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Hyliion Announces Former Secretary Elaine Chao to Join Board of Directors

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Tuesday, August 24, 2021

(NYSE: HYLN) (Hyliion), a leader in electrified powertrain solutions for Class 8 semi-trucks, today announced that the Honorable Elaine Chao will join its board of directors.

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  • (NYSE: HYLN) (Hyliion), a leader in electrified powertrain solutions for Class 8 semi-trucks, today announced that the Honorable Elaine Chao will join its board of directors.
  • During her time at the Department of Labor, Elaine Chao focused on increasing the competitiveness of Americas workforce in the global economy.
  • Elaine Chao has had an incredibly distinguished career promoting innovation and American excellence, and we are fortunate to have her join our board, said Thomas Healy, Founder and CEO of Hyliion.
  • Elaine Chao earned her Masters of Business Administration at Harvard Business School after graduating with an economics degree from Mt.

Virtual Enterprises International (VEI) Names Musa Ali Shama as Executive Vice President of Programs and Doris Thomas as Vice President of Engagement

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Tuesday, August 17, 2021

Virtual Enterprises International (VEI) today announced two new executive appointments that will advance the growth and development of VE programs and engagement efforts throughout the U.S.

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  • Virtual Enterprises International (VEI) today announced two new executive appointments that will advance the growth and development of VE programs and engagement efforts throughout the U.S.
  • As part of VEs management team, Mr. Shama will be instrumental in guiding VEs expansion strategies and program outcomes.
  • VEI also appointed Doris Thomas as its Vice President of Engagement a new position at the nonprofit.
  • I believe VEI has found exceptional leaders in Musa Ali and Doris, said Nick Chapman, president of Virtual Enterprises International.

Government of Canada is reaching thousands of Canada's most vulnerable during COVID-19

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Friday, August 13, 2021

This is why the Government of Canada has worked with national intermediary partnersCommunity Foundations of Canada, Canadian Red Cross and United Way Centraide Canadato disburse $350 million to community-based organizations since last May.

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  • This is why the Government of Canada has worked with national intermediary partnersCommunity Foundations of Canada, Canadian Red Cross and United Way Centraide Canadato disburse $350 million to community-based organizations since last May.
  • This funding was used to power thousands of projects, train countless volunteers, and support their communities along the way.
  • The Government of Canada recognizes that charities and non-profit organizations are undertaking essential front-line work, all while facing their own fundraising and service delivery challenges.
  • The Government of Canada invested $350 million through the Emergency Community Support Fund to help charities and non-profit organizations to adapt front-line services for vulnerable Canadians during COVID-19.

Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation Donates Nearly $400,000 to Local Hunger Relief Organizations

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Monday, August 9, 2021

SALISBURY, N.C., Aug. 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation has distributed close to $400,000 in grants to 143 nonprofit organizations across its 10-state footprint.

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  • SALISBURY, N.C., Aug. 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation has distributed close to $400,000 in grants to 143 nonprofit organizations across its 10-state footprint.
  • The grants will support the organizations efforts to combat food insecurity and provide nutritional education to neighbors.
  • Food Lion takes pride in being a part of the community in the towns and cities we serve.Through Food Lion Feeds and the grants provided by the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation, were happy to support our food bank partners and help those in need in these communities by providing access to food and meals, as well as investing in innovative programs that address the underlying causes of food insecurity, said Food Lion Feeds Foundation President Adam Bass.
  • The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation holds two grant cycles each year.

YMCA of the USA Names Suzanne McCormick as Next President and CEO

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Monday, August 9, 2021

Chicago, IL, Aug. 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Suzanne McCormick hasbeen namedpresident andchief executive officerof YMCA of the USA (Y-USA).

