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SAN FRANCISCO, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Corgi Insurance has rolled out a new initiative to better connect the city it calls home: free weekday bus routes designed to serve the local community. Leveraging its fleet of branded “Corgi buses,” the company is introducing accessible transportation options aimed at making it easier for residents, workers, and visitors to move through key corridors of San Francisco: at no cost.

The program is part of Corgi Insurance’s broader mission to modernize infrastructure and reduce friction in everyday systems. While the company is best known for its AI-powered insurance platform, this initiative reflects a more physical, on-the-ground investment in community access and mobility.

The routes will operate on weekdays, with stops near high-traffic neighborhoods, transit hubs, and community gathering spots. By offering a free alternative for short-distance travel, Corgi aims to complement existing public transit systems like the San Francisco Municipal Railway and help reduce congestion, commute costs, and barriers to movement within the city.

“Transportation is one of the most important and often overlooked pieces of daily life,” said Nico Laqua, CEO and co-founder at Corgi. “We saw an opportunity to make something simple, useful, and immediate for the community. These routes are about showing up in a tangible way and we will be adding more”

In addition to improving access, the buses are expected to support local startups by increasing foot traffic and creating easier connections between neighborhoods. Riders can hop on and off at designated stops, with schedules designed to align with peak commuting and midday activity hours.

The schedules and route maps shown below are subject to change. For the latest information, visit corgi.com.

About Corgi Insurance

Corgi Insurance is a tech company building the first AI full-stack insurance carrier designed for the modern economy. Headquartered in San Francisco, Corgi leverages artificial intelligence to streamline underwriting, simplify policy management, and deliver faster, more accessible insurance products for businesses. Corgi Insurance has raised $108 million to date and is building infrastructure for the next generation of insurance.

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SAN FRANCISCO, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Corgi Insurance has rolled out a new initiative to better connect the city it calls home: free weekday bus routes designed to serve the local community. Leveraging its fleet of branded “Corgi buses,” the company is introducing accessible transportation options aimed at making it easier for residents, workers, and visitors to move through key corridors of San Francisco: at no cost.

The program is part of Corgi Insurance’s broader mission to modernize infrastructure and reduce friction in everyday systems. While the company is best known for its AI-powered insurance platform, this initiative reflects a more physical, on-the-ground investment in community access and mobility.

The routes will operate on weekdays, with stops near high-traffic neighborhoods, transit hubs, and community gathering spots. By offering a free alternative for short-distance travel, Corgi aims to complement existing public transit systems like the San Francisco Municipal Railway and help reduce congestion, commute costs, and barriers to movement within the city.

“Transportation is one of the most important and often overlooked pieces of daily life,” said Nico Laqua, CEO and co-founder at Corgi. “We saw an opportunity to make something simple, useful, and immediate for the community. These routes are about showing up in a tangible way and we will be adding more”

In addition to improving access, the buses are expected to support local startups by increasing foot traffic and creating easier connections between neighborhoods. Riders can hop on and off at designated stops, with schedules designed to align with peak commuting and midday activity hours.

The schedules and route maps shown below are subject to change. For the latest information, visit corgi.com.

About Corgi Insurance

Corgi Insurance is a tech company building the first AI full-stack insurance carrier designed for the modern economy. Headquartered in San Francisco, Corgi leverages artificial intelligence to streamline underwriting, simplify policy management, and deliver faster, more accessible insurance products for businesses. Corgi Insurance has raised $108 million to date and is building infrastructure for the next generation of insurance.

Media Contact

erika@corgi.insure

Head of Brand

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• License extension supports growing energy demand, helps keep customer costs as low as possible
• Extended operation provides significant economic benefits for Pee Dee region

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has renewed the operating license for Duke Energy’s Robinson Nuclear Plant for an additional 20 years, extending the plant’s ability to deliver reliable energy until 2050.

Robinson, located in Hartsville, S.C., provides enough energy to power 570,000 homes and plays an important role in protecting reliability and affordability for customers as regional electricity demand continues to grow.

