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MEMPHIS, Tenn., Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — International Paper Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Lance Loeffler will speak at the Citi 2025 Basic Materials Conference on December 3, 2025. The presentation is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. Eastern standard time (9 a.m. Central standard time) and will be followed by a question and answer session.

All interested parties are invited to listen to the webcast via the company’s website by clicking on the Investors tab and going to the Events & Presentations page at https://www.internationalpaper.com/investors/events-presentations. A replay of the webcast will be available on the website approximately three hours after the presentation.

About International Paper
International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting www.internationalpaper.com.

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JUNO BEACH, Fla., Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — XPLR Infrastructure, LP (NYSE: XIFR) has posted its third-quarter 2025 financial results in a news release and related presentation available on the company’s website by accessing the following link: www.XPLRInfrastructure.com/FinancialResults.

XPLR Infrastructure, LP

XPLR Infrastructure, LP (NYSE: XIFR) is a limited partnership that has an ownership interest in a clean energy infrastructure portfolio with long-term, stable cash flows. XPLR Infrastructure is focused on delivering long-term value to its common unitholders through disciplined capital allocation of the cash flows generated by its assets and is positioning itself to benefit from the expected growth in the U.S. power sector. Headquartered in Juno Beach, Florida, XPLR Infrastructure’s portfolio of contracted clean energy assets is diversified across generation technologies, including wind, solar and battery storage projects in the U.S. For more information, please visit: www.XPLRInfrastructure.com.

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OCEANSIDE, Calif., Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — For the 14th consecutive year, Semper Fi & America’s Fund (The Fund) is proud to announce the launch of its annual Double Down for Veterans Match Campaign, in partnership with The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation (The Foundation) and PXG (Parsons Xtreme Golf). This year’s campaign aims to raise $15 million to support critically wounded, ill, and injured service members, veterans, and military families.

Since the campaign’s inception in 2012, nearly $250 million has been raised for The Fund’s mission thanks to $108 million in matching gifts from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation and thousands of generous donors who made a lasting impact.

Now through December 31, 2025, every donation made to The Fund will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $7.5 million by The Foundation and PXG.

“Supporting our Nation’s service members, veterans, and military families is truly an honor,” said Karen Guenther, President, CEO, and Founder of Semper Fi & America’s Fund. “We are profoundly thankful to Bob and Renee Parsons for their unwavering commitment. Their extraordinary generosity continues to make a lasting difference for countless individuals in need of critical care and assistance.”

In Fiscal Year 2025 alone, The Fund provided direct financial assistance to nearly 16,000 individuals — a 13% increase over the previous year and double the number served five years ago. Our mission is to ensure that every veteran we serve achieves the highest possible quality of life. Veterans who have received support from The Fund for three or more years are 80% less likely to struggle with substance abuse, 75% less likely to experience housing insecurity, suicidal ideation, and anxiety, and 70% less likely to face incarceration and negative job outcomes.

Since 2004, The Fund has delivered more than $500 million in grants, support, and services. By the end of Fiscal Year 2026, The Fund will have supported 38,000 service members and veterans, and 100,000 military family members, connecting with nearly 600 heroes every day.

“Serving as a U.S. Marine taught me that the mission doesn’t end when you come home,” said Bob Parsons, U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam War veteran. “Veterans and their families face ongoing battles — some visible, many hidden. The Fund provides critical support in those moments, helping them rebuild and succeed.”

“Bob and I are honored to continue our partnership with The Fund in support of our Nation’s heroes,” said Renee Parsons, Co-founder of The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation and Chief Marketing Officer of PXG. “We are committed to helping our veterans and military families thrive. The Fund plays a vital role in this mission by providing essential resources, meaningful connections, and lifelong care.”

As the Nation celebrates 250 years of the U.S. Military, Semper Fi & America’s Fund remains steadfast in its commitment: as long as service members step forward to serve, The Fund will stand beside them and their families in times of injury, illness, and need.

Online donations can be made at www.thefund.org/donate.

