Dial®, the #1 Teacher recommended antibacterial hand soap*, continues to support teachers and students in classrooms across the country through national partnership with U.S. Soccer

STAMFORD, Conn., April 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Henkel’s Dial® brand, a trusted brand for over 75 years, is proud to announce its new ‘Clean Sheet’ program partnership with the U.S. Soccer Federation. As part of this program, Dial® will donate an initial $50,000 to DonorsChoose, an education nonprofit that supports public school teachers and students nationwide, and for every clean sheet in a U.S. Senior National Team soccer match, Dial® will donate an additional $5,000 for a total contribution of $100,000 over the next year.  Dial® hopes to engage soccer fans as they cheer on the U.S. Men’s and Women’s National Teams while giving back to the teachers who do so much for students around the country.

“Preventing the opposing team from scoring any goals, delivers a ‘clean sheet’ match for the winning team. This is a mark of defensive excellence and is a significant achievement for both the goalkeeper and the entire defensive line, demonstrating the power of teams,” said Phil Schaffer, Corporate Senior Vice President of Henkel Consumer Brands North America. “Like the U.S. Men’s and Women’s National Teams, Henkel’s success is also driven by our passion for team play, which is why we are so excited to not only celebrate with the fans, but also to give something back to the community through education grants to engage and inspire the future generation.”

A longtime goal and brand mission of Dial® is to give educators the tools they need to teach the next generation and foster healthier communities by providing resources that support clean skin and proper hygiene practices now and in the future. To help continue Dial® ‘s brand mission to support educators and future generations, the brand has once again partnered with DonorsChoose to support its new ‘Clean Sheet’ program.

“Henkel is a proud partner of the U.S. Soccer Federation, and we at Dial® are thrilled to take the partnership further with the launch of our ‘Clean Sheet’ program,” said Allison Feldman, VP of Marketing – Personal Care at Henkel.  “For years, a primary goal for the Dial® brand has been to support charitable organizations that focus on helping their local communities. Donations as a result of the ‘Clean Sheet’ program will enable us to show our commitment to local communities and support future generations to chase their goals.”

Announced in November 2024, Henkel’s multi-year portfolio partnership with U.S. Soccer is designed to help to grow the game, elevate performance, and inspire the next generation of players. In addition to the Clean Sheet program, through the partnership, Henkel is also the presenting partner of U.S. Soccer’s Young Player of the Year Awards and community youth soccer clinics, and a supporting partner of the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center. The partnership marks Henkel’s first-ever portfolio deal and will leverage a range of its more than 30 popular brands in North America, to promote the U.S. Men’s and Women’s National Teams, as well as the Youth and Extended National Teams, during the most exciting, unprecedented time for the sport in the United States over the next several years.

For more information on Henkel’s partnership with U.S. Soccer and Dial’s ‘Clean Sheet’ program, please visit henkel-northamerica.com.

*antibacterial liquid and foaming

About Dial®

America’s trusted brand for 75 years, Dial® delivers clean, healthy feeling skin for you and your family with products for Women, Men, and Kids. From bar soap, body wash, and hand soap, our products provide a wide variety of cleansing benefits for our consumers. See www.dialsoap.com for full details.

About Henkel in North America

Henkel’s portfolio of well-known brands in North America includes all®, Purex® and Persil® laundry detergents, Snuggle® fabric softeners, Dial® soaps, Schwarzkopf® hair care, as well as Loctite®, Technomelt® and Bonderite® adhesives. With sales close to 6.5 billion US dollars (6 billion euros) in 2024, North America accounts for 28 percent of the company’s global sales. Henkel employs around 8,000 people across the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico. For more information, please visit www.henkel-northamerica.com and on Twitter @Henkel_NA.

About DonorsChoose
DonorsChoose is the leading way to give to public schools. Since 2000, 6.3 million people and partners have contributed $1.7 billion to support over 3 million teacher requests for classroom resources and experiences. As the most trusted crowdfunding platform for teachers, donors, and district administrators alike, DonorsChoose vets each request, ships the funded resources directly to the classroom, and provides thank yous and reporting to donors and school leaders. Charity Navigator and GuideStar have awarded DonorsChoose, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, their highest ratings for transparency and accountability. For more information, visit www.donorschoose.org.

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On February 26, 2025, the European Commission (EC) proposed several highly anticipated initiatives, including the Sustainability Omnibus proposal, also called the First Omnibus. Explore below for resources and insights on how your company should consider navigating these changes.

Nasdaq Sustainability Solutions is your partner in equipping you with the latest insights and helping you navigate regulatory changes alongside you.