What they’re saying

• South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster: “South Carolina’s energy needs continue to rise, and extending Robinson Nuclear Plant’s operating license preserves a reliable, affordable source of nuclear energy our state depends on. This plant ensures we have the power needed to support jobs and strengthen communities across the Pee Dee region.”
• Congressman Russell Fry (SC-07): “For 50 years, Robinson Nuclear Plant has been the backbone of South Carolina’s nuclear fleet. The extension of its license is monumental for the Pee Dee and allows Duke Energy to continue providing affordable, reliable electricity to homes and businesses in the region. This renewal is a win for families in the Pee Dee, Robinson Nuclear Plant’s employees and Darlington County as a whole.”
• Steven Capps, chief nuclear officer for Duke Energy: “Extending the operating life of this proven asset helps us deliver low-cost, always-on electricity for customers while supporting jobs and energy security for the region. Robinson’s subsequent license renewal reflects the strength of our safety culture and the rigorous work our teams do every day to support our communities.”

Why it matters

• Duke Energy’s nuclear fleet provides about 51% of customers’ energy needs in the Carolinas, making nuclear energy an essential component of the company’s diverse generation portfolio.
• License renewal extends the use of cost-effective generation, resulting in significant savings for customers over time.
• Extended operation sustains significant economic benefits for Darlington County and the broader Pee Dee region.

Robinson by the numbers

• Delivers 759 megawatts (MW) of electricity, powering nearly 570,000 homes.
• Nearly 500 high-paying jobs supported.
• $1.7 billion in equipment upgrades completed.
• Approximately $28 million in annual local tax contributions.

Go deeper

• U.S. nuclear facilities are licensed by the NRC. The process to renew a license requires a comprehensive analysis and evaluation to ensure the plant can safely be operated for the period of extended operation.
• Robinson’s original 40-year operating license was granted by the NRC in 1970, making it one of the first commercial nuclear power plants in the Southeast. Robinson’s initial license was renewed for an additional 20 years of operation until 2030, and the subsequent license renewal allows for continued operations until 2050.
• Robinson is the second Duke Energy nuclear facility to receive approval for subsequent license renewal, following Oconee Nuclear Station in 2025. Duke Energy plans to seek subsequent license renewal for all 11 operating units across its nuclear fleet.
• For more background and updates on the subsequent license renewal process, visit Duke Energy’s subsequent license renewal webpage.

Duke Energy

Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America’s largest energy holding companies. The company’s electric utilities serve 8.7 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 55,700 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas utilities serve 1.6 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Ohio and Kentucky.

Duke Energy is executing an energy modernization strategy, keeping customer value at the forefront as it invests in electric grid upgrades and efficient generation resources to strengthen the system and serve growing energy needs.

More information is available at duke-energy.com. Follow Duke Energy on X, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok and Facebook for stories about the people and innovations powering its communities.

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24-Hour: 800.559.3853

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The 2026 People’s Voice Award Was a Vote for Restoring the World’s Forests

SHELBURNE, Vt., April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Up to 40% of the world’s land is degraded. On April 21, the eve of the 56th Earth Day, the public voted loudly on its behalf — and handed global reforestation nonprofit One Tree Planted its first-ever Webby People’s Voice Award in the Advertising, Media & PR – Sustainability & Environment category, for its Meet the Moment campaign. Winners were chosen from more than 13,000 entries across 70+ countries and more than 4.6 million votes.

The People’s Voice Award is chosen entirely by the public, making it a direct measure of cultural relevance. This victory for One Tree Planted signals something clear: when given the choice, people vote for nature.

Meet the Moment asked a question that is more urgent now than ever — what if, instead of accepting ecological decline as inevitable, we build a brighter future? One where land is restored, biodiversity is protected, and people live in reciprocity with nature. The campaign was a call to act, to plant, and to restore the planet.

“One Tree Planted isn’t just shaping the Internet — they’re redefining it,” Nick Borenstein, General Manager of The Webby Awards, said. “This honor celebrates the fearless creativity and sharp execution that make their work an unmistakable force online.”

“To receive this recognition on the eve of Earth Day feels especially meaningful,” said Marie Jones, Chief Strategy and Marketing Communications Officer at One Tree Planted. “We are extremely grateful to be honored for this work on behalf of the planet. The campaign was created as a call to action at exactly the moment the world needs it most: it’s an invitation to change course, to heal and restore the planet, because we can.”

The Webby win comes as a reminder that Earth’s living systems are weakened: soil exhausted, forests cleared, wetlands drained, habitat fragmented, and ground polluted or eroded. Restoration remains profoundly underfunded relative to the scale of that degradation. We will not restore the Earth fast enough to keep pace without far greater investment, stronger partnerships, and a shared commitment to action — which is why corporate commitments to reforestation, restoration, and nature-positive business are so critical.

For brands and partners, this award reflects something worth paying attention to: public sentiment has moved, and it is moving markets with it. Recent research from Deloitte found that 80% of respondents think business could and should do more for the planet, and roughly one quarter of Gen Z and millennial consumers said they have researched a company’s environmental policies or impact before making a purchase.

About One Tree Planted: One Tree Planted is an environmental nonprofit on a mission to foster a sustainable and resilient future through innovative Nature-based Solutions rooted in the science of trees. Its work prioritizes the restoration of degraded landscapes, climate critical regions, and Key Biodiversity Areas essential to the planet’s ecological balance and human wellbeing. Since 2014, it has planted 171 million trees with 489 partners across 84 countries — and made 112 cities greener by planting urban trees. Learn more at onetreeplanted.org

About The Webby Awards: Hailed as the “Internet’s highest honor” by The New York Times, The Webby Awards is the leading international awards organization honoring excellence on the Internet, including Video; Advertising, Media & PR; Social; Podcasts; Creators, and AI. Established in 1996 and presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS), the awards received over 13,000 entries from all 50 states and 70+ countries this year. The 30th Annual Webby Awards ceremony will be held May 11 in New York City, hosted by comedian and creator Josh Johnson. Follow show highlights, including hallmark 5-Word Speeches, at @thewebbyawards on Instagram, X/Twitter, TikTok, and YouTube.

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WASHINGTON, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The National Energy & Fuels Institute (NEFI) applauds the ASTM revision of the specification for fuel oils, ASTM D396, to include grades for fuel blends containing 21% to 50% biodiesel.

For retail heating fuel dealers across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and beyond, this is a transformational development. ASTM D396-26a will support equipment compatibility, reliable cold-weather performance, and lower emissions, and gives consumers, equipment manufacturers, and policymakers a standard they can trust.

“The updated ASTM specification is nothing short of a milestone that gives retail dealers the technical standard they need to deliver higher blends of cleaner-burning renewable fuel with confidence to the millions of American homes and businesses that rely on liquid heating fuel,” said Jim Collura, NEFI President and CEO. “We are grateful to Clean Fuels Alliance America, NORA, and the Oilheat equipment manufacturers whose leadership, research, and technical expertise helped make this possible. NEFI is proud to have supported their extraordinary efforts, and our members are ready to put this standard to work in the marketplace for the benefit of consumers, the environment, and our industry.”

NEFI and its partners have championed the technical infrastructure reflected by the new standard for years. The Providence Resolution of 2019 and the Boston Resolution of 2025 both delineated the industry-wide commitment to reduce emissions, enhance energy reliability, expand consumer choice, and offer realistic alternatives to costly residential electrification policies through advanced biofuels.

The new ASTM specification arrives at a moment of genuine momentum for the industry. NEFI recently welcomed the historic increase in the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volumes for biomass-based biodiesel and renewable diesel; the pending final rule implementation of the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit, and its expected inclusion of heating fuels as eligible fuels, a priority for which NEFI has advocated for years; the administration’s support for domestic biofuels production; and the promising outlook for retail heating fuel dealers deploying biofuels.

The bottom line: renewable liquid heating biofuels, delivered by multigenerational home comfort businesses, have achieved the robust technical, regulatory, and market foundation needed to play a central role in America’s energy future.

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SOURCE National Energy & Fuels Institute

Efficiency Maine Small Battery Program taps residential storage to support grid during peak demand

SAN JOSE, Calif., April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — FranklinWH, a leading provider of whole-home energy management and storage systems, announced today it is participating in the Efficiency Maine Small Battery Program, allowing Maine homeowners to earn up to $600 per battery each year by supplying stored energy to the grid during peak demand periods.

The program reflects a growing use of residential energy storage systems as both backup power sources and grid resources that can generate income while helping stabilize electricity supply.

Homeowners who enroll can allow their systems to discharge energy during peak demand events, typically on weekday evenings, in exchange for annual payments.

“I work from home, so losing power really isn’t an option,” said Brian Duggan, a Maine homeowner who has used the system for four months. “There have been several community-wide outages since we installed our system, and we didn’t even notice. Our power stayed on.” Duggan said the system is a maintenance-free alternative to a generator, pairs with electric vehicle charging, and helps protect his home during winter travel.

“This is where the economics of home energy storage are heading,” said Gary Lam, CEO of FranklinWH. “Homeowners are no longer only consumers of electricity; they’re becoming active participants in the energy system. Programs such as this allow them to receive payments while strengthening the grid in their communities.”

Maine’s virtual power plant (VPP) program is administered by Efficiency Maine, which compensates homeowners for the energy their systems send back to the grid during peak events, creating a new revenue stream tied to system participation.

Efficiency Maine may call up to 60 events per year, typically lasting three hours during peak demand windows. Homeowners receive advance notice through the FranklinWH App and can opt out of individual events or unenroll at any time. During events, a reserve level is maintained to ensure power remains available for household needs.

As utilities and policymakers look for new ways to manage rising demand and grid volatility, VPP programs are expected to expand, positioning distributed home energy systems as a critical part of the solution.

About FranklinWH

FranklinWH Energy Storage is the manufacturer of the FranklinWH System, a next-generation home energy management and storage solution. Headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, FranklinWH’s team brings decades of experience across energy system design, manufacturing, sales, and installation. The company is AVL-listed with multiple financial institutions and continues to empower homeowners to achieve true energy freedom. Learn more at franklinwh.com.

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More than $125,000 awarded to 14 off-road and snowmobile riding clubs across the U.S. and Canada as Polaris surpasses $4 million in total giving since the program’s inception

MINNEAPOLIS, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII), the global leader in powersports, announced the recipients of its Spring 2026 TRAILS GRANTS, awarding more than $125,000 to 14 off‑road and snowmobile organizations to support riders and riding areas across the United States and Canada. In 2026, the TRAILS GRANTS program marks its 20th anniversary, a milestone year that coincides with Polaris surpassing $4 million in total giving since the program launched in 2006.

Awarded twice annually, Polaris TRAILS GRANTS invests in nonprofit organizations and local riding clubs that develop, maintain and enhance trail systems so riders can safely access and enjoy them, advance rider safety and education initiatives, and steward projects that help preserve off-road recreation for current and future riders.

“Every great ride starts with someone willing to put in the work,” said Mike Speetzen, CEO of Polaris. “For 20 years, the Polaris TRAILS GRANTS program has supported the volunteers and local riding clubs that are doing the hands-on work of maintaining trails, educating riders, and taking care of the remarkable places that make our sport possible. Reaching this milestone is truly a testament to the impact these groups have made, and the ripple effect that continues to follow. We’re even more excited to keep pushing forward with the riders and communities who are making a difference today and well into the future.”

The following 14 organizations were named Spring 2026 Polaris TRAILS GRANTS recipients. Each will receive an award of up to $10,000 to help care for the riding lands in their area or support local education efforts:

• ATV Traction (Pennsylvania) – Expand hands-on youth ATV safety training by acquiring youth-sized ATVs and additional safety equipment to support responsible riding education.
• Battle Born Offroad Club (Nevada) – Maintain and adopt popular OHV trails focusing on trail maintenance, signage repair, and litter removal.
• Crooked Trails ATV Club (Wisconsin) – Install a new signage system throughout the trail network to highlight safety areas, improve navigation, and support future trail growth.
• Day Mountain Road Association (Maine) – Restore the multi-use Lions Trail to address erosion, protect nearby aquatic habitat, and maintain safe access for ATV, snowmobile, and non-motorized users.
• Friends of Pathways (Wyoming) – Replace a failing bridge on the Cache Creek Trail near downtown Jackson, improving year-round multi-use access and meeting universal trail design standards.
• Greenway Snowmobile Club (Minnesota) – Support the Warba Bridge Recreational Crossing by incorporating a dedicated trail corridor into a planned highway bridge reconstruction, creating a safer, year-round multi-use trail connection.
• Johnstown ATV Club Inc. (Ontario, Canada) – Restore and extend a critical trail segment to improve connectivity, reduce road riding, and address long‑standing flooding and erosion issues.
• Middle Tennessee OHV (Tennessee) – Launch a youth all-terrain vehicle (ATV) safety and responsible riding training initiative providing firsthand education, protective gear, and trail etiquette instruction for young riders.
• Quad Cities ATV Club Inc. (Minnesota) – Develop safer, more sustainable trail access by building a designated trailhead parking area and maintaining surrounding trails to improve flow, address erosion, and remove hazards.
• Revelstoke Snowmobile Club (British Columbia, Canada) – Improve waste management and reduce garbage in high‑use backcountry riding areas through new trailhead infrastructure and a community‑led alpine clean‑up that promotes long‑term stewardship.
• River Valley ATV Club #50 (New Brunswick, Canada) – Expand trails to better connect riders to fuel, food, and lodging, improving destination access and supporting local tourism.
• Roseau Lake of the Woods Sportsman Club (Minnesota) – Reconstruct bridges on Butler Grade to maintain a critical trail connection between William and Roosevelt, Minnesota, improving safety and long-term trail access.
• Skedaddle Ridge Trails People Inc. (New Brunswick, Canada) – Repair the Big Teague Brook bridge to restore a safe ATV crossing and reduce environmental impacts from off‑trail detours.
• Tooele County Parks and Recreation (Utah) – Upgrade signage along the Jacob City multi‑purpose off-highway vehicle (OHV) trail system to improve navigation, safety awareness, and trail sustainability.

“Our club is proud and grateful to be selected as a recipient of the Polaris TRAILS GRANT, especially in a year when both the program and our club are celebrating 20 years,” said Joe Kuznia, Treasurer, Roseau Lake of the Woods Sportsman’s Club. “Support from Polaris has been part of our story for decades, and this grant will allow us to upgrade two bridges on the Butler Grade trail, preserving a connection our riders rely on and helping provide safe outdoor recreation for our community for years to come.”

As the TRAILS GRANTS program enters its third decade, Polaris is proud to help care for the trails and landscapes that showcase the freedom and adventure found in riding. From hometown trail networks to iconic American public lands, Polaris supports locally led projects that strengthen trails, promote responsible riding, and expand access to the great outdoors where its customers ride. For more information, including how to apply for a Fall 2026 TRAILS GRANT, visit https://www.polaris.com/en-us/trails-application/.

Beyond TRAILS Grants, Polaris supports the outdoors by giving back to the places that make riding possible. Through its Taking Care of Places We Ride giving pillar, Polaris works with nonprofit partners and local communities to protect trails, forests, desert, open spaces and more. This includes an ongoing partnership with the National Forest Foundation and other efforts focused on taking care of America’s riding lands for years to come.

About Polaris
As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) has been defining and redefining outdoor adventure since 1954. Polaris delivers industry-shaping off-road vehicles, snowmobiles, boats, military, quadricycles, and commercial transportation vehicles, along with an expansive portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Its lineup includes some of the most iconic brands in powersports including the RANGER, RZR, Polaris XPEDITION, Bennington pontoons, Slingshot, and more. Headquartered in Minnesota and serving customers in nearly 100 countries, Polaris continues to set the standard for performance, quality, and unmatched service. Explore more at www.polaris.com.

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More than $125,000 awarded to 14 off-road and snowmobile riding clubs across the U.S. and Canada as Polaris surpasses $4 million in total giving since the program’s inception

MINNEAPOLIS, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII), the global leader in powersports, announced the recipients of its Spring 2026 TRAILS GRANTS, awarding more than $125,000 to 14 off‑road and snowmobile organizations to support riders and riding areas across the United States and Canada. In 2026, the TRAILS GRANTS program marks its 20th anniversary, a milestone year that coincides with Polaris surpassing $4 million in total giving since the program launched in 2006.

Awarded twice annually, Polaris TRAILS GRANTS invests in nonprofit organizations and local riding clubs that develop, maintain and enhance trail systems so riders can safely access and enjoy them, advance rider safety and education initiatives, and steward projects that help preserve off-road recreation for current and future riders.

“Every great ride starts with someone willing to put in the work,” said Mike Speetzen, CEO of Polaris. “For 20 years, the Polaris TRAILS GRANTS program has supported the volunteers and local riding clubs that are doing the hands-on work of maintaining trails, educating riders, and taking care of the remarkable places that make our sport possible. Reaching this milestone is truly a testament to the impact these groups have made, and the ripple effect that continues to follow. We’re even more excited to keep pushing forward with the riders and communities who are making a difference today and well into the future.”

The following 14 organizations were named Spring 2026 Polaris TRAILS GRANTS recipients. Each will receive an award of up to $10,000 to help care for the riding lands in their area or support local education efforts:

• ATV Traction (Pennsylvania) – Expand hands-on youth ATV safety training by acquiring youth-sized ATVs and additional safety equipment to support responsible riding education.
• Battle Born Offroad Club (Nevada) – Maintain and adopt popular OHV trails focusing on trail maintenance, signage repair, and litter removal.
• Crooked Trails ATV Club (Wisconsin) – Install a new signage system throughout the trail network to highlight safety areas, improve navigation, and support future trail growth.
• Day Mountain Road Association (Maine) – Restore the multi-use Lions Trail to address erosion, protect nearby aquatic habitat, and maintain safe access for ATV, snowmobile, and non-motorized users.
• Friends of Pathways (Wyoming) – Replace a failing bridge on the Cache Creek Trail near downtown Jackson, improving year-round multi-use access and meeting universal trail design standards.
• Greenway Snowmobile Club (Minnesota) – Support the Warba Bridge Recreational Crossing by incorporating a dedicated trail corridor into a planned highway bridge reconstruction, creating a safer, year-round multi-use trail connection.
• Johnstown ATV Club Inc. (Ontario, Canada) – Restore and extend a critical trail segment to improve connectivity, reduce road riding, and address long‑standing flooding and erosion issues.
• Middle Tennessee OHV (Tennessee) – Launch a youth all-terrain vehicle (ATV) safety and responsible riding training initiative providing firsthand education, protective gear, and trail etiquette instruction for young riders.
• Quad Cities ATV Club Inc. (Minnesota) – Develop safer, more sustainable trail access by building a designated trailhead parking area and maintaining surrounding trails to improve flow, address erosion, and remove hazards.
• Revelstoke Snowmobile Club (British Columbia, Canada) – Improve waste management and reduce garbage in high‑use backcountry riding areas through new trailhead infrastructure and a community‑led alpine clean‑up that promotes long‑term stewardship.
• River Valley ATV Club #50 (New Brunswick, Canada) – Expand trails to better connect riders to fuel, food, and lodging, improving destination access and supporting local tourism.
• Roseau Lake of the Woods Sportsman Club (Minnesota) – Reconstruct bridges on Butler Grade to maintain a critical trail connection between William and Roosevelt, Minnesota, improving safety and long-term trail access.
• Skedaddle Ridge Trails People Inc. (New Brunswick, Canada) – Repair the Big Teague Brook bridge to restore a safe ATV crossing and reduce environmental impacts from off‑trail detours.
• Tooele County Parks and Recreation (Utah) – Upgrade signage along the Jacob City multi‑purpose off-highway vehicle (OHV) trail system to improve navigation, safety awareness, and trail sustainability.