About Semper Fi & America’s Fund
Semper Fi & America’s Fund provides urgently needed resources and lifetime support for combat-wounded, critically ill, and injured service members of all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces. The Fund delivers comprehensive programs that ensure service members and their families have the support they need during recovery and throughout their lives.

Thefund.org
 

About The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation
The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation inspires hope by providing critical funding at critical times to nonprofit organizations striving to make a difference. The Foundation supports efforts that benefit underserved and marginalized populations and causes close to the Parsons’ hearts, including veterans and first responders, youth and education, health and home and the American dream.

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About PXG (Parsons Xtreme Golf)
Founded by Bob Parsons, PXG is a global golf equipment company dedicated to developing high-performance golf clubs and apparel. PXG is committed to supporting veterans and military families through philanthropic partnerships and initiatives.

PXG.com

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As WFP rushes critical food assistance into Gaza, Elyanna urges friends and fans


 to join her in supporting families facing hunger

WASHINGTON, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — World Food Program USA is honored to announce a generous donation from acclaimed singer-songwriter Elyanna to support the World Food Programme’s (WFP) emergency response in Gaza. This meaningful gift will provide lifesaving food assistance to approximately 1,000 families facing hunger and displacement due to the ongoing crisis.

“It’s an honor to join the World Food Programme in supporting over 1,000 families in Gaza as they battle hunger,” said Elyanna. “Every bit of love counts — every act can change a life. Art is not complete until it touches a human heart.”

WFP is delivering aid into Gaza every day, despite immense challenges. Since the ceasefire, nearly 20,000 MT of food assistance has been brought into Gaza. To date, WFP has reached one million people with food parcels through 44 food distribution points. Food parcels include nutritious staples such as lentils, rice and beans. Since resuming bread production, an estimated 700,000 people  receive fresh bread daily through 17 WFP-supported bakeries. WFP supplies them with flour, sugar, yeast, and fuel. More than 150,000 pregnant and breastfeeding women and girls, as well as children under five, received vital nutrition supplements in October. WFP is also scaling its malnutrition prevention and treatment services. To date, it has provided fortified High Energy Biscuits to 70,000 school-age children at 84 temporary learning sites.

“We are profoundly moved by Elyanna’s partnership as we strive to reach families across Gaza who are enduring unimaginable hardship,” said Barron Segar, President and CEO of World Food Program USA. “Her compassion and commitment bring hope to those who need it most, and her support will truly change lives for families struggling to survive. At World Food Program USA, we are dedicated to working hand-in-hand with individual donors and the private sector to fund WFP’s lifesaving mission—delivering vital food and comfort at this critical moment.”

WFP’s emergency response in Gaza is made possible by the compassion of donors like Elyanna and the support of the global community. Every contribution helps WFP deliver food, hope, and resilience to families facing hunger and displacement. To join Elyanna in supporting WFP’s food assistance operations, donate at www.wfpusa.org/feedgaza.

About World Food Program USA:

World Food Program USA, a 501(c)(3) organization based in Washington, D.C., proudly supports the mission of the United Nations World Food Programme by mobilizing American policymakers, businesses, and individuals to advance the global movement to end hunger.

About Elyanna

Elyanna, a Palestinian-Chilean artist, merges Arabic music with Latin rhythms, creating an experimental Arab-pop sound that has captured a global audience. Born in Nazareth, her musical talents were nurtured by her family, with early influences including iconic figures like Julio Iglesias and Sabah Fakhry. Elyanna’s career took a significant turn when she was discovered at age 15 by grammy-winner Nasri Atweh. She then moved to Los Angeles with her family, which includes her stylist sister Tali and producer brother Feras, to further her career. Her major achievements include being the first artist to perform in Arabic at Coachella, her feature on Coldplay’s charting single, “We Pray” alongside Burna Boy, Little Simz, and TINI, and releasing her debut album Woledto under Universal Arabic Music. Her record-breaking song “Ganeni” was chosen as part of EA Sports FC 2025 while also growing 121 million views on its YouTube music video. The song also hit #1 on Billboard Arabia’s Hot 100 chart, further solidifying her rising star status. After her sold-out North American debut tour, she embarked on a world tour and has since joined Coldplay as a main supporting act on their Music of the Spheres tour. Elyanna continues to make strides in the music industry, blending cultural depth with modern influences, and solidifying her position as a groundbreaking artist in the global music scene.

