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Warby Parker Publishes 2023 Impact Report

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Fashion, Women, Environment, Retail, Other Philanthropy, Men, Children, Optical, Sustainability, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Online Retail, Consumer, Professional Services, Philanthropy, Other Retail, Health, Recycling, Lifestyle, United, World Health Organization, City, Glasses, Partnership, GRI, Lions Clubs International, Lens, Government, Lion, Work, Sustainability accounting, Sustainable Development Goals, Natural Resources, Eastman Chemical Company, Organization

Warby Parker Inc. (NYSE: WRBY) (the “Company”), a direct-to-consumer lifestyle brand focused on vision for all, today published its 2023 Impact Report.

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  • Warby Parker Inc. (NYSE: WRBY) (the “Company”), a direct-to-consumer lifestyle brand focused on vision for all, today published its 2023 Impact Report.
  • Each year, Warby Parker tracks and reports its impact on stakeholders following the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) framework.
  • Warby Parker also releases a Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) summary and aligns its key areas of sustainability to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within the Impact Report.
  • Highlights from the 2023 Impact Report include:
    Surpassing 15 Million Pairs of Glasses Distributed Through its Buy a Pair, Give a Pair Program: Warby Parker believes in vision for all, which is why for every pair of glasses or sunglasses sold, a pair of glasses is distributed to someone in need through its Buy a Pair, Give a Pair program.

Molina Healthcare of Nevada Donates $2.8 Million to Local Partners to Improve Access to Care

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Baby, Maternity, Other Health, Health, Philanthropy, General Health, Other Philanthropy, Mental Health, Hospitals, Fund Raising, Foundation, Consumer, Project, Case management, Investment, Woman, Health care, Community, Life, Workforce, Child, Prenatal care, Organization, Nursing

Molina Healthcare of Nevada (“Molina”), in collaboration with The MolinaCares Accord (“MolinaCares”), today announced $2.8 million in grants as part of its commitment to Nevada.

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  • Molina Healthcare of Nevada (“Molina”), in collaboration with The MolinaCares Accord (“MolinaCares”), today announced $2.8 million in grants as part of its commitment to Nevada.
  • Supporting 29 community-based organizations and providers, these grants aim to improve access to health care and social services targeting health disparities among under-resourced communities in Clark and Washoe Counties.
  • “Molina is committed to Nevada and understands the importance of collaborating with local providers and community organizations to create meaningful solutions to the recurring challenges that impact health,” said Rob Baughman, plan president of Molina Healthcare of Nevada.
  • Molina is investing in initiatives that increase services and programs to improve maternal and fetal health outcomes, including Women’s Health Associates of Southern Nevada .

Essential Utilities Launches Third Annual Earth Day Celebration

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Oil, Gas, Alternative Energy, Energy, Green Technology, Climate Change, Sustainability, Recycling, Philanthropy, Environmental Policy, Other Natural Resources, Environment, Natural Resources, Other Philanthropy, Other Energy, Utilities, National Aviary, Natural Lands, City, Drinking water, Essential Utilities, Tree, Essential, Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, Partnership, Water, Pittsburgh Botanic Garden, Garden, Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, Quality of life, Organization, World Water Day

Essential Utilities Inc. launched its third annual Essential Earth Day, a month-long celebration of volunteer events, donations and employee education opportunities, which will run through the end of April and support the company’s mission of protecting and providing Earth’s most essential resources and investing in the communities it serves.

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  • Essential Utilities Inc. launched its third annual Essential Earth Day, a month-long celebration of volunteer events, donations and employee education opportunities, which will run through the end of April and support the company’s mission of protecting and providing Earth’s most essential resources and investing in the communities it serves.
  • “Earth Day is a powerful reminder of the vital link between safe drinking water, essential resources and the well-being of our planet and communities,” said Essential Utilities Chairman and CEO Chris Franklin.
  • “By launching our initiatives on World Water Day, we demonstrate our unwavering commitment to improving the lives of the people we serve.
  • Essential Earth Day is part of the company’s comprehensive commitment to the environment and the communities it serves.

Publix honors associates for their community involvement

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Philanthropy, Retail, Home Goods, Supermarket, Other Philanthropy, Food, Beverage, Heart, Publix

Publix recognized six associates with the Mr. George Community Service Award for outstanding commitment to their communities during the company’s annual stockholders’ meeting.

