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The Bob Woodruff Foundation Establishes A Natural Disaster Fund With Help From Craig Newmark Philanthropies

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) has established a $5 million Natural Disaster Fund for veterans and military families with the help from ongoing supporter, Craig Newmark Philanthropies. The fund allows BWF to respond immediately when a natural disaster strikes – providing support to families who are suddenly without the essentials to live.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) has established a $5 million Natural Disaster Fund for veterans and military families with the help from ongoing supporter, Craig Newmark Philanthropies.
  • The fund allows BWF to respond immediately when a natural disaster strikes – providing support to families who are suddenly without the essentials to live.
  • "My partnership with the Bob Woodruff Foundation ensures veteran and military family support in every community across the country," said Craig Newmark, Founder of Craigslist and Craig Newmark Philanthropies, and a member of the Bob Woodruff Foundation Board of Directors.
  • The $5 million donation to create the Natural Disaster Relief Fund is in addition to a $13 million commitment from Craig Newmark Philanthropies to support BWF initiatives earlier this year.

Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne Johnson Launch ‘People’s Fund of Maui’ to Provide Immediate and Ongoing Assistance to Those Devastated by the Maui Wildfires

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
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The fund is launching with an initial $10 million donated by Winfrey and Johnson and a call to action for others to contribute to this meaningful and ongoing relief effort.

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  • The fund is launching with an initial $10 million donated by Winfrey and Johnson and a call to action for others to contribute to this meaningful and ongoing relief effort.
  • Even in the most difficult of times, the people of Maui come together, and we rise - that’s what makes us stronger,” said Dwayne Johnson.
  • “We are beyond grateful to be working alongside esteemed community leaders of Maui to launch the People's Fund of Maui.
  • The initial funding is being provided by Oprah Winfrey through the Oprah Winfrey Charitable Foundation, and Dwayne Johnson.

Autism Tech Accelerator Taps Entertainment Industry Exec as New CEO

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Multiple, a pioneering nonprofit built to stimulate venture investment in technology for the autism community, today announced the appointment of former Entertainment Industry Foundation Executive Heidi Kershaw, as its new CEO. Kershaw previously served as managing director for the Entertainment Industry Foundation (EIF). Multiple founder Dan Feshbach, who founded the iconic education technology company Teachtown in response to his son's autism diagnosis, will transition to executive board chair. 

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  • Kershaw previously served as managing director for the Entertainment Industry Foundation (EIF).
  • Multiple founder Dan Feshbach, who founded the iconic education technology company Teachtown in response to his son's autism diagnosis, will transition to executive board chair.
  • Heidi also won the MedTech Innovation Forum's People's Choice Award in 2021 for her own innovation for which she owns a patent.
  • Currently, she serves on the advisory board of UCLA's Center for Autism Research and Treatment (CART), which brings together clinicians and scientists to provide therapy, clinical services, and conduct research on autism care.

Winnebago Industries Foundation Named Presenting Sponsor of 2023 No Barriers Summit

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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FORT COLLINS, Colo., April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- No Barriers today announced that Winnebago Industries Foundation has committed to being the presenting sponsor of the 2023 No Barriers Summit. The annual three-day experience is uniquely designed to empower people to break through personal barriers and realize that "What's Within You is Stronger than What's in Your Way."

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  • FORT COLLINS, Colo., April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- No Barriers today announced that Winnebago Industries Foundation has committed to being the presenting sponsor of the 2023 No Barriers Summit.
  • On August 25-27, 2023, the 2023 No Barriers Summit powered by Winnebago Industries Foundation will unite individuals of all abilities and backgrounds in Copper Mountain, Colo., to discover the power in overcoming life's barriers and highlight the importance of making nature and outdoor activities accessible to all.
  • "Reducing barriers to help everyone enjoy the outdoors is at the forefront of everything the Winnebago Industries Foundation does," said Jil Littlejohn Bostick, VP of Corporate Responsibility & Inclusion and Executive Director of the Winnebago Industries Foundation.
  • The 2023 No Barriers Summit powered by Winnebago Industries Foundation will lead participants through the framework of living a No Barriers Life – the culmination of experiences, mindset and action that allows individuals to harness adversity, break through barriers and create a life of purpose and impact.

STAND UP TO CANCER LAUNCHES NEW RADIO PSA WITH JAZZ PHARMACEUTICALS TO ENCOURAGE LUNG CANCER SCREENING

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Monday, November 14, 2022
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The PSA aims to raise awareness in Black and Hispanic communities about small cell lung cancer and encourage listeners to learn about screening options.

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  • The PSA aims to raise awareness in Black and Hispanic communities about small cell lung cancer and encourage listeners to learn about screening options.
  • "Additionally, we are incredibly thankful to Jazz Pharmaceuticals for the company's support of SU2C's Catalystprogram, including research to investigate potential new treatments for non-small cell lung cancer."
  • "Jazz is committed to transforming the lives of patients and their families, and our collaboration with Stand Up To Cancer on this PSA campaign aims to spread awareness of small cell lung cancer and encourage early screening.
  • Stand Up To Cancer recently announced the funding of three SU2C Catalyst research projects with support from Jazz Pharmaceuticals.