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Change’s compliance infrastructure designed for professional fundraisers automates nonprofit onboarding, vetting, and payment flows for Charitybuzz.

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Charitybuzz, the premier destination for charitable auctions and sweepstakes, today announced its partnership with Change, the leading compliance and donation infrastructure platform for charitable fundraising. Since 2005, Charitybuzz has raised more than $650 million for nonprofits worldwide. Through this collaboration, the company will unlock new capacity for growth by automating payment flows, gaining real-time visibility into donations sent, and accelerating nonprofit onboarding and vetting.

Through its online platform, Charitybuzz offers unforgettable experiences and prizes – like VIP tickets to Coachella or private ski lessons with U.S. Olympian Lindsey Vonn – to benefit causes. As Charitybuzz aims to continue to increase the amount raised for charities, they will need a technology partner that can keep them compliant and scale the business efficiently. By adopting Change’s technology, Charitybuzz replaces manual, time-intensive processes – like spending 80+ hours per month compiling spreadsheets of transaction data – with a fully automated platform that manages nonprofit vetting, onboarding, and the highly complex payment flows that professional fundraisers must manage.

“Change has best-in-class technology for professional fundraisers,” said Ben Erwin, Chief Executive Officer of Charitybuzz. “This partnership allows us to navigate complex compliance requirements with confidence and focus on growing our campaigns. With Change’s support, we’re excited to raise more money for charities and deepen our impact for incredible causes.”

The partnership also underscores Charitybuzz’s commitment to leading the way in responsible innovation. With Change’s compliance infrastructure, Charitybuzz can better navigate complex state-by-state fundraising regulations while reducing operational burden on its finance and legal teams. The collaboration represents a model for how technology can help professional fundraisers raise more money while maintaining transparency and trust in the philanthropic ecosystem.

“Charitybuzz has built one of the most innovative fundraising platforms in the world,” said Sonia Nigam, Co-Founder and CEO of Change. “Our partnership represents the future of charitable fundraising: one where technology and compliance work in tandem to bring greater trust and impact to the sector.”

Erwin also sat down with the Change team for a recent episode of the Give Smart video series, where he discussed the challenges professional fundraisers face and Charitybuzz’s vision for expanding access to philanthropy through creative pathways.

This partnership reflects a broader shift toward modernizing compliance in the charitable sector, ensuring professional fundraisers can operate with greater efficiency and confidence.

About Change

 Change is a technology platform that enables companies to launch compliant charitable giving programs at scale. Through its Donations API, compliance dashboard, and nonprofit verification tools, Change powers donation experiences such as round-ups, sweepstakes, and percentage-of-purchase campaigns. Change helps companies meet state compliance requirements, including commercial co-venture agreements, charitable fundraising platform regulations, and nonprofit registration renewals, ensuring that every donation is delivered with accuracy and transparency.

About Charitybuzz


Charitybuzz 
is the world’s leading impact marketplace, uniting once-in-a-lifetime experiences and exclusive access with charitable giving. Since 2005, Charitybuzz has raised over $650 million in unrestricted funding for thousands of nonprofits worldwide, helping organizations reach new donors and unlock incremental revenue. Through auctions, a buy now shop, sweepstakes, and private client services, Charitybuzz transforms cultural capital into meaningful impact, spanning luxury travel, rare collectibles, and VIP access across entertainment, business, sports, and culture. Charitybuzz has partnered with leading organizations including St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Make-A-Wish, MusiCares, ACLU, and Broadway Cares, connecting its global community with icons such as Paul McCartney, George Clooney, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Oprah Winfrey, and Tim Cook, among many others.

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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Mountain Lion Foundation (MLF) is excited to announce two key leadership appointments: Ellen C. O’Connell as Executive Director, effective November 1, 2025, and Byron Weckworth, Ph.D., as Chief Conservation and Advocacy Officer, effective November 10, 2025.

