Reported by DallasNews 22 hours ago.
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What yoga can do for soldiers and veterans
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Sport24.co.za | Bjorn gambles on experience to complement in-form rookies
European skipper Thomas Bjorn will entrust a handful of Ryder Cup veterans to accompany a quintet of rookies into battle against a fearsome US teams.
Reported by News24 20 hours ago.
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'Die If Necessary'; Targeted Afghan Minority Prepares to Fight
Shiite veterans of the Syria war are ready to answer the call of community leaders to protect western Kabul’s Dashte Barchi neighborhood, home to the largest concentration of the minority Shiite sect in Afghanistan.
Reported by Wall Street Journal 17 hours ago.
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Delaware veterans receive needed services during annual Dover Stand Down
About 1,200 veterans will be in Dover to receive basic services, information, clothing and housing.
Reported by Delawareonline 18 hours ago.
Reported by Delawareonline 18 hours ago.
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Hong Kong Green Finance Association is Officially Launched at Today's 2018 Green Finance Forum & Launch Ceremony
HONG KONG, Sept. 21, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --The 2018 Green Finance Forum & Launch of the Hong Kong Green Finance Association was held at the Hong Kong Stock Exchange today, which marked the official launch of the non-for-profit organization *Hong Kong Green Finance Association *(HKGFA). Over 300 delegates from the HKGFA members, policy, businesses, non-profit organizations, academia and media attended the event to celebrate the occasion. The Association aims to establish Hong Kong as a leading international green finance hub.
Hong Kong S.A.R.'s Chief Executive the Hon Mrs Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor, Deputy Director of the Liaison Office of the Central Government Chou Hong, Chairman of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited and Honorary Advisor to HKGFA the Hon Laura Cha and HKGFA chairman and president, member of the HK Financial Services Development Council, and Co-Chair of the G20 Green Finance Study Group Dr. MA Jun took part in the launch ceremony as the officiating guests.
The Hon Mrs. Carrie Lam, Hong Kong S.A.R.'s Chief Executive, delivered opening remarks at the ceremony, she commented: "As Hong Kong is building momentum on green finance, we are glad to see the proactive initiative from over 90 market practitioners and business front-runners in launching the Hong Kong Green Finance Association. The establishment of the Association marks another milestone in the development of Hong Kong as a green finance hub. It signifies the depth of our market for green finance and industry's commitment to putting Hong Kong on the world map as a green finance capital. Rest assured, my Government will support the Association and other local professional bodies in their work, including in their collaboration with overseas counterparts in the promotion of green finance."
Dr. MA Jun welcomed the attending guests at the ceremony and started proceedings with a keynote presentation on the topic of "Green Finance Landscape: Global, China and Hong Kong S.A.R.". Dr. MA Jun pointed out: "Green finance has become the major trend in the development of the global financial sector. Hong Kong has the obligation and capability to contribute and promote the development of green finance. Hong Kong Green Finance Association will aim to establish Hong Kong S.A.R. as a leading international green finance hub and serve as an important platform for green financing among China and markets along the Belt & Road.
Capital Environment Holdings Limited and China Everbright Bank Hong Kong Branch today listed the issuance of their inaugural green bonds valued at USD250 million and USD300 million respectively, with a gong hitting ceremony at the HKEX Connect Hall. The issuance fully demonstrated Hong Kong's capability and potential to become the leading international green finance hub. Government officials and industry veterans in Hong Kong and mainland China shared their insights on the role of Hong Kong in promoting and tapping the opportunities from the development of green finance globally and regionally in panel discussions. Topics included "Roadmap for Hong Kong's Green Finance Development", "Green Finance Connect: Mainland Green Finance Cities and Hong Kong", "Greening Belt & Road Investment", "Green Banking, Bonds, and Insurance", and "ESG Integration in Asset Management".
The launch of HKGFA creates a platform that offers more channels and opportunities to facilitate the development of green finance in Hong Kong. It aims to mobilize private sector resources and talents to assist the government in developing green finance policies and to promote green finance business and product innovation within financial institutions. A specific goal of the Association is to provide greater access and opportunities for Hong Kong's financial institutions to participate in green financing transactions locally, in Mainland China and in markets along the Belt & Road. This will serve to position Hong Kong as a leading international green finance hub, in line with the global trend of implementing the UN sustainable development goals, and the Paris Agreement. Currently, the Association has members of 90 Hong Kong financial institutions, environmentally-friendly organizations, service providers and other key stakeholders.