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  • Publix recognized six associates with the Mr. George Community Service Award for outstanding commitment to their communities during the company’s annual stockholders’ meeting.
  • Publix founder George Jenkins, affectionately known as Mr. George, believed that Publix and its associates should make a difference in their communities, and the Mr. George Community Service Award annually recognizes associates who have continued his legacy of service.
  • “Mr.
  • George once stated that we’re not only in the grocery business, we’re in the people business,” said Publix CEO Kevin Murphy.

Painting Homes, Changing Lives: Fresh Coat Painters of Tampa Provides Pro Bono Bedroom Painting for Pediatric Cancer Patients with the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Philanthropy, Family, Oncology, Consumer, Other Construction & Property, Residential Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Foundation, Children, Urban Planning, Other Philanthropy, Health, Interior Design, Environment, Antonella, Cure, Partnership, Patient, Research, Nursing

Fresh Coat Painters of Tampa , in collaboration with the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (NPCF) , is proud to announce a heartwarming initiative aimed at bringing joy and comfort to pediatric cancer patients and their families.

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  • Fresh Coat Painters of Tampa , in collaboration with the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (NPCF) , is proud to announce a heartwarming initiative aimed at bringing joy and comfort to pediatric cancer patients and their families.
  • Through their non-profit arm, Fresh Coat Cares, Matt Boden , owner of Fresh Coat Painters of Tampa , is leading the charge to provide pro bono painting projects for children undergoing cancer treatment.
  • "I am deeply honored to be able to give back to the pediatric cancer community," says Matt Boden.
  • Christopher Geib, Chief Development Officer of the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation , expressed gratitude for the partnership, stating, "We are thrilled to collaborate with Fresh Coat Painters of Tampa and Fresh Coat Cares in this meaningful endeavor.

Dormie Network Foundation Continues its In-Kind Commitment to Nonprofit Partners Raising $10.4M

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Philanthropy, Golf, Sports, Other Philanthropy, Fund Raising, Foundation, Multimedia, Organization, Growth, Pharmaceutical industry

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240417313599/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240417313599/en/
    The Foundation empowers nonprofits by raising the bar on their fundraising opportunities through in-kind donations of one-year Dormie Network memberships.
  • “The Dormie Network Foundation in-kind donations generate far more than the minimum bid,” said Don Liimatainen, Founder & President/CEO, Best Christmas Ever .
  • “I am excited to see what the future holds, and the social investments Dormie Network will make to strengthen our communities.”
    The standout year also comes with a new Dormie Network Foundation website.
  • The Dormie Network Foundation will continue its cash distribution program into 2024.

Red River Charitable Foundation Announces 2024 Marcy Levesque Women in Technology Scholarship Recipients

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Public Policy, Government, Other Professional Services, Defense, Teens, Consulting, Government Technology, Semiconductor, Other Technology, Professional Services, Security, Telecommunications, Philanthropy, Satellite, Software, Other Education, Photography, Networks, Nanotechnology, Internet, University, Audio, Video, Hardware, Electronic Design Automation, Veterans, Education, Data Management, Consumer Electronics, Technology, Women, Other Philanthropy, Engineering, Other Defense, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Contracts, VoIP, Manufacturing, Mobile, Wireless, Consumer, White House, Federal Government, Foundation, Other Policy Issues, Homeland Security, Cloud, George Mason University, Computer science, Network operations center, Woman, Northern Virginia Community College, Red, Heart, Growth, Marywood University, Cloud computing, Student, Child, Veteran, Nursing

Red River Charitable Foundation (RRCF), a 501(c)3 supporting veterans and students, today announced the recipients of the 2024 Marcy Levesque Women in Technology Scholarship.

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  • Red River Charitable Foundation (RRCF), a 501(c)3 supporting veterans and students, today announced the recipients of the 2024 Marcy Levesque Women in Technology Scholarship.
  • Marcy Levesque was a beloved part of the Red River family and the first remote Network Operations Center employee.
  • “RRCF is proud to continue supporting women who are furthering their education in various fields of technology with this scholarship,” said Elizabeth Daum, a Red River employee and mentor in Red River’s Women in Tech Mentorship Program.
  • It’s an honor to help this year’s recipients realize new career paths.”
    Click here to learn more about the Marcy Levesque Women in Technology Scholarship.

