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by Carrie VanWinkle, CFP and Sylvia Panek, financial advisor at Natural Investments

Two years ago, Natural Investments became the first U.S. financial advisory firm to convert into a Perpetual Purpose Trust. This was more than a legal milestone — it was an ethics-driven decision about leadership, equity, and mission in an industry struggling to align growth with values.

A Perpetual Purpose Trust (PPT) is a non-charitable, irrevocable trust created to steward a business in service of a clearly defined purpose. In our case, the newly formed Natural Investments Purpose Trust purchased the firm from six senior advisors who had owned the business under a traditional partnership model. From that moment forward, the company ceased to be something that could be bought and sold on the open market. Instead, it became permanently held in trust for its mission.

For a firm focused on sustainable, responsible investing, this mattered. ​We hired legal and financial consultants to help us navigate the complexities of creating the trust, rewriting our bylaws, and restructuring governance. Internally, a cross-functional governance committee worked for months to shape the trust agreement and operating framework. Sylvia served on the governance committee, while Carrie was elected to the first Trust Steward Committee — the leadership body of the new trust — and each of us has come to appreciate just how much time, emotional labor, and organizational commitment this transition truly requires. It has been demanding work. It has also been some of the most meaningful leadership work of our careers.

Read their full article here – https://greenmoney.com/why-a-perpetual-purpose-trust-model-works-for-sustainable-investing-firms

 

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April 15, 2026 /3BL/ – The Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council (HPRC) is pleased to welcome Terumo Corporation, a global medical technology company that develops, manufactures, and distributes medical devices and solutions, as a new member.

“Terumo’s advanced expertise in medical plastics, from design and manufacturing to design-for-recyclability, will add meaningful capability to HPRC’s technical coalition,” said Tracy Taszarek, Executive Director of HPRC. “We’re pleased to welcome Terumo as a new member and look forward to their contributions to our project work.”

With operations in more than 160 countries and regions, Terumo is a global leader in healthcare innovation. Terumo is committed to sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce its environmental footprint, promote resource efficiency, and support circularity in medical plastics.

“Joining HPRC supports our ongoing work to promote responsible resource use, protect the environment, and transition to circular healthcare plastics,” shared Emiko Kawamura, General Manager, EHS Management Department for Terumo. “We look forward to collaborating with fellow HPRC members to continue developing innovative solutions and learning from their valuable insights as industry leaders.”

HPRC is currently engaged in multiple initiatives aimed at enabling the recycling and circularity of healthcare plastics, including an assessment of recycling infrastructure, opportunities for labelling standardization, and developing a scalable playbook for implementing regional hospital recycling programs.

About HPRC

HPRC is a private technical coalition of industry peers across healthcare, recycling, and waste management industries seeking to improve the recyclability of plastic products within healthcare. Made up of more than 30 brand-leading and globally recognized members, HPRC explores ways to enhance the economics, efficiency, and ultimately the quality and quantity of healthcare plastics collected for recycling in support of a circular plastics economy. HPRC is active across the United States and Europe working with key stakeholders, identifying opportunities for collaboration, and participating in industry events and forums. For more information, visit www.hprc.org and follow HPRC on LinkedIn.

About Terumo Corporation

Terumo (TSE: 4543) is a global medical innovation company. Guided by an unwavering commitment to patients, and driven by the passion of our associates, we strive to fulfill our Group Mission of “Contributing to Society through Healthcare.” Founded in Tokyo in 1921, we provide a comprehensive range of solutions in the fields of therapeutic procedures, hospital operations, and life sciences in more than 160 countries and regions.

 

What does the future look like for Georgia, and how do we prepare for it today?

It’s a question more leaders across the state are beginning to ask. From unexpected heat in February to stronger storms reaching farther inland, the signals are becoming harder to ignore. While the changes can feel unpredictable, the path forward does not have to be.

