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<img alt="Asian woman shopping in the grocery store." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="d2ce42db-acd5-41cd-a3f8-d9d77fb34f43" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Asian%20Millennials_Nielsen_3.21.25A.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="681" loading="lazy" /><a href="https://www.nielsen.com/insights/2025/asian-millennial-women-use-buying-power-protect-environment/" target="_blank">Originally published on Nielsen Insights</a>

This year’s International Women’s Day theme <a href="https://www.internationalwomensday.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">#accelerateaction</a> puts the spotlight on how women are driving change around the world. With 2024 being the <a href="https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/news/national-climate-202413#:~:text=Hurricane%20Helene%20was%20the%20costliest,this%20disaster%20was%20$78.7%20billion." rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">warmest year on record</a> for the U.S., climate change and sustainability is a big concern—and definitely for women who are 7% more likely to feel that our society should do much more to protect the environment/planet. For Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) millennial women in particular, that number is even more pronounced, with 25% of them more likely to feel that way1.

For AANHPI millennial women, it’s not just a feeling, they are also acting by putting their money where their heart is: they are twice as likely to pay more for eco-friendly products and services compared to the total population1. And brands are taking note. For example, K-Beauty company Innis Free doubled down on its eco-friendly, cruelty free ingredients and packaging for the U.S. market and opened its flagship store in New York City with the Millennial and Gen Z consumer in mind. Asian millennial women are also more likely than Asian millennial men to perform eco-friendly activities from recycling to donating to environmental causes: See chart above.

AANHPI millennial women don’t just influence brands—they also influence their peers. In fact, 36% of AANHPI women agree that they are considered the leader in trends by their friend/peer group². This influence extends to purchasing power, as their choices around sustainability and eco-consciousness shape what their peers buy. Brands that align with these values can tap into a powerful network of consumers who actively share and promote the products they believe in.
<img alt="Chart showing the buying power of Asian Millennial shoppers." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="b2675d59-68b5-45f9-a6d5-ff87571f3bb9" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Asian%20Millennials_Nielsen_3.21.25B.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="600" loading="lazy" />When it comes to protecting the environment, the influence of Asian women to #accelerateaction goes back to earlier generations. Miya Yoshitani, Executive Director of the <a href="https://apen4ej.org/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Asian Pacific Environmental Network</a> has been a leader of the environmental justice movement since the 1990s. Through organizing in Asian-American communities, she fights for healthy communities and also paved the way for today’s social media activists. AANHPI women millennials have dedicated platforms for doing good, enabling them to reach audiences 18+ who spend almost eight hours a week on social media (Q3 2024). Jewish-Filipina Kristi Drutman of <a href="https://www.browngirlgreen.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">browngirlgreen</a> is a self-described “environmental educator passionate about working at the intersections between media, diversity, and environmentalism”. South Asian <a href="https://aditimayer.com/about-aditi-mayer/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Aditi Mayer</a> blends the “worlds of art, industry, and education— all with a socially conscious slant”.

These platforms offer a way for brands to create meaningful connections with Asian female millennials who are early in their consumer lifecycle. They have the buying power: average monthly earnings of Asian women ($1,331) are higher than those of their counterparts, according to the <a href="https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2024/median-weekly-earnings-1227-for-men-1021-for-women-first-quarter-2024.htm" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics</a>. They have expectations: 56% of AANHPI women expect the brands they buy to support the causes they care about2. Brands looking to grow their business can’t afford to ignore eco-conscious Asian female millennials.

Data sources:

1Scarborough USA+ 2024 Release 1 Total (Jan 2023-Apr 2024)

2Nielsen Attitudes on Representation Study, 2023

Asian Millennial Women Use Their Buying Power To Protect the Environment

<img alt="Javier Rodriguez" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="2dbb1a76-ff53-48a2-9edd-dd612e21b2f6" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Javier-Rodriguez_DaVita_3725.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="853" loading="lazy" />Health care conversations have outgrown the concept of transformation; what we need now is a revolution, driven by the capabilities of cutting-edge technology. As DaVita continues to invest in new solutions to enhance kidney care, CEO Javier Rodriguez provides a grounding focus on how technology in health care must transform the care experience — from mitigating care fragmentation to creating a meaningful experience for the people who use it, to supporting innovation that serves to facilitate better health outcomes.

