All Policy & Public Interest
The latest news regarding all matters of policy and public interest. This section contains releases regarding issues of government, international relations and trade, politics, education, economics, law, welfare, advocacy, and charity concerns. Learn about recent policy decisions as well as important campaigns, strategies, and protests in all areas of public interest. Also included are poll results, statistical information and announcements, and legal news.
Halve Kaff Coffee Launches 'Pour to the People' Program to Aid In-Person Community Organizing
In response to the election, a new buy 2, donate 1 option benefits groups dedicated to building local communities. NEW YORK, Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Halve Kaff, a new reduced caffeine coffee brand, announces a program to donate their coffee to support grassroots community...
#GivingTuesday: Military Aid Societies Come Together to Raise Essential Funds for America's Military and their Families
Military aid societies embark on third-annual #GivingTuesday fundraising campaign to raise critical funds for military families in need. WASHINGTON, Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The combined forces of Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS), Air Force Aid Society (AFAS), Army...
Building a Supportive Community: Empowered with Meg Ryan Features McGuire Memorial's Care and Advocacy
An upcoming segment will highlight a comprehensive approach to care… FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Witness the power of community in action as Empowered with Meg Ryan unveils the heartwarming story of McGuire Memorial. This exceptional non-profit organization,...
Tampa's Scott and Kathy Fink Donate $5 Million to St. Joseph's Children's Hospital
Scott and Kathy Fink, a prominent Tampa family with ties across Tampa Bay, have given $5 million to help support the construction of a new, dedicated children's hospital facility to open in 2030, which will be named Pagidipati Children's Hospital at St. Joseph's. TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 19,...
The George & Melodie Rogers Foundation Gifts $1 Million to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California
Building on its legacy of giving and passion for helping others, The George & Melodie Rogers Foundation donated $1 million to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California, whose mission is to ignite, empower, and defend children's potential through one-to-one mentorship. FRESNO, Calif.,...
Signature Bank Customers Awarded FHLBank Chicago's Community First® Accelerate Grants for Small Business
Eagle Hair Care, Inc. and BMS Marketing, Inc. (DBA Sir Speedy Printing) Park Ridge Each Receive $15,000 Grants for Growth and Development ROSEMONT, Ill., Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Signature Bank, one of the fastest growing, independently-owned commercial banks in the Midwest,...
Makers Nutrition Feeding Neighbors This Thanksgiving with Essential Donations
Makers Nutrition has once again partnered with Island Harvest Food Bank to support Long Island families in need during the Thanksgiving season. Through an in-house food drive, the company collected and donated non-perishable food and household items to help combat hunger, especially for...
Prevent Blindness Names Six New Members to National Board of Directors
Prevent Blindness adds six new leaders in vision and eye health to national Board of Directors. CHICAGO, Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Prevent Blindness, the nation's leading eye health and safety nonprofit organization, has named six new members to its Board of Directors. The vote...
HeroZona Foundation Announces 21st Annual Thanksgiving Drive-Thru Turkey Giveaway
Local Families Invited to Receive Thanksgiving Turkeys on Nov. 23 at 9 a.m. PHOENIX, Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HeroZona Foundation and Sons of the American Legion are excited to announce the 21st annual Thanksgiving Drive-Thru Turkey Giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 23 at 9 a.m....
Habitat for Humanity of Frederick County, MD, Announces Founding Carter Club Member, Rowan Digital Infrastructure
A new giving society honoring President Jimmy Carter and Rosalynn Carter's legacy of selfless service to Habitat and the community FREDERICK, Md., Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Habitat for Humanity of Frederick County has introduced the Carter Club, a new giving society honoring...
Abigail Lovell and Matthew Donahue Join the ITRC's Board of Directors
Abigail Lovell is the Chief Sustainability Officer and leads Sustainability for global Experian; Matthew Donahue is the President of GPS Services SAN DIEGO, Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Abigail Lovell of Experian and Matthew Donahue of GPS Services have been elected to the Identity...
questionZERO Leads Responsible Consumerism Innovation with the UN Global Compact Partnership
questionZERO, a UK-based sustainability benchmarking platform focused on consumer engagement, has joined the United Nations Global Compact initiative to promote responsible business practices in the consumer goods and services market. This partnership aligns with questionZERO's mission to...
Episcopal Relief & Development is responding to Hurricane Oscar and power outages in Cuba
Episcopal Relief & Development is working with the Episcopal Church of Cuba to provide food, hygiene products, and other support for people affected by Hurricane Oscar. NEW YORK, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Episcopal Relief & Development is working with the Episcopal Church of...
321 Web Marketing Supports The Arc's Mission of Inclusion Through Gala Sponsorship
321 Web Marketing, a leading digital marketing agency in Northern Virginia, proudly sponsored The Arc Gala 2024, "Illuminating Inclusion," with a $1,000 contribution. This sponsorship underscored the company's dedication to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental...
Leading Educators Receives Catalytic Funding from Valhalla Foundation to Transform Teaching
The grant will help the organization scale high-impact instructional supports and innovations at the intersection of teaching and technology NEW ORLEANS, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Leading Educators, a national non-profit organization dedicated to improving teaching and learning...
Humabiologics Secures Two Patents for Breakthrough Human Biomaterial Production
Humabiologics secures two patents for innovative processes to produce high-quality human-derived collagen and gelatin products that advance regenerative medicine and tissue engineering applications. PHOENIX, Ariz., Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Humabiologics, Inc., a leading...
Trump Win Spurs 270% Surge in Users for InReach's Critical LGBTQ+ Resource Platform
This trans-led tech nonprofit with roots in LGBTQ+ asylum is determined to continue connecting thousands to verified resources as threats to LGBTQ+ rights are expected to escalate under a second Trump administration. NEW YORK, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- With the re-election of...
Broad Coalition Unites to Protect Universal Service Funds Amid Growing Threats to Connectivity
A broad coalition of organizations in telecommunications, education, and healthcare is mobilizing to protect the Universal Service Fund (USF), which provides essential connectivity to underserved communities, following a court ruling that threatens its future. The group is calling for a...
Serving Joy: Operation Homefront's Holiday Meals for Military® Delivers Meals, Financial Relief All Season Long
This year, Operation Homefront anticipates serving the 200,000th military family since the program's inception. SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For the 15th year, national nonprofit Operation Homefront is hosting its annual Holiday Meals for Military program to bring a...
Royal Canin and HABRI Partner to Highlight the Importance of Healthy Treating and the Human-Animal Bond
The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) and Royal Canin US have teamed up to strengthen the human-animal bond by delivering important information to cat and dog owners about their pet's nutrition and healthy habits when it comes to treating pets. WASHINGTON, Nov. 18, 2024...