New tools like the Drawdown Georgia Climate Outlook Maps are helping turn uncertainty into insight. They give communities, businesses, and decision-makers a clearer way to plan for what’s ahead. In our latest Georgia Climate Digest video interview, host Eriqah Vincent sits down with Dr. Marshall Shepherd, an internationally recognized climate scientist at the University of Georgia and an early contributor to Drawdown Georgia, to explore how climate conditions are evolving across the state and how tools like the Climate Outlook Maps can support smarter, more resilient planning.

by Allison Stowell

Originally published on Guiding Stars Health & Nutrition News

Did you know that you can explore global flavors using Guiding Stars as a guide to balanced, nutrient-rich ingredients and recipes? At first it might be intimidating to recreate your favorite flavors in your own kitchen. It helps to start by making small changes to traditional meals. Then explore supermarket aisles with shopping tips to create unique dishes and recipes, right at home.

Start With the Basics

The right ingredients bring international flavor to your kitchen. Start with flavorful fresh produce and a well-stocked spice rack and pantry. These herbs, vegetables, spices, and grains bring different flavors to your dish, with little effort:

• Daikon Radish
• Thai Basil
• Cilantro
• Chili Peppers
• Jicama
• Rice Noodles
• Jasmine and Basmati Rice
• Sushi Nori
• Dried spices (like Garam Masala, Curry, Coriander, Cardamom, Ground Ginger, Chipotle Chili, Smoked Paprika, Chinese Five Spice)

Explore Your Store

In recent years, globally inspired foods have expanded beyond one international aisle. Today you can find products throughout the store that help you pass on takeout but still bring all the flavor into your kitchen. And many of them are nutritious too! Add these Guiding Stars-earning, convenient products to your shopping cart:

• Patak’s Lentil & Veggie Medium Tikka Masala
   
• Tasty Bite all Natural Indian Mild Vegetable Tikka Masala Vegetables in Sauce
   
• Purple Carrot Vegetable Tikka Masalal
   
• Thai Style Chili Mango Chopped Salad Kits
   
• Somos Mexican Black Beans
   
• Ben’s Original Spicy Mexican Style Ready Rice with Jalapeno and Chili Peppers
   
• Nature’s Promise Organic Double Steamed Brown Lentils
   
• Lundberg Family Farms Organic Sushi White Rice
   
• Joseph’s Flax, Oat Bran & Whole Wheat Lavash Bread
   
• Franklin Farms Moroccan Style Falafel Balls
   
• Blue Diamond Sweet Thai Chili Almonds
   
• Sea Point Farms Dry Roasted Wasabi Edamame

Get Cooking

It’s easier than you think to make some of your favorite dishes! Go around the world with Guiding Stars-earning recipes you can make right at home:

Indian Mango Dal
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Curried Vegetable Lo Mein
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Thai Carrot Salad
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Spring Rolls
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Greek Village Salad
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Hearty Chicken Posole
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Moroccan Lentil Stew
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Pan Bagnat
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Grilled Brazilian Beef with Chimichurri
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Mediterranean Chicken Salad
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About Guiding Stars

Guiding Stars is an objective, evidence-based, nutrition guidance program that evaluates foods and beverages to make nutritious choices simple. Products that meet transparent nutrition criteria earn a 1, 2, or 3 star rating for good, better, and best nutrition. Guiding Stars can be found in more than 2,000 grocery stores, in Circana’ Attribute Marketplace, and through the Guiding Stars Food Finder app.

*Jamaican Chicken Stew

Congratulations to all The Strauch Cleantech to Market Program (C2M) students who presented at the 2025 Climate Tech Summit at the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business. 

This marks MetLife’s fourth year supporting the program and announcing “MetLife Climate Solutions Awards” to teams that delivered the most compelling findings for how their startup can strengthen the resilience and well-being of people and the planet, determined by a panel of independent judges.  
 
A big thank you to the 40 MetLife employee volunteers worldwide who dedicated their time and expertise to help students advance impactful climate technologies.  
 
Learn more about the The Strauch Cleantech to Market Program

Contact media@actionagainsthunger.org for inquiries. 

• Sudan is facing the worst humanitarian crisis currently underway. In a country with over 51 million inhabitants, more than half (33.7 million) need humanitarian aid to survive.
• There are currently only three famines in the world, two of which have been declared in Sudan in less than a year. More than 21 million people face hunger every day in the country, a direct consequence of three years of armed conflict.
• Action Against Hunger continues to respond in Sudan with its programs on nutrition, health, livelihoods, water, sanitation and hygiene, and protection against gender-based violence. Since the start of the conflict, we have supported nearly two million people.

