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The Great Frederick Fair, September 16-24: There's something for everyone!

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Thursday, September 1, 2022
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FREDERICK, Md., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 160th Great Frederick Fair will be here before you know it, starting Friday, Sept. 16th and running straight through Saturday, Sept. 24th. Nine straight days of fun and education, boasting the largest agricultural classroom, community event and carnival. Start planning your trip to Frederick County for the exciting carnival rides, great fair foods and to watch farm animals on display or in competition.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 160th Great Frederick Fair will be here before you know it, starting Friday, Sept. 16th and running straight through Saturday, Sept. 24th.
  • Start planning your trip to Frederick County for the exciting carnival rides, great fair foods and to watch farm animals on display or in competition.
  • Admission to The Great Frederick Fair is $10 for adults 11 and older, children 10 and under are free.
  • The Great Frederick Fair hosts more than 400 youth exhibitors showing 10 species, as well as, building entries.

Latino Leadership Institute Launches Program Designed to Accelerate the Growth of Latino and BIPOC Businesses

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Wednesday, February 16, 2022
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"We are thrilled to offer this unique development opportunity to nurture Latino and BIPOC entrepreneurship," said Joelle Martinez, president and CEO of LLI.

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  • "We are thrilled to offer this unique development opportunity to nurture Latino and BIPOC entrepreneurship," said Joelle Martinez, president and CEO of LLI.
  • "Very few programs focus on the key dimensions of entrepreneurial leadership embedded with culturally relevant advisory from business and subject matter experts.
  • LEAP provides a comprehensive structure and design to support the unique business journey of Latino and BIPOC entrepreneurs."
  • The Latino Leadership Institute (LLI) closes the opportunity gap by unlocking the full social and economic potential of Latino and BIPOC leaders and entrepreneurs.

FirstBank Honored with Prestigious Martin Luther King, Jr. Business Award

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Monday, February 7, 2022
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The award recognizes people or organizations who have made exceptional contributions to the community in honor and memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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  • The award recognizes people or organizations who have made exceptional contributions to the community in honor and memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
  • Our work in the community has shown us time and again that inclusion is one of our most powerful assets.
  • We are deeply honored to be recognized for this award, and will continue to work towards a more equitable world within and outside of our organization.
  • Whats more, FirstBank provided $1.4 billion in SBA Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans to 14,000 businesses, saving approximately 110,000 jobs.

The Home Depot Foundation Surpasses $400 Million in Support of Veterans

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Thursday, November 11, 2021
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ATLANTA, Nov. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Home Depot Foundation has surpassed $400 million invested in support of U.S. military veterans since 2011, when it first announced a formal commitment to veteran causes.

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  • ATLANTA, Nov. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Home Depot Foundation has surpassed $400 million invested in support of U.S. military veterans since 2011, when it first announced a formal commitment to veteran causes.
  • "The Home Depot and The Home Depot Foundation want every veteran to have access to safe, affordable housing that fits their individual needs," said Craig Menear, chairman and CEO of The Home Depot.
  • The Home Depot's associate volunteer force, Team Depot, has volunteered more than 1.25 million hours in service to veterans since 2011.
  • The Home Depot Foundation works to improve the homes and lives of U.S. veterans, train skilled tradespeople to fill the labor gap and support communities impacted by natural disasters.