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Gopuff Partners with Misfits Market for Nationwide Launch of 300+ Fresh Grocery Items

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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Gopuff today launched a comprehensive and affordable Fresh Grocery assortment powered by Misfits Market .

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  • Gopuff today launched a comprehensive and affordable Fresh Grocery assortment powered by Misfits Market .
  • Today, the Fresh Grocery assortment is available to customers in most major metros with expansion to additional Gopuff micro-fulfillment centers to follow.
  • To bring its Fresh Grocery offering to life, Gopuff partnered with Misfits Market , the online grocer that reduces food waste and makes shopping for sustainable, high-quality groceries easier and more affordable.
  • With its expansion into Fresh Grocery, Gopuff has the power to help more Americans access the fresh, high-quality food and groceries they need.

Washington Trust Collects 2.5 Tons of Peanut Butter

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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WESTERLY, R.I., April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Trust Company ("the Bank") today announced the 24th Annual  Washington Trust Peanut Butter Drive (the "Drive") resulted in collecting approximately 2.5 tons of peanut butter to benefit the Rhode Island Community Food Bank, Connecticut Foodshare, the Greater Boston Food Bank, and various local food pantries across the Bank's footprint in RI, MA and CT. This year's drive included the collection of more than 2,700 jars of peanut butter and monetary donations of approximately $4,000, which is the equivalent of approximately 2,300 jars of peanut butter. Since launching the drive in 2001, Washington Trust has collected more than 161 tons of peanut butter.

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  • WESTERLY, R.I., April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Trust Company ("the Bank") today announced the 24th Annual Washington Trust Peanut Butter Drive (the "Drive") resulted in collecting approximately 2.5 tons of peanut butter to benefit the Rhode Island Community Food Bank , Connecticut Foodshare , the Greater Boston Food Bank , and various local food pantries across the Bank's footprint in RI, MA and CT.
  • Since launching the drive in 2001, Washington Trust has collected more than 161 tons of peanut butter.
  • The Drive kicked off in late February with Washington Trust employees donating peanut butter at the Bank's annual employee appreciation celebration.
  • East Providence-based Peanut Butter manufacturer Nuts-n-More also donated 400 jars of peanut butter to the effort.

Washington Trust Kicks Off 24th Annual Peanut Butter Drive to Benefit Local Food Banks

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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WESTERLY, R.I., March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Trust Company ("Washington Trust," "the Bank") today announced the Bank has kicked off its 24th annual Peanut Butter Drive and will collect jars of peanut butter at the Bank's 27 branch locations through March 31, 2024.

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  • WESTERLY, R.I., March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Trust Company ("Washington Trust," "the Bank") today announced the Bank has kicked off its 24th annual Peanut Butter Drive and will collect jars of peanut butter at the Bank's 27 branch locations through March 31, 2024.
  • Peanut butter collected from the Washington Trust Peanut Butter Drive is donated to 19 local hunger relief agencies across the Bank's footprint, and online contributions support the Rhode Island Community Food Bank, Connecticut Foodshare , and the Greater Boston Food Bank .
  • "Washington Trust started the Peanut Butter Drive 24 years ago and, since that time, we've collected 159 tons of peanut butter— enough to make 5 million peanut butter sandwiches," said Edward O.
  • Drop off a jar of peanut butter at any Washington Trust branch location .

Gopuff Partners with the White House to Fight Hunger, Commits to Donating 10 Million Pounds of Food to Communities in Need

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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Gopuff today announced it's doubling down on its commitment to combating food insecurity by donating 10 million pounds of food to communities in need and joining the White House Challenge to End Hunger .

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  • Gopuff today announced it's doubling down on its commitment to combating food insecurity by donating 10 million pounds of food to communities in need and joining the White House Challenge to End Hunger .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240227058968/en/
    Gopuff today announced it's doubling down on its commitment to combating food insecurity by donating 10 million pounds of food to communities in need and joining the White House Challenge to End Hunger.
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    “Food access, affordability and insecurity are critical issues in our communities,” said Rafael Ilishayev, co-founder and co-CEO of Gopuff.
  • In joining the White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities, Gopuff commits to:
    Donating 10 million pounds of food to local food banks and charities across the United States by 2027 to help combat food insecurity through food rescue efforts.

Senior Whole Health by Molina Healthcare Invests $500,000 in Place-Based Supports to Reduce Health Disparities for Seniors in Massachusetts Affordable Housing Sites

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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Senior Whole Health by Molina Healthcare (“Senior Whole Health”) in collaboration with The MolinaCares Accord (“MolinaCares”) is announcing a $500,000 investment in organizations providing place-based supports (PBS) for residents of senior affordable housing sites.