Here are three takeaways on DaVita’s commitment to transforming kidney care through technology innovation:

<ol><li>Consumerization of health care can advance equitable access to care.  
	Advances in technology across industries has emphasized consumer needs and evolved expectations. In health care, this translates to a need for greater convenience, price transparency and personalized experiences. 
	The consumerization of health care holds significant potential for improving access to these needed benefits by tailoring services to the needs and preferences of patients. DaVita’s emphasis on access to care has led to a national care footprint in which 88% of patients live within eight miles of treatment centers. 
	By prioritizing transparency and convenience, innovations focused on patient-centric solutions not only enhance access but also foster a more engaged and informed patient population. Ultimately, embracing these principles in health tech innovation is vital for developing a health care system that is responsive to the diverse needs for everyone. 
	 </li>
	<li>Technology has the potential to unlock an improved care experience and better quality of life for patients and clinicians. 
	To realize the benefits of personalized care, technology solutions must provide clinicians with the tools they need. When DaVita developed the OneView platform, it was in response to clinician feedback. Rather than focusing on financial return, the development team centered the work on enhancing the physician experience. Automating routine tasks and streamlining documentation in platforms like OneView helps alleviate this pressure and create more time for direct patient interaction. The platform was launched as an optional tool for nephrologists rounding at DaVita centers, and thanks to its effective development to address clinician needs, the platform has a 94% opt-in rate with a +44 Net Promoter Score (NPS) for the mobile app among doctors, on par with many best-in-class digital tools in day-to-day life. 
	As data and insights continue to become more robust, technology can further enhance how caregivers are able to use tools — from cross-functional collaboration and communication to analytics that inform decision-making and more. 
	 </li>
	<li>Interoperability creates a seamless, positive experience. 
	When someone is diagnosed with a chronic condition, one of the first questions that can come to mind is often, “What will be my quality of life?” And the answer is not tied to just one aspect of what happens next — their medical experience, one treatment or even a single provider. It’s dependent on the sum of every engagement they will have with the health care system. 
	As new technologies and platforms emerge, the rise of point-to-point solutions creates further risk of fragmenting care and confusing users. Prioritizing interoperability can lead to a cohesive ecosystem that simplifies the experience, encourages engagement and offers a personalized care experience.</li>
</ol>These three focus areas can help drive transformation in a way that elevates care for both patients and providers — creating a future where technology empowers individuals and strengthens the entire health care ecosystem.

Javier Rodriguez shared his perspective on unlocking innovative patient care through tech transformation at Reuters Total Health on Oct. 8, 2024.

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<img alt="People handing out donated fans to the community" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="da7eaded-0993-4486-90be-883a847065d9" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Fan-donation_Entergy_061925.jpeg" width="640" class="align-center" height="960" loading="lazy" />THE WOODLANDS, Texas, June 20, 2025 /CSRwire/ - As rising heat levels and costs of living continue to impact Southeast Texas communities, Entergy Texas marks the 25th anniversary of its annual fan distribution program to help vulnerable customers stay safe and cool. This year, the company partnered with 38 agencies to donate 2,000 boxed fans to 11 cities across Southeast Texas, bringing the total number of fans donated to more than 31,000 since the program started in 2000. For families without access to reliable air conditioning, box fans can be a cost-effective way to reduce indoor heat stress, particularly for seniors, children and those with medical conditions.

“This program started as a simple gesture to help families during the summer, and 25 years later, it’s become a vital part of how we serve our communities,” said Stuart Barrett, vice president of customer service for Entergy Texas. “With extreme heat events becoming more common and in recognition of the economic challenges our communities are facing, our annual fan giveaway campaign helps bridge the gap between comfort, safety and affordability.”

Entergy Texas is implementing a series of additional measures to help customers and communities stay cool and pay their bills throughout the summer. In May, teams partnered with local contractors to offer A/C tune-ups and weatherization upgrades at no cost to customers during <a href="https://www.entergynewsroom.com/news/entergy-texas-helps-families-beat-heat-with-no-cost-c-tune-ups-energy-efficiency-upgrades/" target="_blank">a series of community events in Cleveland and Huntsville</a>. Additionally, Entergy’s online <a href="https://billtoolkit.entergy.com/" target="_blank">Bill Toolkit</a> ensures customers have quick access to energy efficiency, bill management and financial assistance resources. 

“Whether it’s working to provide bill payment assistance, distributing fans or weatherizing homes, Entergy Texas is committed to helping our customers in need,” added Barrett. 

<a href="https://www.entergynewsroom.com/news/entergy-texas-helping-customers-stay-cool-save-money-with-energy-efficiency-tips-resources/" target="_blank">Learn more</a> about how Entergy Texas is helping customers beat the heat while keeping costs down.

