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By Ashley Foster

TAMPA, Fla., October 30, 2024 /3BL/ – The Regions Foundation announced a series of grants totaling $200,000 in support of disaster-recovery efforts following Hurricane Milton. The Foundation is a nonprofit that is primarily funded by Regions Bank, which launched its own response to Milton by offering special banking services for people and businesses affected by the storm.

Regions Foundation Grants:

From the $200,000 in grant funding from the Regions Foundation, organizations supported will include:

The American Red Cross: Currently, Red Cross personnel are on the ground in communities across Florida that were impacted not only by Milton, but also Hurricane Helene. The Regions Foundation is contributing $150,000 from its $200,000 in Milton-recovery grant funding to support these extensive Red Cross operations. This is in addition to the $100,000 for the American Red Cross that was announced by the Foundation on Oct. 1 in support of Helene recovery in several states.Feeding Tampa Bay: Serving 10 counties in western Florida – from Citrus County to the north, to the Tampa-St. Petersburg metro, to Manatee, Hardee and Highlands counties to the south – Feeding Tampa Bay has extensive experience in combating hunger. This includes during times of disaster recovery, when people have lost not only homes or belongings, but also, in many cases, a steady supply of nourishment. As a longtime community partner, the Regions Foundation is allocating $25,000 of its Milton-recovery grant funding to support Feeding Tampa Bay’s ongoing work.United Way Suncoast: Resource centers organized by United Way Suncoast are connecting people with case workers who can help them navigate storm recovery, including by assisting with FEMA applications for relief. Serving Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota and surrounding areas, United Way Suncoast is also organizing resources to meet recovery needs beyond the short term, with a focus on mid-term and long-term recovery needs. The Regions Foundation is designating $25,000 of its Milton-recovery grant funding to support these initiatives.

“As soon as the skies cleared, these organizations were on the ground delivering urgent care and support to hard-hit communities,” said Marta Mendes-Miguel Self, executive director of the Regions Foundation. “People are coming together to uplift their neighbors, and the Regions Foundation is proud to support this work. We encourage others, no matter where you are, to consider how your donations or volunteer work can also help relief agencies in the days and weeks to come.”

“The nonprofit community is making a powerful difference for people throughout the state,” added April Grajales, market executive for Regions Bank in Tampa. “Regions Bank associates are thankful to our colleagues at the Regions Foundation for delivering these grants that will help meet ongoing recovery needs. Long after a storm has left the headlines, nonprofits like the Red Cross, United Way and Feeding Tampa Bay are still in local neighborhoods, connecting people with vital resources. All of us who call Florida home are thankful for their dedication.”

Regions Bank Disaster-Recovery Services:

The grants from the Regions Foundation are in addition to disaster-recovery financial services announced by Regions Bank on Oct. 11. The bank’s branch network in western, central and eastern Florida fared well during the storm, with most locations back open and serving customers. The limited number of branches that remain closed will reopen as soon as possible pending the restoration of power or, in some cases, minor repairs.

Regions’ disaster-recovery financial services include the following for impacted areas1:

Regions will waive ATM Surcharges at Regions ATMs for non-customers in the impacted areas1 through at least Oct. 23.The bank will also waive fees charged when Regions customers use other banks’ ATMs in the impacted areas through at least Oct. 23. (Note: Fees charged by other banks or ATM owners may still apply.)Regions will provide Mortgage Disaster Relief Purchase and Renovation loan programs.The bank will remove check-cashing fees for FEMA-issued checks when cashed in a Regions branch2.Personal and business loan payment assistance3 is available for qualified customers.Regions is offering payment deferrals for current credit card holders3.The bank can provide business loan payment deferrals of up to 90 days3.Additionally, Regions is offering one penalty-free CD withdrawal upon request (unless within seven days of issuance or renewal).Regions is offering a Disaster Response interest rate discount of 0.50% on new personal unsecured loans when customers apply in a branch or by phone4.Regions is offering a Disaster Response interest rate discount of 0.50% on standard rates for new business loans or lines of credit of up to $1 million to help with recovery needs in impacted areas4.Regions is offering a Disaster Response interest rate discount of 0.50% on new unsecured business term loans of up to $50,000 with up to 36-month terms, including waived origination and loan document fees, as well as options for the first payments to be deferred by up to 90 days4.Regions is offering a Disaster Response interest rate discount of up to 0.50% on non-business auto loans when customers apply in-branch or by phone5.Dedicated Contact Center:For help with loans, credit cards, or deposit accounts: 1-800-221-7471For help with any other banking need: 1-800-411-9393Areas covered by these services could be expanded based on continued assessments. Check https://www.regions.com/hurricanemilton for an updated list of areas where these offers are available as damage assessments continue.

“Year-round, we’re focused on helping people assess their financial needs and build a successful path forward; that’s especially true today as our teams take the time to listen to how we can help with storm-recovery needs,” said John Jordan, head of Retail for Regions Bank. “As even more branches come back online this week, we’re ready to serve. And our digital banking options are always just a click or a tap away.”

Tailored Support:

Regions Bank teams can also be contacted at the following numbers for customized guidance on a range of services, including:

Mortgages, home equity loans and lines: 1-800-748-9498Other consumer loans: 1-866-298-1113Any other banking needs: 1-800-411-9393

About Regions Foundation:
The Alabama-based Region Foundation supports community investments that positively impact communities served by Regions Bank. The Foundation engages in a grantmaking program focused on priorities including economic and community development; education and workforce readiness; and financial wellness. The Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation funded primarily through contributions from Regions Bank. To learn more about the Regions Foundation visit www.regions.com/foundation.

About Regions Financial Corporation
Regions Financial Corporation (NYSE:RF), with $154 billion in assets, is a member of the S&P 500 Index and is one of the nation’s largest full-service providers of consumer and commercial banking, wealth management, and mortgage products and services. Regions serves customers across the South, Midwest and Texas, and through its subsidiary, Regions Bank, operates approximately 1,250 banking offices and more than 2,000 ATMs. Regions Bank is an Equal Housing Lender and Member FDIC. Additional information about Regions and its full line of products and services can be found at www.regions.com.

1Offers are available for a limited time and only to individuals and businesses affected by the recent disaster in the ZIP codes listed below, may be subject to other exclusions and restrictions, and are subject to change without notice. All loans and lines, deferrals, extensions or forbearances may be subject to required documentation and credit approval. Residency restrictions may apply.

