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Monitoring and showcasing conservation and restoration projects have evolved significantly over the past two decades. From early field sampling using paper maps and film cameras to today’s drones, GIS, and interactive digital tools, practitioners have a wide range of options to collect, manage, and communicate data.

With all this change, how can companies select approaches that remain practical and scalable across different project types and site sizes? 

At an online event on January 21, 2026 at 1:00pm ET, specialists from Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) will share insights into field sampling and site monitoring, demonstrating how both formal and informal practices can be applied based on project goals. They will discuss where traditional methods still add value, particularly on smaller sites, while highlighting the capabilities of electronic data collection, GIS applications, and modern data management systems.

The session will also examine tools such as drones and AI for assessing large-scale habitats, along with effective ways to present data, from hard copy reports to interactive online platforms. Attendees will learn how tools like StoryMaps can turn project results into clear, engaging narratives for partners and the public.

This webinar emphasizes practical strategies for keeping monitoring efforts relevant and adaptable, whether you’re managing a single small site or overseeing a complex, landscape-scale initiative.

A brief Q&A will follow, offering participants the opportunity to engage directly with CEC’s team.

Highlights will include:

• How monitoring techniques have evolved over the past 20 years, from pre-GPS fieldwork to advanced digital systems
• The wide range of GIS applications available for monitoring, analysis, and communication
• When and how different monitoring practices work best for small versus large sites
• How drones and AI can support efficient assessment of large-scale habitats
• Effective ways to deliver and present data

Speakers:

• Kyle Filicky, Project Manager II, CEC
• Kate Gaglio, Project Manager II, CEC
• Christopher Langley, Senior GIS Analyst, CEC
• Sarah Lavin, GIS Analyst III, CEC
• Sara Small, GIS Analyst II, CEC

Learn more at https://tandemglobal.org/events/webinars/.

At Cisco and Splunk, we believe technology becomes truly transformative when it reaches the people solving our world’s toughest problems. That’s the principle behind the annual Splunkie Awards, where we recognize the partners and users across multiple categories — including those who push Splunk technology beyond business metrics into work that genuinely transforms how social impact organizations operate and serve their communities.

This year, bitsIO was named Splunk’s Social Impact Partner of the Year, marking the third time they have won a Splunkie Award. This recognition reflects years of dedicated work closing what we call the data divide: the gap that prevents nonprofits from accessing the same data-powered technology that major enterprises use to protect their operations and advance their missions.

“This award validates our team’s passion for using Splunk’s platform to create meaningful change. We remain committed to helping nonprofits and communities achieve their missions.”

– Kalpana Krishnamurthi, bitsIO Co-Founder and CEO

Delivering technical solutions tailored to nonprofit needs

Nonprofits operate complex systems that require managing sensitive donor data, coordinating services across multiple locations, and responding to evolving security threats. Most do so with minimal IT staff and constrained budgets. The challenge is particularly acute because the threats and compliance requirements nonprofits face are just as sophisticated as those confronting major enterprises.

bitsIO has built their practice delivering enterprise-grade Splunk services to corporations around the world, but they have also created a dedicated program to address the disparity facing the nonprofit sector. Under this program, bitsIO offers pro bono and discounted services to nonprofits, from initial setup and configuration to upgrades and ongoing technical support — all designed for organizations operating with constrained resources.

The technical work spans Splunk’s full ecosystem:

Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) and Security Essentials: Many nonprofits bitsIO works with gain real-time threat detection capabilities for the first time. Splunk transforms their security posture overnight, giving small teams the ability to detect, investigate, and respond to threats as they emerge.

Splunk IT Service Intelligence (ITSI): For resource-constrained IT teams, unified monitoring becomes essential for operational continuity. ITSI provides comprehensive environment visibility with intelligent alerts that enable proactive response.

Data Integration and Custom Dashboards: bitsIO builds custom data pipelines and dashboards that connect disparate sources into coherent insights, giving nonprofit leaders the visibility needed to make strategic decisions about programs, funding, and impact.

Every deployment prioritizes what matters most to these organizations — security, operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability — and the results are evident across the organizations bitsIO has supported:

• bitsIO supported one nonprofit’s open-source platform that accelerates drug discovery for infectious diseases affecting underserved populations, building dashboards that save hundreds of research hours annually.
• For another partner that coordinates organ and tissue donation, bitsIO unified security data from 12 sources and automated regulatory evidence packaging, streamlining healthcare cybersecurity operations.
• At a workforce development organization, bitsIO centralized logs and automated threat detection, freeing IT resources for mission-critical work.
• Working with a community healthcare coordination organization, bitsIO deployed proactive monitoring and real-time alerts across their Windows environment, accelerating threat detection and response.