Key Highlights:

  • The Sustainability Omnibus aims to simplify the regulatory landscape for corporates, while continuing to support the green transition.
  • The proposal addresses four legislations: the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), the EU Taxonomy and the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM).

Explore the resource hub to access key information and resources regarding the EU Omnibus Proposal, including a webinar replay and research tracker from Nasdaq covering the proposal.

Annual Summit marks its final gathering with valuable insights from T.D. Jakes, Mellody Hobson, Dr. Myron Rolle, James Meeks and Others

ORLANDO, Fla., April 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Never before has it been so important for leaders to be future-ready: to anticipate and act on change before it happens and to pivot strategies to stay a step ahead. T.D. Jakes’ annual International Leadership Summit, presented by Wells Fargo, will give leaders at the intersection of faith and business a leg up on navigating a rapidly changing world as they learn from global leaders making an impact as innovators, entrepreneurs, and church and business leaders when the event returns to Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center, April 10-12.

Mellody Hobson, co-CEO and president of Ariel Advisors and chairman of the board of trustees for Ariel Investment Trust, will join T.D. Jakes on stage Friday, April 11. Named by Time Magazine as one of the most influential people in the world in 2015, Hobson served as Ariel Advisors’ president for nearly two decades prior to being named co-CEO. She is also the founder of Project Level® to change the game in women’s sports. Hobson co-founded Ariel Alternatives, LLC in 2021 and its inaugural private equity fund, Project Black® to scale minority-owned businesses. Beyond Ariel, she serves as a director for JPMorgan Chase and is the former chairman of Starbucks Corporation. Hobson was a long-standing board member of the Estée Lauder Companies and chairman of the board of DreamWorks Animation until the company’s sale in 2016.

Now in its final year, the International Leadership Summit, presented by Wells Fargo, will focus on the theme, “Changing of the Guard,” concentrating on advancing a new generation of ministry and business leaders as they continue to glean wisdom from past generations. Although this is the final year for the International Leadership Summit, next year will usher in a revolutionary platform curating high-level summits and conversations designed to engage leaders in deeper, more impactful ways. More details are forthcoming.

Speakers at the 2025 International Leadership Summit embody a variety of skilled leaders, shaping the conversation about navigating challenging times, the importance of women in leadership, leadership and wealth generation, turning technology into a competitive edge, and the changing of the guard. Some of the other speakers include:

Dr. Myron Rolle, pediatric neurosurgery fellow at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, chairman and founder of the Caribbean Neurosurgery Foundation. A resident of Orlando, Rolle is a Harvard/Massachusetts General Hospital trained neurosurgeon serving as the current pediatric neurosurgery fellow at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. He is a Rhodes Scholar, best-selling author, former All-American Florida State University football player, and former National Football League player for the Tennessee Titans and Pittsburgh Steelers. He published the Rolle Scoring System – a public health rating scale used to determine a developing country’s governance around helmet safety to prevent traumatic brain injury.

James Meeks, founding pastor of Salem Baptist Church of Chicago, CEO Hope Center Foundation. Meeks is the founding pastor of Salem Baptist Church of Chicago, which has been recognized as one of the fastest growing megachurches in the United States. Starting with 125 members in 1985, under Meeks’ leadership, Salem has grown to a congregation of 9,000 members around the country. In 2005, he led Salem in the building of Hope House, a 10,000-seat community and worship center on the South Side of Chicago and, upon his retirement from pastoral ministry in 2023, became CEO of the Hope Center Foundation, a nonprofit that helps residents of the urban Chicago community successfully transition out of poverty to living wage and into generational wealth. Meeks has served as an Illinois State Senator and is the author of two books.

Launched in 2011, the International Leadership Summit remains a crucial gathering of business and spiritual leaders discussing the most pressing issues of today while working together to solve society’s most complex problems. The summit is one of the most transformative leadership conferences as a standard-bearer for values-based business learning and professional development.

The International Leadership Summit will be the first of three conferences the T.D. Jakes Group will host in 2025. Presented by Wells Fargo, each of the three conferences aims to empower leaders and communities around the world. Following the International Leadership Summit, Good Soil will take place June 12-14, 2025, at the AT&T Performing Arts Center in Dallas to catalyze and support a broad range of business owners. Sarah Jakes Roberts’ Woman Evolve is set to host its next conference at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, July 31-Aug. 2, 2025. Woman Evolve’s mission is to equip women through spiritual and practical development with the tools necessary to evolve into the highest version of themselves. At all three of the T.D. Jakes Group conferences, women will be keynote speakers as the organization joins partner organizations as a part of the transformational agenda to prepare leaders.