For nearly 40 years, MLF has been the nation’s leading voice for America’s lion, championing landmark victories like California’s Proposition 117, protecting habitat and wildlife corridors, and inspiring a national movement for coexistence between people and mountain lions. Under O’Connell’s leadership, MLF will build on this proud history to deepen partnerships, advance science-based advocacy, and ensure that the next generation inherits a landscape where people and mountain lions can thrive together.

O’Connell brings over three decades of nonprofit leadership experience.  She served as CEO of Farm Sanctuary, Executive Director of Tusk USA, and Vice President at the International Rescue Committee, and has worked in more than 90 countries across six continents. 

Her work, from protecting wildlife in Africa to advancing policy reform for food systems in the US, builds on 16 years in humanitarian aid, where she saw how the health of people, animals, and the planet are deeply connected. As Chair of the Wildlife Justice Commission Investigations, she helps expose and dismantle criminal networks driving the illegal wildlife trade, one of the most urgent threats to global biodiversity.

“Ellen’s record of turning vision into measurable impact makes her an ideal leader for this next chapter,” said John Ziegler, Chair of the Mountain Lion Foundation Board. “She will build on the Foundation’s remarkable 40-year legacy—strengthening partnerships, advancing advocacy, and expanding protections for America’s lion.”

Weckworth brings 25 years of experience in global carnivore conservation and strategic communications. At Panthera, he led their Snow Leopard Program, founded the Conservation Genetics Program, and championed international initiatives uniting science, policy, and community engagement to protect wild cats and their habitats. He will oversee MLF’s science and advocacy portfolio, guiding efforts to advance lasting protections for mountain lions and the wild landscapes they depend on.

Together, O’Connell and Weckworth will guide MLF’s next era, building on its proud legacy of advocacy, science, and storytelling to secure a future where mountain lions and people coexist across a connected, thriving landscape.

“I’m deeply honored to have been chosen to lead Mountain Lion Foundation, an organization whose legacy has defined how America thinks about cougars and coexistence,” said O’Connell. “MLF’s history is proof that advocacy, partnership, and science can change outcomes for wildlife. I’m excited to build on that foundation and to work alongside our supporters, partners, and communities to protect America’s lion and the wild places we share.”

About the Mountain Lion Foundation
Founded in 1986, MLF is the only organization dedicated exclusively to protecting mountain lions and the wild landscapes they depend on. Learn more at www.mountainlion.org.

Press Contact:
Mountain Lion Foundation
916-442-2666
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PHOENIX, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Every year, millions of Americans share their lives with pets who are more like family than companions. That devotion has inspired one of the most successful and heartfelt fundraising campaigns in the pet industry—America’s Favorite Pet®, organized and powered by Colossal, a professional fundraising organization dedicated to connecting digital engagement with real-world impact.

Register now for  America’s Favorite Pet here.

Now entering its 6th year, America’s Favorite Pet is a Colossal competition that has raised more than $22 million to benefit PAWS, a Washington-based nonprofit dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming domestic animals and wildlife alike. Registration for the 2026 competition is officially open through January 12, 2026, inviting cat and dog parents nationwide to enter their cherished companions for the opportunity to win a $10,000 cash prize and be featured on the cover of Modern Cat or Modern Dog magazine.

“From rescuing emaciated dogs in a hoarding situation to providing compassionate care for animals displaced by natural disasters, PAWS has been able to meet the urgent needs of countless cats, dogs, and over 150 species of wildlife with the incredible support of the America’s Favorite Pet competition,” said PAWS CEO Heidi Wills.

America’s Favorite Pet: Not a Local Contest — A National Competition

This annual campaign brings together pet lovers across the country in a spirited show of love and advocacy. America’s Favorite Pet is an online competition where participants enlist the help of their family, friends, and followers to cast online votes for their beloved furry (and some not-so-furry) friends in hopes of earning the grand prize—a feature on the cover of Modern Cat or Modern Dog and $10,000 each.

