Meals on Wheels

US LBM NAMES ITS 2024 HUMANITARIAN AWARD WINNER

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Monday, April 15, 2024
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ATLANTA, April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- US LBM, a leading distributor of specialty building materials in the United States, has named Aaron Cox, Retail Manager at the company's Higginbotham Brothers division in North Texas, as its 2024 Humanitarian Award Recipient for his outstanding community involvement and charitable work. As part of this recognition, the US LBM Foundation has awarded a $10,000 grant to the Midlothian Independent School District (MISD) Education Foundation on behalf of Cox.

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  • The Humanitarian Award recipient receives a $10,000 grant from the US LBM Foundation to be donated to a charity of the winner's choosing.
  • ATLANTA, April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- US LBM, a leading distributor of specialty building materials in the United States, has named Aaron Cox, Retail Manager at the company's Higginbotham Brothers division in North Texas, as its 2024 Humanitarian Award Recipient for his outstanding community involvement and charitable work.
  • As the recipient of the Humanitarian Award, Cox has received a $10,000 grant from the US LBM Foundation, and has selected the Midlothian Independent School District Education Foundation as the recipient.
  • His compassion, energy and ingenuity continue to enrich the lives of so many, and we're incredibly proud to recognize his efforts with the US LBM Humanitarian Award," said US LBM President and CEO L.T.

Valify Solutions Group Joins White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Stronger Communities

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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Valify Solutions Group, the first tech-enabled group purchasing organization (GPO) program with best-in-class terms and rates on hundreds of categories of purchased services, has joined the White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities.

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  • Valify Solutions Group, the first tech-enabled group purchasing organization (GPO) program with best-in-class terms and rates on hundreds of categories of purchased services, has joined the White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities.
  • In supporting the nationwide effort, Valify Solutions Group has teamed with Homeplate Solutions, a pioneer in AI-enabled food management ecosystems.
  • Together, Valify Solutions Group, Homeplate Solutions, Foodbuy, Sysco and r4 will work to maximize the buying power of federal funds that local Community-Based Nutrition Providers receive to serve their communities.
  • “We are proud to stand with Homeplate Solutions and our supplier-partners in addressing these societal issues,” said Les Popiolek, CEO of Valify Solutions Group.

Josh Protas Joins Meals on Wheels America as Chief Advocacy and Policy Officer

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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ARLINGTON, Va., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Josh Protas has joined Meals on Wheels America – the leadership organization supporting the more than 5,000 community-based Meals on Wheels programs across the country – as the organization's new Chief Advocacy and Policy Officer.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Josh Protas has joined Meals on Wheels America – the leadership organization supporting the more than 5,000 community-based Meals on Wheels programs across the country – as the organization's new Chief Advocacy and Policy Officer.
  • Protas will continue his predecessor Erika Debrick Kelly's 13 years of crucial work building bipartisan partnerships and coalitions while representing Meals on Wheels America and community-based nutrition programs before Congress, the Administration, and anti-hunger and aging advocates.
  • "Already well versed in our issues, Josh is a wonderful asset to our team," said Ellie Hollander, President and Chief Executive Officer at Meals on Wheels America.
  • Prior to joining Meals on Wheels America, Protas most recently was the Vice President of Public Policy for MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger.

Meals on Wheels America Urges Congress to Fund and Reauthorize the Older Americans Act Amid Growing Senior Hunger and Social Isolation

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Friday, March 8, 2024
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ARLINGTON, Va., March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For more than 50 years, the Older Americans Act (OAA) has supported the network of state, regional and community-based organizations that deliver on the promise to nourish lives and help seniors age with dignity and independence. This week, Meals on Wheels America kicked off efforts on Capitol Hill advocating for this crucial legislation and how it can be improved to better meet the evolving needs of millions of seniors struggling with hunger and social isolation. 

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  • (R-LA), Meals on Wheels America President and CEO Ellie Hollander underscored the significant impact of the OAA and irreplicable work of local programs serving as a direct lifeline to seniors.
  • With intense federal funding negotiations ongoing, this hearing comes at a crucial time to highlight the growing crises of senior hunger, malnutrition, isolation and loneliness.
  • Chairman Sanders said it best: "Anyone who understands the Meals on Wheels program knows it's not just the actual meals delivered.
  • To learn more about how Meals on Wheels opens the door to addressing nutrition, social connection, safety and so much more, visit www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org .

Foundation Automotive Donates $10,000 to Meals on Wheels

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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The team at Foundation Automotive volunteered their time at Meals on Wheels to help package nutritious meals for seniors and individuals in need over the holiday season.

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  • The team at Foundation Automotive volunteered their time at Meals on Wheels to help package nutritious meals for seniors and individuals in need over the holiday season.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240206404592/en/
    Foundation Automotive donated $10,000 to Meals on Wheels after volunteering event.
  • “Volunteering at Meals on Wheels was a rewarding and humbling experience,” said Corey Byrd, COO of Foundation.
  • It was great to be able to work as one team and make a positive impact.”
    In addition to volunteering, Foundation Automotive further demonstrated its commitment to Meals on Wheels by presenting a generous donation of $10,000.