The Latin Recording Academy® Announces Kany García, Rocío Guerrero, Rosa Lagarrigue and Janina Rosado as the 2022 Leading Ladies of Entertainment

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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We are proud to celebrate this amazing group of women and their many contributions to the Latin music and entertainment worlds, said Manuel Abud, CEO of The Latin Recording Academy.

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  • We are proud to celebrate this amazing group of women and their many contributions to the Latin music and entertainment worlds, said Manuel Abud, CEO of The Latin Recording Academy.
  • Furthermore, Noteable will be making another special scholarship donation to the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundations Scholarship Fund in support of future Latin music makers.
  • Applications for the Leading Ladies Connect TogetHER mentorship program are now open, through Friday, November 11, 2022 at 11:59 p.m.
  • ABOUT THE LATIN RECORDING ACADEMY:
    The Latin Recording Academy is an international nonprofit dedicated to nurturing, celebrating, honoring and elevating Latin music and its creators.

The Physicians Foundation, Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes' Foundation and #FirstRespondersFirst Call on Health Organizations to Implement Solutions Physicians Deserve for Their Mental Health and Wellbeing

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Thursday, September 15, 2022
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BOSTON, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of National Physician Suicide Awareness Day (September 17, 2022), The Physicians Foundation, Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes' Foundation and #FirstRespondersFirst have come together to accelerate systems change so physicians' burnout does not become a mental health emergency. Through Vital Signs: The Campaign to Prevent Physician Suicide, the organizations are galvanizing others to take action on the system level so that each physician feels supported on an individual level.  

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  • Understandably, the past two and a half years of the COVID-19 pandemic have taken a toll on physicians' mental health.
  • However, eight in 10 physicians (80%) reported that there is stigma surrounding mental health and seeking mental health care among physicians.
  • The steps to better support physicians are not a secretphysicians have identified who and what supports their mental health and wellbeing most.
  • The Foundation has three main tactics to achieve long-term change:
    Advise the health care industry on wellbeing initiatives that provide holistic mental health supports.

Amazon Studios, Disney, Fox Corporation, NBCUniversal/Telemundo Enterprises, Paramount, and Warner Bros. Discovery Join Founding Partner THE HISTORY Channel® in Uniting to Support The Roybal Film and Television Production Magnet Fund

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022
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A coalition of leading media companies, including Amazon Studios, Disney, Fox Corporation, NBCUniversal/Telemundo Enterprises, Paramount, and Warner Bros.

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  • A coalition of leading media companies, including Amazon Studios, Disney, Fox Corporation, NBCUniversal/Telemundo Enterprises, Paramount, and Warner Bros.
  • We are grateful to have the support of these extraordinary industry leaders to create opportunities for our students.
  • Roybal is just the beginning and we welcome all those who share in our mission to join us.
  • EIF is a Charity Navigator 4-Star Charity that meets all 20 BBB Charity Standards and carries the Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency.

SOLVE M.E. LAUNCHES THE FIRST NATIONWIDE PSA CAMPAIGN TO BROADEN AWARENESS OF LONG COVID

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Solve M.E. has released the first nationwide public service announcement (PSA) campaign titled "How Long?" to broaden awareness of Long Covid and highlight the need for more research to adequately help the many patients affected by this debilitating disease, which could last a lifetime.

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  • has released the first nationwide public service announcement (PSA) campaign titled " How Long? "
  • has released a PSA campaign to broaden awareness of Long Covid and highlight the need for more research.
  • Over 20 million Americans are suffering from Long Covid , and Long Covid could account for 15% of the nation's unfilled jobs.
  • campaign, support our work to solve Long Covid and associated conditions, learn more about participating in research, and join our advocacy efforts.

AMERICAN AIRLINES PUSHING CANCER RESEARCH TO NEW HEIGHTS WITH FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN

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Tuesday, August 2, 2022
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FORT WORTH, Texas, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Airlines, in collaboration with Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) and Emmy, Grammy and Golden Globe-nominated actress, singer and songwriter Mandy Moore, is launching its annual campaign to raise funds for innovative and life-saving cancer research.

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  • Customers earn American Airlines AAdvantage miles for donations to SU2C during two-month campaign.
  • FORT WORTH, Texas, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Airlines, in collaboration with Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) and Emmy, Grammy and Golden Globe-nominated actress, singer and songwriter Mandy Moore, is launching its annual campaign to raise funds for innovative and life-saving cancer research.
  • Now through Sept. 30, customers will receive 25 bonus American Airlines AAdvantagemiles for every dollar they donate of $25 or more to Stand Up To Cancer.
  • We are immensely grateful to American Airlines and their customers for their longstanding support and to Mandy Moore for her participation in this campaign.