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CHARLESTON, S.C., February 24, 2026 /3BL/ – The City of Charleston in partnership with the national Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund (CFE Fund) announced the grand opening of Charleston’s Financial Empowerment Center (FEC), offering professional, one-on-one financial counseling and coaching as a free public service to the local community.

At the Charleston FEC, professionally trained financial counselors help individuals and families with low and moderate incomes manage their finances, pay down debt, increase savings, establish and build credit, protect assets, prepare for legacy planning and access safe and affordable mainstream banking products.

At the core of the FEC model is the integration of counseling into other social services, such as housing and foreclosure prevention, workforce development, benefits access, domestic violence services, and more. Charleston FEC services are offered to the public through close partnership with local nonprofit, Increasing HOPE, an established financial training center with over 20 years of experience in the community. Residents can access Charleston FEC services by visiting www.Charleston-sc.gov/FEC. The national FEC initiative is funded by a $1 million grant from the Wells Fargo Foundation, along with support from other generous partners.

“At Wells Fargo, we are committed to opening pathways to economic advancement and helping to build stronger communities,” said Kristy Fercho, Head of Financial Inclusion and Opportunity at Wells Fargo. “Our support of Charleston’s Financial Empowerment Center is a tangible way to help individuals and families strengthen their financial futures.”

“Local leaders know first-hand the connection between family financial stability and community financial stability – and this connection is especially important during the current crisis,” said Jonathan Mintz, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund. “Mayor Cogswell and the City of Charleston is part of a growing national movement to bring free, high-quality financial counseling as a public service to their residents; we are proud to partner with Mayor Cogswell to help residents work towards a stronger financial future.”

About the FEC Movement

First piloted in New York City under Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg in 2008, FECs across the country have worked with over 200,000 clients, helping them reduce individual debt by over $344 million, and increasing their families’ savings by more than $69 million. In addition, a CFE Fund evaluation showed that this program works even for residents with very low incomes and other complex financial challenges. The City of Charleston is one of over two dozen local governments working to launch a local FEC initiative. The Charleston FEC is supported by the CFE Fund, Wells Fargo, JP Morgan Chase, and Pinnacle Financial.

About the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund (CFE Fund)

The CFE Fund supports municipal efforts to improve the financial stability of households by leveraging opportunities unique to local government. By translating cutting edge experience with large scale programs, research, and policy in cities of all sizes, the CFE Fund assists mayors and other local leaders to identify, develop, fund, implement, and research pilots and programs that help families build assets and make the most of their financial resources. The CFE Fund is currently working in over 150 cities and counties, and has disbursed over $75 million to city governments and their partners to support these efforts. For more information, please visit www.cfefund.org or follow us on Twitter at @CFEFund.

For further information, please contact Macy Adams at adamsm@charleston-sc.gov.

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DETROIT, February 24, 2026 /3BL/ – Comcast announced it has awarded a $50,000 grant to St. Patrick Senior Center, Detroit’s largest community organization dedicated to supporting the health and wellness of adults over the age of 55.

The grant will enhance St. Patrick Senior Center’s Digital Technology Program, which helps older adults build confidence and skills to navigate today’s digital world. The program provides training in basic digital literacy, job readiness, and access to essential online resources, while introducing immersive experiences that foster social connections.

“Technology is no longer a luxury — it’s a lifeline for many of our residents,” said SaTrice Coleman-Betts, Executive Director of St. Patrick Senior Center. “This grant from Comcast will enable us to empower older adults with the digital skills they need to stay connected, access critical resources, and explore new opportunities. Together, we’re breaking down barriers and ensuring that age is never a limitation to learning or thriving in a digital world.”

Open to Detroit and surrounding communities, the program serves residents aged 55 and older and offers instruction on staying socially connected, accessing benefits and basic needs resources, preparing for employment opportunities, and using mobile technology. Participants also gain knowledge about broadband services and access to updated devices.

“Comcast has deep roots in Detroit, and we’re committed to investing in programs that strengthen this community,” said Ben Miller, Executive Director of Government and Community Affairs for Comcast Michigan. “Our partnership with St. Patrick Senior Center reflects that commitment —helping older adults gain the digital skills they need to stay connected, access vital resources, and embrace new opportunities. Together, we’re building a more connected Detroit for generations to come.”

This grant is a part of Project UP, Comcast’s $1 billion commitment to expand internet access, deliver digital skills training, and drive economic mobility.

