Month: December 2025

Book a car, Back a cause: Zoomcar and Namma Kutumb launch ‘Good Fleet’

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Guests can book select Namma Kutumb vehicles on Zoomcar in Bengaluru. Namma Kutumb will use the income from these bookings to support its education and skilling programs for orphan and underprivileged youth.

BENGALURU, India, Dec. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Zoomcar, India’s leading marketplace for self-drive car sharing, today announced the launch of Good Fleet — a purpose-led initiative aimed at creating social impact through everyday mobility. Under Good Fleet, vehicles operated by Namma Kutumb (NEOMBS Foundation Initiative) will be discoverable and bookable on the Zoomcar marketplace in Bengaluru, enabling guests to support a social cause while on the move.


Book a car, Back a cause: Zoomcar and Namma Kutumb launch 'Good Fleet'

Through Good Fleet, guests can book select Namma Kutumb vehicles via the Zoomcar app/website, just like any other listing on the platform. Namma Kutumb has stated that net proceeds from bookings of its vehicles are intended to support its education and skilling programs for orphan and underprivileged youth, beginning with programs in Karnataka.

Zoomcar’s role in Good Fleet is focused on providing the marketplace technology and facilitating bookings, including standard platform workflows such as listing, discovery, booking flow, and customer support. Zoomcar is contributing to the cause by reducing its standard marketplace commission and retaining a smaller portion of booking transactions, enabling a greater share of proceeds to support Namma Kutumb’s mission. Zoomcar does not operate the Foundation’s programs, does not receive or handle charitable donations, and does not provide tax or donation receipts. Any program execution, beneficiary selection, and utilization of proceeds is independently managed by Namma Kutumb / NEOMBS Foundation.

Namma Kutumb is run by the NEOMBS Foundation and focuses on making education and tech-enabled learning accessible to orphans and underprivileged learners. Its programs include Education Plus (academic support for students in classes 4–10), a developing tech learning platform, and Skill Pro diploma-style programs aimed at employability and practical career skills.

As per Namma Kutumb’s published impact metrics, the initiative has supported 114+ orphans under its Education Plus program, delivered 1850+ hours of educational classes, and supported 340+ underprivileged lives through its educational programs.

Anirudh Lamba, Head of Marketing – Zoomcar, said, “Zoomcar’s mission is to unlock access through a trusted marketplace. With Good Fleet, we’re enabling a set of Namma Kutumb-operated vehicles to be booked on Zoomcar, giving guests a seamless self-drive experience while Namma Kutumb continues its work in education and skilling. Our role is strictly that of a marketplace platform facilitating bookings.”

Sagar Prakash, Founder, NEOMBS Foundation (Namma Kutumb), said, “Through Namma Kutumb, we work to help orphan and underprivileged learners build stronger futures through education and job-relevant skills. Good Fleet helps us create an additional channel to drive vehicle utilization while supporting our broader mission.”

About Zoomcar

Zoomcar is India’s leading marketplace for self-drive car sharing, connecting guests who want access to a car with car owners and fleet partners who want to earn from their vehicles.

About Namma Kutumb (NEOMBS Foundation Initiative)

Namma Kutumb is a Karnataka-based initiative run by the NEOMBS Foundation, focused on providing high-quality education and training to orphan and underprivileged learners, leveraging technology and blended learning approaches.

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WuXi Biologics Recognized by Hong Kong ESG Reporting Awards 2025 for Outstanding ESG Disclosure

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HONG KONG, Dec. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — WuXi Biologics (2269.HK) has once again raised the bar for sustainability commitment and transparency. The company has been honored by the Hong Kong ESG Reporting Awards (HERA) 2025 for Outstanding ESG Disclosure, marking a new milestone in its dedication to openness and accountability.

This recognition follows last year’s ESG Report Benchmark Award from HERA, verifying the consistency of WuXi Biologics’ progressive ESG journey. Beyond assuring compliance, ESG reporting is a strategic lever that helps gain trust and strengthen confidence among global clients, investors, regulators, and other stakeholders.

Why does this matter? In today’s business landscape, transparent ESG disclosure is a competitive advantage. WuXi Biologics’ detailed reporting on its sustainability targets and progress – such as corporate governance, talent development and GHG emission reduction – reassures stakeholders that the company is driving meaningful change and shaping the future of Green CRDMO.

