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Senator Kevin Parker and Assemblyman Edward Gibbs Join with Broad Coalition to Announce Introduction of Reentry Fund that Would Provide Nearly $2,600 to New Yorkers Returning from Incarceration

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

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ALBANY, N.Y., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO), a founding member of the Coalition for Reentry Cash, lauded New York Senator Kevin Parker and Assemblymember Edward Gibbs for introducing groundbreaking legislation aimed at transforming the reentry experience by replacing the insufficient amount of 'gate money,' the money people receive when leaving incarceration, with an innovative Reentry Fund.

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"As the first formerly incarcerated person in the New York State Legislature, I understand the monumental challenges facing those reentering society from our state prisons.
Every year, thousands of individuals return to our communities, often with little more than the clothes on their backs," Assemblymember Edward Gibbs stated.
By offering this support, we're not only aiding individuals but also investing in the safety and prosperity of our communities.
CEO has distributed cash assistance to nearly two thousand New Yorkers through the Returning Citizen Stimulus and the results were transformative.

C-CAP Partners with Fortune Society To Instruct the Formerly Incarcerated in the Culinary Arts

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Monday, January 9, 2023

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NEW YORK, Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP) announced a partnership with Fortune Society to provide culinary instruction and ServSafe certification for the Fortune Society's clients.

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NEW YORK, Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP) announced a partnership with Fortune Society to provide culinary instruction and ServSafe certification for the Fortune Society's clients.
This partnership will provide a career opportunity for the formerly incarcerated, a population that Fortune serves.
Providing a career path in the restaurant and hospitality worlds has been at the core of C-CAP's programming since its inception 33 years ago.
C-CAP Co-Chair Marcus Samuelsson said, "providing a culinary career path to those who are seeking a better life is exactly at the heart of C-CAP's mission."

Trinity Church Wall Street Announces Final Round of 2021 Grants, Bringing the Total for 2021 to $46 Million

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Thursday, December 16, 2021

NEW YORK, Dec. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trinity Church Wall Street has awarded more than $8.3 million in grants to nonprofits this month, which brings the total amount of grants distributed this year to $46 million.

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NEW YORK, Dec. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trinity Church Wall Street has awarded more than $8.3 million in grants to nonprofits this month, which brings the total amount of grants distributed this year to $46 million.
Phillip A. Jackson, Priest-in-charge of Trinity Church Wall Street.
Trinity's $46 million in grants in support of organizations locally, nationally, and internationally is up from $33.6 million in 2020.
"2021 was another record year of grant-making for Trinity," said Neill Coleman, Executive Director of Trinity Church Wall Street Philanthropies.

Urban Aroma Partners with Mission Green to Launch A $30,000 Giving Campaign for Inmates Serving Life Sentences for Cannabis

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Friday, November 5, 2021

NEW YORK, Nov. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Cannabis directory and lifestyle brand Urban Aroma has announced the launch of a seasonal match campaign to raise $30,000 for The Weldon Project's MISSION [GREEN] initiative to support inmates serving life sentences for nonviolent cannabis offenses. The crowdfunding campaign kicked off November 1st and will continue through the December holiday season. The goal is to raise at least $30,000 to match the amount donated by Urban Aroma earlier this year. Supporters can donate on Urban Aroma's site directly to Mission Green.

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NEW YORK, Nov. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Cannabis directory and lifestyle brand Urban Aroma has announced the launch of a seasonal match campaign to raise $30,000 for The Weldon Project's MISSION [GREEN] initiative to support inmates serving life sentences for nonviolent cannabis offenses.
The goal is to raise at least $30,000 to match the amount donated by Urban Aroma earlier this year.
Supporters can donate on Urban Aroma's site directly to Mission Green.
In addition to their match campaign, Urban Aroma supports The Weldon Project's campaign to pardon cannabis prisoners.

Urban Aroma Partners with Mission Green to Launch A $30,000 Giving Campaign for Inmates Serving Life Sentences for Cannabis

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Friday, November 5, 2021

NEW YORK, Nov. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Cannabis directory and lifestyle brand Urban Aroma has announced the launch of a seasonal match campaign to raise $30,000 for The Weldon Project's MISSION [GREEN] initiative to support inmates serving life sentences for nonviolent cannabis offenses.

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NEW YORK, Nov. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Cannabis directory and lifestyle brand Urban Aroma has announced the launch of a seasonal match campaign to raise $30,000 for The Weldon Project's MISSION [GREEN] initiative to support inmates serving life sentences for nonviolent cannabis offenses.
The goal is to raise at least $30,000 to match the amount donated by Urban Aroma earlier this year.
Supporters can donate on Urban Aroma's site directly to Mission Green.
In addition to their match campaign, Urban Aroma supports The Weldon Project's campaign to pardon cannabis prisoners.

Bird to Launch in New York City

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Thursday, August 12, 2021

NEW YORK, Aug. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Bird, a leader in environmentally friendly electric transportation, today announced it will launch its service in New York City as part of the NYC DOT's pilot e-scooter program on Tuesday, August 17th.

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NEW YORK, Aug. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Bird, a leader in environmentally friendly electric transportation, today announced it will launch its service in New York City as part of the NYC DOT's pilot e-scooter program on Tuesday, August 17th.
Through this program, which featured a competitive and rigorous vetting process, Bird is launching 1,000 of its new Bird Three vehicles in the Bronx.
Bird's entry into the city comes as part of New York City's first ever shared e-scooter adoption efforts.
Of a narrowed list of about a dozen applicants, New York City selected only three operators, including Bird, for its pilot program.