About St. Patrick Senior Center
St. Patrick Senior Center is Detroit’s largest health and wellness center for older adults. Located in Midtown, over 3,300 older adults from Detroit and the surrounding communities receive services to support them aging in place. Recognizing digital literacy and adoption is essential, St. Patrick Senior Center’s services are offered at over five community sites and increases immersive experiences such as virtual reality to help keep them connected to the digital world.

About Comcast Corporation 
Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information.

DETROIT, February 24, 2026 /3BL/ – Comcast announced it has awarded a $50,000 grant to St. Patrick Senior Center, Detroit’s largest community organization dedicated to supporting the health and wellness of adults over the age of 55.

The grant will enhance St. Patrick Senior Center’s Digital Technology Program, which helps older adults build confidence and skills to navigate today’s digital world. The program provides training in basic digital literacy, job readiness, and access to essential online resources, while introducing immersive experiences that foster social connections.

“Technology is no longer a luxury — it’s a lifeline for many of our residents,” said SaTrice Coleman-Betts, Executive Director of St. Patrick Senior Center. “This grant from Comcast will enable us to empower older adults with the digital skills they need to stay connected, access critical resources, and explore new opportunities. Together, we’re breaking down barriers and ensuring that age is never a limitation to learning or thriving in a digital world.”

Open to Detroit and surrounding communities, the program serves residents aged 55 and older and offers instruction on staying socially connected, accessing benefits and basic needs resources, preparing for employment opportunities, and using mobile technology. Participants also gain knowledge about broadband services and access to updated devices.

“Comcast has deep roots in Detroit, and we’re committed to investing in programs that strengthen this community,” said Ben Miller, Executive Director of Government and Community Affairs for Comcast Michigan. “Our partnership with St. Patrick Senior Center reflects that commitment —helping older adults gain the digital skills they need to stay connected, access vital resources, and embrace new opportunities. Together, we’re building a more connected Detroit for generations to come.”

This grant is a part of Project UP, Comcast’s $1 billion commitment to expand internet access, deliver digital skills training, and drive economic mobility.

About St. Patrick Senior Center
St. Patrick Senior Center is Detroit’s largest health and wellness center for older adults. Located in Midtown, over 3,300 older adults from Detroit and the surrounding communities receive services to support them aging in place. Recognizing digital literacy and adoption is essential, St. Patrick Senior Center’s services are offered at over five community sites and increases immersive experiences such as virtual reality to help keep them connected to the digital world.

About Comcast Corporation 
Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information.

Las Vegas Sands

In 2025, our people strategy was recognised through 32 awards and accolades in Macao, across Greater China and internationally.

It’s been a year of practical innovation: new Child Care Leave, enhanced Parenthood Support Shifts, and AI-powered health screening tools, all designed to support our Team Members for the long term.

Through student placements, career insight initiatives and our graduate programmes, we’re helping to develop talent across the wider community too.

About Sands China Ltd.

Sands China Ltd. (Sands China or the Company) is incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability and is listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKEx: 1928). Sands China is the largest operator of integrated resorts in Macao. The Company’s integrated resorts on the Cotai Strip comprise The Venetian® Macao, The Plaza® Macao, The Parisian® Macao and The Londoner Macao®. The Company also owns and operates Sands® Macao on the Macao peninsula. The Company’s portfolio features a diversified mix of leisure and business attractions and transportation operations, including large meeting and convention facilities; a wide range of restaurants; shopping malls; world-class entertainment at The Venetian Arena, The Londoner Arena, The Venetian Theatre, The Parisian Theatre, the Londoner Theatre and the Sands Theatre; and a high-speed Cotai Water Jet ferry service between Hong Kong and Macao. The Company’s Cotai Strip portfolio has the goal of contributing to Macao’s transformation into a world centre of tourism and leisure. Sands China is a subsidiary of global resort developer Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS).

For more information, please visit www.sandschina.com.

Las Vegas Sands

In 2025, our people strategy was recognised through 32 awards and accolades in Macao, across Greater China and internationally.

It’s been a year of practical innovation: new Child Care Leave, enhanced Parenthood Support Shifts, and AI-powered health screening tools, all designed to support our Team Members for the long term.

Through student placements, career insight initiatives and our graduate programmes, we’re helping to develop talent across the wider community too.

About Sands China Ltd.