New York, 15 April 2026 — Humanitarian needs are extreme in Sudan. In a small village where Action Against Hunger works, many women like Eisa* have gone months without being able to guarantee a daily meal for their families.

“We suffered greatly because we had nothing to feed our families,” said Eisa.

More than 33 million people in Sudan (over half the population) depend on aid to survive after three years of war in a country facing the world’s most severe humanitarian crisis.

Three famines declared worldwide: two of them in Sudan

Famine is an official declaration issued only in the most extreme food crises. Of the three famines currently declared worldwide, two occurred in Sudan (El Fasher and Kadugli in 2025), whilst other parts of the country face a significant risk of famine in the near future.

“More than 21 million people are suffering from acute hunger in the country. This situation is a direct consequence of the conflict, which is destroying markets, disrupting harvests, and blocking trade routes and the delivery of humanitarian aid,” says Samy Guessabi, Country Director of Action Against Hunger in Sudan.

Sudan’s displacement rate is double that of other crises

Sudan is experiencing the world’s largest displacement crisis: nearly 14 million people have fled their homes—more than 9 million within the country and 4 million to neighboring countries such as Chad and South Sudan. These figures are double those of other major current displacement crises, such as those in Syria (7 million displaced people), the Democratic Republic of the Congo (6 million), and Yemen (5 million).

“It’s not just about the numbers,” explains Guessabi. “Families are forced to move repeatedly, which disrupts treatment, limits access to food and healthcare, and increases the risk of gender-based violence.”

Added to this is the collapse of basic services across much of Sudan: around 80% of health centers and 60% of water systems are not functioning in conflict zones. Furthermore, obstacles to humanitarian access—insecurity, active conflict, administrative barriers, and difficulties with physical access—and insufficient funding pose significant challenges. The humanitarian response, which requires $2.87 billion, is currently only 16% funded.

Action Against Hunger in Sudan

Since the conflict began on April 15th, 2023, we have supported nearly two million people in Darfur, Kordofan, Blue Nile, White Nile, and Red Sea. We continue to run our programs on health, treatment of malnutrition, cash assistance, access to safe drinking water and sanitation services, and awareness-raising on sexual and gender-based violence.

Action Against Hunger supports women like Eisa with food security and livelihoods training, so they can learn about business management, food preservation, and processing. “We now sell onions, oil, okra and dried tomatoes at the market,” says Eisa.

As the conflict enters its third year, Action Against Hunger is making an urgent appeal to halt hostilities, guarantee the protection of civilians and safe humanitarian access, and increase funding to meet the extreme needs faced by millions of Sudanese people.

*Name changed to protect identity. 

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Action Against Hunger leads the global movement to end hunger. We innovate solutions, advocate for change, and reach 26.5 million people every year with proven hunger prevention and treatment programs. As a nonprofit that works across over 55 countries, our 8,500+ dedicated staff members partner with communities to address the root causes of hunger, including climate change, conflict, inequity, and emergencies. We strive to create a world free from hunger, for everyone, for good.

Originally published on PSEG ENERGIZE!

There’s a lot of talk these days about how New Jersey needs more power generation to supply its growing needs. Ever wonder how a power plant gets built?

Bringing a new power plant online in New Jersey isn’t as easy as flipping a switch – it takes broad collaboration. Like any large-scale infrastructure project, it requires regulators, developers, and local communities working together to make it happen. It must meet strict safety and environmental standards while still providing reliable power. And the power plant must make economic sense for the builder.

Step 1: Planning and permitting

The journey begins with planning and permitting. Just like building a home, developers must secure permits and approvals from the appropriate state and local agencies.

These permits cover things such as land use, zoning and building. Unlike constructing a home, permits may also include air emissions, water use and environmental permits.

During the permitting process, developers often engage with the local community to ensure the community is informed and the process is transparent. Developers also engage with the local utility and regional grid operator to ensure the new power plant will be able to connect into the grid, called interconnection.

