Clinton Zheng

Email: donations@michaeljfox.org

Phone: +1 18007087644

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 12/10/23

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research

NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (MJFF) has awarded the 2023 Robert A. Pritzker Prize for Leadership in Parkinson’s Research to Dario Alessi, PhD, biochemist, director of the Medical Research Council Protein Phosphorylation and Ubiquitylation Unit and professor of signal transduction at the School of Life Sciences, University of Dundee, UK. The prize recognizes researchers who make exceptional contributions to Parkinson’s disease (PD) research and are committed to mentoring the next generation of Parkinson’s scientists.

Research and fund

The Foundation works towards “translational” research—the work of translating basic scientific discoveries into simple treatments with definition to benefit the estimated five million people living with Parkinson’s disease today. 

The Foundation drives progress by awarding grants to ensure that the most promising research avenues are thoroughly funded, explored and carried forward toward pharmacy shelves. The Foundation’s four annually recurring Pipeline Programs aim to speed research along the drug development pipeline.The Pipeline Programs include:

Rapid Response Innovation Awards quickly support high-risk, high-reward projects with little to no existing preliminary data, but potential to significantly impact our understanding or treatment of PD (an Edmond J. Safra Core Program for PD Research).

Target Validation Awards provide support for work demonstrating whether modulation of a novel biological target has impact in a PD-relevant pre-clinical model — an essential step to the development of potential targeted therapies (an Edmond J. Safra Core Program for PD Research).

Clinical Intervention Awards support clinical testing of promising PD therapies that may significantly and fundamentally improve treatment of PD (an Edmond J. Safra Core Program for PD Research).

Therapeutics Development Initiative, an industry-exclusive support program for preclinical development of Parkinson’s disease therapies with potential to fundamentally alter disease course and/or improve treatment of symptoms above and beyond current standards of care.

The Pipeline Programs are complemented by the Foundation’s Critical Challenges in Parkinson’s Disease program, which provides funds for top research priorities. Critical Challenges in 2009/2010 include: speeding research on PD genetic targets, LRRK2 and alpha-synuclein; advancing research on neurotrophic factors; identifying biomarkers of PD; understanding patient’s unmet needs, like postural instability and gait disturbances; and, promoting collaborations with the Arizona Parkinson’s Disease Consortium.

About The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research

As the world’s largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson’s research, The Michael J. Fox Foundation is dedicated to accelerating a cure for Parkinson’s disease and improved therapies for those living with the condition today. The Foundation pursues its goals through an aggressively funded, highly targeted research program coupled with active global engagement of scientists, Parkinson’s patients, business leaders, clinical trial participants, donors, and volunteers. In addition to funding $1.75 billion in research to date, the Foundation has fundamentally altered the trajectory of progress toward a cure. Operating at the hub of worldwide Parkinson’s research, the Foundation forges groundbreaking collaborations with industry leaders, academic scientists and government research funders; creates a robust open-access data set and biosample library to speed scientific breakthroughs and treatment with its landmark clinical study, PPMI; increases the flow of participants into Parkinson’s disease clinical trials with its online tool, Fox Trial Finder; promotes Parkinson’s awareness through high-profile advocacy, events, and outreach; and coordinates the grassroots involvement of thousands of Team Fox members around the world. For more information, visit us at

Release: December 8, 2023.

Esther E. Kessie

The Humane Society of New York

(212) 252-4840

Esther.hsny@verizon.ne

Say Hello To Our New Executive Director 

Former ASPCA executive joins our operations team to better assist with wild life disaster.

New York, NY: The Humane Society of New York is proud announce that Tom Samwell will be joining the HSNY company as the new executive director of wild life disaster response from ASPCA, effective January 17,2024.

Tom Samwell will be joining HSNY from ASPCA where he was the operations manager for wild life response for 6 years. Samwell will be bringing his experience in disaster coordination to HSNY to better assist animals in need of care in disaster hotspots in the United States.

Additionally, Samwell’s experiences that will benefit HSNY moving forward include:

• Helping to coordinate the deployment of 2,000 water rafts during last years hurricane season.
• Assisted in the building of animal safety shelters in preparation for next years first season
• Highlighted the importance of climate change to various state agencies by assisting them to understand changes in wildlife migration habits.