Expanding access to next-generation AI

We’re at an inflection point where AI is reshaping what’s possible across every sector, but access remains unequal. bitsIO is working to change that trajectory, bringing Splunk’s latest AI capabilities — generative AI that enables faster incident response, machine learning models that can quickly parse insights from massive datasets, automated compliance systems that adapt to evolving regulations — to nonprofits as they’re developed.

“Our new AI solutions will help us scale services and empower more nonprofits than ever before,” said Suman Gajavelly, CTO and Co-Founder at bitsIO. “Being named Splunk’s 2025 Global Social Impact Partner of the Year is a tremendous recognition of our commitment to social impact.”

Cisco and Splunk are proud to partner with bitsIO in building toward a more equitable, data-driven world. Their work demonstrates how investment in mission-driven organizations creates the conditions for breakthroughs — and why closing the data divide matters for everyone.

Learn more about how we’re turning data into action — and action into impact — through bitsIO’s nonprofit services work here.

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At Cisco and Splunk, we believe technology becomes truly transformative when it reaches the people solving our world’s toughest problems. That’s the principle behind the annual Splunkie Awards, where we recognize the partners and users across multiple categories — including those who push Splunk technology beyond business metrics into work that genuinely transforms how social impact organizations operate and serve their communities.

This year, bitsIO was named Splunk’s Social Impact Partner of the Year, marking the third time they have won a Splunkie Award. This recognition reflects years of dedicated work closing what we call the data divide: the gap that prevents nonprofits from accessing the same data-powered technology that major enterprises use to protect their operations and advance their missions.

“This award validates our team’s passion for using Splunk’s platform to create meaningful change. We remain committed to helping nonprofits and communities achieve their missions.”

– Kalpana Krishnamurthi, bitsIO Co-Founder and CEO

Delivering technical solutions tailored to nonprofit needs

Nonprofits operate complex systems that require managing sensitive donor data, coordinating services across multiple locations, and responding to evolving security threats. Most do so with minimal IT staff and constrained budgets. The challenge is particularly acute because the threats and compliance requirements nonprofits face are just as sophisticated as those confronting major enterprises.

bitsIO has built their practice delivering enterprise-grade Splunk services to corporations around the world, but they have also created a dedicated program to address the disparity facing the nonprofit sector. Under this program, bitsIO offers pro bono and discounted services to nonprofits, from initial setup and configuration to upgrades and ongoing technical support — all designed for organizations operating with constrained resources.

The technical work spans Splunk’s full ecosystem:

Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) and Security Essentials: Many nonprofits bitsIO works with gain real-time threat detection capabilities for the first time. Splunk transforms their security posture overnight, giving small teams the ability to detect, investigate, and respond to threats as they emerge.

Splunk IT Service Intelligence (ITSI): For resource-constrained IT teams, unified monitoring becomes essential for operational continuity. ITSI provides comprehensive environment visibility with intelligent alerts that enable proactive response.

Data Integration and Custom Dashboards: bitsIO builds custom data pipelines and dashboards that connect disparate sources into coherent insights, giving nonprofit leaders the visibility needed to make strategic decisions about programs, funding, and impact.

Every deployment prioritizes what matters most to these organizations — security, operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability — and the results are evident across the organizations bitsIO has supported:

• bitsIO supported one nonprofit’s open-source platform that accelerates drug discovery for infectious diseases affecting underserved populations, building dashboards that save hundreds of research hours annually.
• For another partner that coordinates organ and tissue donation, bitsIO unified security data from 12 sources and automated regulatory evidence packaging, streamlining healthcare cybersecurity operations.
• At a workforce development organization, bitsIO centralized logs and automated threat detection, freeing IT resources for mission-critical work.
• Working with a community healthcare coordination organization, bitsIO deployed proactive monitoring and real-time alerts across their Windows environment, accelerating threat detection and response.

Expanding access to next-generation AI

We’re at an inflection point where AI is reshaping what’s possible across every sector, but access remains unequal. bitsIO is working to change that trajectory, bringing Splunk’s latest AI capabilities — generative AI that enables faster incident response, machine learning models that can quickly parse insights from massive datasets, automated compliance systems that adapt to evolving regulations — to nonprofits as they’re developed.