Step 2: Construction and development

Building a power plant is like piecing together a massive puzzle where every part has to fit in sequence. After the location, everything starts with choosing the technology and equipment – whether it’s turbines, boilers or solar panels – based the project’s goals. From there, engineers create a detailed design, from the foundations and structures to the electrical and control systems that keep the plant running safely.

Planners map out the finances, estimating costs, projecting revenues and securing funding – all before a shovel can hit the ground. Once the financing is in place, the next piece of the puzzle is procurement: working with suppliers and contractors to get the most cost-effective, quality equipment and services.

Before construction, the site must be prepared for the power plant. The work needed depends on the land type – brownfield or greenfield.

Sites may need to be raised above flood zones, compacted with extra soil or reinforced with piles to support heavy equipment.

The puzzle is almost complete with the construction phase, where a skilled project team puts steel and concrete in the ground and project managers keep everything on track while ensuring safety and environmental standards are upheld.

Power-plant build times differ sharply by technology: utility-scale solar and onshore wind are the fastest, typically requiring 1–2 years of construction and about 2–5 years total including planning, while natural gas combined-cycle plants usually take 2–3 years to build and 3–5+ years overall.

Building a new nuclear power plant from start to finish typically takes about 10–15 years or more, reflecting lengthy planning, licensing, construction and commissioning phases. Construction of new sources of generation can be delayed beyond those timelines by issues such as supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, and technical complexities.

Nationwide, a typical power plant output ranges from 50–100 megawatts (MW) for solar/wind farms to 500–1,000+ MW for gas, and nuclear plants. In New Jersey, most utility-scale solar installations are between 5-20MW.

Natural gas and nuclear plants need far less land than solar or wind. A gas facility uses about 200 acres (0.3 sq mi), while a nuclear plant requires around 832 acres (1.3 sq mi) In contrast, wind farms demand 50,000–70,000 acres (78–110 sq mi) per 1,000 MW, and solar farms need 5,000–10,000 acres (8–15 sq mi) per 1,000 MW.

(Battery storage is an important and unique element in the energy mix. We will cover how battery storage is built in a future article.)

Step 3: Testing and commissioning

After construction, plants undergo commissioning tests. Engineers gradually increase output, verifying that turbines, boilers or inverters operate correctly. Renewable projects often include battery storage systems, which are tested to confirm they can balance variable generation. These tests are coordinated with the regional grid operator PJM and regulators to assess compliance with technical standards and readiness for full-scale operation.

Step 4: Operational readiness

Once testing is complete, the plant transitions to operational readiness. Staff are trained, maintenance schedules established and monitoring systems deployed. At this stage, the facility begins delivering electricity, supporting demand across New Jersey and onto the grid. Here’s the moment when we can all step back and watch the finished puzzle come together.

A coordinated path to reliable power

Bringing a power plant from concept to operation requires the alignment of technical expertise, regulatory approval, financing and community support. Each stage – from planning and permitting to construction and commissioning – demands coordination across disciplines and an understanding of intricate timelines.

By the end, what began as an idea has transformed into a fully functioning power plant, ready to deliver energy to the grid and reliably power our modern lifestyles. To ensure that these individual projects fit into a broader, reliable statewide energy strategy, New Jersey needs a long-term plan that aligns future demand, supply and infrastructure needs.

Small, dedicated neighborhood pharmacies to open in select communities to help increase access to convenient pharmacy care

Openings are part of ongoing commitment to serve communities and meet consumers where they are

WOONSOCKET, R.I., April 15, 2026 /3BL/ – CVS Health® (NYSE: CVS) unveiled the first of nearly 20 pharmacy-only, apothecary-style CVS Pharmacy® locations it plans to open this year to increase access to pharmacy care. The new pharmacy, located at 2628 West Pershing Road in Chicago’s West End, will help bridge gaps in care and make it easier for community members to access medications, immunizations and other health care services provided by pharmacists.

Pharmacy-only locations will open in areas across the country, increasing access to vital pharmacy care, creating a simple and convenient way for community members to seek pharmacist support. Each site will feature a full-service pharmacy with a customized selection of over-the-counter products available for purchase. With footprints averaging around 3,000 square feet, the pharmacy-only sites will help ensure patients have access to prescription medications and the trusted advice and counsel of their neighborhood CVS pharmacist.