The Hong Kong Government has previously announced the plan to issue green bonds of up to HK$100 billion to finance green infrastructure projects. The government also launched the "Green Bond Grant Scheme" to subsidize eligible green bond issuers in obtaining certification under the Green Finance Certification Scheme by the Hong Kong Quality Assurance Agency. The cost incurred will be waived up to a maximum subsidy of HK$800,000 per bond issuance. Reported by PR Newswire Asia 18 hours ago.
Hong Kong S.A.R.'s Chief Executive the Hon Mrs Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor, Deputy Director of the Liaison Office of the Central Government Chou Hong, Chairman of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited and Honorary Advisor to HKGFA the Hon Laura Cha and HKGFA chairman and president, member of the HK Financial Services Development Council, and Co-Chair of the G20 Green Finance Study Group Dr. MA Jun took part in the launch ceremony as the officiating guests.
The Hon Mrs. Carrie Lam, Hong Kong S.A.R.'s Chief Executive, delivered opening remarks at the ceremony, she commented: "As Hong Kong is building momentum on green finance, we are glad to see the proactive initiative from over 90 market practitioners and business front-runners in launching the Hong Kong Green Finance Association. The establishment of the Association marks another milestone in the development of Hong Kong as a green finance hub. It signifies the depth of our market for green finance and industry's commitment to putting Hong Kong on the world map as a green finance capital. Rest assured, my Government will support the Association and other local professional bodies in their work, including in their collaboration with overseas counterparts in the promotion of green finance."
Dr. MA Jun welcomed the attending guests at the ceremony and started proceedings with a keynote presentation on the topic of "Green Finance Landscape: Global, China and Hong Kong S.A.R.". Dr. MA Jun pointed out: "Green finance has become the major trend in the development of the global financial sector. Hong Kong has the obligation and capability to contribute and promote the development of green finance. Hong Kong Green Finance Association will aim to establish Hong Kong S.A.R. as a leading international green finance hub and serve as an important platform for green financing among China and markets along the Belt & Road.
Capital Environment Holdings Limited and China Everbright Bank Hong Kong Branch today listed the issuance of their inaugural green bonds valued at USD250 million and USD300 million respectively, with a gong hitting ceremony at the HKEX Connect Hall. The issuance fully demonstrated Hong Kong's capability and potential to become the leading international green finance hub. Government officials and industry veterans in Hong Kong and mainland China shared their insights on the role of Hong Kong in promoting and tapping the opportunities from the development of green finance globally and regionally in panel discussions. Topics included "Roadmap for Hong Kong's Green Finance Development", "Green Finance Connect: Mainland Green Finance Cities and Hong Kong", "Greening Belt & Road Investment", "Green Banking, Bonds, and Insurance", and "ESG Integration in Asset Management".
The launch of HKGFA creates a platform that offers more channels and opportunities to facilitate the development of green finance in Hong Kong. It aims to mobilize private sector resources and talents to assist the government in developing green finance policies and to promote green finance business and product innovation within financial institutions. A specific goal of the Association is to provide greater access and opportunities for Hong Kong's financial institutions to participate in green financing transactions locally, in Mainland China and in markets along the Belt & Road. This will serve to position Hong Kong as a leading international green finance hub, in line with the global trend of implementing the UN sustainable development goals, and the Paris Agreement. Currently, the Association has members of 90 Hong Kong financial institutions, environmentally-friendly organizations, service providers and other key stakeholders.
The Hong Kong Government has previously announced the plan to issue green bonds of up to HK$100 billion to finance green infrastructure projects. The government also launched the "Green Bond Grant Scheme" to subsidize eligible green bond issuers in obtaining certification under the Green Finance Certification Scheme by the Hong Kong Quality Assurance Agency. The cost incurred will be waived up to a maximum subsidy of HK$800,000 per bond issuance. Reported by PR Newswire Asia 18 hours ago.