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  • Chicago, IL, Aug. 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Suzanne McCormick hasbeen namedpresident andchief executive officerof YMCA of the USA (Y-USA).
  • McCormickss tenure with Y-USA will officially beginin September,replacing Kevin Washington, the organizations first Black president and CEOwho is retiring after serving as Y-USAs president and CEO for more than six years and after more than 40 years of service to the YMCA.
  • Prior to assuming this national role, she spent five years as president and CEO for United Way Suncoast and 13 years at United Way of Greater Portland in Maine, including four as president and CEO.
  • As president and CEO ofY-USA,McCormickwillbe responsible forleading the 170-year-old organization, whose brand is valued at $8.9M, and theChicago-basednational resource office for themore than 2,600 YMCAs across the United States.

Canada Life and United Way Centraide Canada launching first ever national Student Success Drive

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

WINNIPEG, MB, Aug. 4, 2021 /CNW/ - This week, Canada Life and United Way Centraide Canada are launching their first ever national Student Success Drive.

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  • WINNIPEG, MB, Aug. 4, 2021 /CNW/ - This week, Canada Life and United Way Centraide Canada are launching their first ever national Student Success Drive.
  • Canada Life employees and the public can donate to the Student Success Drive online until Aug. 11 at 11:59 p.m.
  • Canada Life is a long-time supporter of United Ways across Canada through corporate donations and workplace campaigns.
  • On January 1, 2020, Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life became one company Canada Life, and today, we proudly serve more than 12 million customer relationships from coast to coast to coast.

Kroger Elects Elaine Chao to Board of Directors

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Monday, August 2, 2021

CINCINNATI, Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that Elaine Chao has been elected to the company's board of directors.

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  • CINCINNATI, Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that Elaine Chao has been elected to the company's board of directors.
  • "We are pleased to welcome Elaine to Kroger," said Rodney McMullen, Kroger's chairman and CEO.
  • "Kroger's proactive board refreshment strategy ensures the organization benefits from the unique expertise and perspective of a diverse board of directors," continued Mr. McMullen.
  • To download Elaine Chao's headshot as well as an image of Kroger's complete board, please visit here .

Healthy Alliance IPA and United Way of the Greater Capital Region launch fund to support BIPOC-led community organizations

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Thursday, July 22, 2021

Grassroots community-based organizations are integral to reducing health disparities, but are often underfunded, said Erica Coletti, CEO of Alliance for Better Health.

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  • Grassroots community-based organizations are integral to reducing health disparities, but are often underfunded, said Erica Coletti, CEO of Alliance for Better Health.
  • We created this fund in partnership with United Way to provide resources as a step toward addressing that void.
  • United Way of the Greater Capital Region is an organization that fights for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in every community.
  • It unites donors, volunteers, and community organizations in a common mission to strengthen our community and improve social conditions in the Capital Region and beyond.

FirstEnergy Donates $2.2 Million in Personal Protective Equipment to Organizations in Need

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Monday, July 12, 2021

"FirstEnergy's commitment to the safety of our communities doesn't end at the light switch, and we couldn't ask for a better partner in distributing these supplies than United Way."

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  • "FirstEnergy's commitment to the safety of our communities doesn't end at the light switch, and we couldn't ask for a better partner in distributing these supplies than United Way."
  • In 2020 alone, the company and its employees donated more than $3 million to 116 local United Way agencies.
  • More information on FirstEnergy's commitment to community involvement, including support of United Way, is available at www.firstenergycorp.com/community .
  • The company's transmission subsidiaries operateapproximately24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions.

Publix Named United Way’s No. 1 Global Corporate Leader for the Second Year

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021

For the second year in a row, Publix has been named United Ways No.

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  • For the second year in a row, Publix has been named United Ways No.
  • During the companys most recent workplace campaign, Publix associates pledged $37.8 million to United Way with Publix Super Market Charities committing an additional $24.5 million, bringing the total contribution to $62.3 million.
  • "The support Publix provides United Way helps build stronger communities, and we are grateful for their generosity," said Suzanne McCormick, U.S. President at United Way Worldwide.
  • During it all, Publix associates gave back so generously to their local United Ways.