“Pharmacists are among the most accessible and most trusted health care providers,” said Len Shankman, Executive Vice President and President, Pharmacy and Consumer Wellness, CVS Health. “We know how important it is for patients to be able to speak one-on-one with their pharmacist, have their questions answered and seek medication advice when needed. Our new, pharmacy-only locations allow our pharmacy teams to continue to build relationships with patients – their friends and neighbors – and provide on the ground pharmacy care in communities that need us.”

Multiple pharmacy formats to meet community health needs

The pharmacy-only locations are just one component of the company’s work to reinvent pharmacy. By taking a customized approach focused on the diverse needs of the communities they serve, CVS Pharmacy has worked to strategically realign its retail footprint over the last few years. The new pharmacy-only sites, opening in select communities, will help the company better support its patients in those communities, ensuring its footprint is the right size and scale, and addressing shifts in the pharmacy industry.

These smaller dedicated neighborhood pharmacies join several other formats already in place across the country. They include CVS Pharmacy’s traditional full-service front store and pharmacy locations, store-in-store pharmacies, such as those inside Target and Schnucks grocery stores, CVS Pharmacy stores that feature a MinuteClinic retail medical clinic, and side-by-side CVS Pharmacy and Oak Street Health care centers, primarily located in neighborhoods with high Medicaid populations.

The company opened its first pharmacy-only location in Birmingham, AL late last year. In addition to the new site in Chicago, pharmacy-only locations are planned for several other communities in 2026, including Houston, TX, Roxbury, MA, Detroit, MI, and Brooklyn, NY. The company also plans to open more than 40 new CVS Pharmacy locations, including traditional stores and pharmacies in Target.

Importance of one-on-one interactions with pharmacists

The 2025 CVS Health® Rx Report highlighted that 80% of patients prefer face-to-face pharmacy care, and nearly half (48%) would switch pharmacies if limited to digital-only options. The overwhelming majority of pharmacy professionals (97%) also say in-person interactions remain vital.

Added Shankman, “We believe health care is best delivered locally, in the community by trusted, caring and tech-enabled colleagues and our customers and patients want to shop and engage in the way that’s most convenient for their busy lives. Whether in-person, online, or a combination of the two, our community pharmacies are delivering best-in-class service through consistent, connected, personalized experiences – meeting consumers where, when and how they need us.”

Whether a patient prefers the convenience of same-day or 1- to 2-day prescription delivery or prefers to visit their local pharmacy in-person, CVS Pharmacy is ensuring patients have multiple care options to choose from, depending on their individual needs.

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About CVS Health

CVS Health is a leading health solutions company building a world of health around every consumer, wherever they are. As of December 31, 2025, the Company had approximately 9,000 retail pharmacy locations, more than 1,000 walk-in and primary care medical clinics and a leading pharmacy benefits manager with approximately 87 million plan members. The Company also serves an estimated more than 37 million people through traditional, voluntary and consumer-directed health insurance products and related services, including highly rated Medicare Advantage offerings and a leading standalone Medicare Part D prescription drug plan. The Company’s integrated model uses personalized, technology driven services to connect people to simply better health, increasing access to quality care, delivering better outcomes, and lowering overall costs.

Media contact

Amy Thibault
401-318-2865
Amy.Thibault@CVSHealth.com

CINCINNATI and MUMBAI, India April 15, 2026 /3BL/ – Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) (BSE: 532540, NSE: TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, has unveiled its new TCS My First AI Job skills training program in partnership with the University of Cincinnati and Salesforce. The program is designed to provide students with skills certification in AI solutions, paid work experience, and a pathway to full-time roles at TCS upon graduation.

Designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and workforce readiness, the new TCS My First AI Job program offers final-year students an intensive, three-month curriculum covering key technical, communication, and employability skills required in today’s competitive marketplace. Through a combination of hands-on projects, mentorship, global certifications, and practice interviews, the program will help students develop skills that align with current industry and client requirements and match specific roles in TCS’ talent pipeline.