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2018 Demo Asia Summit successfully held in Singapore
The Next Development Opportunity in Southeast AsiaSINGAPORE, Sept. 21, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2018 Demo Asia Summit was successfully held at Sands Expo and Convention Center in Singapore on Sept 18th. With the theme "Innovation without Boundary", the summit gathered industry leaders and elites, top investors, technology experts and corporate executives to discuss the future business opportunities in Southeast Asia as well as hot topics such as blockchain technology and its investment strategy and practical applications.Demo Asia summit scene
*A Southeast Asian Blockchain Festival Kicks Off*
There's no doubt that the blockchain technology has became the hottest topic of the year. Dozens of industry leaders and top investors including John Wu, chairman of FengHe Fund Management & Gooagoo; Jaeyoung Shin, head of Samsung Ventures China; Virginia Yang, director of developer partnerships and programs of Facebook APAC; Kai Gu, co-founder of QF Capital; Derek Haoyang Li, founder of Yixue & Squirrel AI Learning; and Mick Tsai, co-founder of Contentos generously shared several successful applications and its future development opportunities.
Mary Nan, the CEO of CYZone, gave the welcome address of the 2018 Demo Asia Summit. She believes that as an important international fintech hub, Singapore, is developing rapidly in blockchain adoption and has great potential in the future. Therefore, this year Demo Asia chose Singapore as the starting point to enhance the exchange between China and Singapore's startup and venture capital industry.
In addition, Cheong WeiYang, deputy chief executive officer of National Research Foundation of Singapore Prime Minister's Office, and Yew Sung Pei, assistant CEO of Enterprise Singapore, made welcome speeches in which they jointly promoted the "Global Innovation Alliance" in the name of Enterprise Singapore and Singapore Economic Development Board. It is a global network, a major innovation hub connecting Singapore and the rest of the world, benefitting from the rich resources of local partners and facilitating overseas cooperation, and CYZone is one of the marketing partners.
After that, John Woo delivered an important speech focused on innovation opportunities and future business ecosystem reconstruction. He demonstrated the tremendous development in China in the past few decades, especially some outstanding innovations on the Internet. He also pointed out that China has gone through two big waves in the past 20 years, but during the transition of its business ecosystem, some Chinese industries are moving to the Southeast Asia Market.
In the afternoon, Kai Gu, co-founder of QF Capital; Feng Guo, co-founder of DL Capital; and Steven Guo, co-founder of BUMO.IO, participated in a panel discussion on practical applications of blockchain in China.Chinese top investors talk about future opportunities in Southeast Asia
*15 Blockchain Projects Roadshow Final*
Finally, 15 outstanding blockchain project teams that emerged from more than thousand of preliminary projects competed on the final roadshow stage. These teams came from China, Poland, Singapore, Indonesia, and Portugal, covering industries and sectors such as public chain, big data, new retail, and real estate. They were made up of both fresh minds and veterans who have been immersed in the blockchain industry for many years.Roadshow teams receiving 2018 Demo Asia Awards
These 15 projects included Aptoide, Beijing Guanghe Xincheng Technology Co., Ltd, Buddy Team Sp. z o.o., AITREAT PTE. LTD, HARA Technology PTE LTD, Triip Pte. Ltd，REALID PTE. LTD, Novelship Pte Ltd, ROMAD SECURITY HOLDING LTD, BEIJING HASHZONE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD, Study Banks (Beijing) International Data Technology Co., Ltd, BHP Financial Group, Real Estate Doc Pte Ltd, Maitian.ai and GrEARN. After 15 exciting roadshows, Aptoide won the championship of 2018 Demo Asia.
Aptoide is one of the world's top 3 android app stores, with 250 million yearly unique users and 35 million monthly unique active users in the world, who download about 300 million apps & games every month. India, Brazil, Mexico, USA and Indonesia are their top 5 markets and their major competitor is Google Play.
*A gathering of Chinese-Singapore Science and Technology elites*
Stemming from Demo Day in the United States, Demo Asia is one of the brand activities of CYZone. 2018 Demo Asia started in Singapore, cooperating with Singapore Week of Innovation & Technology (known as SWITCH) and brought in Chinese blockchain industry leaders, senior technicians and top investors as well as 15 outstanding blockchain innovative projects, which will encourage the exchange of blockchain technology, innovative project matching and financing cooperation between Singapore and China.
View original content to download multimedia:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/2018-demo-asia-summit-successfully-held-in-singapore-300716760.html Reported by PR Newswire Asia 18 hours ago.
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Conservatives demand end to Veterans Affairs' support for convicted murderer
Tensions boiled over in the House of Commons Thursday over Veterans Affairs Canada's decision to pay for the PTSD treatment of a Halifax man who murdered an off-duty police officer.
Reported by CTV News 15 hours ago.