Sands China Ltd. (Sands China or the Company) is incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability and is listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKEx: 1928). Sands China is the largest operator of integrated resorts in Macao. The Company’s integrated resorts on the Cotai Strip comprise The Venetian® Macao, The Plaza® Macao, The Parisian® Macao and The Londoner Macao®. The Company also owns and operates Sands® Macao on the Macao peninsula. The Company’s portfolio features a diversified mix of leisure and business attractions and transportation operations, including large meeting and convention facilities; a wide range of restaurants; shopping malls; world-class entertainment at The Venetian Arena, The Londoner Arena, The Venetian Theatre, The Parisian Theatre, the Londoner Theatre and the Sands Theatre; and a high-speed Cotai Water Jet ferry service between Hong Kong and Macao. The Company’s Cotai Strip portfolio has the goal of contributing to Macao’s transformation into a world centre of tourism and leisure. Sands China is a subsidiary of global resort developer Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS).

For more information, please visit www.sandschina.com.

Las Vegas Sands

In 2025, our people strategy was recognised through 32 awards and accolades in Macao, across Greater China and internationally.

It’s been a year of practical innovation: new Child Care Leave, enhanced Parenthood Support Shifts, and AI-powered health screening tools, all designed to support our Team Members for the long term.

Through student placements, career insight initiatives and our graduate programmes, we’re helping to develop talent across the wider community too.

About Sands China Ltd.

Sands China Ltd. (Sands China or the Company) is incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability and is listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKEx: 1928). Sands China is the largest operator of integrated resorts in Macao. The Company’s integrated resorts on the Cotai Strip comprise The Venetian® Macao, The Plaza® Macao, The Parisian® Macao and The Londoner Macao®. The Company also owns and operates Sands® Macao on the Macao peninsula. The Company’s portfolio features a diversified mix of leisure and business attractions and transportation operations, including large meeting and convention facilities; a wide range of restaurants; shopping malls; world-class entertainment at The Venetian Arena, The Londoner Arena, The Venetian Theatre, The Parisian Theatre, the Londoner Theatre and the Sands Theatre; and a high-speed Cotai Water Jet ferry service between Hong Kong and Macao. The Company’s Cotai Strip portfolio has the goal of contributing to Macao’s transformation into a world centre of tourism and leisure. Sands China is a subsidiary of global resort developer Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS).

For more information, please visit www.sandschina.com.

Las Vegas Sands

In 2025, our people strategy was recognised through 32 awards and accolades in Macao, across Greater China and internationally.

It’s been a year of practical innovation: new Child Care Leave, enhanced Parenthood Support Shifts, and AI-powered health screening tools, all designed to support our Team Members for the long term.

Through student placements, career insight initiatives and our graduate programmes, we’re helping to develop talent across the wider community too.

About Sands China Ltd.

Sands China Ltd. (Sands China or the Company) is incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability and is listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKEx: 1928). Sands China is the largest operator of integrated resorts in Macao. The Company’s integrated resorts on the Cotai Strip comprise The Venetian® Macao, The Plaza® Macao, The Parisian® Macao and The Londoner Macao®. The Company also owns and operates Sands® Macao on the Macao peninsula. The Company’s portfolio features a diversified mix of leisure and business attractions and transportation operations, including large meeting and convention facilities; a wide range of restaurants; shopping malls; world-class entertainment at The Venetian Arena, The Londoner Arena, The Venetian Theatre, The Parisian Theatre, the Londoner Theatre and the Sands Theatre; and a high-speed Cotai Water Jet ferry service between Hong Kong and Macao. The Company’s Cotai Strip portfolio has the goal of contributing to Macao’s transformation into a world centre of tourism and leisure. Sands China is a subsidiary of global resort developer Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS).

For more information, please visit www.sandschina.com.

Cascale has wrapped Season 3 of its “Source of Good” podcast, a nine-episode season that featured industry leaders working to advance decent work and climate action across the consumer goods supply chain.

With a thematic focus on the people and practices behind sustainability, the season explored what it takes to protect workers’ rights, strengthen human rights due diligence, improve purchasing practices, and build resilient, fair supply chains. Each episode offered a holistic lens on how collaborative actions directly support efforts to combat climate change.

Season 3 also explored how industry-aligned tools and shared frameworks can help translate commitments into action — supporting common expectations, more consistent supplier engagement, and progress that can be measured over time. The season referenced Cascale’s Higg Index tools, exclusively available on Worldly, and Better Buying surveys, which Cascale acquired in 2025, as examples of how standardized data, benchmarking, and supplier feedback can help organizations align efforts across the value chain.

This season brought together experts spanning human rights, responsible purchasing, transparency, investment, circularity, and supplier engagement — featuring conversations with leaders from the Institute for Human Rights and Business (IHRB), Retraced, UNIQLO, Fair Wear, Good Fashion Fund, REI Co-op, ERALDA, and more.