About Entergy Texas 
Entergy Texas, Inc. provides electricity to approximately 524,000 customers in 27 counties. Entergy Texas is a subsidiary of Entergy Corporation. Entergy produces, transmits and distributes electricity to power life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. We’re investing for growth and improved reliability and resilience of our energy system while working to keep energy rates affordable for our customers. We’re also investing in cleaner energy generation like modern natural gas, nuclear and renewable energy. A nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship, we deliver more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to the communities we serve through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. Entergy is a Fortune 500 company headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. Learn more at <a href="https://www.entergytexas.com/" target="_blank">entergytexas.com</a> and connect with <a href="https://www.entergy.com/social/" target="_blank">@EntergyTX</a> on social media.

Entergy Texas Marks 25 Years of Fan Donations To Help Customers Beat the Heat

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BELLEVUE, Wash., June 19, 2025 /CSRwire/ - T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) today unveiled the next 25 towns to receive a Hometown Grant, bringing the total to 400 recipients since the Un-carrier kicked off its <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/news/un-carrier/t-mobiles-next-un-carrier-move-5gforall" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">five-year commitment</a> to small towns and rural communities in April 2021. Each town will get up to $50,000 to help fund local projects that bring new life to their communities.

T-Mobile has now given nearly $18 million in Hometown Grants to 400 communities across 48 states and Puerto Rico. The program unites people to make their communities even stronger and has generated more than 160,000 volunteer hours and created 1,270 jobs to date.

“With Hometown Grants helping over 2.4 million people so far, the program continues to deliver on our commitment to small towns and rural communities,” said Jon Freier, President, T-Mobile Consumer Group. “Whether it’s powering smart classrooms, restoring main streets or enhancing public spaces, we’re helping communities build a stronger, more connected future — and there’s so much more ahead.”

Here are the next 25 Hometown Grant recipients and their projects:

<ul><li>Clarkdale, Ariz.: Create a vibrant, first-of-its-kind placemaking destination by displaying museum artifacts in show windows on Main Street to attract tourists, enhance community gatherings and valorize an entire town's history and future.</li>
	<li>Reedley, Calif.: Renovate the aging stage at the historic, 120-year-old Reedley Opera House to expand access to the arts, support youth development and help revitalize downtown Reedley — transforming the Opera House into a safer, more vibrant hub for cultural connection and community engagement — and ensuring the building remains open and active as a cherished venue for live performances.</li>
	<li>Paonia, Colo.: Transform an underutilized backlot at the Blue Sage Center for the Arts into Sage Alley, a multi-use space for performances, workshops and community gatherings.</li>
	<li>Franklin, Conn.: Refurbish the historic Lebanon Road Schoolhouse’s exterior and interior to be used as an educational community center.</li>
	<li>Okeechobee, Fla.: Add wheelchair-accessible playground equipment to Kiwanis Park, creating an inclusive play space for children of all abilities.</li>
	<li>Carbondale, Ill.: Improve connectivity and safety between Southern Illinois University and downtown Carbondale by installing wayfinding signage along the Downtown-Campus Connector multi-use path and installing new decorative alleyway lighting to make downtown safer, more welcoming and more accessible for students, residents and visitors alike.</li>
	<li>Freeport, Ill.: Transform a vacant lot in the retail district into a multi-functional pocket park driving retail and dining visitation, upper-story residential development and promoting downtown as the place to be.</li>
	<li>North Manchester, Ind.: Create a dedicated outdoor pavilion space and mobile kitchen at the North Manchester Public Library to promote food education programs, healthy eating and teach nutrition lesson to children, teens, new parents and older adults within the community.</li>
	<li>Winchendon, Mass.: Complete the final phase of The Hub — a former bowling alley turned youth-run café, social service agency and community center — adding an ADA-accessible indoor/outdoor classroom with community murals to amplify youth voices, expand access, and foster wellbeing, economic development and civic pride.</li>
	<li>Castine, Maine: Develop a community park from an open meadow, adding a winding pathway, a children's story walk and native plantings, creating a community destination that is family and visitor-friendly, takes advantage of river views and enhances community engagement, events and quality of life.</li>
	<li>Brunswick, Maine: Revitalize the outdoor space at Tedford Housing’s new emergency shelter facility in Brunswick, creating a vibrant mural and interactive playground to promote healing, resilience and belonging.</li>
	<li>Mapleton, Minn.: Invest in a Child Care House from Business of Child Care, a turnkey solution that combines a physical site with startup support to expand local childcare services.</li>
	<li>Webb City, Mo.: Create the Discovery Bus — Webb City School District’s mobile STEM lab — to deliver hands-on, innovative STEM experiences to students and the community, ensuring equitable access to STEM education to prepare students for future careers in science, technology, engineering and math.</li>
	<li>Kirksville, Mo.: Revamp an underutilized outdoor concrete space at the Adair County Family YMCA into a family/community recreational space, dedicated to promoting health and wellness programs for all generations.</li>
	<li>Laurel, Miss.: Renovate the Trustmark Art Park, adding durable play equipment, fencing and drought protection measures for the park’s historic live oak trees, enhancing safety and environmental sustainability for the community. </li>
	<li>Evergreen, Mont.: Install a veteran’s memorial at the North West Montana Veterans Stand Down food pantry and community center, recognizing military service veterans and increasing awareness of existing community outreach programs for veterans and the community.</li>
	<li>Searchlight, Nev.: Build a shade structure at the Searchlight Community Garden, protecting plants from the desert sun to continue to provide residents with affordable access to fresh fruit and vegetables and mitigate the effects of living in a food desert. </li>
	<li>Cottage Grove, Ore.: Renovate the Humane Society of Cottage Groves This and That Thrift Shop, updating electrical panels and wiring to reduce potential fire hazards and continue to be a source of vital funding for all our animal welfare programs.</li>
	<li>Meadville, Penn.: Transform an empty lot into an aesthetically pleasing and active parklet to create a gateway into downtown and enhance access to The Arc Community Greenspace through community collaboration.</li>
	<li>Mechanicsburg, Penn.: Revitalize an unused alleyway, Railroad Alley, into a safe pedestrian walkway dedicated for use as a community recreation space that will promote economic opportunities and community togetherness in the downtown area.</li>
	<li>St. Stephen, S.C.: Create The Sheds on Main, an unused empty lot transformed into a vibrant community park and business incubator space for community events, fostering social connections, supporting local economic growth and revitalizing St. Stephen’s Main Street as a cultural and social hub.</li>
	<li>Jasper, Tenn.: Install solar powered charging benches in the Jasper historic Courthouse Square and library, enabling citizens to stay connected near outdoor community hubs and gathering spaces.</li>
	<li>La Grange, Texas: Build a new food court and seating area at the Fayette County Fairgrounds, allowing the fair to continue serving its visitors during events for years to come.</li>
	<li>South Padre Island, Texas: Launch Sea Turtle Inc.’s mobile conservancy outreach vehicle to bring our mission of conservation, education and rehabilitation of endangered sea turtles directly to communities across the Rio Grande Valley which will provide hands-on learning experiences in schools, public spaces and underserved areas, helping inspire environmental stewardship and deepen community understanding of sea turtle conservation.</li>
	<li>Viroqua, Wis.: Install a comprehensive signage and kiosk system throughout Vernon Trails, featuring seven trailhead kiosks and 80 wayfinding signs across three heavily used trail networks and 18-hole disc golf course to improve safety, accessibility and navigation while reinforcing Vernon County’s outdoor recreation identity.</li>
</ul><img alt="Reedley, CA" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="47c493d2-2ca8-4863-8517-b7757c930b0c" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Hometown-Grants_T-Mobile_61825.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="600" loading="lazy" />T-Mobile teams up with <a href="https://mainstreet.org/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Main Street America</a> — a nonprofit organization that works to advance shared prosperity, create resilient economies and improve quality of life through place-based economic development and community preservation — to bring Hometown Grants to life. Grant applications are reviewed based on their level of detail, community impact, feasibility and other considerations.

“Small towns are continually shaping the conversation around what community-driven change looks like, and the T-Mobile Hometown Grants program is helping amplify their impact,” said Erin Barnes, President and CEO of Main Street America. “This kind of investment empowers local leaders to turn their long-held visions into tangible, lasting change.”

