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Blackbaud Supports Crisis Text Line to Help Fund the Nonprofit's International Expansion

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

CHARLESTON, S.C., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB), the leading provider of software for powering social impact, today announced that its 2024 annual major gift will support Crisis Text Line, a nonprofit organization that provides free, 24/7, confidential text-based mental health support. Currently, Crisis Text Line serves anyone in the United States (including Puerto Rico) in both English and Spanish, and works with affiliates in Canada, the UK and Ireland. Blackbaud's donation will be utilized for the organization's plans to expand its service into Latin America and Australia with the goal of providing critical mental health support to more people globally.

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  • Individuals seeking mental health support through Crisis Text Line can text HELLO to 741741 to reach a live volunteer crisis counselor, at any time and for no cost.
  • "Expanding mental health resources internationally will not only help individuals in need but will also foster global resilience, understanding, and empathy," said Dena Trujillo, CEO at Crisis Text Line.
  • Blackbaud will engage employees by raising awareness of the resources available to them through Crisis Text Line and by inviting representatives from Crisis Text Line to present to Blackbaud employees as part of team meetings and special events.
  • In addition, Blackbaud will encourage employees to explore the opportunity to volunteer by becoming trained counselors for Crisis Text Line.

HELLO! TOKYO FRIENDS, an interactive portal for enjoying tourism in a large-scale virtual Tokyo Metaverse world on Roblox and in real life Tokyo, launches on February 15, 2024

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

TOKYO, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the Tokyo Convention and Visitors Bureau have launched an interactive portal titled "HELLO! TOKYO FRIENDS" that utilizes the Metaverse (a virtual space built on the Internet) and augmented reality (AR) technology. This portal aims to promote Tokyo's appeal as a tourist destination both in Japan and internationally, and to further increase the number of Tokyo enthusiasts.

Key Points: 
  • Interactive portal for enjoying tourism in a virtual Tokyo Metaverse and in real life, launches February 15th.
  • TOKYO FRIENDS" will be launched on February 15, 2024 to expand the circle of friends while enjoying sightseeing through games and AR photography in the Metaverse and the real city of Tokyo.
  • Web App, which allows users to enjoy real sightseeing in Tokyo, will enable them to enjoy the "sightseeing city of TOKYO".
  • Available alongside the launch, this app connects the virtual world of Roblox with the real streets of Tokyo.

The 2024 TIENS Global Business Launch Conference Provides a Grand Opening

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Friday, January 19, 2024

TIANJIN, China, Jan 19, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - 'HELLO TIENS, HELLO 2024', TIENS Global Business Launch Conference was held at the TIENS International Health Industrial Park in Tianjin, China, on January 14.

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  • TIANJIN, China, Jan 19, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - 'HELLO TIENS, HELLO 2024', TIENS Global Business Launch Conference was held at the TIENS International Health Industrial Park in Tianjin, China, on January 14.
  • Mr. Li Jinyuan, Chairman of TIENS Group, delivered the conference keynote, stating that TIENS would cooperate with technology giants such as Microsoft, Amazon, Huawei and Tencent to implement a comprehensive digital transformation.
  • Additionally, as a global multinational enterprise, the TIENS Group launched a global resource-sharing platform, 'MetaPoint Global Elites Club', relying on its global advantages to join hands with elites in various fields worldwide to contribute to global sustainable development.
  • Closing the conference, TIENS Group presented a solemn flag ceremony to encourage all major business divisions to forge ahead in 2024.

Crisis Text Line Selected as a Top Impact Company by Real Leaders®️

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

Since its launch in 2013, Crisis Text Line has supported over 9 million conversations in the United States and more than 12 million globally together with its affiliates in Canada, the UK and Ireland.

Key Points: 
  • Since its launch in 2013, Crisis Text Line has supported over 9 million conversations in the United States and more than 12 million globally together with its affiliates in Canada, the UK and Ireland.
  • This is the first time that Crisis Text Line has been selected for this honor as the nonprofit organization was ranked #7 under the Healthcare category and ranked #128 out of #185 under Top Impact Companies.
  • Real Leaders is the fastest-growing community for impact leaders backed by a global media platform dedicated to driving positive change.
  • “Being recognized as a top impact company is not just an honor; it is a testament to the profound ripple effect that purpose-driven organizations can have on society,” said Dena Trujillo,  CEO at Crisis Text Line.

CASIO RELEASES HELLO KITTY COLLABORATION BABY-G

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

DOVER, N.J., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Casio America, Inc., announced the release of the newest addition to its family of BABY-G shock-resistant watches. The new BGD565KT features the popular character HELLO KITTY from Sanrio Co., Ltd. This very special watch marks both the 50th anniversary of HELLO KITTY and the 30th anniversary of BABY-G.

Key Points: 
  • The new BGD565KT features the popular character HELLO KITTY from Sanrio Co., Ltd.
  • This very special watch marks both the 50th anniversary of HELLO KITTY and the 30th anniversary of BABY-G.
  • The band, made with bio-based resin, is covered in printed faces of the charming, animated character from the 1970s — HELLO KITTY laughing, winking, and looking surprised.
  • Highlighting the original look of this sweet Sanrio character, this BABY-G exudes a retro charm worthy of the classic HELLO KITTY design.