Affected ZIP codes are as follows; please note: the list of ZIP codes could be expanded to include additional communities based on ongoing assessments from the Federal Emergency Management Agency:

32003, 32004, 32006, 32007, 32030, 32033, 32043, 32050, 32065, 32067, 32068, 32073, 32079, 32080, 32081, 32082, 32084, 32085, 32086, 32092, 32095, 32099, 32102, 32105, 32110, 32111, 32112, 32113, 32114, 32115, 32116, 32117, 32118, 32119, 32120, 32121, 32122, 32123, 32124, 32125, 32126, 32127, 32128, 32129, 32130, 32131, 32132, 32133, 32134, 32135, 32136, 32137, 32138, 32139, 32140, 32141, 32142, 32143, 32145, 32147, 32148, 32149, 32157, 32158, 32159, 32160, 32162, 32163, 32164, 32168, 32169, 32170, 32173, 32174, 32175, 32176, 32177, 32178, 32179, 32180, 32181, 32182, 32183, 32185, 32187, 32189, 32190, 32192, 32193, 32195, 32198, 32201, 32202, 32203, 32204, 32205, 32206, 32207, 32208, 32209, 32210, 32211, 32212, 32214, 32216, 32217, 32218, 32219, 32220, 32221, 32222, 32223, 32224, 32225, 32226, 32227, 32228, 32229, 32231, 32232, 32233, 32234, 32235, 32236, 32238, 32239, 32240, 32241, 32244, 32245, 32246, 32247, 32250, 32254, 32255, 32256, 32257, 32258, 32259, 32260, 32266, 32277, 32617, 32634, 32640, 32656, 32663, 32664, 32666, 32667, 32668, 32681, 32686, 32696, 32701, 32702, 32703, 32704, 32706, 32707, 32708, 32709, 32710, 32712, 32713, 32714, 32715, 32716, 32718, 32719, 32720, 32721, 32722, 32723, 32724, 32725, 32726, 32727, 32728, 32730, 32732, 32733, 32735, 32736, 32738, 32739, 32744, 32745, 32746, 32747, 32750, 32751, 32752, 32753, 32754, 32756, 32757, 32759, 32762, 32763, 32764, 32765, 32766, 32767, 32768, 32771, 32772, 32773, 32774, 32775, 32776, 32777, 32778, 32779, 32780, 32781, 32783, 32784, 32789, 32790, 32791, 32792, 32793, 32794, 32795, 32796, 32798, 32799, 32801, 32802, 32803, 32804, 32805, 32806, 32807, 32808, 32809, 32810, 32811, 32812, 32814, 32815, 32816, 32817, 32818, 32819, 32820, 32821, 32822, 32824, 32825, 32826, 32827, 32828, 32829, 32830, 32831, 32832, 32833, 32834, 32835, 32836, 32837, 32839, 32853, 32854, 32855, 32856, 32857, 32858, 32859, 32860, 32861, 32862, 32867, 32868, 32869, 32872, 32877, 32878, 32885, 32886, 32887, 32891, 32896, 32897, 32899, 32901, 32902, 32903, 32904, 32905, 32906, 32907, 32908, 32909, 32910, 32911, 32912, 32919, 32920, 32922, 32923, 32924, 32925, 32926, 32927, 32931, 32932, 32934, 32935, 32936, 32937, 32940, 32941, 32948, 32949, 32950, 32951, 32952, 32953, 32954, 32955, 32956, 32957, 32958, 32959, 32960, 32961, 32962, 32963, 32964, 32965, 32966, 32967, 32968, 32969, 32970, 32971, 32976, 32978, 33401, 33402, 33403, 33404, 33405, 33406, 33407, 33408, 33409, 33410, 33411, 33412, 33413, 33414, 33415, 33416, 33417, 33418, 33419, 33420, 33421, 33422, 33424, 33425, 33426, 33427, 33428, 33429, 33430, 33431, 33432, 33433, 33434, 33435, 33436, 33437, 33438, 33440, 33444, 33445, 33446, 33448, 33449, 33454, 33455, 33458, 33459, 33460, 33461, 33462, 33463, 33464, 33465, 33466, 33467, 33468, 33469, 33470, 33471, 33472, 33473, 33474, 33475, 33476, 33477, 33478, 33480, 33481, 33482, 33483, 33484, 33486, 33487, 33488, 33493, 33496, 33497, 33498, 33499, 33503, 33508, 33509, 33510, 33511, 33513, 33514, 33521, 33523, 33524, 33525, 33526, 33527, 33530, 33534, 33537, 33538, 33539, 33540, 33541, 33542, 33543, 33544, 33545, 33547, 33548, 33549, 33550, 33556, 33558, 33559, 33563, 33564, 33565, 33566, 33567, 33568, 33569, 33570, 33571, 33572, 33573, 33574, 33575, 33576, 33578, 33579, 33583, 33584, 33585, 33586, 33587, 33592, 33593, 33594, 33595, 33596, 33597, 33598, 33601, 33602, 33603, 33604, 33605, 33606, 33607, 33608, 33609, 33610, 33611, 33612, 33613, 33614, 33615, 33616, 33617, 33618, 33619, 33620, 33621, 33622, 33623, 33624, 33625, 33626, 33629, 33630, 33631, 33633, 33634, 33635, 33637, 33646, 33647, 33650, 33655, 33660, 33664, 33672, 33673, 33674, 33675, 33677, 33679, 33680, 33681, 33682, 33684, 33685, 33686, 33687, 33688, 33689, 33694, 33701, 33702, 33703, 33704, 33705, 33706, 33707, 33708, 33709, 33710, 33711, 33712, 33713, 33714, 33715, 33716, 33729, 33730, 33731, 33732, 33733, 33734, 33736, 33738, 33740, 33741, 33742, 33743, 33744, 33747, 33755, 33756, 33757, 33758, 33759, 33760, 33761, 33762, 33763, 33764, 33765, 33766, 33767, 33769, 33770, 33771, 33772, 33773, 33774, 33775, 33776, 33777, 33778, 33779, 33780, 33781, 33782, 33784, 33785, 33786, 33801, 33802, 33803, 33804, 33805, 33806, 33807, 33809, 33810, 33811, 33812, 33813, 33815, 33820, 33823, 33825, 33826, 33827, 33830, 33831, 33834, 33835, 33836, 33837, 33838, 33839, 33840, 33841, 33843, 33844, 33845, 33846, 33847, 33848, 33849, 33850, 33851, 33852, 33853, 33854, 33855, 33856, 33857, 33858, 33859, 33860, 33862, 33863, 33865, 33867, 33868, 33870, 33871, 33872, 33873, 33875, 33876, 33877, 33880, 33881, 33882, 33883, 33884, 33885, 33888, 33890, 33896, 33897, 33898, 33901, 33902, 33903, 33904, 33905, 33906, 33907, 33908, 33909, 33910, 33911, 33912, 33913, 33914, 33915, 33916, 33917, 33918, 33919, 33920, 33921, 33922, 33924, 33927, 33928, 33929, 33930, 33931, 33932, 33935, 33936, 33938, 33944, 33945, 33946, 33947, 33948, 33949, 33950, 33951, 33952, 33953, 33954, 33955, 33956, 33957, 33960, 33965, 33966, 33967, 33970, 33971, 33972, 33973, 33974, 33975, 33976, 33980, 33981, 33982, 33983, 33990, 33991, 33993, 33994, 34101, 34102, 34103, 34104, 34105, 34106, 34107, 34108, 34109, 34110, 34112, 34113, 34114, 34116, 34117, 34119, 34120, 34133, 34134, 34135, 34136, 34137, 34138, 34139, 34140, 34141, 34142, 34143, 34145, 34146, 34201, 34202, 34203, 34204, 34205, 34206, 34207, 34208, 34209, 34210, 34211, 34212, 34215, 34216, 34217, 34218, 34219, 34220, 34221, 34222, 34223, 34224, 34228, 34229, 34230, 34231, 34232, 34233, 34234, 34235, 34236, 34237, 34238, 34239, 34240, 34241, 34242, 34243, 34249, 34250, 34251, 34260, 34264, 34265, 34266, 34267, 34268, 34269, 34270, 34272, 34274, 34275, 34276, 34277, 34280, 34281, 34282, 34284, 34285, 34286, 34287, 34288, 34289, 34290, 34291, 34292, 34293, 34295, 34420, 34421, 34423, 34428, 34429, 34430, 34431, 34432, 34433, 34434, 34436, 34441, 34442, 34445, 34446, 34447, 34448, 34449, 34450, 34451, 34452, 34453, 34460, 34461, 34464, 34465, 34470, 34471, 34472, 34473, 34474, 34475, 34476, 34477, 34478, 34479, 34480, 34481, 34482, 34483, 34484, 34487, 34488, 34489, 34491, 34492, 34601, 34602, 34603, 34604, 34605, 34606, 34607, 34608, 34609, 34610, 34611, 34613, 34614, 34636, 34637, 34638, 34639, 34652, 34653, 34654, 34655, 34656, 34660, 34661, 34667, 34668, 34669, 34673, 34674, 34677, 34679, 34680, 34681, 34682, 34683, 34684, 34685, 34688, 34689, 34690, 34691, 34692, 34695, 34697, 34698, 34705, 34711, 34712, 34713, 34714, 34715, 34729, 34731, 34734, 34736, 34737, 34739, 34740, 34741, 34742, 34743, 34744, 34745, 34746, 34747, 34748, 34749, 34753, 34755, 34756, 34758, 34759, 34760, 34761, 34762, 34769, 34770, 34771, 34772, 34773, 34777, 34778, 34785, 34786, 34787, 34788, 34789, 34797, 34945, 34946, 34947, 34948, 34949, 34950, 34951, 34952, 34953, 34954, 34956, 34957, 34958, 34972, 34973, 34974, 34979, 34981, 34982, 34983, 34984, 34985, 34986, 34987, 34988, 34990, 34991, 34992, 34994, 34995, 34996, 34997