T-Mobile’s Ongoing Commitment to Small Towns

T-Mobile's Hometown Grants commitment goes beyond community development programs. The Un-carrier has awarded nearly $5.3 million through Hometown Grants to community-led projects that strengthen small business ecosystems, from the revitalization of farmers markets to the development of business incubators and main street placemaking enhancements. In addition to Hometown Grants, T-Mobile is focused on making sure no community gets left behind, with initiatives like:

<ul><li><a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/project-10-million" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Project 10Million</a>: Offers free internet connectivity and mobile hotspots to eligible student households to help close the digital divide.</li>
	<li><a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/friday-night-5g-lights" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Friday Night 5G Lights</a>: A competition that’s gearing up for its second year to give one deserving high school a game-changing football field makeover. <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/friday-night-5g-lights?icid=MGPO_TMO_U_FRIDAYNL5G_E6108BF45947515E43099#npiIframe" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Pre-register now</a>.</li>
	<li><a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/home-internet" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">T-Mobile Home Internet</a>, <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/business/business-internet" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Business Internet</a> and <a href="https://fiber.t-mobile.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">T-Mobile Fiber</a>: The Un-carrier offers affordable and reliable broadband options designed to deliver value and choice for homes and businesses across the US.</li>
	<li><a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/coverage/satellite-phone-service" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">T-Satellite with Starlink</a>: T-Mobile's satellite-to-mobile network that automatically connects to existing phones is currently in beta and available free for customers until commercial service launches in July. The service aims to eliminate dead zones, keeping people connected nearly anywhere they can see the sky. <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/coverage/satellite-phone-service#sign-up-beta-form" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Join the beta today</a>.</li>
</ul>As the country’s <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/coverage/network" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">largest and fastest 5G network</a>, T-Mobile is all about keeping small towns and rural areas connected.

For more information about T-Mobile's commitment to small towns, visit <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/hometown-grants" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">www.t-mobile.com/hometowngrants</a>. And to see how Hometown Grants are creating change, go <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0mz2nejZ-Div5ca5rUoO2wcNNFHjGR59" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">here</a>.

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About Main Street America  
Main Street America leads a collaborative movement with partners and grassroots leaders that advances shared prosperity, creates resilient economies, and improves quality of life through place-based economic development and community preservation in downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts across the country. For more than 40 years, Main Street America has helped to build economic power in downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts through our signature Main Street Approach™ framework. Founded as the National Main Street Center® in 1980, Main Street America has helped to generate over $107.62 billion in local reinvestment, rehab 335,675 buildings, create 782,059 new jobs, and start 175,323 new businesses in over 2,000 communities. <a href="https://mainstreet.org/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Learn more about Main Street America here</a>.

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About T-Mobile  
T-Mobile US, Inc. (NASDAQ: TMUS) is America’s supercharged Un-carrier, delivering an advanced 4G LTE and transformative nationwide 5G network that will offer reliable connectivity for all. T-Mobile’s customers benefit from its unmatched combination of value and quality, unwavering obsession with offering them the best possible service experience and undisputable drive for disruption that creates competition and innovation in wireless and beyond. Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile provides services through its subsidiaries and operates its flagship brands, T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile and Mint Mobile. For more information please visit: <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">https://www.t-mobile.com</a>

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T‑Mobile’s Hometown Grants Program Delivers Nearly $18M in Lasting Change Across 400 Communities

<img alt="Covia's report cover" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="9c443876-4c18-4d3d-82bd-cbce9f76d937" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Corporate-Responsibility-Report_Covia_061625.jpg" width="640" class="align-center" height="959" loading="lazy" /><a href="https://www.coviacorp.com/corporate-responsibility/" target="_blank">Originally published in Covia's 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report</a>

At Covia, we believe that corporate responsibility is an opportunity to create lasting value for our customers, communities, and the environment. This belief has guided us through a transformative year, one that has strengthened our foundation and positioned us to lead with purpose and innovation. 

The past year marked a significant milestone for Covia, as 2024 saw the completion of the separation of our Energy and Industrial businesses. This strategic decision has allowed Covia to sharpen our focus on delivering innovative, high-performance mineral solutions to our industrial markets. While this transition represents a new chapter, it also reinforces our dedication to sustainable growth and operational excellence. With renewed purpose, we are well positioned to pursue tailored strategies that align with our customers’ needs and the evolving demands of our industry.

Our people play an active and passionate role in Covia’s work as a corporate citizen. We recently refreshed our Covia Values, as you’ll see on the next page, and these values reflect both our aspirations and our priorities. Safety continues to be our North Star, and our team members are committed to our journey to zero injuries. In that section of this report, you can read about some of the projects we’ve undertaken, which are a mix of innovations and precautions, all designed to make our work safer. We are proud of the significant decrease in our injury rate since our baseline year, which has put us on track to achieve world-class safety performance, but we have more to do. 