Dr. Chris Chen, WuXi Biologics CEO and Chairman of the ESG Committee, commented, “Transparency is the cornerstone of trust. We firmly believe that openly sharing our ESG journey is essential, because only through collaboration can we help to create lasting value that contributes positively to society and the environment. Receiving the ESG Disclosure Award not only validates our efforts, but also inspires us to continue raising the bar as we lead the industry toward a more responsible and sustainable future.”

As a participant of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Initiative (PSCI), WuXi Biologics proactively advocates sustainability and has earned widespread recognitions for its efforts. The company was granted an MSCI AAA Rating; awarded an EcoVadis Platinum Medal; listed in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI); named to the CDP “A List” for Climate Change, Water Security, Supplier Engagement Assessment; given the highest negligible-risk rating by Sustainalytics, and recognized as a Sustainalytics industry and regional ESG top-rated company for five consecutive years; selected as a Constituent of the FTSE4Good Index Series; listed in the Hang Seng ESG 50 Index; and rated as Prime by ISS ESG Corporate Rating.

About WuXi Biologics

WuXi Biologics (stock code: 2269.HK) is a leading global Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO) offering end-to-end solutions that enable partners to discover, develop and manufacture biologics – from concept to commercialization – for the benefit of patients worldwide.

With over 12,000 skilled employees in China, the United States, Ireland, Germany and Singapore, WuXi Biologics leverages its technologies and expertise to provide customers with efficient and cost-effective biologics discovery, development and manufacturing solutions. As of June 30, 2025, WuXi Biologics is supporting 864 integrated client projects, including 24 in commercial manufacturing.

WuXi Biologics regards sustainability as the cornerstone of long-term business growth. The company continuously drives green technology innovations to offer advanced end-to-end Green CRDMO solutions for its global partners while consistently achieving excellence in Environment, Social and Governance (ESG). Committed to creating shared value, it collaborates with all stakeholders to foster positive social and environmental impacts and promote responsible practices that empower the entire value chain.

For more information about WuXi Biologics, please visit: www.wuxibiologics.com.

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The Commerce Group Supports CHiPs for Kids Toy Drive

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The Commerce Group has donated $25,000 in toys to help children in need through the CHiPs for Kids Toy Drive. 

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Every year, the California Highway Patrol runs a statewide toy drive, collecting new and unwrapped toys for children in need. This year, The Commerce Group and its affiliated brands are proud to donate to this wonderful cause.


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Working in partnership with Public Information Officer Cody Sturges, the California-based company delivered 11 pallets of toys to the California Highway Patrol West Valley Division to be distributed to children in the Greater Los Angeles area.

“With so many families struggling, we wanted to do something to give back to the community,” said company co-founders, Ali Esmaili and Jameson Rodgers. “Every child deserves to have a happy holiday season.”

If you are interested in contributing to this cause, just text the word “toys” to 76278 to donate.

About The Commerce Group

The Commerce Group is dedicated to creating and growing innovative health and wellness products that enhance everyday life. From natural supplements for adults, children, and pets to solutions that support overall well-being, The Commerce Group aims to help people and their loved ones feel their best—every day. 


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Deck the Halls With Webex Calls: How Cisco Technology Brings Holiday Cheer to Hospitals

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Some Christmas stories start with a sleigh. This one starts with a screen. 

For 17 years, Cisco’s Connected Santa program has been delivering holiday magic to children in hospitals across the U.K. and Ireland. Powered by Webex technology, a strong internet connection, and some sneaky elves (who just so happen to be Cisco employees), each year Santa virtually visits hospitalized children who are unable to spend their holidays at home. 

Connected Santa has reached thousands of children around the world since the program’s beginning, with Connected Santa outposts cropping up in the U.S., Canada, Switzerland, South Africa, and beyond. This holiday season, the program reached over 300 children across 15 hospitals in the U.K. and Ireland. 

Joanne Bugg, Cisco EMEA Partner Enablement Leader, began volunteering for Connected Santa 13 years ago and leads the program in the U.K. 

“This is my favorite time of the year – and one of the best examples of using our technology for good,” shared Joanne. “There’s nothing like seeing these children’s faces light up through the Webex screen. Thanks to Cisco, we’re able to give them a moment of festive cheer during such a difficult time.” 