The International Leadership Summit will welcome these key industry leaders.

WHO:

  • T.D. Jakes, CEO of the T.D. Jakes Group
  • Mellody Hobson, co-CEO and president, Ariel Advisors and chairman of the board of trustees, Ariel Investment Trust
  • Steven Furtick, faith leader and author
  • Cindy Trimm, founder and CEO, Trimm Institute of Global Leadership + Trimm Global Charities
  • Carla Harris, senior client advisor, Morgan Stanley
  • Dr. Myron Rolle, pediatric neurosurgery fellow at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital
  • Joel Tudman, senior pastor, The Faith Center
  • James Meeks, CEO, Hope Center Foundation
  • Lambert Gates, president, L.W. Gates Ministries
  • John Hope Bryant, founder and CEO, Operation Hope
  • Courtney McBath, Courtney McBath Leadership and president of Virginia Christian College
  • … and more leaders of business and faith found on the website.

WHERE:
Orange County Convention Center
9800 International Dr.
Orlando, FL 32819

WHEN:
April 10-12, 2025

About the International Leadership Summit
Founded by T.D. Jakes – real estate mogul, New York Times best-selling author, pioneering CEO and entrepreneur, global humanitarian, devoted philanthropist, senior pastor of The Potter’s House – the International Leadership Summit is an annual transformative conference. Since 2011, the conference has cultivated aspiring and tenured entrepreneurs and leaders with the tools to become successful in for-profit and not-for-profit industries.

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PITTSBURGH, April 7, 2025 /3BL/ – The latest edition of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies once again includes Wesco International.

Wesco has been named to this prestigious list of international companies since 2022 and was ranked #3 in its industry category of “Wholesalers: Diversified” this year.

“Wesco’s continued inclusion in Fortune’s prestigious World’s Most Admired Companies list reaffirms the dedication and hard work of our team,” says Wesco Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer John Engel. “It is an honor to be recognized among such esteemed global companies, and this achievement drives us to further our commitment to excellence and innovation.”

In 2025, Korn Ferry, in collaboration with Fortune, analyzed more than 500 firms globally and spoke with thousands of senior executives and directors to compile the World’s Most Admired list. Only the most highly regarded and successful firms made the final cut. Representing over 50 industries spanning the world, the 2025 list includes 229 U.S.-based companies, 59 in Europe, and 26 in the Asia/Pacific region.

Some of the criteria for the ranking include the company’s effectiveness in conducting business globally; its ability to attract, develop, and retain talent; its financial results; and its community involvement.

Wesco is committed to being a socially responsible company, particularly as it allows them to attract and retain world-class talent and expertise. More information about Wesco’s approach to Environmental, Social and Governance can be found on Wesco’s website.

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About Wesco 
Wesco International (NYSE: WCC) builds, connects, powers and protects the world. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Wesco is a FORTUNE 500® company with approximately $22 billion in annual sales in 2024 and a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions. Wesco offers a best-in-class product and services portfolio of Electrical and Electronic Solutions, Communications and Security Solutions, and Utility and Broadband Solutions. The Company employs approximately 20,000 people, partners with the industry’s premier suppliers, and serves thousands of customers around the world. With millions of products, end-to-end supply chain services, and leading digital capabilities, Wesco provides innovative solutions to meet customer needs across commercial and industrial businesses, contractors, educational institutions, government agencies, technology companies, telecommunications providers, and utilities. Wesco operates more than 700 sites, including distribution centers, fulfillment centers, and sales offices in approximately 50 countries, providing a local presence for customers and a global network to serve multi-location businesses and global corporations.

For more information, please contact:

Corporate Communications 
Jennifer Sniderman 
Vice President, Corporate Communications 
717-579-6603

CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 7, 2025 /3BL/ – Truist Foundation today announced the six finalists for its third Inspire Awards, a grant program supporting nonprofit organizations that are pioneering workforce development solutions for adults in the middle or later stages of their careers. These organizations have been selected for their innovative approaches to reskilling, upskilling and career navigation, all aimed at fostering long-term economic mobility and financial stability. At a time when less than half (47%) of U.S. employees are confident in the skills they need to be exceptional in their current roles, this initiative is crucial for boosting workforce readiness and driving economic resilience nationwide.

In collaboration with MIT Solve, an initiative of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), the Inspire Awards finalists will begin a six-month development program designed to help enhance and scale their solutions. The program includes in-person training at the Truist Leadership Institute, one-on-one coaching and skill-building workshops to strengthen their impact.