2The FEMA no check-cashing fee offer is available only to Regions customers; if you are not a Regions customer, you must enroll in Now Banking. No checking account is required to enroll in Now Banking. Regions reserves the right to refuse to cash any check.

3May be subject to credit approval. Interest will continue to accrue during the period that the payment is skipped or deferred. For installment loans, deferring or skipping payment may extend the maturity of your loan but will not automatically extend any optional insurance. Forbearances, skipped payments and deferrals (a) may vary by customer, (b) postpone – rather than forgive – certain payment obligations and (c) may require payment in full of the postponed payments at the end of the forbearance or deferral period, in addition to any other amounts that come due, unless you make other arrangements with Regions to resolve the delinquency.

4New business loan and personal unsecured loan rate discounts may not be combined with other special offers or discounts. Interest will accrue during the optional 90-day payment deferral period for unsecured business loans if elected.

5Auto loan rate discount of up to 0.50% includes 0.25% disaster relief rate discount with an additional 0.25% rate discount when you enroll in auto debit payments from an existing Regions checking account. Auto loan rate discounts cannot be combined with other special offers or discounts.

Regions and the Regions logo are registered trademarks of Regions Bank. The LifeGreen color is a trademark of Regions Bank.

By Ashley Foster

TAMPA, Fla., October 30, 2024 /3BL/ – The Regions Foundation announced a series of grants totaling $200,000 in support of disaster-recovery efforts following Hurricane Milton. The Foundation is a nonprofit that is primarily funded by Regions Bank, which launched its own response to Milton by offering special banking services for people and businesses affected by the storm.

Regions Foundation Grants:

From the $200,000 in grant funding from the Regions Foundation, organizations supported will include:

The American Red Cross: Currently, Red Cross personnel are on the ground in communities across Florida that were impacted not only by Milton, but also Hurricane Helene. The Regions Foundation is contributing $150,000 from its $200,000 in Milton-recovery grant funding to support these extensive Red Cross operations. This is in addition to the $100,000 for the American Red Cross that was announced by the Foundation on Oct. 1 in support of Helene recovery in several states.Feeding Tampa Bay: Serving 10 counties in western Florida – from Citrus County to the north, to the Tampa-St. Petersburg metro, to Manatee, Hardee and Highlands counties to the south – Feeding Tampa Bay has extensive experience in combating hunger. This includes during times of disaster recovery, when people have lost not only homes or belongings, but also, in many cases, a steady supply of nourishment. As a longtime community partner, the Regions Foundation is allocating $25,000 of its Milton-recovery grant funding to support Feeding Tampa Bay’s ongoing work.United Way Suncoast: Resource centers organized by United Way Suncoast are connecting people with case workers who can help them navigate storm recovery, including by assisting with FEMA applications for relief. Serving Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota and surrounding areas, United Way Suncoast is also organizing resources to meet recovery needs beyond the short term, with a focus on mid-term and long-term recovery needs. The Regions Foundation is designating $25,000 of its Milton-recovery grant funding to support these initiatives.

“As soon as the skies cleared, these organizations were on the ground delivering urgent care and support to hard-hit communities,” said Marta Mendes-Miguel Self, executive director of the Regions Foundation. “People are coming together to uplift their neighbors, and the Regions Foundation is proud to support this work. We encourage others, no matter where you are, to consider how your donations or volunteer work can also help relief agencies in the days and weeks to come.”

“The nonprofit community is making a powerful difference for people throughout the state,” added April Grajales, market executive for Regions Bank in Tampa. “Regions Bank associates are thankful to our colleagues at the Regions Foundation for delivering these grants that will help meet ongoing recovery needs. Long after a storm has left the headlines, nonprofits like the Red Cross, United Way and Feeding Tampa Bay are still in local neighborhoods, connecting people with vital resources. All of us who call Florida home are thankful for their dedication.”

Regions Bank Disaster-Recovery Services:

The grants from the Regions Foundation are in addition to disaster-recovery financial services announced by Regions Bank on Oct. 11. The bank’s branch network in western, central and eastern Florida fared well during the storm, with most locations back open and serving customers. The limited number of branches that remain closed will reopen as soon as possible pending the restoration of power or, in some cases, minor repairs.