Behind the holiday magic  

What might seem like a simple virtual Santa visit is actually a highly coordinated effort across dozens of Cisco volunteers and hundreds of miles.  

The work begins in October, when Joanne puts out a call to Cisco Account Managers in the healthcare space, asking if their hospital would be interested in a Connected Santa visit. The hospitals – all Cisco customers – then connect their IT staff with Cisco volunteers, who help test internet connections, set up Webex devices in playrooms, and fine-tune lighting and audio. 

“We’ll have conversations like, ‘Oh, can you hear the jingle bells ringing over there?’” said Joanne. “If the answer is ‘no,’ our Cisco Solution Engineers can help troubleshoot. This is one of those times when we actually want to switch off our excellent Webex noise cancellation!” 

Then the magic begins. On the day of Santa’s virtual visit, children head to the playroom with hospital staff and onsite Cisco volunteers, dressed, of course, as elves. On the way, the elves gather details like the child’s name, age, and Christmas wish, and send that information via Webex chat to Santa’s grotto – a room at Cisco’s Bedfont Lakes office. 

Inside the grotto, a rotating cast of Santas and volunteer elves stand – well, sit – at the ready. Equipped with a Webex device, a second screen powered by the grotto elves with each child’s personalized details, and a Christmas backdrop (complete with a Santa chair, tree, and fireplace), a little bit of movie magic helps bring the experience to life.

By the time each child appears on the Webex screen, Santa magically knows all the details for a personalized virtual conversation. “How’s your dog, Toby?” “I heard you’re on the Nice list, Mia!” “A little elf told me you’re hoping for a LEGO set!” 

For children who may be unable to move from their rooms, volunteers are ready to take their Webex technology on the road. With an iPad and trolley, Santa makes bedside virtual visits, with an in-person elf handing out gifts.  

AI in the North Pole  

Of course, AI is transforming every part of our technology and world – and the North Pole is no exception.   

This year, Sebastian Hughes, an Engineering Technical Leader and longtime Connected Santa volunteer, saw an opportunity to optimize the experience for children in the hospital. 

Sometimes there were unexpected hiccups – or, let’s call them blizzards – during the calls, making it difficult for Santa to always have a personalized conversation. What happens if two children entered the room together? Or if a child skipped the line? Or if the grotto elf didn’t have time to move details from the Webex chat to the screen that Santa was reading? 

With the help of AI, Sebastian designed a template that allows a more seamless transfer of information from Webex chat to Santa’s screen. Now, elves can quickly synthesize details, order children who might be waiting in the queue, and even send secret messages to Santa. (The most common, according to Joanne? “Keep going Santa – we have more kids waiting!”) 

Connection Across Distance and Difference

While this annual effort is powered by technology, the true gift is human connection. 

This year, across the U.K. and Ireland, 95 Cisco volunteers donned elf hats, delivered more than 1,000 gifts, and used Time2Give volunteer hours to bring holiday cheer to children spending their Christmas in a hospital. 

And while the Webex call provides the portal, it’s the Cisco volunteers — elves dressed in green and red — who power the connection. 

One visit in particular stays with Joanne. Stationed next to Santa in his grotto, she saw a child in a wheelchair come on to the screen.  

“The child was non-verbal and had limited mobility, but I could see her just clutching onto the hand of Mrs. Claus, a Cisco volunteer,” said Joanne. “And when Santa said her name through the screen, you could just see her entire face light up.” 

For Joanne, that’s the magic of Connected Santa – and the magic of Cisco.  

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Deck the Halls With Webex Calls: How Cisco Technology Brings Holiday Cheer to Hospitals

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Some Christmas stories start with a sleigh. This one starts with a screen. 

For 17 years, Cisco’s Connected Santa program has been delivering holiday magic to children in hospitals across the U.K. and Ireland. Powered by Webex technology, a strong internet connection, and some sneaky elves (who just so happen to be Cisco employees), each year Santa virtually visits hospitalized children who are unable to spend their holidays at home. 

Connected Santa has reached thousands of children around the world since the program’s beginning, with Connected Santa outposts cropping up in the U.S., Canada, Switzerland, South Africa, and beyond. This holiday season, the program reached over 300 children across 15 hospitals in the U.K. and Ireland. 

Joanne Bugg, Cisco EMEA Partner Enablement Leader, began volunteering for Connected Santa 13 years ago and leads the program in the U.K. 

“This is my favorite time of the year – and one of the best examples of using our technology for good,” shared Joanne. “There’s nothing like seeing these children’s faces light up through the Webex screen. Thanks to Cisco, we’re able to give them a moment of festive cheer during such a difficult time.” 

Behind the holiday magic  

What might seem like a simple virtual Santa visit is actually a highly coordinated effort across dozens of Cisco volunteers and hundreds of miles.  

The work begins in October, when Joanne puts out a call to Cisco Account Managers in the healthcare space, asking if their hospital would be interested in a Connected Santa visit. The hospitals – all Cisco customers – then connect their IT staff with Cisco volunteers, who help test internet connections, set up Webex devices in playrooms, and fine-tune lighting and audio. 

“We’ll have conversations like, ‘Oh, can you hear the jingle bells ringing over there?’” said Joanne. “If the answer is ‘no,’ our Cisco Solution Engineers can help troubleshoot. This is one of those times when we actually want to switch off our excellent Webex noise cancellation!” 

Then the magic begins. On the day of Santa’s virtual visit, children head to the playroom with hospital staff and onsite Cisco volunteers, dressed, of course, as elves. On the way, the elves gather details like the child’s name, age, and Christmas wish, and send that information via Webex chat to Santa’s grotto – a room at Cisco’s Bedfont Lakes office. 

Inside the grotto, a rotating cast of Santas and volunteer elves stand – well, sit – at the ready. Equipped with a Webex device, a second screen powered by the grotto elves with each child’s personalized details, and a Christmas backdrop (complete with a Santa chair, tree, and fireplace), a little bit of movie magic helps bring the experience to life.

By the time each child appears on the Webex screen, Santa magically knows all the details for a personalized virtual conversation. “How’s your dog, Toby?” “I heard you’re on the Nice list, Mia!” “A little elf told me you’re hoping for a LEGO set!” 

For children who may be unable to move from their rooms, volunteers are ready to take their Webex technology on the road. With an iPad and trolley, Santa makes bedside virtual visits, with an in-person elf handing out gifts.  

AI in the North Pole  

Of course, AI is transforming every part of our technology and world – and the North Pole is no exception.   

This year, Sebastian Hughes, an Engineering Technical Leader and longtime Connected Santa volunteer, saw an opportunity to optimize the experience for children in the hospital. 

Sometimes there were unexpected hiccups – or, let’s call them blizzards – during the calls, making it difficult for Santa to always have a personalized conversation. What happens if two children entered the room together? Or if a child skipped the line? Or if the grotto elf didn’t have time to move details from the Webex chat to the screen that Santa was reading? 

With the help of AI, Sebastian designed a template that allows a more seamless transfer of information from Webex chat to Santa’s screen. Now, elves can quickly synthesize details, order children who might be waiting in the queue, and even send secret messages to Santa. (The most common, according to Joanne? “Keep going Santa – we have more kids waiting!”) 

Connection Across Distance and Difference

While this annual effort is powered by technology, the true gift is human connection. 

This year, across the U.K. and Ireland, 95 Cisco volunteers donned elf hats, delivered more than 1,000 gifts, and used Time2Give volunteer hours to bring holiday cheer to children spending their Christmas in a hospital. 

And while the Webex call provides the portal, it’s the Cisco volunteers — elves dressed in green and red — who power the connection. 

One visit in particular stays with Joanne. Stationed next to Santa in his grotto, she saw a child in a wheelchair come on to the screen.  

“The child was non-verbal and had limited mobility, but I could see her just clutching onto the hand of Mrs. Claus, a Cisco volunteer,” said Joanne. “And when Santa said her name through the screen, you could just see her entire face light up.” 

For Joanne, that’s the magic of Connected Santa – and the magic of Cisco.  

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A Truckload of Cheer: Buckeye Risk Services Donates Toy Trucks to Akron Children’s Hospital for the Holidays

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AKRON, Ohio, Dec. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Buckeye Risk Services, a provider specialty insurance solutions for the automotive and trucking industries, donated more than 100 toy trucks to Akron Children’s Hospital to help brighten the holidays for children spending Christmas and Hanukkah in the hospital. 


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The donation was made as part of Buckeye Risk Services’ ongoing commitment to supporting the communities where its employees and partners live and work. Through its family of brands, including Truck Master Warranty, the company continues to invest in meaningful initiatives that bring comfort and joy during the holiday season.

“A toy truck is more than just a gift — it represents imagination, resilience, and a sense of normalcy during a difficult time,” said Rob Fox, CEO of Buckeye Risk Services. “As a company rooted in transportation and service, we’re honored to bring a little happiness to these kids and their families when they need it most.”

Headquartered in nearby Poland, Buckeye Risk Services team members personally delivered the toy trucks to Akron Children’s Hospital. The visit reflected the company’s belief that corporate success should be shared through hands-on community involvement and purposeful giving.

As Buckeye Risk Services continues to grow nationally, the organization remains focused on expanding its charitable outreach, supporting local hospitals, and encouraging others in the business community to do the same.

Buckeye Risk Services invites businesses and individuals to join in spreading holiday cheer by supporting local charities and children’s hospitals. To learn more about donating to Akron Children’s Hospital, visit www.akronchildrens.org.

For more information about Buckeye Risk Services, visit buckeyerisk.com.

Media Contact:

Shaun Petersen
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Truck Master Warranty
800 326 5204
www.truckmasterwarranty.com


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A Truckload of Cheer: Buckeye Risk Services Donates Toy Trucks to Akron Children’s Hospital for the Holidays

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AKRON, Ohio, Dec. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Buckeye Risk Services, a provider specialty insurance solutions for the automotive and trucking industries, donated more than 100 toy trucks to Akron Children’s Hospital to help brighten the holidays for children spending Christmas and Hanukkah in the hospital. 


Buckeye Risk Services Logo

The donation was made as part of Buckeye Risk Services’ ongoing commitment to supporting the communities where its employees and partners live and work. Through its family of brands, including Truck Master Warranty, the company continues to invest in meaningful initiatives that bring comfort and joy during the holiday season.

“A toy truck is more than just a gift — it represents imagination, resilience, and a sense of normalcy during a difficult time,” said Rob Fox, CEO of Buckeye Risk Services. “As a company rooted in transportation and service, we’re honored to bring a little happiness to these kids and their families when they need it most.”

Headquartered in nearby Poland, Buckeye Risk Services team members personally delivered the toy trucks to Akron Children’s Hospital. The visit reflected the company’s belief that corporate success should be shared through hands-on community involvement and purposeful giving.

As Buckeye Risk Services continues to grow nationally, the organization remains focused on expanding its charitable outreach, supporting local hospitals, and encouraging others in the business community to do the same.

Buckeye Risk Services invites businesses and individuals to join in spreading holiday cheer by supporting local charities and children’s hospitals. To learn more about donating to Akron Children’s Hospital, visit www.akronchildrens.org.

For more information about Buckeye Risk Services, visit buckeyerisk.com.

Media Contact:

Shaun Petersen
Chief Legal Officer
Truck Master Warranty
800 326 5204
www.truckmasterwarranty.com


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2025 Winners of the Innovations in Alzheimer’s Caregiving Awards

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Three Organizations from Across the US Receive $20,000 Each

SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In celebration of the 18th year of the Innovations in Alzheimer’s Caregiving Awards, The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation, RRF Foundation for Aging and Family Caregiver Alliance are pleased to celebrate three organizations—each delivering a state-of-the-art program that addresses the needs of caregivers and those they care for living with Alzheimer’s disease or a related condition.


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Each model program will receive $20,000 for their work in the following categories: 

Increasing Access and Reducing Stigma

“Meet Me At…” Series – HOPE Dementia Support, a program of CDM Caregiving Services –Vancouver, WA

The “Meet Me at…” Series, developed by HOPE Dementia Support in Clark County Washington, is an innovative program that creates dementia-friendly community outings for people living with dementia and their care partners. The series addresses the profound isolation experienced by families affected by dementia by transforming mainstream public spaces—museums, wildlife refuges, movie theaters, and parks—into welcoming, accessible environments.