“At Truist Foundation, we are committed to supporting nonprofits that are driving meaningful career opportunities for mid- and late-career adults,” said Lynette Bell, president of Truist Foundation. “The Inspire Awards finalists exemplify the kind of forward-thinking solutions that help individuals navigate career transitions, gain new skills and achieve long-term financial security. We are proud to work with MIT Solve to support these organizations and bring Truist’s purpose to life through their groundbreaking ideas.”

Meet the 2025 Inspire Awards finalists 

The following organizations have been selected as finalists for their innovative career development solutions:

  • Breaking Barriers Through Deconstruction by Lifecycle Building Center – A training program that equips adults in low-income communities with skills in building material recovery (deconstruction) and the reuse of these materials via home repairs and energy efficient improvements.
  • FreeWorld by FreeWorld – A tech-enabled solution that reskills and places formerly incarcerated citizens into the trucking industry.
  • ReCastED by the Masonry Foundation – A mentorship-driven model that offers tradespeople a flexible pathway to Career and Technical Education (CTE) teaching positions to bridge industry gaps.
  • Safety Net Tool for Economic Mobility by Integrity Transformations Community Development Corporation – A digital platform, BestFit, that serves as a one-stop-shop for organizations looking to assist adult learners with managing basic needs insecurity and nonacademic barriers.
  • Seniors R The Answer by Encore Employment Enterprise Inc. – A call-center training program, tailored for older adults seeking employment and supported by wraparound services.
  • Veterans Electrical Entry Program (VEEP) by electrical training ALLIANCE – A pre-apprenticeship program for military personnel who want to reenter the civilian workforce in the rewarding, high-demand electrical trade.

“This is our third year working with Truist Foundation to catalyze their mission of supporting nonprofits making an impact in the U.S.,” said Hala Hanna, executive director of MIT Solve. “Truist Foundation’s commitment to this work is reflected in the finalists selected, all making tireless contributions to their communities in an effort to expand opportunity and economic stability. This progress is fundamental for a thriving society.”

Looking Ahead: Inspire Awards ceremony and funding

The Inspire Awards will culminate in an exciting event on Nov. 12, 2025, where the finalists will showcase their solutions to a live and virtual audience. At the conclusion of the event, Truist Foundation will announce the first-place grant recipient, second place, and audience favorite solutions, with total grant funding distributed as follows:

  • First Place Grant Award: $250,000
  • Second Place Grant Award: $150,000
  • Runners-up Grant Awards: $25,000 each
  • Audience Favorite Grant Award: Additional $75,000

Registration to watch the event live is anticipated to open in late summer. Virtual attendees will have the opportunity to vote for the audience favorite during the show. For additional details and updates, visit Truist.com/InspireAwards.

About Truist Foundation
Truist Foundation is committed to Truist Financial Corporation’s (NYSE: TFC) purpose to inspire and build better lives and communities. The Foundation, an endowed private foundation established in 2020 whose operating budget is independent of Truist Financial Corporation, makes strategic investments in a wide variety of nonprofit organizations centered around two focus areas: building career pathways to economic mobility and strengthening small businesses to ensure all communities have an opportunity to thrive. Embodying these focus areas are the Foundation’s leading initiatives – the Inspire Awards and Where It Starts. Learn more at Truist.com/Foundation.

Media Contact: Kristen Fraser, media@truist.com

SOURCE: Truist Foundation

A Magical Journey Inspired by an Awe-Filled Adventure

PLANO, Texas, April 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Toyota is inviting drivers to rediscover adventure with its latest marketing campaign, “Your Window to the Wild,” celebrating the all-new 2025 Toyota 4Runner. Staying true to its legendary heritage while integrating premium comfort and cutting-edge technology, the redesigned 4Runner is built for those who seek the thrill of exploration – whether navigating city streets or connecting to the awe of the great outdoors.  

Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/toyota/9326251-en-toyota-your-window-to-the-wild-all-new-2025-4runner-campaign

“This campaign captures the essence of adventure that has defined the Toyota 4Runner for over 40 years,” said Mike Tripp, Group Vice President of Toyota Marketing. “The 2025 4Runner blends rugged capability with modern innovation, inspiring drivers to embrace the magic of the outdoors.”

Created by Saatchi & Saatchi, the campaign features a 30-second and 15-second CTV spot “Into the Wild,” as well as a variety of 6-second and 15-second NLV spots including “Full Screen,” “Jam Session,” and “Unsteady Ground,” directed by Peter Thwaites. Each spot captures the spirit of the 4Runner, showcasing its ability to inspire confidence and find adventure at every turn.

https://youtu.be/C_u8BvWbH44

In “Into the Wild,” a father and daughter explore the mountains in their all-new 2025 Toyota 4Runner set to the tune of Lord Huron’s La Belle Fleur Sauvage. Noticing his daughter glued to her tablet, the father decides to change direction, igniting her sense of awe-filled adventure. As the 4Runner conquers rugged terrain, playful forest creatures mirror its spirit of exploration. The daughter is captivated with wide-eyes and engaged with the world around her. The spot closes with them setting up camp under the open sky, fully present and immersed in the wild.

In more feature focused content, the creative continues in that same world, catching these physical manifestations of the awe experienced in the 4Runner while interacting with the vehicle. From a mischievous group of stick and acorn creatures admiring the legendary power rear window and available JBL FLEX portable Bluetooth speaker, to an ancient rock colossus rising from centuries long slumber to catch a glimpse as the 4Runner makes its way over the rocky terrain.

The Hispanic creative campaign, “4Runner Landia,” takes the all-new 2025 4Runner launch to unexpected territory. Blending the excitement of off-road adventure with the dream of land ownership, the campaign invites adventure seeking Latinos to enter a contest for a chance to win an all-new 2025 Toyota 4Runner and a piece of land of their choice to create their ultimate playground. The campaign features a 30-second video, directed by Eric Maldin, starring a charismatic realtor who showcases the stunning views both inside and outside the all-new 4Runner.  In addition, a custom real estate listing on realtor.com places the all-new 4Runner in a space where car campaigns rarely venture.

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Created by Conill, the campaign includes additional digital and social content promising to inspire those who crave awe-inspiring adventure. The contest runs from April 14 to May 26.

Media Placements
The all-new Toyota 4Runner campaign is a fully integrated campaign extending across CTV, digital content, digital video, paid social, programmatic, streaming audio, and experiential. Digital content/video includes partners such as Amazon Music Live, Canela Media, Discovery Channel en Espanol, Gear Patrol, Google Maps, Google TV, Huckberry, Hulu Latino, National Geographic, NBA, Netflix, NWSL, Outside, Outside TV, Paramount+, Peacock, Preakness, Premier League, Prime Video, ROKU, Sphere, Stagecoach Music Festival, Telemundo, The Dyrt, Univision, ViX, WMBA, Wunderking, YouTube, and more. Partnerships/programming highlights include Magnite, OpenX, Outside TV, Realtor.com, Samba TV, YouTube, among others. Paid Social runs across Meta, Pinterest, Reddit, and Snap. 

The campaign spots are available for viewing here. For images and credits, please click here

About the 2025 4Runner
The 2025 Toyota 4Runner is built for adventure, combining legendary capability with modern innovation in an all-new design that stays true to its rugged heritage.

With a bold, athletic stance and refined details, the all-new 4Runner is ready for any terrain. Its chiseled exterior features the signature power rear window and a reinforced body-on-body frame construction, ensuring durability and versatility for every journey.

Available in a range of grades, including SR5, TRD Pro, TRD Sport, TRD Sport Premium, TRD Off-Road, TRD Off-Road Premium, Limited, all-new Platinum, and the all-new Trailhunter, the 2025 4Runner offers a choice of two powerful and efficient i-FORCE powertrains. The standard i-FORCE engine delivers 278 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque, while the i-FORCE MAX hybrid system ups the ante with 326 combined net horsepower and an impressive 465 lb-ft of torque. Both powertrains are paired with an advanced 8-speed automatic transmission for smooth performance on and off the road.

Designed for exploration, the 2025 4Runner offers advanced off-road capabilities, including available Multi-Terrain Select, Crawl Control, and an electronically locking rear differential. The all-new Trailhunter grade is purpose-built for overlanding, featuring suspension enhancements and off-road accessories straight from the factory.

The 2025 Toyota 4Runner has a starting MSRP of $40,770 for the SR5 grade, excluding the Delivery Processing and Handling fee. All prices are subject to change.

About Toyota
Toyota (NYSE: TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in North America for nearly 70 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our more than 1,800 dealerships.

Toyota directly employs more than 64,000 people in North America who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of nearly 49 million cars and trucks at our 14 manufacturing plants. By spring 2025, Toyota’s plant in North Carolina will begin to manufacture automotive batteries for electrified vehicles. With more electrified vehicles on the road than any other automaker, Toyota currently offers 31 electrified options.

