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The Glenmede Trust Company Board of Directors Appoints Two New Directors

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Following the appointment of Ms. Stengel Austen and Mr. Sayler, effective January 1, 2024, the Board comprises 16 Directors.

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  • Following the appointment of Ms. Stengel Austen and Mr. Sayler, effective January 1, 2024, the Board comprises 16 Directors.
  • She is President of the PA Chapter of the International Women’s Forum and a member of the World Presidents' Organization.
  • “We are pleased that Mary and Roger are joining our Board,” said Peter J. Zuleba III, President and CEO of The Glenmede Trust Company, N.A.
  • I am confident they will bring essential insights and contributions to support the continued success of our firm.”
    The Glenmede Trust Company, N.A.

ACE Cash Express Raises Over $52,000 to Help Children Fight Cancer

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

ALSF is changing the lives of children with cancer by funding impactful research, raising awareness, supporting families, and empowering everyone to help cure childhood cancer.

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  • ALSF is changing the lives of children with cancer by funding impactful research, raising awareness, supporting families, and empowering everyone to help cure childhood cancer.
  • ACE has partnered with Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation since 2017, raising over $262,000 to fund research that brings better treatments and cures to children with cancer.
  • Yet, childhood cancer research is consistently underfunded as compared to other types of cancer research.
  • "Thanks to our valued customers, we are able to fund pediatric cancer research and help researchers move closer to innovative and specialized cures."

Over $1.6 Million Raised in One Month for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation by Power Home Remodeling Employees

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Power Home Remodeling (“Power”), the nation’s largest, full-service exterior home remodeler, has raised a record $1.6 million in donations for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF), a nonprofit dedicated to finding cures for childhood cancer.

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  • Power Home Remodeling (“Power”), the nation’s largest, full-service exterior home remodeler, has raised a record $1.6 million in donations for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF), a nonprofit dedicated to finding cures for childhood cancer.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231010995245/en/
    The total donation was entirely raised by employees of their own volition through payroll contributions, lemonade stands, kickball tournaments, auctions, and more.
  • “The funds Power employees raised this month will continue expanding our dedicated “Power the Cure” fund with Alex’s, giving children battling cancer a second chance at life,” said Power’s Co-Founder, Adam Kaliner.
  • “The way in which Power’s entire community is deeply invested in supporting Alex’s is something truly special,” said Liz Scott, Co-Executive Director of Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation & Alex's Mom.

Northwestern Mutual Becomes Official Financial Planning Partner of the Milwaukee Brewers™

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Friday, September 15, 2023

MILWAUKEE, Sept. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Northwestern Mutual, a leading financial services company, announced today its expanded multi-year partnership with the Milwaukee Brewers, becoming the team's official financial planning and first-ever jersey patch partner. This is an evolution of a partnership the two iconic Milwaukee brands have held for the past seven years.

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  • Northwestern Mutual Patch Debuts Tonight When the Crew Takes on the Washington Nationals at 7:10 p.m. CT
    MILWAUKEE, Sept. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Northwestern Mutual, a leading financial services company, announced today its expanded multi-year partnership with the Milwaukee Brewers, becoming the team's official financial planning and first-ever jersey patch partner.
  • "Northwestern Mutual's expanded partnership with the Milwaukee Brewers underscores our ongoing commitment to our hometown of Milwaukee and the Brewers.
  • This strategic investment will further increase awareness of our comprehensive approach to financial planning helping people build financial security, while also highlighting our national philanthropic cause," said John Schlifske, Northwestern Mutual chairman, president, and CEO.
  • Both Northwestern Mutual and the Brewers share values surrounding supporting greater Milwaukee and the children and families within these communities.

Northwestern Mutual doubles down on commitment in the fight against childhood cancer, reignites social media #LemonTopChallenge for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

MILWAUKEE, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Every day, more than 1,000 children worldwide are diagnosed with childhood cancer. Today Northwestern Mutual, a leading financial services company, announced it is recommitting its efforts to help fund further research and provide support to patients, survivors and families through additional investments, a social media challenge and local activations in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

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  • "As a company, we are deeply committed to the fight against childhood cancer and supporting research needed to help find a cure," said Steve Radke, president, Northwestern Mutual Foundation.
  • Earlier this summer, Northwestern Mutual kicked off its social media # LemonTopChallenge to raise awareness for finding better treatments and cures for childhood cancer.
  • Recognizing the significant financial burden families face when undergoing childhood cancer treatments, Northwestern Mutual created its Childhood Cancer Scholarship Program to help lessen the financial strain for childhood cancer survivors and siblings of survivors wishing to pursue higher education.
  • To learn more about Northwestern Mutual's commitment to fighting childhood cancer, visit its Foundation's website here .