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25 rising Chicago entrepreneurs and technologists under the age of 25
One of the best ways to measure a startup ecosystem and where it is headed is by looking at its youngest entrepreneurs and technologists. From classrooms at Northwestern University and the University of Chicago, to the city’s accelerator programs for budding entrepreneurs, there is evidence in all corners of Chicago that show it’s not just tech veterans pushing the city’s innovative spirit forward. To highlight some of Chicago’s young tech leaders, Chicago Inno, the four-year-old publication…
Reported by bizjournals 14 hours ago.
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SAVI is Excited to Announce Receipt of the 2018 Gold Seal of Transparency on GuideStar
The Strategic Alliance for Veteran Integration (SAVI) launched an unconventional approach for Veterans transitioning out of active duty earlier this year. Today, SAVI is excited to announce receipt of the 2018 Gold Seal of Transparency on GuideStar!
IRVINE, Calif. (PRWEB) September 21, 2018
The Strategic Alliance for Veteran Integration (SAVI) launched an unconventional approach for Veterans transitioning out of active duty earlier this year. Today, SAVI is excited to announce receipt of the 2018 Gold Seal of Transparency on GuideStar!
A GuideStar Seal of Transparency indicates that an organization has provided key information in its Nonprofit Profile. By providing up-to-date information, nonprofits allow potential donors and funders to make educated decisions about the work they do to make the world a better place. When you earn a Seal of Transparency, you provide context for the IRS information already in your organization's GuideStar Nonprofit Profile, give potential donors and funders better insight into your work, and stand out from the other nonprofits in our database.
“SAVI was designed with a streamlined, holistic approach to ease Veteran transition,” said Adrianne Phillips, 100-percent service-disabled Air Force Veteran and founder of SAVI. “The 2018 Gold Seal of Transparency highlights our commitment to getting Veterans the benefits they deserve.”
For more information on SAVI and the 2018 Gold Seal of Transparency on GuideStar, visit https://www.guidestar.org/profile/82-3598461.
About SAVI
http://www.savivets.org
Established in 2017, SAVI clarifies VA benefits and provides custom transition solutions to Veterans and the organizations that support them. Our clear path to getting Veterans the benefits they deserve will allow us to reach 10,000 Veterans in our first year of launch. This is a testament to our commitment ensuring the Veteran community understands the resources available to support their post-transition goals.
About GuideStar
Each year, millions of people use GuideStar information to make decisions about nonprofits and the work they do. Donors explore charities and issues they want to support. Nonprofit leaders benchmark their organizations against their peers. Funders research grantees. GuideStar strives to provide the highest-quality, most complete nonprofit information available. Reported by PRWeb 11 hours ago.
IRVINE, Calif. (PRWEB) September 21, 2018
The Strategic Alliance for Veteran Integration (SAVI) launched an unconventional approach for Veterans transitioning out of active duty earlier this year. Today, SAVI is excited to announce receipt of the 2018 Gold Seal of Transparency on GuideStar!
A GuideStar Seal of Transparency indicates that an organization has provided key information in its Nonprofit Profile. By providing up-to-date information, nonprofits allow potential donors and funders to make educated decisions about the work they do to make the world a better place. When you earn a Seal of Transparency, you provide context for the IRS information already in your organization's GuideStar Nonprofit Profile, give potential donors and funders better insight into your work, and stand out from the other nonprofits in our database.
“SAVI was designed with a streamlined, holistic approach to ease Veteran transition,” said Adrianne Phillips, 100-percent service-disabled Air Force Veteran and founder of SAVI. “The 2018 Gold Seal of Transparency highlights our commitment to getting Veterans the benefits they deserve.”
For more information on SAVI and the 2018 Gold Seal of Transparency on GuideStar, visit https://www.guidestar.org/profile/82-3598461.
About SAVI
http://www.savivets.org
Established in 2017, SAVI clarifies VA benefits and provides custom transition solutions to Veterans and the organizations that support them. Our clear path to getting Veterans the benefits they deserve will allow us to reach 10,000 Veterans in our first year of launch. This is a testament to our commitment ensuring the Veteran community understands the resources available to support their post-transition goals.
About GuideStar
Each year, millions of people use GuideStar information to make decisions about nonprofits and the work they do. Donors explore charities and issues they want to support. Nonprofit leaders benchmark their organizations against their peers. Funders research grantees. GuideStar strives to provide the highest-quality, most complete nonprofit information available. Reported by PRWeb 11 hours ago.
