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National Down Syndrome Society Announces New Board Members and Executive Committee

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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Washington D.C., Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At its Annual Meeting on September 24, the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) elected seven new members to its Board of Directors.

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  • Washington D.C., Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At its Annual Meeting on September 24, the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) elected seven new members to its Board of Directors.
  • He worked as an executive with JP Morgan Chase for more than 22 years and has a brother, Joe, who is 60 years old and has Down syndrome.
  • “NDSS has built a legacy of doing tremendous work for individuals with Down syndrome like my brother Joe.
  • With the new additions, the NDSS Board has expanded its geographic reach with board members from 14 states who bring a wide range of professional skills and personal experiences.

Play Enthusiasts Invited to Help Decide the Toy of the Year® Awards People's Choice Winner

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Monday, October 23, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Toy Foundation™ (TTF) is calling on play enthusiasts to be a part of toy history and cast their votes for the Toy of the Year® (TOTY®) Awards People's Choice award, which is solely determined by consumer votes. The People's Choice award winner will be unveiled on November 20 along with the winner of the prestigious Toy of the Year award — just in time for peak holiday shopping.

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  • The People's Choice award winner will be unveiled on November 20 along with the winner of the prestigious Toy of the Year award — just in time for peak holiday shopping.
  • Visit ToyAwards.org to see the complete list of finalists and vote for your favorite toy or game through November 10.
  • Toy Association member companies, retailers, and media previously helped determine the category winners, which were revealed at the 2023 TOTY Awards celebration in September.
  • "Our 2023 Toy of the Year Awards finalists and winners represent the best of the best, creating endless joy through play," said Pamela Mastrota, executive director of The Toy Foundation.

Novozymes Named EPA Safer Choice Partner of the Year for Third Year in a Row

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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FRANKLINTON, N.C., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Novozymes was named a 2023 Safer Choice® Partner of the Year by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for outstanding achievement in the manufacture of ingredients that are safer for families, pets, workplaces, communities, and the environment. Novozymes is among the 30 Safer Choice Partner of the Year award winners announced by the EPA in 2023.  

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  • Novozymes is among the 30 Safer Choice Partner of the Year award winners announced by the EPA in 2023.
  • U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announces Novozymes as a 2023 Safer Choice Partner of the Year.
  • Novozymes' recognition is based on the company's innovative approach to creating enzymes to be incorporated into safer detergents, and for spreading awareness of Safer Choice advocating for use of Safer Choice ingredients.
  • "We are proud to again be receiving this recognition as a Safer Choice Partner," said Arnaud Melin, VP of Consumer Biosolutions, Americas, at Novozymes.

2023 Raise Awards Celebrate Nonprofit Trailblazers

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OneCause, a leading provider of digital fundraising technology, announced this year's Raise Awards winners during the Raise 2023 conference in Nashville, TN. Over 550 nonprofit fundraising professionals came together at the Country Music Hall of Fame September 11-12 to learn cutting-edge fundraising strategies from experts in the field, network with fellow fundraising professionals, and share strategies to benefit the nonprofit community.

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  • Organizations of all sizes with missions spanning women in STEM to children's mental health comprise the 2023 Raise Awards winners.
  • INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OneCause , a leading provider of digital fundraising technology, announced this year's Raise Awards winners during the Raise 2023 conference in Nashville, TN.
  • The Raise Awards shine a light on outstanding nonprofit organizations and professionals shaping the future of fundraising.
  • Raise Awards winners were selected by a committee of peer nonprofit professionals and industry experts, including representatives from Human Rights Campaign, Arthritis Foundation, and United Way.

Starlight Awards Celebrate Outstanding Achievements in Bringing Happiness to Hospitalized Kids and Their Families

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Friday, August 25, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Starlight Children's Foundation, the nonprofit with a mission to deliver happiness to hospitalized kids and their families facing serious illness or injury, is proud to announce the 2023 Starlight Awards honorees. With a vision that every hospitalized child experiences the happiness of Starlight programs, including Starlight Gaming, Virtual Reality, modernized Hospital Gowns and Toy Deliveries, the nonprofit recognizes its partners, donors, and supporters that go the distance in carrying out its mission and vision.

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  • Adam Garone, CEO of Starlight Children's Foundation, said, "Hospitalization can be scary and stressful experience for kids, often isolated from friends and families.
  • The Starlight Awards are a testament to the unwavering commitment of these exceptional individuals and organizations in bringing comfort and joy to children and families facing challenging circumstances.
  • Recognized as the country's broadest-reaching charity focused on sick kids, Starlight is integral to the total care of hospitalized kids.
  • According to Garone, Starlight plans to present honorees, who are available for in-person presentations, their awards in the upcoming months.