For more information about Toyota, visit www.ToyotaNewsroom.com

Media Contacts:
Adam Lovelady
Toyota Motor North America
469-292-1740
Adam.lovelady@toyota.com

Kimberly Harms
Saatchi for Toyota
Kimberly.harms@saatchi.com

The spot, “Into the Wild,” captures the 4Runner conquering rugged terrain with playful forest creatures mirroring its spirit of exploration.

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CLEVELAND, April 7, 2025 – In celebration of KeyBank’s Bicentennial, the KeyBank Foundation is proud to announce a special grant program designed to strengthen Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) that play a critical role in advancing affordable housing and small business development. This milestone initiative reflects KeyBank’s enduring legacy of service, resilience, and commitment to fostering economic opportunity and strengthening communities.

Through this program, the KeyBank Foundation intends to award one $200,000 grant to an exemplary CDFI in each of KeyBank’s 27 markets. These grants will provide flexible funding to help CDFIs in achieving their broader mission – whether through expanding services, enhancing infrastructure, or deepening their community impact—ensuring long-term sustainability and continued support for underserved populations.

“CDFIs are at the heart of economic empowerment, creating pathways to homeownership, business growth, and financial stability in the communities that need it most,” said Eric Fiala, Chief Corporate Responsibility Officer at KeyBank and CEO of KeyBank Foundation. “As we celebrate two centuries of service, we are proud to support investing in organizations that share our mission of creating lasting, positive change in the communities we serve.”

To be eligible, applicants must:

  • Be a certified CDFI in good standing.
  • Operate as a nonprofit or for-profit CDFI headquartered in a KeyBank primary market.
  • Have a strong track record of advancing affordable housing and/or small business development.
  • Demonstrate the capacity to effectively manage and deploy grant funds in alignment with the Foundation’s goals.

For-profit CDFIs applicants should note that additional reporting requirements related to expenditure responsibility will be required if selected. 

Operating grants will provide flexible and unrestricted funding to support the broader purposes of:

  • Affordable housing: Expanding access to safe, affordable housing for underserved populations.
  • Small business development: Supporting the growth and sustainability of small businesses, particularly those owned by low-income entrepreneurs.

By offering flexible operating support, this grant is intended to enable CDFIs to apply funds strategically where they are needed most, fostering long-term growth, resilience, and impact.

CDFIs interested in applying must submit applications by May 16. More details, including how to apply and submission requirements can be found here.

ABOUT KEYBANK FOUNDATION 

KeyBank Foundation is a nonprofit charitable foundation that supports organizations and initiatives aimed at improving financial wellness, education, and community development. Through strategic philanthropy, KeyBank Foundation works to create thriving communities and drive meaningful, lasting change.

ABOUT KEYCORP

In 2025, KeyCorp celebrates its bicentennial, marking 200 years of service to clients and communities from Maine to Alaska. To learn more, visit KeyBank Heritage Center. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Key is one of the nation’s largest bank-based financial services companies, with assets of approximately $187 billion at December 31, 2024.

Key provides deposit, lending, cash management, and investment services to individuals and businesses in 15 states under the name KeyBank National Association through a network of approximately 1,000 branches and approximately 1,200 ATMs. Key also provides a broad range of sophisticated corporate and investment banking products, such as merger and acquisition advice, public and private debt and equity, syndications and derivatives to middle market companies in selected industries throughout the United States under the KeyBanc Capital Markets trade name. For more information, visit https://www.key.com/. KeyBank Member FDIC.

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Established CEO Brings Lifetime of Business Experience to Foundation

WASHINGTON, April 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Today, the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation (GWOTMF) announced that Jon Hammes, the founder of Hammes Company, will join the Foundation’s esteemed Board of Directors.

“I am honored to welcome Jon, a fellow Army Veteran whose expertise and experience is on par with our exceptional Board of Directors team,” said GWOTMF President and CEO Michael “Rod” Rodríguez. “His business acumen, coupled with his personal support and connection to our mission, elevates our organizational capability and furthers our goal to ensure all are honored in this first-of-its-kind Memorial.”

Jon is the founder of Hammes Company, a national real estate consulting, development, and investment firm. Before founding the Hammes platform in 1991, Jon was a Managing Partner at Trammell Crow Company.

He currently serves as a trustee and past chair of the Medical College of Wisconsin, a director of the George W. Bush Presidential Institute, a former trustee and chair of the State of Wisconsin Investment Board, an emeriti trustee for Marquette University, a past director of the University of Wisconsin Foundation, and a past chair and director of Teach for America.