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The Latest: Trump signs spending bill for agencies, Congress
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Latest on President Donald Trump (all times local):2:55 p.m.President Donald Trump has signed legislation to fund the Energy Department, veterans' programs and the legislative branch, including Congress and...
Reported by New Zealand Herald 10 hours ago.
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Eagles' Chris Long on his charitable giving: 'Fans can be the backbone of this kind of work'
Behind the scenes, Long's foundation supports people experiencing homelessness, underserved youth, and military veterans. It also funds access to clean water in Tanzania, a project called the Waterboys.
Reported by philly.com 9 hours ago.
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Trump to veterans: 'You backed me and I back you'
President Donald Trump tells veterans that he 'delivered' just like he said he would on the campaign trail. His comments came during the signing ceremony for new Appropriations Bill in Las Vegas. (Sept. 21)
Reported by USATODAY.com 8 hours ago.
Reported by USATODAY.com 8 hours ago.
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Light Up to Live Valor Charity Tournaments and Valor Ball to Benefit Veterans With PTSD
Golf tournament, Clay Shoot, and Gala Held Sept. 21-22 to Raise Funds, Awareness
DALLAS (PRWEB) September 21, 2018
The Light Up To Live Foundation, a charity founded by Randall and Sherry Reed, is honored to be hosting the upcoming Valor Charity Events taking place this weekend, September 21-22. The events will consist of a golf tournament, clay shoot tournament, and black-tie ball, all of which will raise awareness and funds to support the rehabilitation and medical needs of our military Veterans returning home after active duty.
“Light Up To Live has teamed up with Operation Rock the Troops with a mission: to assist our military men and women both in active duty and returning home, who are suffering from conditions such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI),” said Randall Reed, Founder of Light Up to Live Foundation. “Our military men and women give so much. Sherry and our family wanted to do all we could to add a little light, relief, and a path back home.”
To kick off the trifecta of events, the Valor Golf Tournament begins on Friday, September 21, 2018, at the Cowboys Golf Club in Grapevine, Texas. Saturday, the Valor Clay Shoot will take place at the Elm Fork Shooting Sports range.
The final event, The Valor Ball, will take place Saturday evening at 6:30 p.m. at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center. In attendance will be Mistress of Ceremonies LeeAnne Locken of the Real Housewives of Dallas, Owners of World Class Automotive Group and InLight Medical Randall and Sherry Reed, Operation Rock the Troops Founder Matthew JC, Retired NFL defensive player Tim Krumrie, Founder of Patriotic Service Dogs Tom Tackett, and Founders of the Task Force Dagger Foundation Keith and Keline David, whose foundation supports the needs of special forces members and their families.
At the Valor Ball, there will be a preview of the short film “Operation Torrent” about Special Forces member Josh Collins’ attempt at paddle-boarding the Pacific Ocean to raise awareness about veterans’ needs. Additionally, A highlight of the evening will be a live auction by Dean McCurry’s Auction Services, at which Jeff and Stacey Jeans will donate 10% ownership in their soon-to-be-born thoroughbred foal with championship lineage. Guests will also be encouraged to participate in the auction that will fund the training of two service dogs to be gifted to two military Veterans by Patriotic Service Dogs.
Specifically, funds will directly support:· The manufacturing and donating the FDA-cleared InLight Medical Polychromatic Light
· Therapy devices used to support the medical treatment for those suffering from symptoms associated with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) depression and soft tissue injuries while in service.
· Free Music Lessons for Active Duty and Veterans across the U.S., entertainment events for Veterans and an annual music grant given to an Active Duty or Veteran using music to enhance their community.
· State-of-the-art brain imaging, medical assistance, travel, accommodations, food, and family support for those in need.
Charitable Gala Sponsors include: Irving-based Ethos Group, Dallas Cowboys, Commerce Street Capital, Park Cities Ford Lincoln, Prestige Ford Garland, Planet Ford Spring, Planet Ford Humble, Operation Rock the Troops, InLight Medical, FordDirect, Auctioneer Dean McCurry, Leviate Air Group, Chris and Lori Munoz of LMNOC Media Group, Team Velocity, The Gravity Company, and The Belmont Foundation.
Media Contact:
Jodie Morris
(281) 719-3756
jmorris@wcao.net
About Light Up To Live Up
Light Up to Live Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity dedicated to assisting military men and women in active duty and those returning home. Light Up to Live offers monetary support, medical consultation, and life-changing assistance to those suffering from conditions such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).