“Together we can join the fight against climate change by  finding ways to protect our most vulnerable citizens.” Says Tom  Samwell. ” We will lead the charge to give our friends a fighting chance.”

“We are so exited to bring Tom along with our journey” says Jackie Price. Chief operations officer, at HSNY. “Including someone with his years of expertise in the field is just what the team needs.”

For over 100 years the Humane Society of New York has been effectively providing techniques in response to animal emergencies. Prioritizing animal safety and insuring hands- on care is one of the companies main achievements. The organization is expanding its resources to help animals in need of any medical attention.

For immediate release:12/9/2023

Bruce Deel

City of refuge

404-874-2241

housing@cityofrefugeatl.org

Light. Hope. Transformation.

City of Refuge is a faith-based environment that helps individuals and families transition out of crisis.

Atlanta, GA: July of 1997, Pastor Bruce Deel was asked to travel to Atlanta to assist with the closing of a church. He realized something miraculous was happening. Instead of the congregation dwindling, it was growing with people desperately in need of spiritual nurturing as well as basic life necessities. In 2003, after months of searching for a facility, City of Refuge was miraculously donated a sprawling warehouse complex in the heart of 30314 and opened its doors to the community. From this new hub, the community began to seek more than food and shelter. They asked the City of Refuge for help getting into recovery centers, to serve as advocates in court, and for job training and vocational skills. By collabing with other organizations, it grew.

Programs

“Through supportive services fueled by innovation and collaboration with our on-site partners, City of Refuge seeks to lead individuals and families on an uninterrupted journey to self-sufficiency. We do that by focusing on four key impact areas outlined below: Health & Wellness, Housing, Vocational Training, and Youth Development.”

 murders in metro Atlanta take place in the 30314-zip code.

19% of residential units in poor or deteriorated conditions, compared to 3% citywide.

26% violent crime rate, compared to 15% citywide.

 38% of residential units vacant, compared to 5% citywide.

 214 births to teens per 1,000 births, compared to 108 citywide.

25% of population without a high school diploma, compared to 12% citywide.

43% poverty rate, compared to 23% citywide. 

About us:

 The City of Refuge is a faith-based environment that helps individuals and families. Our process takes place under one roof in the most dangerous zip code in Atlanta. The needs are great but when likeminded community members, organizations, and volunteers’ partner together we are able to see amazing things happen. Transition out of crisis. Money is not the only thing that can be donated, cars can also be donated as well. Volunteering is also encouraged you can do so here cityofrefugeatl.org/volunteer

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Veronica Del Rio                                                                               FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 09/20/23

Spirit of Children

(609)- 645-5514

Veronica.delrio@spirithalloween.com

Spirit of Children reaches $200 Million in Donations for Child Life programs across North America

Egg Harbor, Township, N.J.: Spirit of Halloween doesn’t only bring fun, spooky, superhero driven costumes and decorations at the best time of year, we go beyond that. Since 2007 Spirit of Children, Spirit Halloween’s charitable foundation, supports Child Life programs at more than 150 hospitals across North America. We have been able to provide more staff for these programs along with things like pet therapy, educational toys, costumes, and even a Halloween party. Spirit of Children has reached new heights beating our record goal in 2022 of $18 million with $25 million in 2023.

When you donate at check out at any Spirit Halloween locations our store associates ring a purple cow bell and really make it a special moment. Guest also take photos or videos of ringing in the moment accompanied with hashtags #SpiritOfChildren or #MoreCowbell. “Our associates are the backbone of the impactful Spirit of Children efforts that have helped so many children and their families at our partner hospitals. Without their commitment to sharing our mission with guests, our vendors, and licensing partners, this milestone would not be possible,” said Steven Silverstein, CEO of Spirit Halloween.