Regions’ disaster-recovery financial services include the following for impacted areas1:

Regions will waive ATM Surcharges at Regions ATMs for non-customers in the impacted areas1 through at least Oct. 23.The bank will also waive fees charged when Regions customers use other banks’ ATMs in the impacted areas through at least Oct. 23. (Note: Fees charged by other banks or ATM owners may still apply.)Regions will provide Mortgage Disaster Relief Purchase and Renovation loan programs.The bank will remove check-cashing fees for FEMA-issued checks when cashed in a Regions branch2.Personal and business loan payment assistance3 is available for qualified customers.Regions is offering payment deferrals for current credit card holders3.The bank can provide business loan payment deferrals of up to 90 days3.Additionally, Regions is offering one penalty-free CD withdrawal upon request (unless within seven days of issuance or renewal).Regions is offering a Disaster Response interest rate discount of 0.50% on new personal unsecured loans when customers apply in a branch or by phone4.Regions is offering a Disaster Response interest rate discount of 0.50% on standard rates for new business loans or lines of credit of up to $1 million to help with recovery needs in impacted areas4.Regions is offering a Disaster Response interest rate discount of 0.50% on new unsecured business term loans of up to $50,000 with up to 36-month terms, including waived origination and loan document fees, as well as options for the first payments to be deferred by up to 90 days4.Regions is offering a Disaster Response interest rate discount of up to 0.50% on non-business auto loans when customers apply in-branch or by phone5.Dedicated Contact Center:For help with loans, credit cards, or deposit accounts: 1-800-221-7471For help with any other banking need: 1-800-411-9393Areas covered by these services could be expanded based on continued assessments. Check https://www.regions.com/hurricanemilton for an updated list of areas where these offers are available as damage assessments continue.

“Year-round, we’re focused on helping people assess their financial needs and build a successful path forward; that’s especially true today as our teams take the time to listen to how we can help with storm-recovery needs,” said John Jordan, head of Retail for Regions Bank. “As even more branches come back online this week, we’re ready to serve. And our digital banking options are always just a click or a tap away.”

Tailored Support:

Regions Bank teams can also be contacted at the following numbers for customized guidance on a range of services, including:

Mortgages, home equity loans and lines: 1-800-748-9498Other consumer loans: 1-866-298-1113Any other banking needs: 1-800-411-9393

About Regions Foundation:
The Alabama-based Region Foundation supports community investments that positively impact communities served by Regions Bank. The Foundation engages in a grantmaking program focused on priorities including economic and community development; education and workforce readiness; and financial wellness. The Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation funded primarily through contributions from Regions Bank. To learn more about the Regions Foundation visit www.regions.com/foundation.

About Regions Financial Corporation
Regions Financial Corporation (NYSE:RF), with $154 billion in assets, is a member of the S&P 500 Index and is one of the nation’s largest full-service providers of consumer and commercial banking, wealth management, and mortgage products and services. Regions serves customers across the South, Midwest and Texas, and through its subsidiary, Regions Bank, operates approximately 1,250 banking offices and more than 2,000 ATMs. Regions Bank is an Equal Housing Lender and Member FDIC. Additional information about Regions and its full line of products and services can be found at www.regions.com.

1Offers are available for a limited time and only to individuals and businesses affected by the recent disaster in the ZIP codes listed below, may be subject to other exclusions and restrictions, and are subject to change without notice. All loans and lines, deferrals, extensions or forbearances may be subject to required documentation and credit approval. Residency restrictions may apply.

Affected ZIP codes are as follows; please note: the list of ZIP codes could be expanded to include additional communities based on ongoing assessments from the Federal Emergency Management Agency:

32003, 32004, 32006, 32007, 32030, 32033, 32043, 32050, 32065, 32067, 32068, 32073, 32079, 32080, 32081, 32082, 32084, 32085, 32086, 32092, 32095, 32099, 32102, 32105, 32110, 32111, 32112, 32113, 32114, 32115, 32116, 32117, 32118, 32119, 32120, 32121, 32122, 32123, 32124, 32125, 32126, 32127, 32128, 32129, 32130, 32131, 32132, 32133, 32134, 32135, 32136, 32137, 32138, 32139, 32140, 32141, 32142, 32143, 32145, 32147, 32148, 32149, 32157, 32158, 32159, 32160, 32162, 32163, 32164, 32168, 32169, 32170, 32173, 32174, 32175, 32176, 32177, 32178, 32179, 32180, 32181, 32182, 32183, 32185, 32187, 32189, 32190, 32192, 32193, 32195, 32198, 32201, 32202, 32203, 32204, 32205, 32206, 32207, 32208, 32209, 32210, 32211, 32212, 32214, 32216, 32217, 32218, 32219, 32220, 32221, 32222, 32223, 32224, 32225, 32226, 32227, 32228, 32229, 32231, 32232, 32233, 32234, 32235, 32236, 32238, 32239, 32240, 32241, 32244, 32245, 32246, 32247, 32250, 32254, 32255, 32256, 32257, 32258, 32259, 32260, 32266, 32277, 32617, 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Saint-Gobain, through its building products subsidiary CertainTeed Canada Inc., today unveiled CarbonLow™, a new line of low-carbon gypsum wallboard to be sold in Canada starting in 2025. With up to 60% less embodied carbon cradle-to-gate than traditional alternatives, CarbonLow™ will allow contractors and homeowners to utilize the quality CertainTeed solutions they trust, while reducing their environmental footprint.

Announced by Saint-Gobain Canada CEO Julie Bonamy at CertainTeed Canada’s annual Architecture Symposium, the CarbonLow™ wallboard will be the first of its kind for Saint-Gobain in North America. The new product line is set to be manufactured at CertainTeed’s gypsum facility in Ville de Sainte-Catherine, Quebec, which will soon be North America’s first zero-carbon (scopes 1 and 2) gypsum wallboard facility and the largest in the world. CertainTeed is working to update equipment and transition the plant away from fossil fuels to being powered completely by hydro-electricity from Hydro-Quebec.

“CarbonLow™ represents not only a new, high quality product line for our customers but a fulfillment of our promise to provide solutions for the decarbonization of the built environment,” said Julie Bonamy, CEO of Saint-Gobain Canada. “Over the past three years, we have made significant investments to grow our business here in Canada, and today’s announcement is further evidence of our commitment to offering sustainable solutions for our stakeholders throughout the country.”

The CarbonLow™ range of products includes Easi-Lite®, Type X, M2Tech®, and GlasRoc® family of products, which represents a complete portfolio of essential interior and exterior gypsum cladded solutions for commercial, institutional, residential, healthcare and industrial segments. The lower embodied carbon wallboard will offer new solutions to architects to achieve building decarbonization in their designs, while requiring no change to standard installation procedures for contractors. To learn more about CarbonLow™ visit www.carbonlowgypsum.ca.

Today’s announcement comes as Saint-Gobain continues its commitment to growth and sustainable construction solutions in Canada:

In June, Saint-Gobain completed the acquisition of The Bailey Group of Companies, a leading manufacturer of metal framing building solutions in Canada. This acquisition is the company’s third in Canada in three years after Kaycan (2022) and Building Products of Canada (2023), tripling its presence in the country. Along with CertainTeed, Saint-Gobain Canada now offers a full portfolio of building solutions, both interior and exterior, in Canada.In May, Saint-Gobain announced a partnership with TimberHP, offering high-performance wood fiber insulation in North America as the exclusive distribution partner in Canada.In February, the company completed the installation of a heat recovery system at its gypsum wallboard plant outside Vancouver, reducing scope 1 carbon emissions by up to 15%.In 2023, Saint-Gobain celebrated over 1 million tonnes of gypsum wallboard recycled and returned to production at its facility in Vancouver. The company operates similar recycling operations in Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec.

