Emergency fund

Volcani International Partners and Western Negev Farmers Launch ReGrow Israel Emergency Fund to Rebuild War-Destroyed Agricultural Communities

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

WESTERN NEGEV, Israel, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Israel's leading Agricultural NGO, Volcani International Partners and Western Negev Farmers ("Mishkey HaNegev")  launched ReGrow Israel – an Emergency Fund to restore and rebuild farming communities hardest hit by the October 7th terrorist attacks. The initiative seeks to raise $50 million that will be immediately distributed to farmers to address the significant losses:

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  • WESTERN NEGEV, Israel, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Israel's leading Agricultural NGO, Volcani International Partners and Western Negev Farmers ("Mishkey HaNegev")  launched ReGrow Israel – an Emergency Fund to restore and rebuild farming communities hardest hit by the October 7th terrorist attacks.
  • The Western Negev distributes a substantial portion of staples like potatoes and tomatoes, produce and dairy to the Israeli population.
  • "These pioneering, passionate farmers are already getting creative in finding solutions to use what's left of their land and resources to feed the Israeli population," says Danielle Abraham, CEO, Volcani Partners International.
  • ReGrow Israel has generated support from leaders around the world such as former US Secretary of Agriculture Dan Glickman who serves as an advisor to the fund.

Volcani International Partners and Western Negev Farmers Launch ReGrow Israel Emergency Fund to Rebuild War-Destroyed Agricultural Communities

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

WESTERN NEGEV, Israel, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Israel's leading Agricultural NGO, Volcani International Partners and Western Negev Farmers ("Mishkey HaNegev")  launched ReGrow Israel – an Emergency Fund to restore and rebuild farming communities hardest hit by the October 7th terrorist attacks. The initiative seeks to raise $50 million that will be immediately distributed to farmers to address the significant losses:

Key Points: 
  • WESTERN NEGEV, Israel, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Israel's leading Agricultural NGO, Volcani International Partners and Western Negev Farmers ("Mishkey HaNegev")  launched ReGrow Israel – an Emergency Fund to restore and rebuild farming communities hardest hit by the October 7th terrorist attacks.
  • The Western Negev distributes a substantial portion of staples like potatoes and tomatoes, produce and dairy to the Israeli population.
  • "These pioneering, passionate farmers are already getting creative in finding solutions to use what's left of their land and resources to feed the Israeli population," says Danielle Abraham, CEO, Volcani Partners International.
  • ReGrow Israel has generated support from leaders around the world such as former US Secretary of Agriculture Dan Glickman who serves as an advisor to the fund.

Dwayne Johnson Launches Mighty Oak Debit Card with Acorns

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

IRVINE, Calif. and NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dwayne Johnson and Acorns, a saving and investing app, have announced the launch of the Mighty Oak Debit Card. The heavy metal Tungsten debit card, exclusive to Acorns, was constructed to address a fundamental American problem: overspending and under-saving. The Mighty Oak Card offers an entirely new way of banking, helping people grow their financial knowledge and invest towards their future – simply by using it.

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  • Introducing a new debit card and way of banking - with mighty APYs - that helps Americans save and invest, one step at a time
    IRVINE, Calif. and NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dwayne Johnson and Acorns, a saving and investing app, have announced the launch of the Mighty Oak Debit Card.
  • The heavy metal Tungsten debit card, exclusive to Acorns, was constructed to address a fundamental American problem: overspending and under-saving.
  • The Mighty Oak Card gives money a chance to grow by turning saving and investing into an everyday habit.
  • Dwayne proved it with $7 and we know from tiny acorns, mighty oaks do grow," said Noah Kerner, CEO of Acorns.

TD donates additional $500,000 to support humanitarian aid for children in Middle East

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Monday, October 23, 2023

TORONTO, Oct. 23, 2023 /CNW/ - Today TD announced an additional donation of $500,000 for urgent humanitarian aid, with a focus on addressing the needs of children.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 23, 2023 /CNW/ - Today TD announced an additional donation of $500,000 for urgent humanitarian aid, with a focus on addressing the needs of children.
  • Funds will be used to help provide critically needed supplies and care to children in Gaza and Israel.
  • UNICEF is actively appealing for support with a focus on safe water, nutrition support and medical care.
  • In addition to its direct contributions, TD continues to accept in-branch donations to the Canadian Red Cross Middle East Humanitarian Crisis Appeal to provide humanitarian assistance to those impacted across the region.

60% of Consumers Find Finances a Key Stressor; Over 1 in 3 Concerned about Affording Food for the Next Month

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023

The survey captures sentiment around the overall financial wellbeing of consumers, a cornerstone of the culture within Affinity’s communities.

