Tag: Save The Children

Union Pacific makes major donation for Ukrainian relief

Good News Notes: “Union Pacific will donate $500,000 to humanitarian relief in Ukraine, its largest-ever corporate donation for disaster relief, the company announced today. The funds will be split between the American Red Cross and Save the Children. The company had previously announced a 2-1 match for employee donations to six organizations providing direct support…

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Immanuel Quickley playing in virtual NCAA Tournament for charity

Good News Notes: “Immanuel Quickley has never been shy about his love for video games, nor does he hide how skilled he is, participating in numerous tournaments and leagues since the college basketball season ended abruptly back in March. Now, the former Wildcat is participating in another tournament, this time for a good cause and to represent…

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Mick Jagger does charity video for CT-based Save the Children

 Good News Notes: “The Rolling Stones’ frontman Mick Jagger recently shared a video to help raise funds for Fairfield-based Save the Children during the coronavirus pandemic. The video – in the style of an old British newsreel – originally appeared on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” Last week, Jagger tweeted the video with the…

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Facebook launches Ebola charity donation button

Good News Notes: “Facebook users can donate to three charities – International Medical Corps, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, and Save the Children – starting today, the company said on its website on Thursday. The social media company is also donating 100 terminals to provide internet and voice-calling access for…

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