About the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation 

Formed in 2015 by veterans, military spouses, and supportive Americans, the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) Memorial Foundation is the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization designated by Congress to lead the effort to plan, fund, and build a reverent and apolitical GWOT Memorial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Our sole mission is to construct an inclusive place of honor for both uniformed and non-uniformed personnel, as well as their families, who served and sacrificed as part of global counterterrorism operations since September 11th, 2001. The Memorial will be a place for Americans to honor, heal, be empowered, and unite. The Memorial will be entirely funded by donations; no federal government funding will be used. All donations are 100% tax deductible. Learn more by visiting our website. Follow our progress on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

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YUMA, Ariz., April 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — We Recycle Solar, Inc. and Renewables.org are launching an initiative for Earth Month 2025, making it easier and more rewarding for businesses to donate surplus, working solar panels and earn recycling credits in return. This new program helps solar asset owners, developers, independent power producers (IPPs), and manufacturers reduce disposal costs while supporting sustainable energy solutions that benefit global communities.

 

New Solar Panel Donation Program: A Win for Business and the Planet
Businesses can donate excess and receive recycling credits for future use. For every 10 panels donated, participants will earn one recycling credit, which can be applied toward future recycling services. This program offers businesses a cost-effective, sustainable solution while supporting responsible recycling practices through Renewables.org, which works on solar energy projects worldwide.

“We’re thrilled to continue our partnership with Renewables.org this Earth Month,” said Adam Saghei, CEO of We Recycle Solar. “By turning these solar panels into future recycling credits, we’re not just helping businesses save money—we’re accelerating the shift to a circular solar economy. This collaboration extends the life of solar technology and expands clean energy access to underserved communities.”

We Recycle Solar: Pioneering Responsible Solar Panel Management
We Recycle Solar is North America’s first and only vertically integrated organization focused on utility scale recycling and remarketing of excess, damaged, and end-of-life photovoltaic (PV) panels. The company aims to maximize the economic value of end-of-life panels, which are often landfilled, creating long-term environmental issues.

“With PV panel waste expected to exceed 78 million tons globally over the next 30 years, We Recycle Solar is positioned to enhance the U.S. solar value chain, ensuring that America remains a leader in the clean energy transition,” said AJ Orben, Vice President of We Recycle Solar. “Our goal is to make responsible solar panel management both easy and rewarding, while helping bring solar power to communities.”

Innovative Solutions to Maximize Sustainability
We Recycle Solar’s circular economy platform helps solar asset owners manage their panels responsibly and profitably. The company’s full-service decommissioning, proprietary data engine, and recycling processes ensure compliance with regulations while providing verified solutions for recycling and remarketing panels of all conditions.

Key services include:

  • Onsite Decommissioning: Full-service collection, shipping, and disposal of PV panels, inverters, racking, and other balance-of-plant elements.
  • Proprietary Data Engine: A database optimizing the recycling process by identifying the chemical and precious metal composition of secondary panels.
  • Remarketing and Resale Distribution: Maximizing the value of good-condition panels through We Recycle Solar’s global network.
  • Regulatory and ESG Assurance: Compliance with environmental regulations, providing visibility and data for companies’ Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting.

We Recycle Solar has recycled or remarketed hundreds of thousands of panels, diverting millions of pounds of waste from landfills. This initiative is part of their commitment to advancing sustainable energy practices.

A Partnership with Purpose
This marks the second year of We Recycle Solar’s partnership with Renewables.org, following a successful 2024 initiative focused on solar donations and recycling. The partnership demonstrates We Recycle Solar’s dedication to creating impactful, scalable solutions that foster both environmental and economic sustainability.

For more information on how businesses can benefit from the Earth Month Solar Panel Donation Program, visit https://werecyclesolar.com/earth-day-2025/ and view the initiative from last year here.

About We Recycle Solar, Inc.
We Recycle Solar, Inc., founded in 2019, is the first U.S. vertically integrated organization focused on recycling and remarketing end-of-life solar panels. The company’s mission is to build a sustainable renewable energy industry by maximizing the economic value of panels while ensuring environmental responsibility. To date, We Recycle Solar has diverted millions of pounds of waste from landfills through its innovative solutions.

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Las Vegas Sands

As part of Women’s History Month 2025, Sands is showcasing the insights of successful women throughout the company. Luísa de Bragança joined Sands China in 2017 as assistant general counsel and now serves as senior assistant general counsel.

De Bragança began her career at a law firm in Portugal and today oversees Sands China’s legal matters in several areas of Macao law, including gaming, banking and finance, company, real estate, intellectual property, tax, labor, tourism and licensing. She is an environmental and sustainability enthusiast and a member of the Sands ECO360 and ESG steering committees. Last year, she became chair of the ESG steering committee and a steering committee member for the EmpowHER Team Member resource group, which kicked off at Sands China in 2024.