About Operations Rock the Troops
Operation Rock the Troops believes that music is one of the best ways to create awareness and raise donations. The foundation gives back to the military by providing live entertainment, free music lessons and an annual music grant awarded to a military member or group that uses music to enhance the community. Reported by PRWeb 9 hours ago.
DALLAS (PRWEB) September 21, 2018
The Light Up To Live Foundation, a charity founded by Randall and Sherry Reed, is honored to be hosting the upcoming Valor Charity Events taking place this weekend, September 21-22. The events will consist of a golf tournament, clay shoot tournament, and black-tie ball, all of which will raise awareness and funds to support the rehabilitation and medical needs of our military Veterans returning home after active duty.
“Light Up To Live has teamed up with Operation Rock the Troops with a mission: to assist our military men and women both in active duty and returning home, who are suffering from conditions such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI),” said Randall Reed, Founder of Light Up to Live Foundation. “Our military men and women give so much. Sherry and our family wanted to do all we could to add a little light, relief, and a path back home.”
To kick off the trifecta of events, the Valor Golf Tournament begins on Friday, September 21, 2018, at the Cowboys Golf Club in Grapevine, Texas. Saturday, the Valor Clay Shoot will take place at the Elm Fork Shooting Sports range.
The final event, The Valor Ball, will take place Saturday evening at 6:30 p.m. at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center. In attendance will be Mistress of Ceremonies LeeAnne Locken of the Real Housewives of Dallas, Owners of World Class Automotive Group and InLight Medical Randall and Sherry Reed, Operation Rock the Troops Founder Matthew JC, Retired NFL defensive player Tim Krumrie, Founder of Patriotic Service Dogs Tom Tackett, and Founders of the Task Force Dagger Foundation Keith and Keline David, whose foundation supports the needs of special forces members and their families.
At the Valor Ball, there will be a preview of the short film “Operation Torrent” about Special Forces member Josh Collins’ attempt at paddle-boarding the Pacific Ocean to raise awareness about veterans’ needs. Additionally, A highlight of the evening will be a live auction by Dean McCurry’s Auction Services, at which Jeff and Stacey Jeans will donate 10% ownership in their soon-to-be-born thoroughbred foal with championship lineage. Guests will also be encouraged to participate in the auction that will fund the training of two service dogs to be gifted to two military Veterans by Patriotic Service Dogs.
Specifically, funds will directly support:· The manufacturing and donating the FDA-cleared InLight Medical Polychromatic Light
· Therapy devices used to support the medical treatment for those suffering from symptoms associated with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) depression and soft tissue injuries while in service.
· Free Music Lessons for Active Duty and Veterans across the U.S., entertainment events for Veterans and an annual music grant given to an Active Duty or Veteran using music to enhance their community.
· State-of-the-art brain imaging, medical assistance, travel, accommodations, food, and family support for those in need.
Charitable Gala Sponsors include: Irving-based Ethos Group, Dallas Cowboys, Commerce Street Capital, Park Cities Ford Lincoln, Prestige Ford Garland, Planet Ford Spring, Planet Ford Humble, Operation Rock the Troops, InLight Medical, FordDirect, Auctioneer Dean McCurry, Leviate Air Group, Chris and Lori Munoz of LMNOC Media Group, Team Velocity, The Gravity Company, and The Belmont Foundation.
Media Contact:
Jodie Morris
(281) 719-3756
jmorris@wcao.net
About Light Up To Live Up
Light Up to Live Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity dedicated to assisting military men and women in active duty and those returning home. Light Up to Live offers monetary support, medical consultation, and life-changing assistance to those suffering from conditions such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).
About Operations Rock the Troops
Operation Rock the Troops believes that music is one of the best ways to create awareness and raise donations. The foundation gives back to the military by providing live entertainment, free music lessons and an annual music grant awarded to a military member or group that uses music to enhance the community. Reported by PRWeb 9 hours ago.
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Trump Signs Spending Bill to Renovate US Military Bases
President Donald Trump signed into law Friday an appropriations bill that will pay for renovations to U.S. military bases and give veterans the flexibility to see a private doctor when faced with long lines at the VA, thereby delivering on his campaign promise.
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Plans for Vietnam War education center on National Mall shut down over funding concerns
Plans to build an underground Vietnam War education center near the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington were shuttered Friday over fundraising issues related to the $130 million project.
Reported by FOXNews.com 19 hours ago.