SilverSneakers Announces the 2023 National Member of the Year

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Monday, July 17, 2023
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SilverSneakers® by Tivity Health®, the nation's leading community fitness program for older Americans, announced today the national winner of its 19th annual SilverSneakers Member of the Year Award. The award honors a SilverSneakers member who inspires and motivates other seniors through health, physical activity, and community.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SilverSneakers ® by Tivity Health®, the nation's leading community fitness program for older Americans, announced today the national winner of its 19th annual SilverSneakers Member of the Year Award.
  • The award honors a SilverSneakers member who inspires and motivates other seniors through health, physical activity, and community.
  • Since Rita began attending SilverSneakers classes, she has blossomed and is a social butterfly with her SilverSneakers friends who look forward to seeing her.
  • Currently, nearly 18 million Americans are eligible for SilverSneakers at no additional cost to the member through select Medicare Advantage, group retiree, and Medicare Supplement plans.

Signet Jewelers Presents Check Totaling Nearly $8.2 Million to Benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023
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AKRON, Ohio, May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Signet Jewelers, the world's largest retailer of diamond jewelry, announced that it raised nearly $8.2 million to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital® during 2022. This latest contribution is Signet's largest donation to St. Jude in its history and increases the amount that Signet has raised for St. Jude over the last 24 years to nearly $97 million. Signet raised the money year-round in four ways - by donating proceeds from the annual sale of plush puppies and bears at its stores, inspiring customers to donate money at the register and online, supporting the St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend® and inspiring team members to make personal donations.

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  • AKRON, Ohio, May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Signet Jewelers, the world's largest retailer of diamond jewelry, announced that it raised nearly $8.2 million to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital ® during 2022.
  • This latest contribution is Signet's largest donation to St. Jude in its history and increases the amount that Signet has raised for St. Jude over the last 24 years to nearly $97 million.
  • "At Signet, we're passionate about supporting St. Jude in its critical mission to help children fight cancer and other life-threatening diseases – and so are our employees and customers.
  • In support of Love for All People, Signet has helped fund several spaces and facilities at St. Jude.

Els for Autism Foundation® appoints new Chairman of the Board: Michael Alessandri, Ph.D.

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
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JUPITER, Fla., March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Els for Autism Foundation today announced the appointment of visionary autism expert, Dr. Michael Alessandri, Ph.D. as Chairman of the Board.

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  • JUPITER, Fla., March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Els for Autism Foundation today announced the appointment of visionary autism expert, Dr. Michael Alessandri, Ph.D. as Chairman of the Board.
  • Alessandri, who joined the Els for Autism board in 2019, succeeds Marvin R. Shanken, Co-Founder, Els for Autism Foundation and Publisher and Founder of M.Shanken Communications.
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  • Ernie and Liezl Els, co-founders of Els for Autism.

Sleep Number Honored with American Cancer Society’s 2022 Corporate Partner of the Year Award

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Thursday, February 2, 2023
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In advance of World Cancer Day on February 4, Sleep Number Corporation (Nasdaq: SNBR) today announces it is the proud recipient of the American Cancer Society’s (ACS) 2022 Corporate Partner of the Year Award.

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  • In advance of World Cancer Day on February 4, Sleep Number Corporation (Nasdaq: SNBR) today announces it is the proud recipient of the American Cancer Society’s (ACS) 2022 Corporate Partner of the Year Award.
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    In advance of World Cancer Day, Sleep Number today announces it is the proud recipient of the American Cancer Society’s (ACS) 2022 Corporate Partner of the Year Award.
  • Sleep Number and ACS announced a landmark partnership on World Cancer Day 2022 to conduct joint research with the goal of developing the first-ever sleep guidelines for cancer patients and survivors.
  • We’re extremely grateful for Sleep Number’s partnership.”
    “We are honored to partner with the American Cancer Society, and to help end cancer as we know it, for everyone,” said Shelly Ibach, Chair, President and CEO, Sleep Number.

Frederic B. Luddy, Chairman of ServiceNow, to Receive 2023 Horatio Alger Award

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Thursday, February 9, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc., a nonprofit educational organization honoring the achievements of outstanding individuals and encouraging youth to pursue their dreams through higher education, today announced that Frederic B Luddy, chairman of ServiceNow, has been selected for membership in this prestigious organization. Mr. Luddy joins 12 other exceptional business, civic and cultural leaders from across North America in receiving 2023 honors. For 76 years, the Horatio Alger Award has been annually bestowed upon esteemed individuals who have succeeded despite facing adversities, and who have remained committed to education and charitable efforts in their communities. 

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  • For 76 years, the Horatio Alger Award has been annually bestowed upon esteemed individuals who have succeeded despite facing adversities, and who have remained committed to education and charitable efforts in their communities.
  • "Each year, it is our utmost honor to present outstanding leaders who have displayed extraordinary perseverance in overcoming challenges with the Horatio Alger Award," said James F. Dicke II, chairman, Horatio Alger Association and 2015 Horatio Alger Award recipient.
  • Mr. Luddy and the Member Class of 2023 will be formally inducted into the Association during the Horatio Alger Award Induction Ceremonies in Washington, D.C. from March 30 through April 1, 2023.
  • For more information about Horatio Alger Association and its Member Class of 2023, please visit www.horatioalger.org and follow the organization on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram .