Core Points - Smithfield Foods has partnered with Feed the Children to host Resource Rallies aimed at addressing food insecurity among local families and children returning to school [1][2] - The initiative includes a $100,000 donation and the provision of thousands of pounds of protein, such as ham and bacon, to support families in need [3][7] - The first Resource Rally took place in Cudahy, Wisconsin, with additional events planned in Milan, Missouri, and Clinton, North Carolina, each expected to assist approximately 400 families [2][6] Company Initiatives - Smithfield's hunger relief program, Helping Hungry Homes, has provided hundreds of millions of servings of protein across all 50 U.S. states since 2008, with over 25 million servings valued at nearly $28 million donated in 2024 alone [7] - The company is on track to donate an additional 200 million servings of protein by the end of 2025, highlighting its commitment to combating food insecurity [7] Community Impact - Each participating family at the Resource Rallies receives a 25-pound box of food and a 15-pound box of personal care items, along with school supplies for children [4][6] - The collaboration between Smithfield Foods and Feed the Children marks its second year, addressing the serious issue of childhood hunger, particularly during the back-to-school season [6][10]

PS - Our absurdly generous sponsors also donated north of $13,000 for the raffle we hosted at the end of the day.Truly blessed to have this level of support from the community! ...

The grant is one of the largest awarded by FirstEnergy Foundation in New Jersey this year and is part of more than $2 million in community support distributed across FirstEnergy's service areas in the first half of 2025. Doug Mokoid, FirstEnergy's President, New Jersey: "This grant recognizes the powerful impact Interfaith Neighbors has on Asbury Park. From job readiness to food access, their programs are helping residents build brighter futures. We're proud to support their mission and the community they s ...

FAIRMONT, W.Va., Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Reflecting care for the community, the FirstEnergy Foundation has donated $10,000 to the Tygart Valley United Way to support local individuals and families still reeling from severe flash flooding in Marion County earlier this summer.The grant helps provide emergency essentials like clothing and cleaning supplies, assists families with obtaining permanent housing and replaces critical items such as water heaters and furnaces. The FirstEnergy Foundation has d ...

Core Insights - Natural Grocers is celebrating its 70th anniversary, emphasizing its commitment to quality products and community values established by its founders in 1955 [1][2][3] - The company operates 169 stores across 21 states, maintaining a focus on organic and natural products that meet strict quality standards [3][10] Anniversary Celebration Details - The anniversary event will take place from August 14 to 16, featuring discounts of up to 60% on over 500 products [7] - Customers can participate in various giveaways, including a chance to win a Mustang Mach-E® Premium or $47,000 cash, along with other prizes totaling over $194,000 [5][16] - Special promotions include free snow cones, popcorn, and limited-edition products like the Pecan Caramel Pie coffee blend priced at $7.99 for 10 ounces [6][7] Community Engagement - On August 14, 1% of all sales will be donated to the Heroes in Aprons Fund, supporting Natural Grocers employees facing unexpected hardships [8][12] - The company continues to uphold its Five Founding Principles, including a commitment to community and crew, with significant investments in employee compensation [10]

I made it. You made it. >> Tonight, after 682 days in the hospital, >> we're home.>> Ava Widle is finally home with a new heart and kidney. >> I don't feel like it's real. I feel so happy and thankful for everyone.>> Ava was born with a severe congenital heart defect and spent the last two years fighting for her life at the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota. What's the first thing you want to do now that you're home. >> Um, well, first was hug my friends.There's been lots of FaceTime calls. We're just like happy to ...

Core Insights - Superior HealthPlan has been providing community hygiene closets since 2020 to support families in need across Texas [2][3] - The initiative has received over $700,000 in funding to assist communities, addressing the lack of personal care items not covered by SNAP [3][4] - Superior HealthPlan is a leading managed care organization serving 2 million people in Texas and has contributed $11.9 million in grants and sponsorships since 2020 [8] Program Details - The community hygiene closets are stocked with essential personal care products and are offered at no cost [1][4] - Currently, the initiative operates in 20 communities, with nearly 30 hygiene closets supported in 2025 [5][6] - The program was introduced during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic and expanded based on positive feedback from the community [4] Community Impact - The initiative is crucial for low-income families, as personal care items are not included in SNAP benefits, which serve approximately 3.5 million low-income Texans [3] - Local organizations, such as the NET Health Women, Infants and Children (WIC) department, express appreciation for the support provided by Superior HealthPlan [5] - Superior HealthPlan employs 3,500 individuals across Texas, emphasizing local involvement in all 254 counties [8]

You're a volunteer. Yes, sir. You've been doing backbreaking work out here for 10 days for free.What motivates you to keep going. The the families. I I can't imagine the the the anguish that they must be feeling, especially the ones that are still looking right now.We're not wavering one bit. We're we're going to bring everybody home. That's the goal.There is no plan B. You're looking at our station, which is uh very fortunate to still be standing. We had eight feet of water from the flood.There's been so m ...

Disaster Overview - The number of missing individuals in Kerr County remains at 161 after 24 hours of searching [2] - The death toll in Kerr County has risen to 96 [25] - The search area covers around 1,000 miles of the river and surrounding area [13] Recovery Efforts - Search efforts involve state, local, and federal agencies, as well as volunteer organizations [8][10] - Teams from other states and Mexico are assisting with the search [8][11] - Resources include helicopters, scuba divers, cadaver dogs, and horses [9][11] Community Impact - Five campers and one counselor are still missing from Camp Mystic [14][16] - The Camp Mystic community is strong and supporting each other [18][19] - Community visuals were held to remember and grieve together [17] Accountability and Future Prevention - Questions are being raised about accountability and whether more could have been done to prevent the loss of life [4] - A special session will be held to address the response and these questions [4] - Officials state they will be "very weather alert" regarding potential future flooding [6] Aid and Resources - Short-term and long-term housing, food, and clothing are needed for survivors [21] - A FEMA site is open to provide resources for those not covered by insurance [22] - Donations can be made to the Hill Country community group and United Way [19][22][23]

Let's bring in right now United Cinjun and Navy Texas Deputy Incident Commander Ryan Log who's in Kerville Kurville, Texas for us. Um so Ryan, give me a sense first of all what your group is doing and your top priorities right now. Uh as of right now, our top priorities are doing kind of special project stuff out in general for the uh for the organization.We are vetting uh first our uh volunteers, making sure that all the equipment that we've gotten organized and supplies that we've had sent in are getting ...