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Wharton Arts in New Jersey has announced its 2024-25 season, focusing on creating, experiencing, and sharing joy through performing arts. Highlights include the Signature Concert Series, collaborations with renowned artists, and productions at the Performing Arts School. Executive Director Gina Caruso and Artistic Director Helen Cha-Pyo invite everyone to be part of this joyful celebration and emphasize the power of music to connect, heal, and unite. Join Wharton Arts this Season of Joy for life-changing performing arts experiences.

On today's episode, we celebrate Sober Living America's 30th anniversary, highlighting their dedication to providing life-changing services to individuals battling addiction. Founded in 1994 by Jim DeVarennes, SLA now houses 2,000 individuals daily across 47 locations nationwide, offering a safe and supportive environment for those in recovery. As they mark this milestone, SLA continues to expand their services and bring hope to families across the U.S., breaking the chains of addiction.

CAHEC New Markets has been awarded $50 million in New Markets Tax Credit allocation authority for the CY 2023 round, totaling $270 million. This allocation will support community facilities in the Southeast and mid-Atlantic regions, creating jobs and improving access to education, healthcare, and essential services in low-income areas. Brian Oxford, Director of Community Capital, is excited to deploy these funds for impactful projects. The program aims to create over 3,000 jobs, 4,850 student seats, and provide healthcare services to 53,000 patients annually. For more information, visit the CDFI Fund website. Contact Brian Oxford at 919-532-1796 or [email protected] for details about CAHEC New Markets.

Today's episode covers a variety of topics, including the American Heart Association's collaboration on a grant to advance women's cardiovascular health research, the passing of the Charlotte Woodward Organ Transplant Discrimination Prevention Act, Shieke Sharpe Consulting's innovative approach to small business success, the impact of cooperatives like GVTC in Texas, and Calvert Impact, Inc.'s success with the Cut Carbon Note program.

In this episode, we cover the launch of the Volunteer Collective's Student Volunteering Program and the upcoming Volunteer Fair in Santa Monica. Sumner Law Group, LLC's donation to Ladue Fifth Grade Center and Sisters in Birth, Inc.'s new documentary 'On the Bodies of Black Women' are also highlighted. Additionally, Save the Redwoods League's efforts to protect the Sonoma Coast Redwoods property and the success of the 2024 Georgia Accounting Food Fight are discussed.

Infresh, a South Korean company, has gained global attention for their flag keychain honoring the 71st anniversary of the Korean War Armistice. The keychain features messages from veterans and proceeds support war veterans worldwide. Overseas netizens have praised the keychain's beauty and Infresh's dedication to honoring veterans. Goldstein and Bashner is sponsoring the 2024 Last Bash at the Beach 5K and 10K, offering in-person and virtual options to support the Never Stop Running Foundation.

Join us for today's episode as we highlight various community events and initiatives making a positive impact. Learn about the All Things Are Possible Foundation's 2024 Community Service Award nominations in Burlington County and how you can get involved. Discover how Blue Spruce Habitat for Humanity is hosting a fundraiser to support affordable housing in mountain communities. Get ready for Wilson Valley Fest 2024, a music and whiskey festival raising funds for wildfire victims in the Texas Panhandle. Plus, gear up for the 2nd Annual Kelce Car Jam in downtown Kansas City and join Travis Kelce and his Chiefs teammates for a night of vintage cars and community spirit.

On this episode, we cover the 23rd anniversary of the September 11 attacks, which has been transformed into the largest annual day of service in American history by the 9/11 Day nonprofit. Over 30 million Americans are expected to participate this year, with 'Meal Packs for 9/11 Day' assembling over eight million meals in 21 cities. Corporate partners like Reliance, JPMorgan Chase, and Western Alliance Bank are supporting these efforts, along with providing free educational materials to teach students about unity and service. Join the movement at 911day.org to honor the victims, survivors, and first responders of 9/11.

In this episode, we highlight the recent appointments of Brendan Gramer and Roberta Mather to the Board of Directors at Communication Service for the Deaf. Brendan, a champion for accessible design, brings 16 years of experience from Amazon, while Roberta, a seasoned diplomat, specializes in global equity and storytelling. Together, they will enhance the board's efforts in advocating for accessibility and inclusion within the Deaf community. We also recognize elevator expert Robert P. Cotton, who has been honored as one of America's Most Influential Businessmen for his dedication to elevator and escalator safety, despite facing personal challenges.

Today's episode covers the launch of the 'Benefits for the Future' initiative by Commonwealth, aimed at improving the financial well-being of workers earning low to moderate incomes. With support from JPMorganChase, the initiative will pilot and scale innovative benefits programs to benefit 2.5 million workers, reducing financial stress and improving workplace productivity. Employers interested in participating are encouraged to join in driving innovation in workplace benefits programs.