Episodes included:

• There’s No Sustainability without Workers’ Rights feat. John Morrison, CEO, Institute for Human Rights and Business (IHRB)
• Transparency Never Goes Out of Style with Retraced feat. Lukas Puender, Co-Founder, Retraced
• Better Buying: From Research to Reform with Dr. Marsha Dickson and Under Armour
• How UNIQLO Built Decent Work Into Its DNA feat. Eshan Chan, Supply Chain Sustainability Manager, Fast Retailing
• Due Diligence in Practice with Fair Wear and Mammut feat. Annabel Meurs, Executive Director, Fair Wear
• Invest Where It Matters with Good Fashion Fund and Pratibha Syntex feat. Jayanth Kashyap, Investment Lead, Good Fashion Fund
• Built to Last—and Love with REI and Ambercycle feat. Greg Gausewitz, Senior Manager of Sustainability, REI Co-op
• Meeting Suppliers Where They Are with ERALDA and Eileen Fisher feat. David Forsgate, Chief Representative Officer, ERALDA,
• Sustainability Needs a Different Angle feat. Anne-Laure Descours, Board member at Gildan and former Chief Sourcing Officer, Puma

“Source of Good” is a co-production of award-winning producer Hueman Group Media and Cascale, a global nonprofit alliance empowering collaboration to drive equitable and restorative business practices in the consumer goods industry. The podcast is hosted by Rachel Lincoln Sarnoff, Cascale’s communications director and a former journalist.

Since its debut in September 2024, “Source of Good” has released nearly 30 episodes featuring industry experts and leaders working across climate action, transparency, circularity, and decent work. Guests to date have included author and Cascale co-founder Rick Ridgeway, as well as leaders from organizations such as Recover, Brooks Running, Lenzing, Sappi, Dunelm, Nobody’s Child, the Apparel Impact Institute (Aii), PrimaLoft, Tapestry, ITL, Ren Energy, Hirdaramani, Elevate Textiles, Avery Dennison, Cotton Incorporated, Hanesbrands, and many more.

Cascale’s “Source of Good” will return for Season 4 in spring 2026, with more conversations on collective action across the consumer goods supply chain to combat climate change and support decent work for all. Episodes are available on multiple platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, and more. Listen and subscribe.

Cascale has wrapped Season 3 of its “Source of Good” podcast, a nine-episode season that featured industry leaders working to advance decent work and climate action across the consumer goods supply chain.

With a thematic focus on the people and practices behind sustainability, the season explored what it takes to protect workers’ rights, strengthen human rights due diligence, improve purchasing practices, and build resilient, fair supply chains. Each episode offered a holistic lens on how collaborative actions directly support efforts to combat climate change.

Season 3 also explored how industry-aligned tools and shared frameworks can help translate commitments into action — supporting common expectations, more consistent supplier engagement, and progress that can be measured over time. The season referenced Cascale’s Higg Index tools, exclusively available on Worldly, and Better Buying surveys, which Cascale acquired in 2025, as examples of how standardized data, benchmarking, and supplier feedback can help organizations align efforts across the value chain.

This season brought together experts spanning human rights, responsible purchasing, transparency, investment, circularity, and supplier engagement — featuring conversations with leaders from the Institute for Human Rights and Business (IHRB), Retraced, UNIQLO, Fair Wear, Good Fashion Fund, REI Co-op, ERALDA, and more.

Episodes included:

• There’s No Sustainability without Workers’ Rights feat. John Morrison, CEO, Institute for Human Rights and Business (IHRB)
• Transparency Never Goes Out of Style with Retraced feat. Lukas Puender, Co-Founder, Retraced
• Better Buying: From Research to Reform with Dr. Marsha Dickson and Under Armour
• How UNIQLO Built Decent Work Into Its DNA feat. Eshan Chan, Supply Chain Sustainability Manager, Fast Retailing
• Due Diligence in Practice with Fair Wear and Mammut feat. Annabel Meurs, Executive Director, Fair Wear
• Invest Where It Matters with Good Fashion Fund and Pratibha Syntex feat. Jayanth Kashyap, Investment Lead, Good Fashion Fund
• Built to Last—and Love with REI and Ambercycle feat. Greg Gausewitz, Senior Manager of Sustainability, REI Co-op
• Meeting Suppliers Where They Are with ERALDA and Eileen Fisher feat. David Forsgate, Chief Representative Officer, ERALDA,
• Sustainability Needs a Different Angle feat. Anne-Laure Descours, Board member at Gildan and former Chief Sourcing Officer, Puma

“Source of Good” is a co-production of award-winning producer Hueman Group Media and Cascale, a global nonprofit alliance empowering collaboration to drive equitable and restorative business practices in the consumer goods industry. The podcast is hosted by Rachel Lincoln Sarnoff, Cascale’s communications director and a former journalist.