“Our new AI solutions will help us scale services and empower more nonprofits than ever before,” said Suman Gajavelly, CTO and Co-Founder at bitsIO. “Being named Splunk’s 2025 Global Social Impact Partner of the Year is a tremendous recognition of our commitment to social impact.”

Cisco and Splunk are proud to partner with bitsIO in building toward a more equitable, data-driven world. Their work demonstrates how investment in mission-driven organizations creates the conditions for breakthroughs — and why closing the data divide matters for everyone.

Learn more about how we’re turning data into action — and action into impact — through bitsIO’s nonprofit services work here.

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Complimentary Webinar:

From Diamonds to Gemstones: Important Proposed Updates to the SCS-007 Certification Standard

Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 10:00 AM PST (1:00 PM EST)

Register Here

The SCS-007 Certification Standard for Sustainably Produced Gemstones, originally introduced in 2020 as the Certification Standard for Sustainability Rated Diamonds, provides a uniform basis for assessing and certifying environmentally and socially responsible gemstone production and handling. Draft version 2.0 encompassing significant updates is now available for public review through January 30, 2026.

Join Victoria Norman, Executive Director and Rachel Boothby-Hentschel, Senior Associate, of SCS Standards and Assurance Systems on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 1PM ET (10AM PT) for a comprehensive update on this timely certification standard.

Key topics to be discussed:

• Additional gemstones covered under the revised standard
• Recognition of the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA) certification for mined gemstones within the scope of the standard
• Proposal to replace requirements for fingerprinting conformity testing with blockchain technology for gemstone traceability
• Trailblazer categories for indicators that promote best practices, such as the use of 100% renewable electricity

Register Here

Complimentary Webinar:

From Diamonds to Gemstones: Important Proposed Updates to the SCS-007 Certification Standard

Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 10:00 AM PST (1:00 PM EST)

Register Here

The SCS-007 Certification Standard for Sustainably Produced Gemstones, originally introduced in 2020 as the Certification Standard for Sustainability Rated Diamonds, provides a uniform basis for assessing and certifying environmentally and socially responsible gemstone production and handling. Draft version 2.0 encompassing significant updates is now available for public review through January 30, 2026.

Join Victoria Norman, Executive Director and Rachel Boothby-Hentschel, Senior Associate, of SCS Standards and Assurance Systems on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 1PM ET (10AM PT) for a comprehensive update on this timely certification standard.

Key topics to be discussed:

• Additional gemstones covered under the revised standard
• Recognition of the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA) certification for mined gemstones within the scope of the standard
• Proposal to replace requirements for fingerprinting conformity testing with blockchain technology for gemstone traceability
• Trailblazer categories for indicators that promote best practices, such as the use of 100% renewable electricity

Register Here

LAS VEGAS, January 7, 2026 /3BL/ – At CES^® 2026, LG Electronics reaffirmed its global circularity goals, outlining measurable progress and underscoring its commitment to embedding circular economy principles across the entire product lifecycle. Supporting its “Better Life for All” ESG vision, LG is focusing on innovation, partnerships and consumer engagement to help reduce environmental impact while delivering long-term value to customers and society.

LG’s circularity mission was spotlighted today at a CES circularity session that explored the future of sustainable design, responsible resource use and cross-industry collaboration. The lively panel discussion reflected LG’s belief that meaningful progress toward a circular economy requires coordinated action across technology, policy, business and consumer behavior.

“Circularity is not a single initiative; it’s a system-wide transformation,” said LG Electronics USA Senior Vice President John I. Taylor, reinforcing the company’s role as a catalyst for change in building a more sustainable, circular future. “Through innovation, collaboration and transparent goals, LG is committed to the transition to a circular economy while delivering on our ESG commitments and our Better Life for All vision.”

Addressing Barriers to Circularity

While momentum around circularity is accelerating globally, LG recognizes that challenges remain. Among the most significant barriers is cost. Depending on material type, recycled or next-generation materials are typically 10-20 percent more expensive than conventional alternatives, impacting competitiveness. LG is investing in technology development and scaling up to help close this gap and make sustainable choices more accessible.

Consumer awareness also plays a critical role. LG is strengthening education and communication to encourage customers to take part in used product and packaging collection initiatives, providing clear guidance on how and where products can be returned and recycled responsibly.

Clear Targets, Measurable Progress Toward 2030

LG has set ambitious, transparent goals to advance circularity by 2030. The company aims to apply 600,000 tons of recycled plastics across its products by 2030, building on strong momentum with 188,000 tons already utilized as of 2024. In the same timeframe, LG targets the collection of 8 million tons of waste globally, having already surpassed 5.01 million tons cumulatively since 2006.

These commitments are supported by a comprehensive resource circulation system spanning four stages—Production, Use, Distribution and Disposal—each delivering tangible result:

• Production: Scaling Recycled and Eco-Friendly Materials. In 2024, LG used 74,079 tons of recycled plastics, representing a 36 percent year-over-year increase. To achieve its 2030 target, the company is expanding the use of recycled plastics to include exterior product components, supported by material innovation and quality assurance.

  LG is also accelerating the adoption of pulp mold packaging to replace conventional expanded polystyrene. An industry-first pulp mold technology developed by LG can withstand loads exceeding 44 pounds and is now used as cushioning for medium-sized products such as air purifiers and soundbars, reducing plastic consumption while maintaining product protection.

• Use: Extending Product Lifespan Through New Business Models. LG’s growing subscription business in South Korea is redefining product use by combining convenience with sustainability. Beyond rental, professional care managers provide regular maintenance, cleaning and replacement of consumable parts, extending products’ lifespan.

  Complementing this approach, LG’s “ThinQ UP” appliances, which allow customers to add new features via software updates after purchase, have recorded more than 20 million cumulative global upgrade actions. This innovation reduces premature replacement, enhances customer satisfaction and maximizes product value over time.

• Distribution: Sustainable Packaging and Closed-Loop Logistics. Across distribution, LG is transitioning to plastic-free packaging for small appliances, with internal cushioning materials being converted to pulp and corrugated cardboard to improve recyclability. The company is also expanding closed-loop recycling at logistics sites, collecting waste stretch film and recycling it into new logistics film, reducing virgin plastic use and operational waste.
• Disposal: Advancing Global E-Waste Collection and Responsible Recycling. LG continues to expand its global e-waste collection efforts. In 2024 alone, the company conducted collection campaigns in 56 countries, gathering 532,630 tons of waste electronics. Initiatives such as the “Battery Turn” campaign enable the recovery of valuable metals, including nickel and lithium, from used cordless vacuum batteries, while partnerships with organizations such as E-Circulation Governance provide free home collection services.

Taylor said the establishment of a circular economy is essential—and expected to become even more critical—for addressing resource depletion, protecting the planet and securing sustainable economic growth. In 2026 and beyond, the company’s Circularity Team is advancing high-strength pulp molds, high-content EPS alternatives, material-specific circular systems and component collection campaigns to support long-term impact.

# # #

About LG Electronics USA

LG Electronics USA Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics Inc., a smart life solutions company with annual global revenues of more than $60 billion. In the United States, LG sells a wide range of innovative home appliances, home entertainment products, commercial displays, air conditioning systems and vehicle components. LG is an 11-time ENERGY STAR^® Partner of the Year. www.LG.com

Media Contact:

LG Electronics USA
Kimberly Regillio
kim.regillio@lge.com
+1 815 355 0509

LAS VEGAS, January 7, 2026 /3BL/ – At CES^® 2026, LG Electronics reaffirmed its global circularity goals, outlining measurable progress and underscoring its commitment to embedding circular economy principles across the entire product lifecycle. Supporting its “Better Life for All” ESG vision, LG is focusing on innovation, partnerships and consumer engagement to help reduce environmental impact while delivering long-term value to customers and society.

LG’s circularity mission was spotlighted today at a CES circularity session that explored the future of sustainable design, responsible resource use and cross-industry collaboration. The lively panel discussion reflected LG’s belief that meaningful progress toward a circular economy requires coordinated action across technology, policy, business and consumer behavior.

“Circularity is not a single initiative; it’s a system-wide transformation,” said LG Electronics USA Senior Vice President John I. Taylor, reinforcing the company’s role as a catalyst for change in building a more sustainable, circular future. “Through innovation, collaboration and transparent goals, LG is committed to the transition to a circular economy while delivering on our ESG commitments and our Better Life for All vision.”

Addressing Barriers to Circularity

While momentum around circularity is accelerating globally, LG recognizes that challenges remain. Among the most significant barriers is cost. Depending on material type, recycled or next-generation materials are typically 10-20 percent more expensive than conventional alternatives, impacting competitiveness. LG is investing in technology development and scaling up to help close this gap and make sustainable choices more accessible.

Consumer awareness also plays a critical role. LG is strengthening education and communication to encourage customers to take part in used product and packaging collection initiatives, providing clear guidance on how and where products can be returned and recycled responsibly.

