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TD donates $250,000 toward community support programs aimed at combatting discrimination and hate

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Monday, October 30, 2023

TORONTO, Oct. 30, 2023 /CNW/ - Today TD announced a donation of $250,000 to support efforts to help combat discrimination and hate in our communities through educational programs in Canada and the US.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 30, 2023 /CNW/ - Today TD announced a donation of $250,000 to support efforts to help combat discrimination and hate in our communities through educational programs in Canada and the US.
  • UJA partners with key Jewish agencies to ensure that meaningful, impactful programs are in place to serve the diverse and vibrant Jewish community.
  • Funds will go toward supporting education programs, advocacy and research efforts, and community mobilization to deepen the fight against antisemitism.
  • Funds will go toward supporting education and training programs to promote greater understanding about Islam and Muslim cultures.

Countdown Begins for KC 2022 Kids Convention Hosted by Stepping Stones Museum for Children

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

NORWALK, Conn., Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To empower youth to become active, engaged members of their communities, award-winning Stepping Stones Museum for Children in Norwalk, Conn., is hosting its KC 2022 Kids Convention October 14 and 15. The event provides children ages 8 and older with a one-of-a-kind platform to share their voice and choice about issues that matter most to them.

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  • NORWALK, Conn., Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To empower youth to become active, engaged members of their communities, award-winning Stepping Stones Museum for Children in Norwalk, Conn., is hosting its KC 2022 Kids Convention October 14 and 15.
  • The KC 2022 kids convention gives youth a choice and a voice in the issues that matter most to them.
  • With the help of our dedicated community partners and sponsors, we feel honored to bring KC 2022 to children across Connecticut and beyond."
  • Stepping StonesMuseum for Children is an award-winning, private, non-profit 501(c)(3) children's museum committed to broadening and enriching the lives of children and families.

UNDERSTOOD LAUNCHES SUITE OF WORKPLACE TRAINING AND SOLUTIONS TO SUPPORT DISABILITY INCLUSION AMONG EMPLOYERS

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

NEW YORK, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Understood, a social impact organization and lifelong guide for those with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia, today unveiled a comprehensive diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) offering that includes on-demand and virtual live disability inclusion training, as well as workplace assessment and action plan services for employers invested in building inclusive workplaces. The program launches with key partners, including the 4A's (American Association of Advertising Agencies), which will offer Understood's online and live virtual training to its member agencies, as well as Save the Children and Culture Amp.

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  • The fact remains that not everyone experiences the workplace in the same way.
  • Meanwhile, the same study showed that less than 15% of organizations invest in disability inclusion initiatives at work.
  • Virtual live training: Interactive training led by disability inclusion experts.
  • To learn more about Understood's disability inclusion workplace program, visit understood.org/workplace .

Venterra Realty Donates $75,000 to Save the Children to Support Children in Ukraine

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Tuesday, April 12, 2022

HOUSTON, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Venterra Realty recently contributed $75,000 to global humanitarian organization Save the Children. The donation is in support of children in Ukraine and the surrounding region who may be caught in the middle of armed conflict, forced to flee their homes, and exposed to injury, hunger, and winter weather.

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  • HOUSTON, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Venterra Realty recently contributed $75,000 to global humanitarian organization Save the Children .
  • Venterra Realty recently contributed $75,000 to global humanitarian organization Save the Children.
  • Save the Children has been working in Ukraine since the start of this escalating conflict in 2014.
  • The response was clearly represented in the number of generous contributions our employees made to raise funds for Save the Children.

Pilot Company Raises $1M for Save the Children Ukraine Crisis Relief

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Thursday, April 7, 2022

This $1 million will help Save the Children meet the urgent and growing needs of children and families in Ukraine and the region.

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  • This $1 million will help Save the Children meet the urgent and growing needs of children and families in Ukraine and the region.
  • Save the Children is providing relief for children and families inside Ukraine as well as in neighboring countries through delivering food, water, hygiene kits, voucher assistance, and other humanitarian programs.
  • The organization aims to reach 10 million children and their families impacted by the Ukraine crisis.
  • Donations to Save the Children help make possible their ability to provide essential assistance, such as:
    $50 can provide 10 warm, cozy blankets to children displaced from their homes
    "Save the Children is extremely grateful for Pilot Company's support in response to the devastating crisis in Ukraine," said Luciana Bonifacio, Chief Development Officer, Save the Children.

Pilot Company begins round-up fundraiser for Ukraine relief

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Wednesday, March 16, 2022

"Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone impacted by the international crisis in Ukraine," said Shameek Konar, CEO of Pilot Company.

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  • "Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone impacted by the international crisis in Ukraine," said Shameek Konar, CEO of Pilot Company.
  • Pilot Company will donate 100% of the funds raised, along with the $100,000 matching contribution, directly to Save the Children's Ukraine Crisis Relief Fund.
  • To learn more about Pilot Company and its longstanding commitment to giving back, visit pilotcompany.com/about .
  • Pilot Travel Centers LLC ("Pilot Company") keeps North America's drivers moving as one of the leading suppliers of fuel and the largest operator of travel centers.

Euronet Worldwide, Inc. Announces Fee Waivers at the Company’s ATMs for Ukrainian Cardholders and on Money Transfers to Ukraine

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Wednesday, March 2, 2022

Ukranian cardholders can withdraw cash at Euronet network ATMs in Ukraine, Poland, Hungary, Slovakia and Romania without fees.

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  • Ukranian cardholders can withdraw cash at Euronet network ATMs in Ukraine, Poland, Hungary, Slovakia and Romania without fees.
  • Euronets Ria Money Transfer business is waiving sending fees on transfers to Ukraine and Poland as well as to those with Ukrainian passports in Poland, Slovakia, Romania, Moldova and Hungary.
  • Customers can send the funds in person at any Ria store or agent location, online at www.riamoneytransfer.com or using the Ria Money Transfer app on iPhone or Android.
  • Our entire company is deeply concerned for our employees and citizens affected by the conflict in Ukraine, said Michael J.

Once Upon a Farm Launches A Million Meals Initiative in Partnership with Save the Children to Help Provide One Million Meals to Kids in Need by 2024

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Tuesday, September 14, 2021

Once Upon a Farm launches A Million Meals Initiative in Partnership with Save the Children.

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  • Once Upon a Farm launches A Million Meals Initiative in Partnership with Save the Children.
  • "We are so excited to work together with Save the Children to bring A Million Meals to light," said Once Upon a Farm's cofounder Jennifer Garner.
  • We look forward to the important work we have to do with Save the Children over the next two years."
  • An estimated 13 million kids are struggling with hunger in America, 2 million more than before the start of the pandemic.