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Veterans Struggling After Sexual Assault Increasingly Turn To Service Dogs
Though the VA provides veterinary benefits for service dogs assigned to people with physical disabilities, it does not currently recognize psychiatric service dogs for treatment.
Reported by NPR 17 hours ago.
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Think Realty Announces 2018 Think Realty Honors Winners
Award program recognizes leaders who positively impact the real estate investing industry
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (PRWEB) September 22, 2018
Think Realty, the industry leader in real estate investor resources and education, announces its 2018 Think Realty Honors winners. The winners are peer-nominated investors who excel within their industry niche. This year, over two hundred unique nominations were submitted. Finalists were selected by an independent panel of prior Think Realty Honors recipients, and winners by a panel of Think Realty leaders and visionaries.
Master Investor of the Year: Adam Adams, Blue Spruce Holdings.
Multifamily Investor of the Year: Joe Fairless, Ashcroft Capital.
Single-Family Investor of the Year: Tom Olson, Good Success, Olson Group.
Educator of the Year: Bruce Norris, The Norris Group.
Property Manager of the Year: Marc Cunningham, Grace Property Management and Real Estate.
Think Realty Industry Impact Award: Ross Hamilton, Connected Investors.
Real Estate Investing Services: Anthony Cazazian, Renters Warehouse.
Private Lender of the Year: Rob Barney, DHLC Investments Inc.
Commercial Investor of the Year: Salvatore Buscemi, The Commercial Investor.
Humanitarian of the Year: Ken Lacy, Veterans Path Up Inc.
Eddie Wilson, CEO of Think Realty and Affinity Worldwide: “It is gratifying to be associated with real estate investing professionals who strive to make a positive difference in their communities. It is especially gratifying when we see past Think Realty Honors recipients go on to achieve even greater things. Past winner Andy Williams is now on HGTV’s “Flip or Flop Fort Worth.”
Think Realty is a central education and information resource for new real estate investors and seasoned professionals, providing members with valuable tools that help them to optimize their competitive advantage, succeed in the industry, achieve wealth-building goals and live lives of purpose. Think Realty is part of Affinity Worldwide. More information about Think Realty and Affinity Worldwide can be found at http://www.thinkrealty.com and http://www.affinityworldwide.com.
For additional comments or questions please call or email
Laura Chalk
PR Manager, Affinity Worldwide
816-398-4111 x 86172
lchalk(at)affinityworldwide(dot)com Reported by PRWeb 15 hours ago.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (PRWEB) September 22, 2018
Think Realty, the industry leader in real estate investor resources and education, announces its 2018 Think Realty Honors winners. The winners are peer-nominated investors who excel within their industry niche. This year, over two hundred unique nominations were submitted. Finalists were selected by an independent panel of prior Think Realty Honors recipients, and winners by a panel of Think Realty leaders and visionaries.
Master Investor of the Year: Adam Adams, Blue Spruce Holdings.
Multifamily Investor of the Year: Joe Fairless, Ashcroft Capital.
Single-Family Investor of the Year: Tom Olson, Good Success, Olson Group.
Educator of the Year: Bruce Norris, The Norris Group.
Property Manager of the Year: Marc Cunningham, Grace Property Management and Real Estate.
Think Realty Industry Impact Award: Ross Hamilton, Connected Investors.
Real Estate Investing Services: Anthony Cazazian, Renters Warehouse.
Private Lender of the Year: Rob Barney, DHLC Investments Inc.
Commercial Investor of the Year: Salvatore Buscemi, The Commercial Investor.
Humanitarian of the Year: Ken Lacy, Veterans Path Up Inc.
Eddie Wilson, CEO of Think Realty and Affinity Worldwide: “It is gratifying to be associated with real estate investing professionals who strive to make a positive difference in their communities. It is especially gratifying when we see past Think Realty Honors recipients go on to achieve even greater things. Past winner Andy Williams is now on HGTV’s “Flip or Flop Fort Worth.”
Think Realty is a central education and information resource for new real estate investors and seasoned professionals, providing members with valuable tools that help them to optimize their competitive advantage, succeed in the industry, achieve wealth-building goals and live lives of purpose. Think Realty is part of Affinity Worldwide. More information about Think Realty and Affinity Worldwide can be found at http://www.thinkrealty.com and http://www.affinityworldwide.com.