Clear Targets, Measurable Progress Toward 2030

LG has set ambitious, transparent goals to advance circularity by 2030. The company aims to apply 600,000 tons of recycled plastics across its products by 2030, building on strong momentum with 188,000 tons already utilized as of 2024. In the same timeframe, LG targets the collection of 8 million tons of waste globally, having already surpassed 5.01 million tons cumulatively since 2006.

These commitments are supported by a comprehensive resource circulation system spanning four stages—Production, Use, Distribution and Disposal—each delivering tangible result:

• Production: Scaling Recycled and Eco-Friendly Materials. In 2024, LG used 74,079 tons of recycled plastics, representing a 36 percent year-over-year increase. To achieve its 2030 target, the company is expanding the use of recycled plastics to include exterior product components, supported by material innovation and quality assurance.

  LG is also accelerating the adoption of pulp mold packaging to replace conventional expanded polystyrene. An industry-first pulp mold technology developed by LG can withstand loads exceeding 44 pounds and is now used as cushioning for medium-sized products such as air purifiers and soundbars, reducing plastic consumption while maintaining product protection.

• Use: Extending Product Lifespan Through New Business Models. LG’s growing subscription business in South Korea is redefining product use by combining convenience with sustainability. Beyond rental, professional care managers provide regular maintenance, cleaning and replacement of consumable parts, extending products’ lifespan.

  Complementing this approach, LG’s “ThinQ UP” appliances, which allow customers to add new features via software updates after purchase, have recorded more than 20 million cumulative global upgrade actions. This innovation reduces premature replacement, enhances customer satisfaction and maximizes product value over time.

• Distribution: Sustainable Packaging and Closed-Loop Logistics. Across distribution, LG is transitioning to plastic-free packaging for small appliances, with internal cushioning materials being converted to pulp and corrugated cardboard to improve recyclability. The company is also expanding closed-loop recycling at logistics sites, collecting waste stretch film and recycling it into new logistics film, reducing virgin plastic use and operational waste.
• Disposal: Advancing Global E-Waste Collection and Responsible Recycling. LG continues to expand its global e-waste collection efforts. In 2024 alone, the company conducted collection campaigns in 56 countries, gathering 532,630 tons of waste electronics. Initiatives such as the “Battery Turn” campaign enable the recovery of valuable metals, including nickel and lithium, from used cordless vacuum batteries, while partnerships with organizations such as E-Circulation Governance provide free home collection services.

Taylor said the establishment of a circular economy is essential—and expected to become even more critical—for addressing resource depletion, protecting the planet and securing sustainable economic growth. In 2026 and beyond, the company’s Circularity Team is advancing high-strength pulp molds, high-content EPS alternatives, material-specific circular systems and component collection campaigns to support long-term impact.

# # #

About LG Electronics USA

LG Electronics USA Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics Inc., a smart life solutions company with annual global revenues of more than $60 billion. In the United States, LG sells a wide range of innovative home appliances, home entertainment products, commercial displays, air conditioning systems and vehicle components. LG is an 11-time ENERGY STAR^® Partner of the Year. www.LG.com

Media Contact:

LG Electronics USA
Kimberly Regillio
kim.regillio@lge.com
+1 815 355 0509

AEG’s Season of Giving, now in its 15th year, continues as a nationwide initiative empowering employees to give back and uplift families across the country. What began as a simple idea has grown into a tradition of service, generosity, and community impact.

This year, AEG’s Season of Giving reached more cities than ever, with employees volunteering and supporting local communities through a focus on addressing hunger relief hosting volunteer service days, and hosting food, toy and essential item drives. Their efforts reflect a shared commitment to spreading cheer and supporting our local communities, one act of kindness at a time.

“AEG’s Season of Giving is a reflection of who we are as a company,” said Anette Padilla, Sr. Director of AEG’s Community Foundation and Social Impact. “Every meal served, every item collected, and hour volunteered made a difference. Our employees didn’t just give; they created moments families will cherish long after the holidays.”

Highlights from this year’s Season of Giving include:

• Hunger Relief Efforts: 10 cities participated in supporting their local food banks, serving meals and hosting food collection drives that collected hundreds of pounds of food.
• Holiday Celebration at L.A. LIVE: More than 350 children and family members enjoyed ice skating at the LA Kings Holiday Ice rink and a private screening of Zootopia® 2 at Regal Cinemas.
• Toy Drives: Bi-costal toy drives at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, CA, and Forrest Hills Stadium in Queens, NY, collected over 3,000 new toys for local youth.
• Adopt-a-Family Program: Holiday support extended to more than 30 Los Angeles-area families.