Creative Expression

Improv for Caregivers – New London Barn Playhouse – New London, NH

Improv for Caregivers is a unique communication workshop series developed by the New London Barn Playhouse in partnership with the Lake Sunapee Region VNA. This innovative program serves caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer’s and dementia throughout New Hampshire.

Creative Expression

5th Dementia Band – Music Mends Minds, Inc. – Los Angeles, CA

Music Mends Minds is an 11-year-old, LA-based, global nonprofit that creates free music therapy and engagement groups for seniors, their caregivers and loved ones. For those with neurological challenges like Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, music might be their last bridge to remembering who they were, who they loved and what they shared together.

View detailed information on the winning programs.

Innovations in Alzheimer’s Caregiving Awards Reception to be held during the American Society on Aging “On Aging Conference” in Atlanta, GA

Join us in honoring the 2025 Innovations in Alzheimer’s Caregiving Award winners with program presentations, conversation, hors d’oeuvres, and beverages. All are welcome! 

Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2026 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Location: Embassy Hall-C –International Tower Level – Hyatt Regency Atlanta — 265 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30303

The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation

The mission of The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation is to invest in programs that promote education, tolerance, social services, health, and the arts. The Foundation builds on the ideals and pursuits of its founders, Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert. In the area of Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias, the Foundation focuses its grantmaking on the advancement of research and career development for early to mid-career investigators and investments in caregiving, policy, systems, and practice change, and improvements in clinical care.

Visit The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation website.

RRF Foundation for Aging

RRF Foundation for Aging (RRF) is a philanthropic foundation dedicated to improving the quality of life of older people. As one of the first private foundations in the U.S. devoted to aging issues, RRF pursues a highly integrated approach to its grantmaking. This strategic philanthropy reflects its role as an agent of change and is designed to lift up innovative ideas, support their application and dissemination, and drive needed improvements in practice and policy. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, RRF is a national funder with a focus on advocacy, research, and training related to caregiving, social and intergenerational connectedness, housing, and economic security. Over its more than 45-year history, RRF has awarded nearly 5,000 grants totaling over $250 million toward improving aging outcomes and supporting caregivers.

Visit the RRF website.

Family Caregiver Alliance

The mission of FCA is to improve the quality of life for family caregivers and the people who receive their care. For more than 40 years, FCA has provided services to family caregivers of adults with physical and cognitive impairments, such as Parkinson’s, stroke, Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. FCA’s services include assessment, care planning, direct care skills, wellness programs, respite services, and legal/financial consultation vouchers. Ongoing support is available with FCA CareNav®. FCA is a longtime advocate for caregivers in the areas of policy, health and social system development, research, and public awareness, on the state, national and international levels.

For more information about FCA, visit caregiver.org.

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2025 Winners of the Innovations in Alzheimer’s Caregiving Awards

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Three Organizations from Across the US Receive $20,000 Each

SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In celebration of the 18th year of the Innovations in Alzheimer’s Caregiving Awards, The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation, RRF Foundation for Aging and Family Caregiver Alliance are pleased to celebrate three organizations—each delivering a state-of-the-art program that addresses the needs of caregivers and those they care for living with Alzheimer’s disease or a related condition.


Family Caregiver Alliance logo

Each model program will receive $20,000 for their work in the following categories: 

Increasing Access and Reducing Stigma

“Meet Me At…” Series – HOPE Dementia Support, a program of CDM Caregiving Services –Vancouver, WA

The “Meet Me at…” Series, developed by HOPE Dementia Support in Clark County Washington, is an innovative program that creates dementia-friendly community outings for people living with dementia and their care partners. The series addresses the profound isolation experienced by families affected by dementia by transforming mainstream public spaces—museums, wildlife refuges, movie theaters, and parks—into welcoming, accessible environments.

Creative Expression

Improv for Caregivers – New London Barn Playhouse – New London, NH

Improv for Caregivers is a unique communication workshop series developed by the New London Barn Playhouse in partnership with the Lake Sunapee Region VNA. This innovative program serves caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer’s and dementia throughout New Hampshire.

Creative Expression

5th Dementia Band – Music Mends Minds, Inc. – Los Angeles, CA

Music Mends Minds is an 11-year-old, LA-based, global nonprofit that creates free music therapy and engagement groups for seniors, their caregivers and loved ones. For those with neurological challenges like Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, music might be their last bridge to remembering who they were, who they loved and what they shared together.