Participants upload a photo of their legally owned cat or dog (one entry per household), then rally support from their social and local communities. Each voter receives one free vote every 24 hours, with additional vote by donation available via $1/vote—funds that go toward PAWS’ mission of helping animals go home and thrive.

A Movement with Measurable Impact

The structure may be simple, but the outcome is extraordinary. In 2025 alone, America’s Favorite Pet generated over $8 million, fueling life-saving care for thousands of domestic pets and injured wildlife. Those funds also supported the completion of PAWS’ new 25-acre wildlife rehabilitation center in Washington State and expanded educational programs that reached over 4,000 students nationwide.

For pet lovers and brands alike, this initiative offers a chance to blend passion with purpose. It unites advocacy, engagement, and entertainment, proving that digital campaigns can generate tangible, life-changing impact.

Familiar Faces, Fresh Inspiration

Adding to the excitement, celebrity hosts Donnie Wahlberg and Jenny McCarthy, both devoted animal advocates, will once again lend their voices to the campaign. Their enthusiasm and authenticity bring an added layer of warmth to the competition, inspiring participants and newcomers to rally for a cause that transcends species.

America’s Favorite Pet Sponsors

The competition is sponsored by Crown & Paw and Love, Nala.

Crown & Paw
: Turn your pet into royalty with a custom portrait from Crown & Paw! Each masterpiece captures your fur-baby’s unique charm and personality, creating a timeless keepsake you’ll treasure forever.

Love, Nala
: Inspired by Nala Cat, every bite of Love, Nala’s food, treats, and supplements is packed with a perfect blend of nutritious ingredients and love—because that’s what makes your kitty’s world go round.

Registration Now Open for America’s Favorite Pet

Registration for the 2026 America’s Favorite Pet competition
 is open now through January 12, 2026. Cat and dog owners are invited to enter their companions, share their stories, and join a nationwide celebration of love, loyalty, and the power of community.

Whether someone participates, donates, or simply votes, their involvement helps sustain a legacy of compassion that has already changed countless lives, both human and animal.

ABOUT COLOSSAL

Colossal is a nationally registered professional fundraiser that inspires people to advocate for themselves and those in need. Through online competitions like America’s Favorite Pet, participants have the opportunity to make their mark while also making a big impact. Colossal competitions serve as fundraising campaigns for DTCare, a United States 501(c)(3) public charity organization, which then grants donation funds to specified charities at the completion of the competitions. Learn more at colossal.org. Who’s Next?

Media Contact:

Anne-Marie Pritchett
pr@colossal.org

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Vendor and Supplier Partners Help Drive Record-Breaking Fundraising to Support Local Charities, Veterans, and First Responders

FORT WORTH, Texas, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Yesway, one of the nation’s fastest-growing convenience store chains, announced it raised more than $630,000 during its Fifth Annual Golf & Clays Classic Charitable Fundraising Tournament, held September 22–23, 2025, at The Golf Clubs at The Tribute and Elm Fork Shooting Sports in Dallas, Texas.

Since its inception, the event has generated nearly $3 million to support nonprofit organizations that make a meaningful difference in the communities where Yesway operates. This year’s proceeds will benefit Operation Homefront, a national nonprofit serving military families, as well as several local charities, civic organizations, and first responders across the company’s operating areas. These include police and fire departments in Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma, as well as local programs such as Ruidoso Strong, HELP Inc., the D.A.R.E. Program of Otero County, and the Christian Outdoor Alliance.

“The Golf & Clays Classic has become more than a fundraiser—it is a celebration of partnership, generosity, and shared purpose,” said Tom Trkla, Yesway’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “We have raised nearly $3 million since launching the event in 2021, making a tangible difference for veterans, families, and communities across our footprint. On behalf of the Yesway and Allsup’s family, we thank our partners for their continued belief in our mission and their support.”

“Yesway is deeply committed to giving back to the communities we call home,” added Ray Harrison, Yesway’s Chief Marketing and Merchandising Officer. “This event brings together our team, vendor partners, and industry friends to create lasting impact. Our vendor and supplier partners are the true champions behind its success—their generosity and enthusiasm make it all possible.”