What early experiences helped you build a successful career?

“I started my career in Portugal as a trainee in a major law firm and had the opportunity to work in all of the firm’s departments where I gained experience in most areas of law. As a trainee, I began with the basics and was tasked with preparing deeds and registrations and checking case files in court. I believe this is the best recipe for success in the legal field – starting with your sleeves rolled up, engaging in hands-on, foundational tasks and slowly progressing to roles that require more responsibility. It is essential to learn the basics at the beginning of your career, as this will help you better understand the bigger picture later on.

“After completing a master’s degree in commercial law with a focus on banking and finance, which became my main area of expertise, I joined a Macao law firm in 2001 and was tasked with a project that led me to where I am today – the first Macao gaming tender. I had the opportunity to represent one of the bidders. At this firm, I also had my first big victory in court. I was tasked to file an injunction and have it decided in just three days. When most said it would be impossible, I succeeded. This taught me a valuable lesson that I apply whenever needed, ‘The no is always guaranteed, but we can only get a yes if we try!’

“Throughout my career, I have been fortunate to be mentored by great lawyers, the first of which had a motto: ‘never complain, never explain.’ He never explained what he meant and said I would one day understand. As a young lawyer, this sounded nonsensical and even counterintuitive, but as the years went by, it began to make sense. If you feel the need to complain, you should have acted earlier; and if you feel the need to explain, it is because you failed to act in a timely manner. A good lawyer who anticipates needs and does the job will not have to complain or explain.”

What has been your journey at Sands China and helped you progress in your tenure?

“In 2003, I joined another Macao law firm as a junior partner and later became a senior partner specializing in financing transactions for the gaming sector. I acted as lead external counsel for gaming operators, including Sands China, in numerous financing deals.

“Becoming in-house counsel at Sands China was a smooth transition because I had worked with many of the teams as external counsel and had visited the offices frequently to attend meetings, perform due diligences and close transactions. At times, Sands China’s legal department was like my second office. Since joining the company, I have assisted in many key projects, including several financings and the 2022 gaming tender.

“In recent years, my mentor has been our general counsel, Dylan Williams, whose knowledge, legal instinct, and patience teach and inspire me every day – not just to be a better lawyer, but also to be a better person.

“What drives me to remain at Sands China are two primary factors: the people and the motivation. We are surrounded by amazing professionals who are all motivated to make this company the best in class across all aspects of our business.

“Our late chairman, Mr. Adelson, was a visionary. He saw the potential in Macao and turned a dream into reality – to bring Venice to Cotai. His vision led Sands China to become the largest integrated resort operator in Macao, and his motivation continues to inspire us today.”

What are your ideas for empowering women in their careers?

“I believe that for a woman to succeed, above all, she should maintain a healthy work-life balance. This principle applies to men as well, but for working mothers like me, it is particularly crucial. Especially when children are young, pursuing a career and maintaining a good work-life balance can be very challenging.

“To achieve a healthy work-life balance, wellness is key. Following a healthy diet, working out regularly, and making time for yourself will help you feel energized and motivated at work while allowing you to be present and content in your personal life. There will be times when you struggle, and you may occasionally lag in one of these areas, but strive to regain this balance as soon as possible, and it will pay off.”

“Another main recommendation is to never stop learning. As the saying goes, knowledge doesn’t take up space in the mind. Do not limit your learning to your field of expertise; step out of your comfort zone and try to learn something new every year.

“I have ventured into learning various things out of the legal field, from meditation to ESG and artificial intelligence, and I have gained invaluable insights, both personally and professionally. So, my advice is to challenge yourself regularly, try to learn something different, and think outside the box. The gratification is even more rewarding!

“Finally, in our journey toward excellence at Sands China, it is imperative that we embrace and celebrate diversity in our workplace. Diverse teams are proven to make better decisions, as they bring a rich tapestry of experiences and perspectives. When we include voices from various backgrounds, whether it’s gender, race, education or experiences, we open the door to innovative ideas and solutions that can better target the main markets we have been serving and also increase visitation from the foreign markets we are investing in.

“In EmpowHER, we are committed to empowering women in our company and promoting an environment in which everyone feels empowered to share their unique insights, resulting in a more dynamic and successful workplace. We will be launching initiatives and holding events from mentoring and training and development to wellness and work-life balance, so I invite all women at Sands China to join EmpowHER.”

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