With over 160 manufacturing locations in Canada and the United States, every current and future member of the company’s team plays a vital role in achieving its sustainability goals. A current list of job openings at all Saint-Gobain locations can be found on the company’s careers website.     

About CertainTeed

With innovative building solutions made possible through its comprehensive offering of interior and exterior products, CertainTeed is transforming how the industry builds. As leaders in building science and sustainable construction, CertainTeed makes it easier than ever to create high-performance, energy-efficient places to live, work and play, so that together we can make the world a better home. 

A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,900 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout Canada and the United States. www.certainteed.ca

About Saint-Gobain

Worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group’s commitment is guided by its purpose, “MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME”.

€47.9 billion in sales in 2023 
160,000 employees, locations in 76 countries 
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050

Saint-Gobain, through its building products subsidiary CertainTeed Canada Inc., today unveiled CarbonLow™, a new line of low-carbon gypsum wallboard to be sold in Canada starting in 2025. With up to 60% less embodied carbon cradle-to-gate than traditional alternatives, CarbonLow™ will allow contractors and homeowners to utilize the quality CertainTeed solutions they trust, while reducing their environmental footprint.

Announced by Saint-Gobain Canada CEO Julie Bonamy at CertainTeed Canada’s annual Architecture Symposium, the CarbonLow™ wallboard will be the first of its kind for Saint-Gobain in North America. The new product line is set to be manufactured at CertainTeed’s gypsum facility in Ville de Sainte-Catherine, Quebec, which will soon be North America’s first zero-carbon (scopes 1 and 2) gypsum wallboard facility and the largest in the world. CertainTeed is working to update equipment and transition the plant away from fossil fuels to being powered completely by hydro-electricity from Hydro-Quebec.

“CarbonLow™ represents not only a new, high quality product line for our customers but a fulfillment of our promise to provide solutions for the decarbonization of the built environment,” said Julie Bonamy, CEO of Saint-Gobain Canada. “Over the past three years, we have made significant investments to grow our business here in Canada, and today’s announcement is further evidence of our commitment to offering sustainable solutions for our stakeholders throughout the country.”

The CarbonLow™ range of products includes Easi-Lite®, Type X, M2Tech®, and GlasRoc® family of products, which represents a complete portfolio of essential interior and exterior gypsum cladded solutions for commercial, institutional, residential, healthcare and industrial segments. The lower embodied carbon wallboard will offer new solutions to architects to achieve building decarbonization in their designs, while requiring no change to standard installation procedures for contractors. To learn more about CarbonLow™ visit www.carbonlowgypsum.ca.

Today’s announcement comes as Saint-Gobain continues its commitment to growth and sustainable construction solutions in Canada:

In June, Saint-Gobain completed the acquisition of The Bailey Group of Companies, a leading manufacturer of metal framing building solutions in Canada. This acquisition is the company’s third in Canada in three years after Kaycan (2022) and Building Products of Canada (2023), tripling its presence in the country. Along with CertainTeed, Saint-Gobain Canada now offers a full portfolio of building solutions, both interior and exterior, in Canada.In May, Saint-Gobain announced a partnership with TimberHP, offering high-performance wood fiber insulation in North America as the exclusive distribution partner in Canada.In February, the company completed the installation of a heat recovery system at its gypsum wallboard plant outside Vancouver, reducing scope 1 carbon emissions by up to 15%.In 2023, Saint-Gobain celebrated over 1 million tonnes of gypsum wallboard recycled and returned to production at its facility in Vancouver. The company operates similar recycling operations in Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec.

With over 160 manufacturing locations in Canada and the United States, every current and future member of the company’s team plays a vital role in achieving its sustainability goals. A current list of job openings at all Saint-Gobain locations can be found on the company’s careers website.     

About CertainTeed

With innovative building solutions made possible through its comprehensive offering of interior and exterior products, CertainTeed is transforming how the industry builds. As leaders in building science and sustainable construction, CertainTeed makes it easier than ever to create high-performance, energy-efficient places to live, work and play, so that together we can make the world a better home. 

A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,900 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout Canada and the United States. www.certainteed.ca

About Saint-Gobain

Worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group’s commitment is guided by its purpose, “MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME”.

€47.9 billion in sales in 2023 
160,000 employees, locations in 76 countries 
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050

Not-for-profit boards are pivotal to ensure governance and organizational effectiveness, and to uphold the mission and vision while maintaining accountability and transparency. As the technology landscape evolves, artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as a transformative force across various sectors, including the not-for-profit industry. AI offers innovative solutions to enhance decision-making, efficiency and strategic planning and help not-for-profit boards fulfill their stewardship responsibilities more effectively.

AI and not-for-profit boards

Not-for-profit governance frameworks can integrate AI technologies in several ways. From automating routine tasks to providing deep insights through data analytics, AI is revolutionizing how boards operate. The benefits of AI in this context include improved decision-making processes, increased operational efficiencies and enhanced strategic planning capabilities. AI tools can quickly analyze vast amounts of data, identify patterns and provide actionable insights that help boards make informed decisions.

Not-for-profit board essentials: Duties, liabilities and effective board/management partnerships

Not-for-profit boards have many key responsibilities, including steering the vision, advising on the organization’s strategic direction, providing financial and risk management oversight and maintaining stakeholder accountability. Board members also have legal and ethical responsibilities, such as fiduciary duties, and must understand and comply with laws and regulations associated with these duties. Understanding these responsibilities and liabilities is critical for effective and ethical board governance.

Equally important is fostering a strong partnership between the board and management. This collaboration ensures that the management team effectively implements the board’s guidance on the strategic vision. AI enhances this partnership by providing tools for real-time data sharing, performance tracking and strategic alignment, thereby improving communication and collaboration.

