April 24 - It’s the National Week of the Young Child, and one of the most important things we can do as a society is prepare children for success. The James M. Cox Foundation has a focus on early childhood education and is supporting initiatives and models in Georgia that can provide a national impact.
Here are three recent ways the James M. Cox Foundation has supported early childhood education. Overall, the James M. Cox Foundation has invested more than $14 million in early childhood education initiatives in Metro Atlanta.
BDI recognizes Pollo Tropical and Prosthetic Hope International for creating opportunities for people with disabilities to work and achieve self-sufficiency at its annual Breakfast with Champions.
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ATLANTA, March 28, 2017 /3BL Media/ – On March 28, 2017, Bobby Dodd Institute (BDI) honored Pollo Tropical® restaurants and Prosthetic Hope International at its annual Breakfast with Champions for breaking down barriers to employment and community access for people with disabilities.
New River Clean Energy Facility converting landfill gas to energy
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ATLANTA, March 15, 2017 /3BL Media/ - Cox Enterprises announced today the completion of the New River Energy Facility in Beckley, W. Va. The facility captures landfill gas to generate energy and reduce methane emissions, which produces positive outcomes for the local community and the environment. The facility has the capacity to annually offset 14,200 tons of carbon and produce enough clean energy to power nearly 2,000 homes.
Applications end April 9th for startup accelerator program
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April 3, 2017 /3BL Media/ - Techstars Atlanta, presented in partnership with Cox Enterprises, is accepting applications for its 2017 class through April 9th. Techstars is an internationally recognized accelerator program that boosts entrepreneurs' early stage business and product development efforts through focused education, mentorship and funding. Historically, Techstars companies go on to average more than $2 million raised in outside capital after the program.
Call for nominations; $20,000 to be donated to local environmental nonprofits
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Chesapeake, Va., March 20, 2017 /3BL Media/ —Cox Communications, in partnership with The Trust for Public Land, today launched Virginia’s 2017 Cox Conserves Heroes program to honor local environmental volunteers.
Nominations for volunteers who are creating, preserving or enhancing outdoor spaces are being accepted at CoxConservesHeroes.com through 5 p.m. EST on April 10.
ATLANTA, March 2, 2017 /3BL Media/ - Cox Enterprises announced today its support of Catalyst, a leading nonprofit that accelerates progress for women through workplace inclusion. Cox is joining Catalyst at the global supporter level and will participate in the organization’s Annual Awards Conference and Dinner.
Volunteers preserving the ecosystem through water conservation
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Yesterday, many people celebrated World Water Day with various movements and activities. The international event highlights the importance of fresh water, while celebrating the strides of water stewards around the globe. Cox Conserves Heroes are individuals recognized for dedicating their time and resources as environmental volunteers. Here are five Cox Conserves Heroes whose efforts serve to preserve rivers, oceans and shorelines in their communities.
Sheila Stallings is Cox Communications’ Executive Director of People Services
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In celebration of Women's History Month, female leaders from across Cox Enterprises are sharing insights from their experience throughout the month of March. Sheila Stallings is Cox Communications’ executive director of people services.
Mary Robert is Cox Media Group’s Vice President of Human Resources
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In celebration of Women's History Month, female leaders from across Cox Enterprises are sharing insights from their experience throughout the month of March. Mary Robert is Cox Media Group’s vice president of human resources.
In celebration of Women's History Month, female leaders from across Cox Enterprises are sharing insights from their experience throughout the month of March. Kim Guthrie is Cox Media Group’s president.