Foundation Automotive of Wichita Falls Donates Over $30,000 to their Community in 2023

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Monday, January 29, 2024
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Foundation Automotive of Wichita Falls proudly recaps an extraordinary year of community engagement and philanthropic efforts throughout 2023.

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  • Foundation Automotive of Wichita Falls proudly recaps an extraordinary year of community engagement and philanthropic efforts throughout 2023.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240129042382/en/
    Foundation Automotive of Wichita Falls shares their extraordinary community engagement for 2023.
  • "Our commitment to the Wichita Falls community is at the heart of everything we do," said Kevin Kutschinski, owner of Foundation Automotive.
  • Further demonstrating their support for the Wichita Falls community, Foundation Automotive was present at the Chamber of Commerce Annual Celebration in March 2023.

Iris Energy Announces Monthly Investor Update for November 2023

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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SYDNEY, Australia, Dec. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Iris Energy Limited (NASDAQ: IREN) ("Iris Energy" or "the Company"), a leading owner and operator of institutional-grade, highly efficient proprietary Bitcoin mining data centers powered by 100% renewable energy, today published a monthly investor update for November 2023, containing its results from operations as well as business updates.

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  • Canal Flats update (0.8 EH/s, 30MW capacity) – BC, Canada
    Canal Flats has been powered by 100% renewable energy since inception6.
  • The project achieved average monthly operating hashrate of 840 PH/s in November compared to 841 PH/s last month.
  • Prince George update (1.6 EH/s, 50MW capacity) – BC, Canada
    Prince George has been powered by 100% renewable energy since inception6.
  • Childress update (0.6 EH/s, 20MW operating / 80MW under construction) – Texas, USA
    Childress has been powered by 100% renewable energy since inception via the purchase of RECs.

PG&E Coworkers Celebrate Holiday Season Giving Back Through Volunteerism in Hometowns

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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OAKLAND, Calif., Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is kicking off the 2023 holiday season by partnering with nonprofit groups to give back to the customers and hometowns it is privileged to serve in Northern and Central California.

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  • As part of PG&E's annual holiday giving program called Campaign for our Hometowns, which began earlier this month, coworkers are volunteering with community organizations — from Eureka to Bakersfield — and giving to causes they care about.
  • PG&E volunteers will help bring joy to homebound senior neighbors this holiday season," said Marisa Melo, Executive Director, Meals on Wheels of Alameda County.
  • "We are eager to help in ways that are meaningful to our coworkers and will benefit the customers in our hometowns this holiday season, from volunteering at local food banks to assisting with holiday gift distributions.
  • Events where coworkers will volunteer in person include:
    Nov. 21: Giving Thanks on Golden Gate in support of St. Anthony's (San Francisco)

Meals on Wheels America Collaborates with the Fuel Rewards® Program at Shell to Give Back This November

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Meals on Wheels America announced a collaboration with the Fuel Rewards® program, the popular fuel loyalty program at Shell, to help tackle senior hunger during the Thanksgiving season. Through November 23, Shell – in conjunction with PDI, the convenience retail technology company powering the Fuel Rewards® program – is donating one cent to Meals on Wheels America for each gallon of gas purchased at Shell by Fuel Rewards® members with Platinum Status, up to $200,000.

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  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Meals on Wheels America announced a collaboration with the Fuel Rewards® program, the popular fuel loyalty program at Shell, to help tackle senior hunger during the Thanksgiving season.
  • Through November 23, Shell – in conjunction with PDI, the convenience retail technology company powering the Fuel Rewards® program – is donating one cent to Meals on Wheels America for each gallon of gas purchased at Shell by Fuel Rewards® members with Platinum Status, up to $200,000.
  • "The Meals on Wheels network delivers nutritious meals, social connection and more to millions of seniors each year," said Kristine Templin, Chief Development Officer of Meals on Wheels America.
  • "Shell is committed to giving back to communities and this is an opportunity to do so through the Fuel Rewards® program.

RNR Tire Express Honor Breast Cancer Survivor with THINK PINK Package

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- RNR Tire Express (RNR), the nation's leading franchise retailer for tires and custom wheels, announced the winner of their 8th annual Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign. With the help of RNR franchisees around the country, their team donated a portion of all tire sales during the month of October – Breast Cancer Awareness Month – to foundations advancing the cause of breast cancer research and the search for a cure.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- RNR Tire Express (RNR), the nation's leading franchise retailer for tires and custom wheels, announced the winner of their 8th annual Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign.
  • Despite her ongoing battle, Chris still finds time to help grow her community; actively volunteering with Meals on Wheels, National Breast Cancer Foundation Fab Over 40 and her own nonprofit, Breast Cancer Hub, which raises awareness, education and research for breast cancer.
  • "To be able to provide a source of positivity by giving back to those who have survived or are fighting breast cancer is a great honor for the RNR Tire Express family," said Larry Sutton, founder and CEO of RNR Tire Express.
  • For more information on the RNR Tire Express KNOCK OUT Breast Cancer Campaign, visit http://www.rnrtires.com/pink .