AI’s role in guiding not-for-profit boards: Seven primary areas of responsibility

Mission and planning: AI tools can assist in strategic planning and mission alignment by analyzing trends, forecasting future scenarios and providing insights into the potential impact of various strategies. Predictive analytics can help boards anticipate environmental changes and adjust their plans accordingly.Financial stewardship: AI-driven financial analysis and forecasting tools can enhance the board’s ability to oversee the organization’s economic health. Automated reporting systems can increase transparency and accountability by providing real-time financial data and insights.Human resources stewardship: AI can be used in talent acquisition, retention and development by identifying the best candidates, predicting employee turnover and providing personalized development plans. AI tools can also help foster a diverse and inclusive organizational culture by mitigating biases in hiring and promotion processes.Performance monitoring and accountability: AI enables real-time performance tracking and reporting, allowing boards to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure the organization is on track to meet its goals. AI can also help set realistic and achievable KPIs based on data-driven insights.Community representation and advocacy: AI can enhance community engagement and outreach by analyzing community needs, preferences and feedback. AI tools can also support advocacy efforts by identifying key stakeholders, crafting targeted messages and measuring the impact of advocacy campaigns.Risk management: AI can identify and mitigate risks by analyzing data to detect potential threats and vulnerabilities. Predictive analytics enables boards to take the initiative to manage risks and ensure the organization’s long-term sustainability by anticipating and addressing risks before they escalate.Managing critical events and transitional phases: AI can support leadership transitions and critical events by offering scenario planning and crisis management tools. These tools help boards navigate complex situations and make informed decisions during periods of change, ensuring stability and continuity.

10 critical questions for not-for-profit boards using AI

When considering the adoption of AI to enhance oversight responsibilities, not-for-profit boards should ask the following questions to make informed and strategic decisions and get started on their AI journey.

Can AI assist in aligning activities with mission and strategic goals and support strategic planning processes?Can AI enhance financial oversight and forecasting capabilities? What are the costs and return on investment (ROI) associated with implementing AI solutions?Can AI assist in recruiting, retaining and developing our staff and volunteers? What measures are in place to ensure AI tools do not perpetuate biases in hiring and promotion processes?Can AI improve our ability to monitor and report on organizational performance and KPIs? Can AI help us track them more effectively?Can AI tools help us understand and engage with the community and stakeholders? What AI-driven methods exist to enhance advocacy efforts and measure their impact?Can AI help identify and proactively manage risks and opportunities?Does AI support leadership transitions and critical events and assist with scenario planning and crisis management?What ethical considerations should we be aware of when implementing AI solutions and ensuring compliance with data privacy laws and regulations when using AI? What steps are involved in integrating AI into our existing systems and processes?How do we train our staff and board members to use and sustain AI tools effectively?Can we measure the effectiveness of AI tools in enhancing our oversight responsibilities, and what processes are in place to review and update our AI strategies regularly? Do we have the right systems, datasets, controls and governance in place to leverage AI in a safe and responsible manner?

Key takeaways: The power of AI for not-for-profit boards

AI transforms not-for-profit governance by enhancing board performance and organizational effectiveness. By integrating AI into their operations, not-for-profit boards can improve decision-making, increase efficiency and better fulfill their stewardship responsibilities. By asking critical questions regarding the use of AI, boards can better understand AI’s potential benefits and challenges, ensuring they make informed decisions that enhance their oversight duties and overall organizational effectiveness. As AI technology evolves, its role in not-for-profit governance will likely expand, offering even more opportunities for innovation and improvement.

Contact a specialist for more information or to learn how Baker Tilly can help your not-for-profit organization enhance board governance with AI and other tools.

Not-for-profit boards are pivotal to ensure governance and organizational effectiveness, and to uphold the mission and vision while maintaining accountability and transparency. As the technology landscape evolves, artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as a transformative force across various sectors, including the not-for-profit industry. AI offers innovative solutions to enhance decision-making, efficiency and strategic planning and help not-for-profit boards fulfill their stewardship responsibilities more effectively.

AI and not-for-profit boards

Not-for-profit governance frameworks can integrate AI technologies in several ways. From automating routine tasks to providing deep insights through data analytics, AI is revolutionizing how boards operate. The benefits of AI in this context include improved decision-making processes, increased operational efficiencies and enhanced strategic planning capabilities. AI tools can quickly analyze vast amounts of data, identify patterns and provide actionable insights that help boards make informed decisions.

Not-for-profit board essentials: Duties, liabilities and effective board/management partnerships

Not-for-profit boards have many key responsibilities, including steering the vision, advising on the organization’s strategic direction, providing financial and risk management oversight and maintaining stakeholder accountability. Board members also have legal and ethical responsibilities, such as fiduciary duties, and must understand and comply with laws and regulations associated with these duties. Understanding these responsibilities and liabilities is critical for effective and ethical board governance.

Equally important is fostering a strong partnership between the board and management. This collaboration ensures that the management team effectively implements the board’s guidance on the strategic vision. AI enhances this partnership by providing tools for real-time data sharing, performance tracking and strategic alignment, thereby improving communication and collaboration.

AI’s role in guiding not-for-profit boards: Seven primary areas of responsibility

Mission and planning: AI tools can assist in strategic planning and mission alignment by analyzing trends, forecasting future scenarios and providing insights into the potential impact of various strategies. Predictive analytics can help boards anticipate environmental changes and adjust their plans accordingly.Financial stewardship: AI-driven financial analysis and forecasting tools can enhance the board’s ability to oversee the organization’s economic health. Automated reporting systems can increase transparency and accountability by providing real-time financial data and insights.Human resources stewardship: AI can be used in talent acquisition, retention and development by identifying the best candidates, predicting employee turnover and providing personalized development plans. AI tools can also help foster a diverse and inclusive organizational culture by mitigating biases in hiring and promotion processes.Performance monitoring and accountability: AI enables real-time performance tracking and reporting, allowing boards to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure the organization is on track to meet its goals. AI can also help set realistic and achievable KPIs based on data-driven insights.Community representation and advocacy: AI can enhance community engagement and outreach by analyzing community needs, preferences and feedback. AI tools can also support advocacy efforts by identifying key stakeholders, crafting targeted messages and measuring the impact of advocacy campaigns.Risk management: AI can identify and mitigate risks by analyzing data to detect potential threats and vulnerabilities. Predictive analytics enables boards to take the initiative to manage risks and ensure the organization’s long-term sustainability by anticipating and addressing risks before they escalate.Managing critical events and transitional phases: AI can support leadership transitions and critical events by offering scenario planning and crisis management tools. These tools help boards navigate complex situations and make informed decisions during periods of change, ensuring stability and continuity.

10 critical questions for not-for-profit boards using AI

When considering the adoption of AI to enhance oversight responsibilities, not-for-profit boards should ask the following questions to make informed and strategic decisions and get started on their AI journey.

Can AI assist in aligning activities with mission and strategic goals and support strategic planning processes?Can AI enhance financial oversight and forecasting capabilities? What are the costs and return on investment (ROI) associated with implementing AI solutions?Can AI assist in recruiting, retaining and developing our staff and volunteers? What measures are in place to ensure AI tools do not perpetuate biases in hiring and promotion processes?Can AI improve our ability to monitor and report on organizational performance and KPIs? Can AI help us track them more effectively?Can AI tools help us understand and engage with the community and stakeholders? What AI-driven methods exist to enhance advocacy efforts and measure their impact?Can AI help identify and proactively manage risks and opportunities?Does AI support leadership transitions and critical events and assist with scenario planning and crisis management?What ethical considerations should we be aware of when implementing AI solutions and ensuring compliance with data privacy laws and regulations when using AI? What steps are involved in integrating AI into our existing systems and processes?How do we train our staff and board members to use and sustain AI tools effectively?Can we measure the effectiveness of AI tools in enhancing our oversight responsibilities, and what processes are in place to review and update our AI strategies regularly? Do we have the right systems, datasets, controls and governance in place to leverage AI in a safe and responsible manner?