“We remain committed to supporting Child Life Departments and the critical work they do to make hospitals less scary for kids and their families.” All of our proceeds go directly and 100% to our partner hospitals. These donations make a huge difference for children and their families, a little goes a long way. Spirit of Children partner hospitals offer a variety of activities and support to make these things happen:

•Child Life Positions: Over 200 Child Life staff have been added through Spirit of Children funding while also providing extended hours for Child Life services

•Establishing Therapy Programs: Partner hospitals have been able to establish nearly seventy therapy programs, which include sensory and educational equipment, as well as adaptive toys and medical teaching dolls

•Letting Kids be Kids: Donations support a range of activities for children and their families including art, music, canine, and horticulture therapy programs

•Keeping it Local: 100% of donations go directly to partner hospitals’ Child Life Departments in the local community where the Spirit Halloween store is located

About Spirit of Children

At the heart of Spirit Halloween is Spirit of Children, a program which focuses on making hospitals less scary for kids and their families. Since its creation in 2007 Spirit of Children has raised more than $100 million for the Child Life department at hospitals across the United States and Canada. Donations to Spirit of Children stay within local communities, with 100 percent of funds going to Child Life Services. Spirit encourages customers to help make a difference in a child’s life this Halloween season by donating at their local Spirit Halloween or spreading awareness via Facebook and Instagram using #SpiritofChildren and #MoreCowbell in their photos. For more information, please visit: www.SpiritofChildren.com.

About Spirit Halloween

Spirit Halloween is the largest Halloween retailer in the country, with over 1,450 locations in strip centers and malls across North America. Celebrating more than 39 years of business, Spirit is the premier destination for all things Halloween, offering one-stop shopping for everything from costumes to décor and party goods to accessories. In addition to being a fun and interactive event for shoppers, Spirit stores offer complete selections of costumes and accessories for infants/toddlers, children, ‘tweens, teens, and adults, along with exclusive décor you won’t find anywhere else. For more information, please visit: SpiritHalloween.com.

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Janie Deegan For Immediate Release 12/7/2023
Janies Life-Changing Baked Goods
+1 (646) 678-4338
info@janiebakes.com

Janie Life-Changing Baked Goods Is diversifying this holiday season.
Our customers’ favorite treats are ready for pre-order.

New York, NY: Janie’s life-changing baked goods announced on December 4th a new holiday menu ready for pre-order: A box set containing two each of our fan-favorite pie crust cookie treats, Half Baked Choc Chip, S’mores, Funfetti, Coffee Toffee, Cookies and Creme, Fully Loaded, and Stuffed Choc Chip Cookie Pie (one Caramel one Nutella.) If this quantity is too much for you to finish alone or not enough for your extended family, don’t fret because we offer several box options. This new holiday menu provides a new way for cookie enthusiasts to enjoy Janie’s iconic, one-of-a-kind treats. While many pass through our three New York City locations for a sweet treat, many cannot trek. Online and preorder features will now allow customers to receive box sets in the comfort of their homes.

“Inspired by Janie’s quest to get the perfectly proportioned bite of pie, she invented a cookie where each bite promises the perfect balance,” States CEO Janie’s mission page.

Features and benefits of the product Include:
Convenience and accessibility for consumers unable to make it to the store.
An iconic one-of-a-kind product that will love and perfect for the holiday season (gifts, parties, or for pure pleasure)
Support of an endearing local businesswoman emerging from a dark past and hell-bent on giving back to her community.

Janie’s Holiday Menu is available now at $59.00. For more information on Janie’s Really Delicious Cookie Sampler Pack, visit: https://janiebakes.com/products/bestseller-really-delicious-cookie-sampler-pack

About Janie’s Life-Changing Baked Goods: Janie’s Life-Changing Baked Goods is a business that changed Janie’s life; emerging from darker times, the art of baking brought joy to Janie’s life. With darker times in the rearview, Janie has used her recent success to give back to the community. She offers community internships that educate teens attending City As School on all the ins and outs of keeping a small business on the map. “Janie goes above and beyond in giving back to her community – providing second chance employment, teaching baking classes to underprivileged youth in East Harlem, and donating time and cookies to local community centers and homeless shelters”(Janiebakes.com.) As seen on Good Morning America, The Today Show, and CNN, located in the West Village (82 Christopher St), the Upper West Side (212 W 80th St), and East Harlem (2118 2nd Ave), Janie’s is the place to be this holiday season.

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