For additional comments or questions please call or email
Laura Chalk
PR Manager, Affinity Worldwide
816-398-4111 x 86172
lchalk(at)affinityworldwide(dot)com Reported by PRWeb 15 hours ago.
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This Orlando financial adviser uses his Army training to reinforce essential skills
Derek Grimm's responsibilities include hiring, educating, training, and mentoring new advisors, and he has hired more than five veterans in the last three years.
Reported by bizjournals 14 hours ago.
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Change Capital Provides $775K to Florida-based Sign Language Services Company for Growth and Working Capital
Company to use funding to expand its services to under-served communities
NEW YORK (PRWEB) September 22, 2018
Change Capital is pleased to announce that they have provided funding to support the growth plans of a Kissimmee, Florida based sign language services provider.
Founded in 1992, the woman/minority-owned company has been successfully executing on its mission to provide the highest quality professional and ethical sign language services to its clients, particularly in Hispanic areas with limited means and access to these services.
In addition to sign language classes for the community the company has established specialty programs designed to meet the needs of individuals from Latin American countries.
Raffi Azadian, CEO of Change Capital, commented: “We are thrilled to be supporting this impressive woman and minority-owned business providing much needed services to its community and to the world. The company exemplifies the American Dream and the entrepreneurial spirit and their hard work and drive have produced tremendous results.”
“I am sure you fund many companies,” said the company’s president and CEO. “Please know that this is one company where your support is going directly to the heart of a special community that will benefit immensely.”
About Change Capital:
With headquarters, underwriting and back-office operations in New York and origination and service locations in Chicago, Los Angeles, and Atlanta, Change Capital provides creative, flexible, and timely capital solutions to small and medium businesses across the country.
In addition, Change Capital actively seeks out opportunities to finance businesses that provide impactful, socially responsible, and ethically-produced products and services and those that are owned and successfully operated by minorities, women, veterans of the armed forces, immigrants, and the physically challenged.
Change Capital’s solutions include:· Interim working capital to improve a business’ financial condition in preparation for bank/non-bank financing
· Contingent capital availability to take advantage of preferential purchasing or investment opportunities, execute on large or unexpected customer contracts and purchase orders, accelerate growth and expansion opportunities, buyout equity partners, provide liquidity to private equity owners, etc.
· Bridges to 3rd party financing, M&A or other liquidity events
· Subordinated (mezzanine) financing in conjunction with senior institutional lenders
For additional information, please visit the company’s website at http://www.change.capital or email to info(at)change(dot)capital. Reported by PRWeb 4 hours ago.
NEW YORK (PRWEB) September 22, 2018
Change Capital is pleased to announce that they have provided funding to support the growth plans of a Kissimmee, Florida based sign language services provider.
Founded in 1992, the woman/minority-owned company has been successfully executing on its mission to provide the highest quality professional and ethical sign language services to its clients, particularly in Hispanic areas with limited means and access to these services.
In addition to sign language classes for the community the company has established specialty programs designed to meet the needs of individuals from Latin American countries.
Raffi Azadian, CEO of Change Capital, commented: “We are thrilled to be supporting this impressive woman and minority-owned business providing much needed services to its community and to the world. The company exemplifies the American Dream and the entrepreneurial spirit and their hard work and drive have produced tremendous results.”
“I am sure you fund many companies,” said the company’s president and CEO. “Please know that this is one company where your support is going directly to the heart of a special community that will benefit immensely.”
About Change Capital:
With headquarters, underwriting and back-office operations in New York and origination and service locations in Chicago, Los Angeles, and Atlanta, Change Capital provides creative, flexible, and timely capital solutions to small and medium businesses across the country.
In addition, Change Capital actively seeks out opportunities to finance businesses that provide impactful, socially responsible, and ethically-produced products and services and those that are owned and successfully operated by minorities, women, veterans of the armed forces, immigrants, and the physically challenged.
Change Capital’s solutions include:· Interim working capital to improve a business’ financial condition in preparation for bank/non-bank financing
· Contingent capital availability to take advantage of preferential purchasing or investment opportunities, execute on large or unexpected customer contracts and purchase orders, accelerate growth and expansion opportunities, buyout equity partners, provide liquidity to private equity owners, etc.
· Bridges to 3rd party financing, M&A or other liquidity events
· Subordinated (mezzanine) financing in conjunction with senior institutional lenders
For additional information, please visit the company’s website at http://www.change.capital or email to info(at)change(dot)capital. Reported by PRWeb 4 hours ago.
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