Key takeaways: The power of AI for not-for-profit boards

AI transforms not-for-profit governance by enhancing board performance and organizational effectiveness. By integrating AI into their operations, not-for-profit boards can improve decision-making, increase efficiency and better fulfill their stewardship responsibilities. By asking critical questions regarding the use of AI, boards can better understand AI’s potential benefits and challenges, ensuring they make informed decisions that enhance their oversight duties and overall organizational effectiveness. As AI technology evolves, its role in not-for-profit governance will likely expand, offering even more opportunities for innovation and improvement.

Contact a specialist for more information or to learn how Baker Tilly can help your not-for-profit organization enhance board governance with AI and other tools.

NEW HAVEN, Ct., October 30, 2024 /3BL/ – New Reach, Inc. of New Haven has received a $300,000 Community Impact Grant from KeyBank Foundation. The grant will provide funding over three years to support the FISH hunger-fighting initiative, a program serving Greater New Haven that delivers healthy groceries to residents who are homebound due to age or health-related mobility limitations. Merged in 2023 with New Reach, a leading agency in interventions for homelessness, FISH is the only resource in the area dedicated exclusively to ensuring food security for people who cannot utilize traditional pantries. KeyBank’s funding will be used to stabilize FISH operations, supporting existing personnel costs and core operating expenses, while also enabling leadership to explore avenues to optimize and sustain the program for the long-term benefit of the population served.

“I want to extend our deepest gratitude to KeyBank for their incredibly generous donation to FISH, our food security program,” said New Reach CEO Kellyann Day. “Their support not only helps to provide essential resources to those in need but also strengthens our mission of ensuring that no one in our community goes hungry. This donation will make a real, lasting impact, and we are truly thankful for their commitment to creating positive change.”

New Reach strives to make homelessness and hunger a rare, brief, and one-time experience for everyone it serves. As a leader in Connecticut, the agency has been providing innovative interventions and supportive services to people in crisis for the last 34 years. New Reach serves over 5,000 adults and children annually in Greater New Haven and Fairfield County through a broad spectrum of prevention, crisis, and housing programs. Last year, New Reach added FISH to its organization, a nonprofit focused on food security that had become an institution in the New Haven area over its 55 years of service. The merger has enabled FISH to benefit operationally from New Reach’s infrastructure, including administrative support, quality assurance, and fundraising efforts. FISH serves over 1,200 residents from more than 800 households each month, including elderly persons and young children.

“KeyBank Foundation focuses on improving lives in the communities that our bank serves by partnering with nonprofits who create safe, healthy, affordable, inclusive communities,” said KeyBank Market President Matthew Hummel. “We share New Reach’s vision to create access to affordable housing, nutritious food, and other basic services that residents need to be healthy and self-sufficient.”

KeyBank Foundation grants are part of a $40 billion commitment for lending and investments across Key’s national footprint established in 2017 and supporting affordable housing and community development projects, home, and small business lending in low- and-moderate income communities, and philanthropic efforts targeted toward education, workforce development, and safe, vital neighborhoods. For more information, visit www.Key.com/Foundation.

About New Reach Inc. and FISH, A Program of New Reach

New Reach is the entry point to an integrated system of care, providing a solution-oriented process with the goal of achievable and sustainable results. The multifaceted organization offers eviction prevention, shelter diversion, shelters for women and children, FISH, rapid rehousing, supportive housing, and affordable housing. New Reach attributes its success to its best practice model, commitment to long-term impact, strategic planning, and dedicated staff, all working together toward the mission to inspire lasting independence for all affected by homelessness and poverty through a continuum of housing and support, using the most innovative, progressive, equitable and inclusive methods.

FISH, previously FISH of Greater New Haven, operated for 55 years as a standalone community organization. Its mission-driven work was refined to a food security focus under a pantry model for the last 30 years, evolving over time in response to the growing need for a delivery system to serve mobility-compromised homebound clients. FISH credits its success to its resourceful staff and dedicated volunteers. Every month, over one hundred people give their time to assist the program team with preparing packages of groceries and making home deliveries. With the merger officially integrating FISH as a program, New Reach is committed to ensuring that the operation continues to deliver the vital service that clients have come to count on, providing food security and promoting wellbeing within the community.

About KeyBank Foundation: 
KeyBank Foundation serves to fulfill KeyBank’s purpose to help clients and communities thrive, and its mission is to support organizations and programs that prepare people for thriving futures. The Foundation’s mission is advanced through three funding priorities – neighbors, education, and workforce – and through community service. To provide meaningful philanthropy that transforms lives, KeyBank Foundation listens carefully to understand the unique characteristics and needs of its communities and then backs solutions with targeted philanthropic investments. KeyBank Foundation is a nonprofit charitable foundation, funded by KeyCorp.

About KeyCorp/KeyBank 
KeyCorp’s roots trace back nearly 200 years to Albany, New York. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Key is one of the nation’s largest bank-based financial services companies, with assets of approximately $190 billion at September 30, 2024. Key provides deposit, lending, cash management, and investment services to individuals and businesses in 15 states under the name KeyBank National Association through a network of approximately 1,000 branches and approximately 1,200 ATMs. Key also provides a broad range of sophisticated corporate and investment banking products, such as merger and acquisition advice, public and private debt and equity, syndications and derivatives to middle market companies in selected industries throughout the United States under the KeyBanc Capital Markets trade name. For more information, visit https://www.key.com/. KeyBank is Member FDIC.

Media contacts: 
New Reach: Sheridan Robles, Development, Marketing & Communication Officer| 475-480-4016 | srobles@newreach.org 
KeyBank: Karen Crane, Communications Manager | 203-789-2752 | karen_crane@keybank.com

NEW HAVEN, Ct., October 30, 2024 /3BL/ – New Reach, Inc. of New Haven has received a $300,000 Community Impact Grant from KeyBank Foundation. The grant will provide funding over three years to support the FISH hunger-fighting initiative, a program serving Greater New Haven that delivers healthy groceries to residents who are homebound due to age or health-related mobility limitations. Merged in 2023 with New Reach, a leading agency in interventions for homelessness, FISH is the only resource in the area dedicated exclusively to ensuring food security for people who cannot utilize traditional pantries. KeyBank’s funding will be used to stabilize FISH operations, supporting existing personnel costs and core operating expenses, while also enabling leadership to explore avenues to optimize and sustain the program for the long-term benefit of the population served.

“I want to extend our deepest gratitude to KeyBank for their incredibly generous donation to FISH, our food security program,” said New Reach CEO Kellyann Day. “Their support not only helps to provide essential resources to those in need but also strengthens our mission of ensuring that no one in our community goes hungry. This donation will make a real, lasting impact, and we are truly thankful for their commitment to creating positive change.”