Top-tier sponsors of Yesway’s 2025 Golf & Clays Classic include: 

Anheuser-Busch • BeatBox Beverages • BIC Consumer Products • Brightstar Lottery • Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages • D&H United Fueling Solutions • Delek • Dover Fueling Solutions • Freedom Electronics • GSP Retail • Heineken • Hensley Beverage Company • JTI Liggett • Juul Labs • Keurig Dr Pepper • L&F Distributors • Lone Star Tank Management • LSI Lighting / Rice Christ, Inc. • Mars Wrigley • Molson Coors • Monster Energy • Old Tapper • PSI Powered by Brinks • PepsiCo • Red Bull North America • Retail Power Services • Reynolds Marketing Services Co. • Smokey Mountain Chew Inc. • Swedish Match • TCM • The Magnum Ice Cream Company • Valero • White Tucker Company. 

More than 88 sponsors and donors also contributed to the event’s outstanding success.

“Yesway’s mission has always been to be more than just a convenience store operator,” Harrison said. “We strive to be a positive force—supporting local heroes, families, and organizations that make a real difference. Events like this exemplify the generosity and collaboration that define the Yesway family.”

To locate your nearest Yesway or Allsup’s store, visit Yesway.com/locations or Allsups.com/allsups-locations/.

Editor note:

 Contact Erin Vadala, Warner Communications; 617-669-1560;

erin@warnerpr.com

 to arrange interviews. High-resolution images and graphics are available upon request.

About Yesway:

Established in 2015 and headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, Yesway is an award-winning convenience store operator with 447 stores across nine states in the Midwest and Southwest. Yesway is renowned for its iconic food service offerings, diverse grocery selections, and private-label products, including the famous Allsup’s deep-fried burrito. Through strategic acquisitions, the 85 new stores it has developed and opened in the past several years, and its steadfast commitment to customer satisfaction and community engagement, Yesway continues to cement its position as one of the leading convenience retailers in the United States. For more information, visit

Yesway.com

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Latest Series of Commitments Adds to Legacy of Giving at UMD

COLLEGE PARK, Md., Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The University of Maryland has received $51.7 million in new philanthropic investments from its most generous benefactor, the A. James & Alice B. Clark Foundation, to dramatically expand scholarships for promising engineering students and deepen academic collaborations with a network of other top engineering schools.

The support, which also includes funds for a unique Philanthropy Challenge Fund and to expand students’ professional development opportunities, is the latest example of the Foundation’s transformational giving as it ceases operations in December. In total, with the new commitments, the Clark family, Clark Enterprises and Clark Foundation have contributed over $364 million to UMD.

“We know that our partners at Maryland will use the investments to take the university to new heights of scholarship, innovation, exploration and excellence,” said Courtney Clark Pastrick, chair of the Clark Foundation’s board and daughter of A. James and Alice B. Clark. “They’ve made our contributions truly transformative and played a unique role in honoring the legacy of my dad.”

The Foundation has given more than $125 million to Forward: The University of Maryland Campaign for the Fearless, an effort officially launched this week to raise a record $2.5 billion. Thanks in part to this investment, as well as landmark gifts from donors such as civil engineering alum Stanley R. Zupnik ’59, mathematics Professor Emeritus Michael and the late Eugenia Brin and the Sergey Brin Family Foundation, cell biology and molecular genetics Professor Anne Simon and sports marketing pioneer Steve Schanwald ’77, the campaign has brought in $943 million to date.

“It’s impossible to imagine the University of Maryland, or the landscape of this region, without the Clarks—both the generosity of the Clark family and the Clark Foundation, and the leadership and vision of A. James Clark himself, who was truly one of the great builders and philanthropists of our time,” said UMD President Darryll J. Pines. “These latest investments further strengthen the foundation of educational excellence they have helped construct.”

Clark got his start as a civil engineering student at UMD, hitchhiking to class from his home in Bethesda, Md., and crediting a state scholarship with allowing him to afford his education. After graduating in 1950, he was hired as a field engineer by the George Hyman Construction Co., working his way up over the next several decades to grow it into Clark Construction, one of the largest firms of its kind in the nation. The company’s massive footprint across the DMV includes L’Enfant Plaza, Nationals Park and dozens of buildings on the UMD campus.