Amit Bajaj, President – North America, TCS, said, “In keeping with its aspiration of becoming the world’s largest AI-led technology services company, TCS is committed to building a pipeline of AI jobs in the heartland of America by helping students graduate with industry-ready AI skills that are in high demand. Building on our longstanding partnerships with the University of Cincinnati and Salesforce, we are designing a blueprint for the AI jobs of the future that will make U.S. companies more innovative and competitive. We are proud to launch this in Cincinnati, home of our new North America Salesforce Center of Excellence—where customer proximity meets scaled talent.”

Hazem Said, Professor & Director, School of Information Technology, University of Cincinnati, said, “Companies increasingly expect entry-level job seekers to hit the ground running with practical AI skills they can put to use on day one. It is exciting to be at the vanguard of collaborating with a technology industry pioneer to build pathways to success for tomorrow’s AI leaders. I believe that we are creating a model that will help redefine the value of a university education.”

Meredith Nabavi, Director, Workforce Development Partnerships, Salesforce, said, “The combination of TCS, the University of Cincinnati and Salesforce will create an industry-ready local workforce that will not only accelerate client outcomes, but help build the AI careers of recent university graduates.”

As part of the collaboration, TCS, the University of Cincinnati and Salesforce will jointly develop a world-class Salesforce certification curriculum for the TCS My First AI Job program. It will include a curated, industry-focused Salesforce course that offers undergraduate students an opportunity to join a fall co-op to provide full-time undergraduate students with professional training and hands-on experience working at TCS.

By alternating academic study with paid, practical, on‑the‑job training, the program will prepare students for potential employment opportunities at TCS. Additionally, by enabling the certification pathway to serve as an extended, real‑world assessment, the program increases the likelihood of students securing roles in a more timely manner. At the same time, employers such as TCS will benefit from the ability to swiftly integrate new hires into client projects, thereby achieving time and cost efficiencies while supporting employees’ long‑term professional growth.

The new program aligns with TCS’ focus on developing and recruiting local talent. The company is actively investing in industry‑specific Salesforce capabilities to meet the evolving needs of its U.S. clients as they transform their businesses using AI technologies. TCS recently inaugurated the Salesforce Center of Excellence at its Global Delivery Center in Milford, Ohio, its largest delivery center in the United States. This Center of Excellence reflects TCS’ commitment to customer‑centric innovation, AI‑driven talent development, and deeper collaboration across its partner ecosystem. In addition, TCS recently acquired two U.S.-based consulting firms, Coastal Cloud and ListEngage, to strengthen its position in the Salesforce ecosystem and reinforce its long‑standing commitment to customers in North America.

About Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) (BSE: 532540, NSE: TCS) is a digital transformation and technology partner of choice for industry-leading organizations worldwide. Since its inception in 1968, TCS has upheld the highest standards of innovation, engineering excellence and customer service.

Rooted in the heritage of the Tata Group, TCS is focused on creating long term value for its clients, its investors, its employees, and the community at large. With a highly skilled workforce of 580,000 spread across 55 countries and 202 service delivery centers across the world, the company has been recognized as a top employer in six continents. With the ability to rapidly apply and scale new technologies, the company has built long term partnerships with its clients – helping them emerge as perpetually adaptive enterprises. Many of these relationships have endured into decades and navigated every technology cycle, from mainframes in the 1970s to Artificial Intelligence today.

TCS sponsors 14 of the world’s most prestigious marathons and endurance events, including the TCS New York City Marathon, TCS London Marathon and TCS Sydney Marathon with a focus on promoting health, sustainability, and community empowerment.

TCS generated consolidated revenues of over US $30 billion in the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026. For more information, visit www.tcs.com

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NEW ORLEANS, April 14, 2026 /3BL/ – One year after awarding $3.5 million in grants to 65 nonprofit and community-based organizations, Impact 59 Powered by Entergy, the official Super Bowl LIX Legacy Grant Program, is delivering on its promise to build a lasting legacy. The program enabled participating agencies to serve more than 268,000 individuals and leveraged an additional $1.5 million in funding from other sources to benefit the Greater New Orleans region.

The program – a legacy initiative of the NFL managed by the Super Bowl LIX Host Committee, included significant donations from the NFL Foundation, Entergy, the New Orleans Saints, Ochsner Health, Venture Global, United Way of Southeast Louisiana, and the NOLA Coalition – has proven to be a catalytic investment, multiplying resources, empowering local organizations, and producing visible change throughout the 10-parish region.