New Reach strives to make homelessness and hunger a rare, brief, and one-time experience for everyone it serves. As a leader in Connecticut, the agency has been providing innovative interventions and supportive services to people in crisis for the last 34 years. New Reach serves over 5,000 adults and children annually in Greater New Haven and Fairfield County through a broad spectrum of prevention, crisis, and housing programs. Last year, New Reach added FISH to its organization, a nonprofit focused on food security that had become an institution in the New Haven area over its 55 years of service. The merger has enabled FISH to benefit operationally from New Reach’s infrastructure, including administrative support, quality assurance, and fundraising efforts. FISH serves over 1,200 residents from more than 800 households each month, including elderly persons and young children.

“KeyBank Foundation focuses on improving lives in the communities that our bank serves by partnering with nonprofits who create safe, healthy, affordable, inclusive communities,” said KeyBank Market President Matthew Hummel. “We share New Reach’s vision to create access to affordable housing, nutritious food, and other basic services that residents need to be healthy and self-sufficient.”

KeyBank Foundation grants are part of a $40 billion commitment for lending and investments across Key’s national footprint established in 2017 and supporting affordable housing and community development projects, home, and small business lending in low- and-moderate income communities, and philanthropic efforts targeted toward education, workforce development, and safe, vital neighborhoods. For more information, visit www.Key.com/Foundation.

About New Reach Inc. and FISH, A Program of New Reach

New Reach is the entry point to an integrated system of care, providing a solution-oriented process with the goal of achievable and sustainable results. The multifaceted organization offers eviction prevention, shelter diversion, shelters for women and children, FISH, rapid rehousing, supportive housing, and affordable housing. New Reach attributes its success to its best practice model, commitment to long-term impact, strategic planning, and dedicated staff, all working together toward the mission to inspire lasting independence for all affected by homelessness and poverty through a continuum of housing and support, using the most innovative, progressive, equitable and inclusive methods.

FISH, previously FISH of Greater New Haven, operated for 55 years as a standalone community organization. Its mission-driven work was refined to a food security focus under a pantry model for the last 30 years, evolving over time in response to the growing need for a delivery system to serve mobility-compromised homebound clients. FISH credits its success to its resourceful staff and dedicated volunteers. Every month, over one hundred people give their time to assist the program team with preparing packages of groceries and making home deliveries. With the merger officially integrating FISH as a program, New Reach is committed to ensuring that the operation continues to deliver the vital service that clients have come to count on, providing food security and promoting wellbeing within the community.

About KeyBank Foundation: 
KeyBank Foundation serves to fulfill KeyBank’s purpose to help clients and communities thrive, and its mission is to support organizations and programs that prepare people for thriving futures. The Foundation’s mission is advanced through three funding priorities – neighbors, education, and workforce – and through community service. To provide meaningful philanthropy that transforms lives, KeyBank Foundation listens carefully to understand the unique characteristics and needs of its communities and then backs solutions with targeted philanthropic investments. KeyBank Foundation is a nonprofit charitable foundation, funded by KeyCorp.

About KeyCorp/KeyBank 
KeyCorp’s roots trace back nearly 200 years to Albany, New York. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Key is one of the nation’s largest bank-based financial services companies, with assets of approximately $190 billion at September 30, 2024. Key provides deposit, lending, cash management, and investment services to individuals and businesses in 15 states under the name KeyBank National Association through a network of approximately 1,000 branches and approximately 1,200 ATMs. Key also provides a broad range of sophisticated corporate and investment banking products, such as merger and acquisition advice, public and private debt and equity, syndications and derivatives to middle market companies in selected industries throughout the United States under the KeyBanc Capital Markets trade name. For more information, visit https://www.key.com/. KeyBank is Member FDIC.

Media contacts: 
New Reach: Sheridan Robles, Development, Marketing & Communication Officer| 475-480-4016 | srobles@newreach.org 
KeyBank: Karen Crane, Communications Manager | 203-789-2752 | karen_crane@keybank.com

In 2023, we strengthened our commitment to fighting hunger in Bangalore, India, through our partnership with the Bangalore Food Bank. Our efforts included various initiatives that collectively aimed to empower and support the local community.

Throughout FY2023, our employees contributed more than 100 hours of volunteer time at eight events with the Bangalore Food Bank. These efforts demonstrate our commitment to empowering and supporting our people, families, and communities by providing the necessary resources to help them thrive.

As part of our annual “Produce for Hunger” initiative held in October 2022 on World Food Day, we donated 1.1 tons of food to low-income schools and communities in Bangalore, India. 

Our culinary team conducted knowledge-sharing sessions at a local non-profit school for hospitality, empowering underprivileged young adults in Bangalore with skills for food industry careers. We also championed the Bangalore Food Bank’s School Kitchen Garden Program, teaching children about sustainable gardening and the farm-to-fork journey, fostering a deeper understanding of food security in the community.  

Our decade-long partnership with the Bangalore Food Bank reflects our commitment to helping local communities thrive through continuous support and innovative solutions.

Our Sustainability Journey 
At Griffith Foods, we are committed to driving positive impact through a regenerative mindset. Sustainability is connected to everything we do as a business, and by 2030, we are dedicated to significantly improving the future with a singular sustainable business strategy that we call our 2030 Aspirations. To learn more about Griffith Foods and its current sustainability efforts, visit them online and download the 2023 Sustainability Report. 

About Griffith Foods 
At Griffith Foods, our purpose defines who we are, what we do, and why we exist, highlighting what makes us distinct and authentic in the marketplace. We help our partners meet the evolving needs and desires of consumers in ways that respect and sustain the planet. Our care and creativity mean we’ll find the right mix of global reach and local impact to serve the earth and nourish all of us who call it home.

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Philanthropy

Not surprisingly, the good our company does begins with our employees. Our employees embrace SAIC’s legacy of community involvement and philanthropy. Giving both their time and money, our employees volunteered 29,000 hours in FY24, an increase of 10% over the previous year and almost 40% over FY22.

SAIC Foundation 

A key component of our culture and at the core of our commitment to our employees is the SAIC Foundation, a public 501(c)(3) organization that addresses unforeseen financial impacts on our employees and their families. The SAIC Foundation helps employees and their dependents by providing emergency funds when they experience financial hardships or when natural disasters arise. Since its inception in 2020, the Foundation has awarded grants equivalent to more than $280,000 in direct support to our employees.

Community Partnerships 

SAIC serves the communities in which we live and work through our lasting relationships with community partners. We primarily contribute to our four focus areas: military and veteran resiliency, STEM education, community wellness and diversity. We added a diversity and inclusion focus this year as diverse and inclusive companies are more innovative and deliver stronger business results.

ESG Mission 

Deliver SAIC business and stakeholder value through ESG by pursuing new business opportunities; practicing environmental stewardship, social responsibility and workforce engagement; and managing risk with a focus on increased transparency, comprehensive performance measurement and overall accountability to ensure SAIC’s sustainable future.

Learn more in SAIC’s 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report