“Our club is proud and grateful to be selected as a recipient of the Polaris TRAILS GRANT, especially in a year when both the program and our club are celebrating 20 years,” said Joe Kuznia, Treasurer, Roseau Lake of the Woods Sportsman’s Club. “Support from Polaris has been part of our story for decades, and this grant will allow us to upgrade two bridges on the Butler Grade trail, preserving a connection our riders rely on and helping provide safe outdoor recreation for our community for years to come.”

As the TRAILS GRANTS program enters its third decade, Polaris is proud to help care for the trails and landscapes that showcase the freedom and adventure found in riding. From hometown trail networks to iconic American public lands, Polaris supports locally led projects that strengthen trails, promote responsible riding, and expand access to the great outdoors where its customers ride. For more information, including how to apply for a Fall 2026 TRAILS GRANT, visit https://www.polaris.com/en-us/trails-application/.

Beyond TRAILS Grants, Polaris supports the outdoors by giving back to the places that make riding possible. Through its Taking Care of Places We Ride giving pillar, Polaris works with nonprofit partners and local communities to protect trails, forests, desert, open spaces and more. This includes an ongoing partnership with the National Forest Foundation and other efforts focused on taking care of America’s riding lands for years to come.

About Polaris
As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) has been defining and redefining outdoor adventure since 1954. Polaris delivers industry-shaping off-road vehicles, snowmobiles, boats, military, quadricycles, and commercial transportation vehicles, along with an expansive portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Its lineup includes some of the most iconic brands in powersports including the RANGER, RZR, Polaris XPEDITION, Bennington pontoons, Slingshot, and more. Headquartered in Minnesota and serving customers in nearly 100 countries, Polaris continues to set the standard for performance, quality, and unmatched service. Explore more at www.polaris.com.

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SOURCE Polaris Inc.

The co-founder of Apax, Greycroft and Primetime Partners – who backed Apple, AOL, and Venmo – brings five decades of investment acumen and a deep commitment to aging to CaringKind’s board

NEW YORK, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Alan J. Patricof, one of the defining figures of modern venture capital and Chairperson and co-founder of Primetime Partners, has joined the Board of Directors of CaringKind, the leading expert on Alzheimer’s and dementia care since 1978. Since co-founding Primetime Partners in 2020, Patricof has focused his investment work squarely on companies serving older adults, a conviction that makes him a natural partner for CaringKind’s mission.

His appointment comes as the demographic urgency around dementia care reaches an inflection point. By 2030, every baby boomer will be 65 or older, the age of greatest Alzheimer’s risk, making expert care and family support among the defining needs of the decade ahead.

“I am delighted to be joining Caring Kind particularly at this time as they reach an inflection point in spreading their wings beyond the greater New York City area. Their skills and methodology in the area of dementia care will be increasingly available to an expanding number of families who desperately need their services,” said Alan Patricof, Chairperson and co-founder of Primetime Partners.

“Alan Patricof is one of the most accomplished venture capitalists of the last half-century, and in recent years has trained that expertise on the aging population, the very community CaringKind exists to serve,” said Eleonora Tornatore-Mikesh, President and CEO of CaringKind. His judgment, his network, and his conviction that aging deserves serious investment will strengthen everything we do. We are honored to welcome him to our board.”

About Alan J. Patricof
Alan J. Patricof is the Co-Founder and Chairperson of Primetime Partners, an early-stage venture capital fund launched in 2020 to back companies serving the aging population. Over a career spanning more than fifty years, he has been an investor in Apple, America Online, Audible, Venmo, Axios, and The Huffington Post, and was a founder and Chairman of New York Magazine.