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  • The survey captures sentiment around the overall financial wellbeing of consumers, a cornerstone of the culture within Affinity’s communities.
  • Additionally, more than 1 in 3 (35%) express concerns about their ability to afford food in the upcoming month.
  • This marks an alarming rise from the first quarter, with Gen Z respondents showing a 22% jump and Millennials an increase of nearly 14% in this key area.
  • Inflationary Pressures: Across generations, 42% of participants are stressed by inflation, followed by unexpected expenses (38%) and difficulties in saving (36%).

New Report: Under-Investment in Public Health Leaves Nation Less Prepared for Current and Future Health Risks

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023

WASHINGTON, June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Decades of underfunding have left the nation's public health system ill-equipped to protect the health of Americans, according to a new report, The Impact of Chronic Underfunding on America's Public Health System: Trends, Risks, and Recommendations, 2023, being released today by Trust for America's Health.

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  • The COVID-19 crisis illuminated weaknesses in the nation's public health infrastructure, including antiquated data systems, insufficient public health laboratory capacity, an under-resourced public health workforce, and the need for improved public health communications.
  • "We must address the serious mismatch between the nation's public health needs and its public health investment," said J. Nadine Gracia, M.D.
  • Increased and sustained investment in public health would not only better prepare us for future public health emergencies, it would also help address the root causes of poor health and health disparities."
  • Modernize the public health data system to ensure comprehensive and real-time data sharing during public health emergencies.

ASPCA Mobilizes Disaster Response Team to Assist Mississippi Animal Shelter Severely Damaged by Devastating Tornadoes

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Thursday, March 30, 2023

AMORY, Miss., March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- At the urgent request of the Amory Humane Society in Monroe County, Miss., the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) quickly mobilized the day after devastating tornadoes swept through Mississippi and Alabama to provide critical support for impacted animals. The ASPCA's disaster response team is on the ground assisting with evacuation, emergency sheltering and search-and-rescue efforts, distributing pet food and supplies to families impacted by the storm, and helping clean up Amory Humane Society's shelter, which sustained severe damage. Oktibbeha County Humane Society in Starkville, Miss., is also assisting with emergency sheltering efforts.

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  • Oktibbeha County Humane Society in Starkville, Miss., is also assisting with emergency sheltering efforts.
  • "Collaboration in response to crises like this is essential, and we commend the animal welfare community for acting quickly to evacuate and secure safe locations for impacted shelter animals.
  • Our rescue and animal care teams will continue to help local animals and families any way we can."
  • The ASPCA remains in close contact with Mississippi-based emergency management agencies and local animal welfare organizations and will continue to provide additional support as needed.

A Year of Better Banking: SoFi Checking and Savings Turns One

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023

SoFi Technologies, Inc. (“SoFi”), the digital personal finance company, is celebrating the one year anniversary of launching SoFi Checking and Savings 1.

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  • SoFi Technologies, Inc. (“SoFi”), the digital personal finance company, is celebrating the one year anniversary of launching SoFi Checking and Savings 1.
  • SoFi Checking and Savings entered the market with zero account fees and a highly competitive APY (Annual Percentage Yield) on both checking and savings balances.
  • SoFi Checking and Savings continues to offer a highly competitive 3.75% APY on savings accounts for direct deposit members2, 12x the national savings average3.
  • Since launching with a highly competitive APY, SoFi Checking and Savings has increased the APY on accounts 11 times since launch.

Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market Report 2022: Water Scarcity Driving Growth in Sector - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022

Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment includes the equipment used in the wastewater treatment plants.

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  • Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment includes the equipment used in the wastewater treatment plants.
  • The high installation, operational, and maintenance cost of wastewater treatment plants is one of the biggest challenges for the Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market.
  • The cost of a wastewater treatment plant directly affects the global Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market as this equipment is majorly installed in wastewater treatment plants such as membrane separation and disinfectants.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic slowed the growth of Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market, owing to the shutdown of production activities in various industrial areas including water and wastewater treatment equipment manufacturing units.

PURPOSE DRIVEN E-COMMERCE SITE, OLIVELA LAUNCHES "STAND WITH HER" - A CAMPAIGN IN SUPPORT OF WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Impact-driven, luxury e-commerce platform OLIVELA is proud to announce today, on Giving Tuesday, the launch of Stand With Her – a campaign supporting and raising funds for women's empowerment through OLIVELA's powerful cause partners. The multi-media campaign will create a powerful narrative that shines a light on three important issues facing women today – girls' education, gender equality, and the shared responsibility we all have to raise women up.

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  • This will be followed by a New Year campaign in January focused on mobilizing the female community to drive change and make impact.
  • OLIVELA's unique retail concept drives 20 percent of net proceedsfrom all purchases, at no cost to customers or brands, to its non-profit partners.
  • Since launch, OLIVELA has created a more conscious way of shopping by offering a curation of the world's best brands across fashion, beauty, and lifestyle, with a purpose driven mission at its core.
  • "OLIVELA was born with a mission to help girls around the world overcome poverty and gender inequality.