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  • Senior Whole Health by Molina Healthcare (“Senior Whole Health”) in collaboration with The MolinaCares Accord (“MolinaCares”) is announcing a $500,000 investment in organizations providing place-based supports (PBS) for residents of senior affordable housing sites.
  • The resources will enhance care and wellness for facility residents across greater Boston.
  • It leverages on-site resident service coordinators (RSCs) who help seniors access health care providers, health plans, and community organizations.
  • “Improving health outcomes for older adults in Massachusetts goes beyond providing traditional medical services,” said Bill Graham, plan president for Senior Whole Health by Molina Healthcare.

BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF MASSACHUSETTS COMMITS NEARLY $900,000 IN FUNDING AND PRO BONO SUPPORT TO 8 NOT-FOR-PROFITS PROMOTING FOOD JUSTICE

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Monday, December 18, 2023
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BOSTON, Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) will award two-year grants to eight not-for-profit organizations focused on food justice.

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  • BOSTON, Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) will award two-year grants to eight not-for-profit organizations focused on food justice.
  • Each partner will receive more than $110,000 in Blue Cross funding and pro-bono support in total over 2024 and 2025.
  • Blue Cross is committed to helping make sure everyone in Massachusetts can access healthy, affordable, high-quality food that supports their cultural traditions.
  • DotRx connects more than 150 families with free produce and affordable, healthy food options through partnerships with local food access not-for-profits.

HRCI Appoints Kenneth Lee to Board of Directors

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HRCI ® , the premier HR credentialing and learning organization for the human resource profession, today announced the appointment of Kenneth Lee to its board of directors.

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  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HRCI ® , the premier HR credentialing and learning organization for the human resource profession, today announced the appointment of Kenneth Lee to its board of directors.
  • At SNHU, Lee oversees finance and accounting, financial planning and analysis, treasury, tax, internal controls, procurement, capital projects and facilities management functions.
  • Earlier in his career, Lee was a Partner at A.T. Kearney and worked in marketing and finance at PepsiCo and Dow Corning.
  • As such, I am thrilled to join HRCI’s board of directors and help shape the organization’s next chapter.”
    Andre T. Allen, MBA, GPHR, Chair, HRCI Board of Directors, shared, “We are delighted to welcome Ken to HRCI’s Board of Directors.

Albertsons Companies Foundation Raises Nearly $6 Million Through Customer Donations to Connect Neighbors in Need with Federal Nutrition Programs

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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During the month of September, Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSE: ACI), along with the Albertsons Companies Foundation, raised nearly $6 million through customer donations made at the register to support community organizations committed to connecting qualified individuals with existing federal meal programs.

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  • During the month of September, Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSE: ACI), along with the Albertsons Companies Foundation, raised nearly $6 million through customer donations made at the register to support community organizations committed to connecting qualified individuals with existing federal meal programs.
  • Grants will be awarded through the company’s Nourishing Neighbors charitable program this month to help those in need sign up for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Women Infants and Children (WIC).
  • "We're thrilled to partner with the Albertsons Companies Foundation to expand access to these programs and improve food security for individuals and families throughout Oregon."
  • “Our SNAP team is dedicated to helping neighbors get the nutritious food they need to thrive, with dignity, equity and convenience.”
    For more information on Nourishing Neighbors, click here .

iluminr Appoints James Hardy as Strategic Advisor, Bolstering Expertise in Financial Services Resilience and Innovation

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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SYDNEY and DENVER, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- iluminr, the platform that brings Resilience to life through gamified engagement, announces the appointment of James Hardy as Strategic Advisor.

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  • iluminr, the pioneer in gamified engagement for resilience, is pleased to announce the appointment of James Hardy as its Strategic Advisor.
  • In his new capacity as Strategic Advisor at iluminr, he will leverage his expertise to guide the organization's strategic goals, foster innovation, and enhance resilience solutions for clients.
  • SYDNEY and DENVER, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- iluminr, the platform that brings Resilience to life through gamified engagement, announces the appointment of James Hardy as Strategic Advisor.
  • As Strategic Advisor at iluminr, James Hardy will harness his deep knowledge to advance the company's strategic goals, guide go-to-market initiatives, and foster innovation.

Thierer Family Foundation Launches Vivery Community, a Public Charity to Expand Access to Nutritious Food and Benefits Nationwide

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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CHICAGO, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Thierer Family Foundation today announced the formation of Vivery Community , a new 501(c)(3) organization established to increase access to nutritious food and benefits for everyone.

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  • CHICAGO, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Thierer Family Foundation today announced the formation of Vivery Community , a new 501(c)(3) organization established to increase access to nutritious food and benefits for everyone.
  • Vivery Community achieves this by providing Vivery technology to food banks, food pantries, and the neighbors they serve across the nation—at no cost.
  • The launch of Vivery Community comes at a time of significant momentum for Vivery technology and its programs.
  • Vivery Idea Lab community programs take the Vivery mission one step further to provide everyone with access to nutritious food, regardless of their circumstances.