View detailed information on the winning programs.

Innovations in Alzheimer’s Caregiving Awards Reception to be held during the American Society on Aging “On Aging Conference” in Atlanta, GA

Join us in honoring the 2025 Innovations in Alzheimer’s Caregiving Award winners with program presentations, conversation, hors d’oeuvres, and beverages. All are welcome! 

Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2026 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Location: Embassy Hall-C –International Tower Level – Hyatt Regency Atlanta — 265 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30303

The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation

The mission of The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation is to invest in programs that promote education, tolerance, social services, health, and the arts. The Foundation builds on the ideals and pursuits of its founders, Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert. In the area of Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias, the Foundation focuses its grantmaking on the advancement of research and career development for early to mid-career investigators and investments in caregiving, policy, systems, and practice change, and improvements in clinical care.

Visit The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation website.

RRF Foundation for Aging

RRF Foundation for Aging (RRF) is a philanthropic foundation dedicated to improving the quality of life of older people. As one of the first private foundations in the U.S. devoted to aging issues, RRF pursues a highly integrated approach to its grantmaking. This strategic philanthropy reflects its role as an agent of change and is designed to lift up innovative ideas, support their application and dissemination, and drive needed improvements in practice and policy. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, RRF is a national funder with a focus on advocacy, research, and training related to caregiving, social and intergenerational connectedness, housing, and economic security. Over its more than 45-year history, RRF has awarded nearly 5,000 grants totaling over $250 million toward improving aging outcomes and supporting caregivers.

Visit the RRF website.

Family Caregiver Alliance

The mission of FCA is to improve the quality of life for family caregivers and the people who receive their care. For more than 40 years, FCA has provided services to family caregivers of adults with physical and cognitive impairments, such as Parkinson’s, stroke, Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. FCA’s services include assessment, care planning, direct care skills, wellness programs, respite services, and legal/financial consultation vouchers. Ongoing support is available with FCA CareNav®. FCA is a longtime advocate for caregivers in the areas of policy, health and social system development, research, and public awareness, on the state, national and international levels.

For more information about FCA, visit caregiver.org.

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Marathon Petroleum Recognized as a Top Company for Women To Work in Transportation

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Key Points

  • Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) was named to the Women In Trucking Association’s 2025 Top Companies for Women to Work in Transportation list for the fourth consecutive year, reflecting its commitment to safety, inclusivity and operational excellence.
  • MPC fosters a supportive environment for women, offering flexible work arrangements, professional development and advancement opportunities.
  • MPC offers extensive benefits, including paid maternity and paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement, retirement plans and support from the Women In Trucking partnership.

Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) has once again been recognized as a top workplace, earning a place on the Women In Trucking Association’s (WIT) 2025 Top Companies for Women to Work in Transportation list for the fourth year in a row.

This recognition, announced at the WIT Accelerate! Conference & Expo, highlights MPC’s commitment to safety, inclusivity and operational excellence. The award is based on votes from industry professionals and recognizes companies that foster a culture where women can thrive, offering flexible work arrangements, professional development and advancement opportunities.

“MPC truly invests in its people and provides endless opportunities to grow,” said Jaki Frantz, Area Manager for MPC’s California fleet. “Coming from an engineering background, I’ve always appreciated how a large, diverse organization like MPC offers so many career paths to explore. With hard work and dedication, you can go almost anywhere, and that makes me proud to be part of a company that rewards initiative and supports development at every stage.”

Frantz encourages people to consider a career in trucking.

“The industry offers incredible opportunities for people who are driven, adaptable and ready to take on new challenges,” said Frantz. “Don’t let traditional perceptions hold you back. Your perspective and leadership are valuable. Build your network, keep learning and approach every opportunity with confidence.”

MPC’s ongoing recognition by WIT reflects its dedication to building a workplace where women are empowered to succeed and lead.

Benefits of Driving for MPC

In addition to support from the Women In Trucking partnership, four-day work weeks and the opportunity to be home every night, transport drivers at MPC have an extensive benefits package that include:

  • Up to eight weeks of fully paid parental leave
  • Adoption assistance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 401k employer match
  • Company pension plan

Interested candidates should visit DriveForMPC.com.

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