Planet Smoothie to Raise Funds for Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

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Friday, September 1, 2023

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Planet Smoothie ( www.PlanetSmoothie.com ) is excited to announce a month-long fundraising campaign in support of Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF), a U.S. non-profit fighting pediatric cancer.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Planet Smoothie ( www.PlanetSmoothie.com ) is excited to announce a month-long fundraising campaign in support of Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF), a U.S. non-profit fighting pediatric cancer.
  • Starting on September 1, when customers purchase a Lunar Lemonade smoothie (20oz or larger) at any Planet Smoothie location or online at www.PlanetSmoothie.com , Planet Smoothie will be donating $1 to ALSF.
  • Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation is changing the lives of children with cancer by funding impactful research, raising awareness, supporting families, and empowering everyone to help cure childhood cancer.
  • "We are hopeful that every dollar collected will contribute to a bigger change and will positively impact the lives of many of the families supported by Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation."

Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard Announces New Line of Frozen Lemonades

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Monday, August 7, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, the beloved brand known for its delicious Italian Ice and Frozen Custard treats, introduces a line of new Frozen Lemonades.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard , the beloved brand known for its delicious Italian Ice and Frozen Custard treats, introduces a line of new Frozen Lemonades.
  • Available at all Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard locations for a limited time only starting August 7, new Frozen Lemonades come in four refreshing flavors – Classic Lemon, Strawberry, Peach and Iced Tea.
  • These Frozen Lemonades are full of tart, sweet flavor, and deliver the perfect summertime refreshment Rita's is known for.
  • Rita's is offering an exclusive free taste of Frozen Lemonades to their app users.

Applebee’s® and Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation Team Up to Crush Childhood Cancer

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Monday, August 7, 2023

Now through September 17, Applebee’s restaurants nationwide will transform into “Lemonade Stands” and invite guests and neighbors to join in the fight to end childhood cancer.

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  • Now through September 17, Applebee’s restaurants nationwide will transform into “Lemonade Stands” and invite guests and neighbors to join in the fight to end childhood cancer.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230807422360/en/
    Applebee’s restaurants nationwide will become “Lemonade Stands” through September 17, 2023 to raise funds for pediatric cancer research in partnership with Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    “We’re proud to partner with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation and to have raised $14.5 million over the past 19 years for pediatric cancer research,” said Tony Moralejo, Applebee’s President.
  • Enjoy a refreshing Lemonade or Fruit Flavored Lemonade at Applebee’s on August 20, National Lemonade Day, and Applebee’s will donate 25 cents of each lemonade sold.

Northwestern Mutual kicks off #LemonTopChallenge in honor of childhood cancer patients and survivors

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Monday, July 24, 2023

MILWAUKEE, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Northwestern Mutual is kicking off a unique social media challenge today to generate awareness for a cause the company has been supporting for more than a decade – finding better treatments and cures for childhood cancer. For consumers who share a photo or video featuring themselves or someone else balancing a lemon on their head posted to social media during July 24 through August 6, 2023, the company will make a $10 donation to Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF), up to $100,000. 

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  • Northwestern Mutual's Childhood Cancer Program is devoted to accelerating the search for better treatments and cures for childhood cancer, while also supporting families undergoing treatment and survivors struggling with lasting effects.
  • "At Northwestern Mutual, we are inspired by the ongoing strides in cancer research as a result of the grants we've helped fund for Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.
  • "Northwestern Mutual has supported our mission to find a cure for childhood cancer for more than a decade," said Liz Scott, co-executive director of Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation and Alex's mom.
  • To learn more about Northwestern Mutual's decade-long commitment to fighting childhood cancer, visit its Foundation's website here .

GOLO, the Health and Wellness Solutions Company, Increases Support for Community Initiatives with Donations to Three Organizations

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

NEWARK, Del., June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As part of its ongoing commitment to support community-based initiatives, GOLO recently donated $60,000 across three national organizations: One Warm Coat, Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, and Wounded Warriors Family Support. The funding will focus on various initiatives, including coat drives for children and families, support programs for children with cancer, and veterans' services.

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  • The funding will focus on various initiatives, including coat drives for children and families, support programs for children with cancer, and veterans' services.
  • "Our donations to One Warm Coat, Wounded Warriors Family Support, and Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation further reinforce our commitment to organizations that positively impact our communities," says Jennifer Brooks, Co-founder and President of GOLO.
  • One Warm Coat's mission is to provide free coats to children and adults in need while promoting volunteerism and environmental sustainability.
  • "Their support allows us to continue our mission to fund critical research as well as to provide support to families looking for a cure."