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TEACHERS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION'S ANNUAL SEASON OF GIVING CAMPAIGN CONCLUDES A YEAR-LONG GIVING EFFORT RESULTING IN OVER $800,000 IN DONATIONS TO CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS ACROSS THE COUNTRY

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Teachers Federal Credit Union, one of the largest credit unions in the United States with $9.7 billion assets and more than 460,000 members, proudly concludes its third annual Season of Giving campaign, donating $50,000 to three non-profit organizations. The campaign, which launched on Giving Tuesday, brings the credit union's total 2023 charitable giving contribution to more than $800,000 across 75 non-profit organizations.

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  • The campaign, which launched on Giving Tuesday, brings the credit union's total 2023 charitable giving contribution to more than $800,000 across 75 non-profit organizations.
  • Between November 28 and December 4, Teachers turned to its members and community to vote on the distribution of its Season of Giving funds.
  • "Closing out a year highlighted by record-breaking charitable giving and volunteerism, Teachers is proud to donate $50,000 to three incredible non-profit organizations," said Brad Calhoun, President and CEO of Teachers Federal Credit Union.
  • The Season of Giving campaign is just one of the ways Teachers gives back to the communities it serves throughout the year.

Dream Vacations Announces Winners for "Operation Vetrepreneur Become Your Own General" Contest

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- One of the leading travel agency franchises for veterans, Dream Vacations, recently awarded three military veterans with free travel franchises as part of its annual award-winning annual business plan contest "Operation Vetrepreneur: Become Your Own General." Currently more than 35 percent of franchise owners within Dream Vacations are military veterans and in the past decade, the travel agency franchise has awarded 61 free franchises valued at more than $700,000 to deserving military veterans.

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  • "Supporting the entrepreneurial dreams of our military veterans and their families is such an honor," said Drew Daly, senior vice president and general manager of Dream Vacations.
  • "Supporting the entrepreneurial dreams of our military veterans and their families is such an honor," said Drew Daly, senior vice president and general manager of Dream Vacations.
  • All military veterans who purchase a Dream Vacations travel agency business receive a 30 percent discount off the initial franchisee fee.
  • The Operation Vetrepreneur program won gold from the Travel Weekly Magellan Awards and the IFA Franchising Gives Back Awards.

Wreaths Across America Announces the Mobile Education Exhibit 2024 National Tour Schedule

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine, Nov. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wreaths Across America (WAA) is overwhelmed with the outpouring of support from communities throughout the country for its Mobile Education Exhibit (MEE).

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  • COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine, Nov. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wreaths Across America (WAA) is overwhelmed with the outpouring of support from communities throughout the country for its Mobile Education Exhibit (MEE).
  • Today, WAA announces the MEE schedule for 2024.
  • To learn more about the Mobile Education Exhibit or submit a request for it to come to your community in 2024, click here .
  • “The goal of the Wreaths Across America Mobile Education Exhibit is to bring communities together and teach about the organization’s mission,” said Trish Gardner, Manager, Mobile Education Exhibit, Wreaths Across America.

CHILDREN OF FALLEN PATRIOTS FOUNDATION RECEIVES DISTINGUISHED HUMANITARIAN AWARD

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Washington, D.C., Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WASHINGTON, D.C. [November 15, 2023] – Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation received the 2022 Zachary and Elizabeth Fisher Distinguished Civilian Humanitarian Award on November 14 during a ceremony at the Pentagon.

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  • Washington, D.C., Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WASHINGTON, D.C. [November 15, 2023] – Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation received the 2022 Zachary and Elizabeth Fisher Distinguished Civilian Humanitarian Award on November 14 during a ceremony at the Pentagon.
  • Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation provides college scholarships and educational counseling to Gold Star children and has served over 3,000 students with over $74 million in support.
  • “It is incredible to look back and realize that it has been two decades since we founded Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation,” said David and Cynthia Kim, founders of the Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation.
  • “Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation clearly sees how the entire family sacrifices when a loved one serves, especially when they are lost.

Tunnel to Towers Foundation Unveils Houston Veterans Village, Welcoming 100+ Homeless Vets to Their New Home as Part of National Program

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

The Houston Veterans Village is a fully converted 161-room hotel and is the newest location for T2T’s Homeless Veteran Program , which aims to eradicate veteran homelessness by providing housing and services to Veterans who are homeless across America.

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  • The Houston Veterans Village is a fully converted 161-room hotel and is the newest location for T2T’s Homeless Veteran Program , which aims to eradicate veteran homelessness by providing housing and services to Veterans who are homeless across America.
  • The facility will provide both permanent and transitional housing for hundreds of veterans in Houston and the surrounding areas.
  • The property is equipped with a comprehensive living center on the first floor, offering veterans a litany of supportive services, provided by U.S. VETS.
  • Phase II of the Houston Veterans Village will be complemented next year with 15-20 comfort homes, serving as permanent housing for senior citizen veterans.

Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes’ Statement on Decision to Not Seek Re-election in 2024

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Friday, December 8, 2023

Today, Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes released a statement of his accomplishments as Utah Attorney General over three terms since 2014, and his decision not to run for re-election in 2024.

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  • Today, Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes released a statement of his accomplishments as Utah Attorney General over three terms since 2014, and his decision not to run for re-election in 2024.
  • That’s why I have been endorsed over several re-elections by hundreds of Utah leaders — from sheriffs and commissioners to CEOs and small business owners.
  • When Utah child abuse cases increased, especially during COVID, my team expanded the safety net of Children’s Justice Centers statewide.
  • For more information about Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes, visit www.seanreyes.com.

Navy SEAL Foundation Unveils Cutting-Edge Warrior Fitness Program West Coast Facility

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

The Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF) , a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing critical support for the warriors, veterans, and families of Naval Special Warfare (NSW), today unveiled its new, state-of-the-art Warrior Fitness Program West Coast Facility in downtown San Diego.

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  • The Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF) , a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing critical support for the warriors, veterans, and families of Naval Special Warfare (NSW), today unveiled its new, state-of-the-art Warrior Fitness Program West Coast Facility in downtown San Diego.
  • Along with VHP, the Warrior Fitness Program West Coast Facility is supported by partners Sentry and Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.
  • To learn more about the Navy SEAL Foundation Warrior Fitness Program, visit: https://www.navysealfoundation.org/programs/wfp/
    Photos and video from the Navy SEAL Foundation Warrior Fitness Program West Coast Facility opening are available for media use here: bit.ly/WFPopening
    Photo Caption 1 : (L to R): Virginia High Performance Founder and CEO Alex Oliver, former SEAL and Alexandria Real Estate Equities Senior Vice President Tony Duynstee, Alexandria Real Estate Equities Executive Chairman and Founder Joel Marcus, Navy SEAL Foundation CEO Robin King, Prince Harry and Meghan, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, and Retired Navy Vice Admiral Sean Pybus officially open the Warrior Fitness Program West Coast Facility with a ribbon cutting ceremony.
  • Photo credit: Matt Sayles for The Archewell Foundation
    Photo Caption 3 : Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex addresses Navy Special Warfare personnel, and their families, including Gold Star and surviving family members, at the opening of the Navy SEAL Foundation Warrior Fitness Program West Coast Facility.

Come Experience the Joy of the Season & Help Give Back to Our Community

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Friday, November 24, 2023

Last year, from the proceeds of Night of Christmas ticket sales, Awaken Church was able to donate $160,000 to local organizations working to solve San Diego's homelessness crisis, We See You San Diego and Solutions for Change .

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  • Last year, from the proceeds of Night of Christmas ticket sales, Awaken Church was able to donate $160,000 to local organizations working to solve San Diego's homelessness crisis, We See You San Diego and Solutions for Change .
  • Awaken Church is honored to give back to our city in so many ways, and Night of Christmas is the product of our church's love for our city, and bringing the joy of Christmas to San Diego.
  • So come join us to experience an unforgettable Christmas show for the entire family, featuring classic carols, live fireworks, a symphony orchestra, breathtaking aerialists, captivating storytelling, and many more festive surprises - all while supporting our local community.
  • For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.nightofchristmas.com , or text "NOC" to 55525 for a night to remember!

James Hardie Building Products, Expands Hardie™ Honors Rebate Program and Unveils "The Military Salute" Giveaway

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Friday, November 10, 2023

CHICAGO, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- James Hardie Building Products Inc. (James Hardie), the North American leader in fiber cement home siding and exterior design solutions, is proud to announce the expansion of the Hardie™ Honors rebate program to members of the U.S. Armed Forces, veterans, and Gold Star Families in the United States.

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  • Hardie™ Honors Rebate Program Expands to U.S. Armed Forces, veterans, and Gold Star Families to Qualify for Exclusive Savings on Hardie® Siding and Trim Products.
  • "The Military Salute" giveaway winner's home will be re-sided with Hardie® siding from the Magnolia Home | James Hardie Collection.
  • Earlier this year, James Hardie introduced the Hardie™ Honors rebate program to honor the dedication and sacrifice of firefighters and other first responders by providing exclusive rebates on Hardie® siding and trim products.
  • James Hardie is now expanding the rebate program to members of the U.S. Armed Forces, veterans, and Gold Star Families.

13th Annual Heroes Golf Tournament Raises $150,000 in Support of U.S. Army Rangers

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Friday, November 10, 2023

The contribution was raised through the companies' annual Heroes Invitational Golf Tournament, a private event held in early October.

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  • The contribution was raised through the companies' annual Heroes Invitational Golf Tournament, a private event held in early October.
  • "With the generous donation from the Heroes Golf Tournament, the Sua Sponte Foundation can continue to support Rangers and their families in meaningful ways.
  • For 13 years, the Heroes Golf Tournament has benefited the active and veteran military community in Georgia.
  • "It's truly an honor to raise funds for our current and veteran Army Rangers who have sacrificed so much for our freedom."