Remembering his roots, Clark made a $15 million donation to his alma mater in 1994 to support undergraduate engineering education through scholarships, career services and other programs. In recognition of this generosity, the A. James Clark School of Engineering was named in his honor.

Following his 2015 passing, the Clark Foundation committed a historic $219.5 million to UMD in 2017 through the Building Together investment, which funded a sweeping array of need-based scholarships, graduate fellowships, endowed faculty chairs in the Clark School and beyond, and capital projects, including the construction of the E.A. Fernandez IDEA Factory and Stanley R. Zupnik Hall. The gift also established the A. James Clark Scholars Program, which combines training in engineering, business, leadership and community service, as well as the Clark Challenge for the Maryland Promise Program, a campuswide matching program that has raised $100 million for new need-based scholarships to students across majors.

In 2023, a new $20.6 million investment established the Clark School as the permanent home of the Clark Scholars Program Network (CSPN), which supports talented students with financial need at 11 top engineering schools.

“A. James Clark never lost a connection to his local community: as he achieved success, he devoted himself to the success of others and invested his own resources to help them reach their dreams,” said Clark School Dean Samuel Graham. “His investments have transformed people’s lives, our school and university, and higher education broadly. His legacy is a timeless reminder to innovate and devote energy to the place we call home.”

This year’s series of commitments includes $25 million for Clark Legacy Endowed Scholarships, which provide merit- and need-based scholarships for Clark School undergraduates. The Clark Opportunity Transfer Scholars Program, supporting high-achieving engineering students who come to UMD from Maryland community colleges, also received supplementary funding for scholarships.

Additionally, the Foundation’s investment will bolster the endowed fund for the university’s Clark Scholars Program, supporting an additional staff member and covering the costs for its students to attend CSPN-sponsored networking events. One new fund will specifically support Clark Scholars’ professional development efforts and any Clark School student experiencing a financial emergency; another will launch the Clark Scholars Philanthropy Challenge, where program members will annually research local nonprofits and select one as an award recipient, with the goal of learning about philanthropy, cultivating a charitable spirit and strengthening connections with the community.

“The Foundation’s investments have a tremendous impact on our students,” said Damien J. Franze, associate director for the Clark Foundation Scholarship Programs and director of UMD’s Clark Scholars Program. “The scholarship and the program afford our Clark Scholars the opportunity to be able to focus on their education, graduate and continue to exemplify Mr. Clark’s legacy—particularly his values of integrity, leadership, hard work, engineering excellence and service.”

Further funding will support new and existing CSPN programming. Since the Foundation’s donation established the network, it has hosted multi-university summits, launched an alumni network with more than 400 members among partner institutions and developed an alternative spring break program, all of which will benefit from new gift funding.

“To know that the Foundation believed in us enough to do this work, it’s an honor,” said Joakina Stone, CSPN director. “We want to continue carrying that torch in the best possible way.”

The Clark Foundation has also entrusted UMD with maintaining its legacy website and a new, unique space on the ground floor of Zupnik Hall, the Clark Foundation Legacy Space; it will be the home of the CSPN team with meeting rooms, lounges and an interactive exhibit showcasing the Foundation’s lasting impact. The building will also house the department of civil and environmental engineering, mechanical engineering and Quantum Technology Center labs, as well as new spaces for engineering student organizations and interdisciplinary research that addresses the world’s grand challenges.

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GRAMMY® Award-winning global icon Marc Anthony delivers a first-of-its-kind residency — an intimate, one-man show unlike anything he has done before — an immersive journey through his energy, passion, and soul that takes guests on a deeply personal and unforgettable live experience. 

Tickets on-sale Thursday, Nov. 6, at 10 a.m. PT

LAS VEGAS, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Fontainebleau Las Vegas proudly unveils Marc Anthony’s first-ever residency, “VEGAS… MY WAY!” exclusively at BleauLive Theater. The residency will feature 10 live performances throughout 2026 beginning in February; and, in a groundbreaking first, Anthony will perform both English and Spanish-language hits from his more than 30 years as a chart-topping solo artist.