Through Season of Giving, AEG continues to amplify its social impact by empowering employees to support causes close to home. Learn more about AEG’s community initiatives here.

CHARLOTTE, N.C., January 7, 2026 /3BL/ — Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE: TFC) announced the launch of electronic direct deposit switching capabilities to the Truist client digital onboarding process, further enhancing the ease and speed of opening new accounts.

Developed in partnership with Atomic, this new capability is fully embedded into Truist’s digital account opening process, allowing clients to easily transfer direct deposits from other accounts. Since its launch in August, 19% of new digital account applicants that engaged with the feature officially made the switch.

“With a faster and more intuitive onboarding experience, we’re empowering clients with the flexibility to quickly and easily choose Truist as their primary financial partner,” said Truist Head of Digital, Client Experience and Marketing Sherry Graziano. “Whether clients prefer digital, in-branch or over-the-phone, we’re providing the flexibility and tools to pursue financial goals in a way that works for them.”

The announcement builds on Truist’s ongoing series of investments to create an experience that is digitally empowered and deeply relational to help clients achieve financial success. Some of these include:

• New insights-driven branches: As announced in August, over the next five years, Truist is building 100 new insights-driven branches, renovating more than 300 branches in high opportunity markets and hiring additional Premier advisors to serve clients with more complex financial needs.
• Enhanced digital tools and capabilities: These include smarter scheduling for appointments, a more intuitive account opening process with onboarding self-service capabilities and access to digital planning and tracking tools for financial empowerment.
• Truist Assist: An AI-enhanced digital assistant that helps clients quickly get answers to the most asked questions with the option of being seamlessly transferred to a teammate, now averaging up to 440,000 conversations per month.
• Truist Insights: An AI-enhanced tool providing clients with more than 550 million personalized, real-time financial insights per year to help with cash-flow summaries, income and expense analysis, proactive balance monitoring and more.
• LightStream: Offering the award-winning LightStream unsecured lending solution through Truist.com and as part of the branch experience.
• Payments enhancements: Additional client capabilities for real-time payments, Zelle^®, Bill Pay and digital money transfers.
• Truist Client Pulse: A patent-pending AI tool currently being piloted to aggregate client feedback across millions of conversations to deliver holistic insights and trend analysis to quickly identify and address client behaviors and challenges.

To learn more about Truist’s banking solutions, visit www.truist.com/checking/truist-one-banking.

About Truist

Truist Financial Corporation is a purpose-driven financial services company committed to inspiring and building better lives and communities. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Truist has leading market share in many of the high-growth markets in the U.S. and offers a wide range of products and services through wholesale and consumer businesses, including consumer and small business banking, commercial and corporate banking, investment banking and capital markets, wealth management, payments, and specialized lending businesses. Truist is a top-10 commercial bank with total assets of $544 billion as of Sept. 30, 2025. Truist Bank, Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender. Learn more at Truist.com.

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A collaborative pilot creates an ecosystem of support advancing health equity in underserved communities.

For one Atlanta mother, Erika, there was no celebration when she discovered she was pregnant.

She had no family support. No one to call with questions. She navigated it alone while working and managing medical appointments she couldn’t always afford — or get to.

“I was battling really, really, really, really hard,” said Erika. “I didn’t have anywhere to turn.”

Her experience isn’t unique. Across the United States:

• More than 80% of pregnancy-related deaths are preventable
• Nearly 1 in 5 pregnant women experience mood and anxiety disorders during pregnancy, which can increase the risk of preterm birth by up to 50%

But the crisis isn’t just medical. It’s a breakdown in how we think about care itself.

Health care operates in silos. A doctor treats medical symptoms. A social worker might offer referrals. Things like transportation, food security, housing stability and mental health support, while essential to individual health and wellbeing, aren’t typically included. Yet these needs shape whether someone can access and follow through on care in the first place. When they aren’t addressed, the burden falls on individuals, leaving them to navigate a maze of fragmented services alone while facing the very barriers those services are meant to solve.

“Some people just need a hand up,” Miryah, an Atlanta mother enrolled in the program, said simply.

What if health care could be something different?

A coordinated ecosystem of support

A groundbreaking two-year pilot launching in Atlanta is working to answer that question. Developed by the AbbVie Foundation and CARE in partnership with Morehouse School of Medicine, Lyft and the Atlanta Community Food Bank, the initiative creates something health care rarely achieves: a coordinated ecosystem of support.

Continue reading the full article on care.org.

Originally published on AbbVie.com