“Impact 59 is proof the Super Bowl can be more than a game,” said Marcus Brown, Chair of the New Orleans Super Bowl Host Committee and Executive Legal Advisor for Entergy. “It can be a catalyst for opportunity, equity, and real change in people’s lives.”

A study performed by the United Way of Southeast Louisiana confirmed the funds have reached more than 268,315 individuals across 65 organizations, with many leveraging Impact 59 grants to secure additional funding and partnerships. Grant recipients used the funding to reach their specific programming goals including renovating facilities, purchasing essential equipment, expanding food banks and pantries, enhancing workforce training and providing life-changing services to the Greater New Orleans region.

“These results prove that when we say, ‘It’s what we do,’ we mean it,” said Jay Cicero, President and CEO of the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation and the New Orleans Super Bowl Host Committee. “Impact 59 Powered by Entergy is not only meeting urgent social needs today but laying the foundation for stronger, healthier communities long after New Orleans hosted its record-tying 11th Super Bowl on February 9, 2025.”

The Impact 59 portfolio reflects a comprehensive investment in the region’s future. The grants awarded through Impact 59 Powered by Entergy have been allocated to nonprofit organizations focused on programs that foster positive change in youth development, workforce training, education, health and wellness, and equity and inclusion. These organizations are receiving critical support for their efforts to improve lives in New Orleans and the surrounding parishes of Jefferson, St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. James, St. John the Baptist, Plaquemines, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, and Washington parishes.

Across the 10-parish region, Impact 59 grant recipients are translating investment into measurable results. For example, YouthForce NOLA engaged more than 1,300 students in hands-on learning through STEM Fests; Travelers Aid Society served 1,184 locals in need; NextOp placed 155 veterans into high-quality careers; Rebuild Together New Orleans installed 59 new roofs; Reconcile New Orleans enrolled 178 youths in workforce development training; and Second Harvest Food Bank distributed over 36,000 pounds of fresh food among other significant accomplishments by all partner organizations.

“The Super Bowl Legacy Grant Program ensures that the NFL leaves a positive community impact that endures long after the final whistle of the Super Bowl,” said Alexia Gallagher, NFL Vice President of Philanthropy and Executive Director of the NFL Foundation. “We are excited to see the positive results of the program so far and look forward to continuing to deliver on our promise to create a lasting philanthropic legacy across the New Orleans region.”

As the impact from the Super Bowl continues, the Host Committee and its partners reaffirm their commitment to leveraging the world’s biggest stage for the long-term good of Louisiana, New Orleans and the surrounding parishes.

“Impact 59 Powered by Entergy shows the power of what’s possible when philanthropy and partnership move in the same direction – real, lasting change,” added Michael Williamson, President and CEO of United Way of Southeast Louisiana. “In just eight months, we’ve seen investments multiply, organizations grow stronger, and families across our region feel the difference in their daily lives. On behalf of United Way, we express our sincerest gratitude to the host committee, Marcus Brown, the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation and all who made this extraordinary impact possible.”

About the New Orleans Super Bowl LIX Host Committee

The New Orleans Super Bowl LIX Host Committee, led by the New Orleans Saints and the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation, is responsible for planning, executing, and hosting the City’s record-tying 11th NFL Championship game on February 9, 2025. The Host Committee works in partnership with the National Football League to deliver a successful Super Bowl LIX while driving lasting social and economic impact in the Greater New Orleans area. 

About The Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation

Organized in August 1988, the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation (Sports Foundation) is a non-profit 501(c) (4) organization whose mission is to attract and manage sporting events that have a positive economic impact on Louisiana and the Greater New Orleans area. Throughout its 37-year history, the Sports Foundation has been awarded and managed hundreds of events and turned a $50 million public investment into more than $4.2 billion in economic impact for the State of Louisiana and the Greater New Orleans area. Learn more about the Sports Foundation at gnosports.com.

Super Bowl LIX Media Contacts:
Ainsley Coleman, Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation, (318) 588-0651, acoleman@gnosf.org
Lenox Hill, The Ehrhardt Group, (504) 352-5910, lhill@tegpr.com

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