announce the Firm has been named one of the Best Workplaces for Parents™ by Fortune and Great Place To Work®. This is the eighth consecutive year Ryan has earned the recognition, underscoring the Firm’s commitment to creating a supportive and engaging workplace where working parents can excel.“We’re honored to be recognized as a workplace that understands the unique challenges working parents face,” said Ginny B. Kissling,

Community Event at SBH Health & Wellness Center Supports Bronx Residents During Diabetes Prevention Month

12 new itineraries, legendary events, hidden discoveries, and more ways to explore Europe than ever before.

HGreg is renewing its long-standing commitment to road safety by serving as Honorary President for Operation Red Nose in three major regions: Montreal, Laval–Basses-Laurentides, and Mascouche–Lanaudière-Sud.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251111767392/en/Michèle Létourneau, spokesperson for HGreg, Marouan BelFakir, community relations advisor for the Société de l’assurance automobile du Québec, and Jean-Sébastien Hamel,

***2:00 p.m. CT., Tuesday, November 4, 1412 Violet Avenue, Killeen, TX 76543***

Pennsylvania American Water recognizes that customers may be facing financial challenges related to the government shutdown. The company offers several payment plans and assistance programs to support customers with their water and/or wastewater bill.“Pennsylvania American Water is sensitive to the fact that some of our customers may be impacted by the government shutdown,” said Gary Lobaugh, the company’s director of government and external affairs. “Our goal is to provide every customer with s

Top brands, beloved celebrities including National Outreach Director for St. Jude join in the 22nd year of this holiday tradition to raise funds for lifesaving research and treatment of childhood cancer

Shegerian’s Guest Lectures at Three McCombs School of Business Classes Encourage Students to Embrace the Circular Economy in their Future Careers