Since its debut in September 2024, “Source of Good” has released nearly 30 episodes featuring industry experts and leaders working across climate action, transparency, circularity, and decent work. Guests to date have included author and Cascale co-founder Rick Ridgeway, as well as leaders from organizations such as Recover, Brooks Running, Lenzing, Sappi, Dunelm, Nobody’s Child, the Apparel Impact Institute (Aii), PrimaLoft, Tapestry, ITL, Ren Energy, Hirdaramani, Elevate Textiles, Avery Dennison, Cotton Incorporated, Hanesbrands, and many more.

Cascale’s “Source of Good” will return for Season 4 in spring 2026, with more conversations on collective action across the consumer goods supply chain to combat climate change and support decent work for all. Episodes are available on multiple platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, and more. Listen and subscribe.

Cascale has wrapped Season 3 of its “Source of Good” podcast, a nine-episode season that featured industry leaders working to advance decent work and climate action across the consumer goods supply chain.

With a thematic focus on the people and practices behind sustainability, the season explored what it takes to protect workers’ rights, strengthen human rights due diligence, improve purchasing practices, and build resilient, fair supply chains. Each episode offered a holistic lens on how collaborative actions directly support efforts to combat climate change.

Season 3 also explored how industry-aligned tools and shared frameworks can help translate commitments into action — supporting common expectations, more consistent supplier engagement, and progress that can be measured over time. The season referenced Cascale’s Higg Index tools, exclusively available on Worldly, and Better Buying surveys, which Cascale acquired in 2025, as examples of how standardized data, benchmarking, and supplier feedback can help organizations align efforts across the value chain.

This season brought together experts spanning human rights, responsible purchasing, transparency, investment, circularity, and supplier engagement — featuring conversations with leaders from the Institute for Human Rights and Business (IHRB), Retraced, UNIQLO, Fair Wear, Good Fashion Fund, REI Co-op, ERALDA, and more.

Episodes included:

• There’s No Sustainability without Workers’ Rights feat. John Morrison, CEO, Institute for Human Rights and Business (IHRB)
• Transparency Never Goes Out of Style with Retraced feat. Lukas Puender, Co-Founder, Retraced
• Better Buying: From Research to Reform with Dr. Marsha Dickson and Under Armour
• How UNIQLO Built Decent Work Into Its DNA feat. Eshan Chan, Supply Chain Sustainability Manager, Fast Retailing
• Due Diligence in Practice with Fair Wear and Mammut feat. Annabel Meurs, Executive Director, Fair Wear
• Invest Where It Matters with Good Fashion Fund and Pratibha Syntex feat. Jayanth Kashyap, Investment Lead, Good Fashion Fund
• Built to Last—and Love with REI and Ambercycle feat. Greg Gausewitz, Senior Manager of Sustainability, REI Co-op
• Meeting Suppliers Where They Are with ERALDA and Eileen Fisher feat. David Forsgate, Chief Representative Officer, ERALDA,
• Sustainability Needs a Different Angle feat. Anne-Laure Descours, Board member at Gildan and former Chief Sourcing Officer, Puma

“Source of Good” is a co-production of award-winning producer Hueman Group Media and Cascale, a global nonprofit alliance empowering collaboration to drive equitable and restorative business practices in the consumer goods industry. The podcast is hosted by Rachel Lincoln Sarnoff, Cascale’s communications director and a former journalist.

Since its debut in September 2024, “Source of Good” has released nearly 30 episodes featuring industry experts and leaders working across climate action, transparency, circularity, and decent work. Guests to date have included author and Cascale co-founder Rick Ridgeway, as well as leaders from organizations such as Recover, Brooks Running, Lenzing, Sappi, Dunelm, Nobody’s Child, the Apparel Impact Institute (Aii), PrimaLoft, Tapestry, ITL, Ren Energy, Hirdaramani, Elevate Textiles, Avery Dennison, Cotton Incorporated, Hanesbrands, and many more.

Cascale’s “Source of Good” will return for Season 4 in spring 2026, with more conversations on collective action across the consumer goods supply chain to combat climate change and support decent work for all. Episodes are available on multiple platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, and more. Listen and subscribe.