Casio to Release Hello Kitty Collaboration BABY-G

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024

TOKYO, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today the release of the newest addition to its family of BABY-G shock-resistant watches. The new BGD-565KT features the popular character HELLO KITTY from Sanrio Co., Ltd.

Key Points: 
  • The new BGD-565KT features the popular character HELLO KITTY from Sanrio Co., Ltd.
  • This very special watch marks both the 50th anniversary of HELLO KITTY and the 30th anniversary of BABY-G.
  • The band, made with bio-based resin, is covered in printed faces of the charming animated character from the 1970s — HELLO KITTY laughing, winking, and looking surprised.
  • Highlighting the original look of this sweet Sanrio character, this BABY-G exudes a retro charm worthy of the classic HELLO KITTY design.

Crisis Text Line Celebrates Important 2-Year Milestone; Supported Over 22,000 Conversations with Spanish Speakers

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Monday, October 16, 2023

Since the launch of its Spanish service in October 2021, Crisis Text Line has had over 22,000 conversations with over 17,000 texters who needed mental health support in Spanish.

Key Points: 
  • Since the launch of its Spanish service in October 2021, Crisis Text Line has had over 22,000 conversations with over 17,000 texters who needed mental health support in Spanish.
  • “Our Spanish-language service has been instrumental in providing culturally sensitive mental health support to native Spanish speakers,” said Natalia Dayan, Global Expansion Director at Crisis Text Line.
  • “Offering mental health services in Spanish is essential for promoting equity, inclusivity, and cultural awareness,” said Dena Trujillo, CEO at Crisis Text Line.
  • Spanish speakers seeking mental health support can text AYUDA to 741741 or WhatsApp to 442-AYUDAME and reach a volunteer counselor at Crisis Text Line.

The Savvy Ladies 2023 Awards Benefit Gala Honors Exceptional Leaders Supporting & Advancing Financial Wellbeing for Women

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Savvy Ladies, a nationally recognized non-profit organization supporting free financial education for women, including a national free financial helpline, is pleased to announce the 2023 Savvy Ladies Honorees, who are each exceptional leaders supporting & leading financial empowerment for women. Each honoree, recognized for their unwavering commitment to financial education & advancement of financial wellbeing for women, will be honored at this year's Gala Celebration on November 1st, 2023, hosted at the Salesforce Tower, Bryant Park, NYC, and livestreamed.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Savvy Ladies , a nationally recognized non-profit organization supporting free financial education for women, including a national free financial helpline , is pleased to announce the 2023 Savvy Ladies Honorees, who are each exceptional leaders supporting & leading financial empowerment for women.
  • Savvy Ladies is commemorating its 20th year of equipping women with the educational tools and personalized 1:1 financial guidance to enhance women's financial wellbeing, build financial confidence, reduce financial anxiety, and help women understand a best course of action to take with their finances.
  • This year, Savvy Ladies honors outstanding individuals across five award categories, each of whom has significantly contributed to advancing financial literacy and women's empowerment.
  • The 2023 Change Maker Award Honorees are:
    Recognizing the importance of new talent in the financial world, Savvy Ladies is launching two new awards categories this year.

Cheetos Canada announces the official sponsorship of Simu Liu's fingertips

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Whether you're eating Cheetos Puffs, Cheetos Crunchy or Cheetos Popcorn, any Cheetos fan knows that you can't enjoy the cheesy snack without getting your fingers covered with the iconic orange dust.

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  • Whether you're eating Cheetos Puffs, Cheetos Crunchy or Cheetos Popcorn, any Cheetos fan knows that you can't enjoy the cheesy snack without getting your fingers covered with the iconic orange dust.
  • com as "the brand name for the powdery residue that gets on your fingertips while eating the savoury cheese snack, Cheetos."
  • In the brand's continued mission to make Cheetle part of Canadian vernacular, Cheetos is now turning a typical celebrity sponsorship on its head (or fingertips, we should say).
  • In a mischievous hack on celebrity culture that only the Cheetos brand could pull off, Cheetos has sponsored Canadian superstar Simu Liu's fingertips.

BurdaLuxury and Prestel & Partner Announce Strategic Partnership

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

LONDON, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BurdaLuxury, a subsidiary of Hubert Burda Media, and Prestel & Partner, global leader of family office events, recently announced a strategic partnership.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BurdaLuxury, a subsidiary of Hubert Burda Media, and Prestel & Partner, global leader of family office events, recently announced a strategic partnership.
  • The all-new weekly newsletter delivers exclusive industry news and B2B updates straight to the inbox of executive leaders, C-suites, and wealth owners," said Tobias Prestel, co-founder of Prestel & Partner.
  • Also, our experts and partners can now reach our entire network," added Katja Mülheim, co-founder of Prestel & Partner.
  • "We're thrilled to be partnering with Prestel & Partner on this project.