“Marc is a defining voice of our generation, who personifies Fontainebleau’s decades-long legacy of creating extraordinary moments that become unforgettable memories,” says Fontainebleau Development Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Jeffrey Soffer. “Marc Anthony’s ‘VEGAS…MY WAY!’ is a milestone for Las Vegas entertainment, and we look forward to making history when he takes the BleauLive Theater stage in 2026.”

A four-time GRAMMY® and eight-time Latin GRAMMY® award-winning singer, songwriter, and producer, Marc Anthony has achieved more than 114 No. 1 chart hits worldwide and sold millions of albums across the globe. As one of the top touring artists in the world, he continues to bridge the global stage between the general and Latin markets, delivering music that transcends culture, language, and generations.

“This residency marks a new chapter in my journey,” says Marc Anthony. “Las Vegas has always been about reinvention and timeless entertainment, and this show embodies that spirit. It’s a celebration of my history, my roots, and the music that has connected me to audiences around the world.

“With ‘Vegas… My Way!,’ I’m inviting fans to experience my story in a more personal, intimate, and powerful way than ever before!”

Anthony will perform at BleauLive Theater on Feb. 13, 14, 15, 20, 21; July 24, 25, 29, 31; and Aug. 1, 2026, with additional dates to be announced.

Tickets for Marc Anthony’s ‘Vegas… My Way!’ go on sale on Thursday, Nov. 6, at 10 a.m. PT with presales beginning Wednesday, Nov. 5, at 10 a.m. PT at https://www.fontainebleaulasvegas.com/entertainment/marc-anthony/.

More information about Fontainebleau Las Vegas dining, events, entertainment, rooms, and suites can be found at fontainebleaulasvegas.com.

Marc Anthony was represented by Magnus Talent Agency (MTA) and by Berkeley Reinhold, Esq of Reinhold Global, PLLC.

About Marc Anthony
Marc Anthony is one of the most influential musical artists of his time.  Born Marco Antonio Muñíz to Puerto Rican parents in New York City, he is the best-selling salsa artist of all time and a true ambassador of Latin music and culture. As he enters his fourth decade as a recording artist, he has dozens of gold and platinum certifications from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), has had over 114 #1 chart hits worldwide, racked up more than 8 billion views on YouTube, and a total of 15.218 billion streams across all platforms. 

Known for his intense, soaring voice and his dramatic concert performances, he’s one of the most prolific touring artists in the music industry, with many entries in Pollstar’s Global Top Grossing Concert Tours lists. Marc Anthony has also established a highly credible acting résumé, with film roles including “In the Heights” (2021), “El Cantante” (2006), “Man on Fire” (2004), “In the Time of Butterflies” (2001), “Bringing Out the Dead” (1999), and a starring role in Paul Simon’s “The Capeman” (1998) on Broadway. 

His 14th studio album, “Muévense” (2024), continues his legacy as one of music’s most enduring and passionate performers.  To learn more about Marc Anthony visit www.marcanthonyonline.com.

About Fontainebleau Las Vegas
Fontainebleau Las Vegas is a 67-story, vertically integrated luxury resort and casino that brings a legacy of timeless elegance and unparalleled service to the Strip. It is the only resort and casino in Nevada to receive the coveted One Key designation from the 2025 MICHELIN Guide, recognizing its bold design and award-winning collection of luxury amenities and accommodations. Certified by the Green Building Initiative with three Green Globes, the resort’s thoughtful design allows guests to move effortlessly among 3,644 luxury hotel rooms and suites, 550,000 square feet of customizable meeting and convention space, 150,000 square feet of gaming space, a collection of world-class restaurants and shops, exquisite pools, vibrant nightlife, and vitality enhancing spa and wellness offerings. Located at 2777 S. Las Vegas Blvd., adjacent to the acclaimed Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall expansion, Fontainebleau Las Vegas is created by Fontainebleau Development in partnership with Koch Real Estate Investments.

 

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