Hotel Association of NYC Foundation Annual ‘Red Carpet Hospitality Gala’ Lights Up Big Apple

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Entertainment, Philanthropy, General Entertainment, Other Travel, Theatre, Fund Raising, Lodging, Foundation, Other Philanthropy, Travel, Diamond, Assembly, Alan Steel, Javits Center, The, New York City Council, UNITE, Aimbridge Hospitality, Tourism, Triumph Hotels, Host, Marriott International, Forbes Travel Guide, The Shubert Organization, Senior, BD Hotels, DOT, Multimedia, Nightlife, Neil Diamond, IHG Hotels & Resorts, Complex, Robin, Social responsibility, Hotel

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240417160620/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240417160620/en/
    The Hotel Association of NYC Foundation, charitable arm of the Hotel Association of New York City (HANYC), hosted its annual “Red Carpet Hospitality Gala” at The Intercontinental Barclay in Manhattan on Monday, April 1, recognizing Hyatt Hotels and Resorts U.S. and Canada President Susan Santiago with its Hospitality Award and Robin Hood Foundation’s CEO Richard R. Buery, Jr. with its Humanitarian Award.
  • PICTURED (from left): HANYC President & CEO Vijay Dandapani, Lowes Hotels Executive Chairman Jonathan Tisch, Susan Santiago, Richard Buery, HANYC Foundation Chair Heather Davis, and HANYC Chairman Fred Grapstein.
  • Preferred Sponsors included Aimbridge Hospitality; Hotel and Gaming Trades Council/Local 6 UNITE HERE; and Kasirer.
  • Established in 1878, the Hotel Association of New York City, Inc. (HANYC) is one of the oldest professional trade associations in the nation.

Torani Teams Up with Armstead Academic Project to Host “Career Camp,” Unlocking Educational & Career Pathways for Students

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Retail, Business, Consumer, Training, Other Education, Professional Services, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Other Philanthropy, Philanthropy, Teens, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Education, Children, Food, Beverage, Learning, Social media, FLY, The New York Times, Snapchat, Multimedia, AAP, Student, Jacksonville Jaguars, Sibling, Management

Torani , a leading flavor company since 1925, is partnering with the Armstead Academic Project (AAP) on the non-profit’s new “Stay Hungry” Career Camp pilot program.

Key Points: 
  • Torani , a leading flavor company since 1925, is partnering with the Armstead Academic Project (AAP) on the non-profit’s new “Stay Hungry” Career Camp pilot program.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240416949965/en/
    Torani, a leading flavor company since 1925, is partnering with the Armstead Academic Project (AAP) on the non-profit’s new “Stay Hungry” Career Camp pilot program.
  • AAP was founded in 2019 by Jacksonville Jaguars defensive lineman and former 49ers player, Arik Armstead, and his wife, Dr. Mindy Armstead (M.S., M.D.).
  • AAP’s Career Camp at Torani will introduce students to several potential career pathways, from manufacturing and technical maintenance to social media and food science.

Loop Provides Returns Solution for FIGS’ “Scrubs That Don’t Suck” Recycling Campaign

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Professional Services, Philanthropy, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Sustainability, Communications, Other Philanthropy, Textiles, Recycling, Small Business, Manufacturing, Other Transport, General Health, Other Education, Transport, Education, Other Technology, Other Consumer, Online Retail, Specialty, Environment, Department Stores, Fashion, Data Management, Retail, Technology, Health, Consumer, Other Communications, FIGS, Sport, Roadrunner, Partnership, Carbon, Life, IPO

FIGS is leveraging Loop’s reverse logistics expertise and scalable solutions to seamlessly manage the complexities of returns and recycling, enhancing its customer experience and operational efficiency.

Key Points: 
  • FIGS is leveraging Loop’s reverse logistics expertise and scalable solutions to seamlessly manage the complexities of returns and recycling, enhancing its customer experience and operational efficiency.
  • Loop’s reverse logistics platform is also enabling easy in-person drop-offs to minimize the environmental impact of the returns process.
  • The scalability of the Loop platform coupled with our successful, multi-year partnership made partnering with Loop on this campaign a no-brainer.
  • FIGS’ unique recycling program demonstrates how Loop’s returns engine enables customized solutions for brands’ reverse logistics needs.