Patricof founded Patricof & Co. Ventures, a predecessor to Apax Partners — today one of the world’s leading private equity firms with more than $85 billion under management — and in 2006 co-founded Greycroft, where he serves as Chairman Emeritus. He is the author of the memoir No Red Lights: Reflections on Life, 50 Years in Venture Capital and Never Driving Alone.

He serves on the board of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation, the Finance Committee of Northside Center for Child Development, the Board of Overseers of Columbia Business School, and the board of The Fortune Society. He is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and holds a B.S. from Ohio State University and an MBA from Columbia Business School.

About CaringKind
For nearly 50 years, CaringKind has been the trusted partner in Alzheimer’s and dementia care, walking alongside individuals, families, and care partners from the earliest signs of change through every stage of the journey. Through education, counseling, support groups, a 24/7 helpline staffed by dementia specialists, and community programs, CaringKind delivers the knowledge and connection families need, all free of charge. If you need help, reach out at 646-744-2900 or wearecaringkind.org.

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The co-founder of Apax, Greycroft and Primetime Partners – who backed Apple, AOL, and Venmo – brings five decades of investment acumen and a deep commitment to aging to CaringKind’s board

NEW YORK, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Alan J. Patricof, one of the defining figures of modern venture capital and Chairperson and co-founder of Primetime Partners, has joined the Board of Directors of CaringKind, the leading expert on Alzheimer’s and dementia care since 1978. Since co-founding Primetime Partners in 2020, Patricof has focused his investment work squarely on companies serving older adults, a conviction that makes him a natural partner for CaringKind’s mission.

His appointment comes as the demographic urgency around dementia care reaches an inflection point. By 2030, every baby boomer will be 65 or older, the age of greatest Alzheimer’s risk, making expert care and family support among the defining needs of the decade ahead.

“I am delighted to be joining Caring Kind particularly at this time as they reach an inflection point in spreading their wings beyond the greater New York City area. Their skills and methodology in the area of dementia care will be increasingly available to an expanding number of families who desperately need their services,” said Alan Patricof, Chairperson and co-founder of Primetime Partners.

“Alan Patricof is one of the most accomplished venture capitalists of the last half-century, and in recent years has trained that expertise on the aging population, the very community CaringKind exists to serve,” said Eleonora Tornatore-Mikesh, President and CEO of CaringKind. His judgment, his network, and his conviction that aging deserves serious investment will strengthen everything we do. We are honored to welcome him to our board.”

About Alan J. Patricof
Alan J. Patricof is the Co-Founder and Chairperson of Primetime Partners, an early-stage venture capital fund launched in 2020 to back companies serving the aging population. Over a career spanning more than fifty years, he has been an investor in Apple, America Online, Audible, Venmo, Axios, and The Huffington Post, and was a founder and Chairman of New York Magazine.

Patricof founded Patricof & Co. Ventures, a predecessor to Apax Partners — today one of the world’s leading private equity firms with more than $85 billion under management — and in 2006 co-founded Greycroft, where he serves as Chairman Emeritus. He is the author of the memoir No Red Lights: Reflections on Life, 50 Years in Venture Capital and Never Driving Alone.

He serves on the board of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation, the Finance Committee of Northside Center for Child Development, the Board of Overseers of Columbia Business School, and the board of The Fortune Society. He is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and holds a B.S. from Ohio State University and an MBA from Columbia Business School.

About CaringKind
For nearly 50 years, CaringKind has been the trusted partner in Alzheimer’s and dementia care, walking alongside individuals, families, and care partners from the earliest signs of change through every stage of the journey. Through education, counseling, support groups, a 24/7 helpline staffed by dementia specialists, and community programs, CaringKind delivers the knowledge and connection families need, all free of charge. If you need help, reach out at 646-744-2900 or wearecaringkind.org.

Media Contact
Courtney Dawson, Chief Marketing Officer, CaringKind
courtney@wearecaringkind.org

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