You’ll also see how our values are demonstrated in our support for our communities. Covia volunteers help hundreds of organizations make the world a better place, and The Covia Foundation ensures support for the causes that are important to our employees and our communities. Ultimately, everything we do is about the people whose lives we touch, from our neighbors to our team members, and our customers to their end-users. Our products are part of everyday life in thousands of ways, and our people are dedicated to our mission of responsibly providing minerals solutions for a better tomorrow. 

The achievements outlined in this report are examples of these values in action and underscore our unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship, positive social impact, and responsible governance and ethics. Aligned with our values, we are pleased to reaffirm our commitment to the UNGC and its 10 principles covering human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption. In addition to our constant work to reinforce the safety culture that has always been integral to Covia, we also delivered on environmental initiatives and made substantial investments in energy efficiency. In addition, we strengthened our support networks for both team members and our communities through The Covia Foundation and revitalized our governance structures and sustainability responsibilities to ensure accountability and transparency in alignment with our long-term goals.

As we look ahead, innovation and collaboration will remain central to our strategy. From advancing our cybersecurity measures to leveraging cutting-edge technologies, we are committed to staying ahead of industry trends and challenges, ensuring that we deliver solutions that not only meet but exceed expectations. 

Along with the progress described in this report, you’ll find stories about members of the Covia team who work every day to build our enduring company. Our team members took all the photos you’ll see in this document, which help bring those stories to life. I am incredibly proud of what we have accomplished and excited about the opportunities that lie ahead. We are growing with purpose, inspired by possibility. Thank you to our team members, partners, and stakeholders for your continued support and trust. Together, we are building an enduring company with a resilient, sustainable future—one that reflects the values and aspirations of Covia.

Thank you for being part of this journey. We look forward to continuing to share our progress and achievements. Sincerely, 

Bruno Biasiotta 

President and Chief Executive Officer

Growing With Purpose, Inspired by Possibility: A Message From Covia's CEO

<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="&quot; &quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="d3fb8969-2849-4241-bd6d-01b8628dfbef" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Dream-It-Real_Tapestry_61625_1.jpg" width="640" height="853" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Kiki Iriafen, Aneesah Morrow and Todd Kahn at Coach Foundation Dream Day</figcaption></figure>NEW YORK, June 17, 2025 /CSRwire/ - The <a href="https://www.coach.com/content/coachfoundation" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Coach Foundation</a> announces a transformative $20M investment to advance opportunities for under-resourced young people who have the courage to make their dreams a reality – nearly doubling its commitment to the North American Dream It Real program by 2030 through multi-year grants to key partners and additional support. This bold expansion marks a new chapter for the Foundation's flagship scholarship initiative, now in its seventh year, accelerating the Coach Foundation's ambitious goal of awarding 10,000 scholarships by 2030 and putting the Foundation on track to meet that target early.

The Dream It Real program is the Coach Foundation's signature initiative, rooted in the Foundation's mission of creating opportunities and removing barriers for the next generation through collegiate scholarship, mentorship and other resources. The increased commitment comes as the Foundation celebrates remarkable outcomes from its Dream It Real scholars: 97% of students are on track to graduate college on time*—a stark contrast to the 21% national average for students from similar backgrounds. Additionally, 94% of Dream It Real scholars are first-generation college students who graduate with 88% less debt than the national average.
<img alt="Group sitting at a table cutting paper and making artwork" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="4ab9dd50-25d9-4211-bb03-62fac95f1bf3" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Dream-It-Real_Tapestry_61625_2.jpg" class="align-center" width="1000" height="667" loading="lazy" />Through strategic partnerships with leading education organizations Bottom Line and The Opportunity Network, the Coach Foundation continues to dismantle barriers to higher education and drive lasting change for young people as they follow their dreams. To date, the Foundation has provided over 7,000 scholarships to young people around the world.
<img alt="Large group sitting together at Coach Dream Day event" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="f5ca8540-5af8-4ab1-bf47-1b8f40cef219" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Dream-It-Real_Tapestry_61625_3.jpg" class="align-center" width="1000" height="667" loading="lazy" />"This investment represents our unwavering commitment to the young people we support," said Todd Kahn, Coach CEO and Brand President. "With an expanded investment in North American programs, we're accelerating our impact and scaling what we know works. These young people are achieving remarkable outcomes and we're committed to helping even more of the next generation realize their potential and shape the future. Our new 2030 goals will ensure we can reach even more students who deserve access to pursue their dreams."

The $20M announcement was made during the Coach Foundation's signature annual Dream Day convening on Thursday, June 12. This year's Dream Day was particularly special as it celebrated a unique milestone—recognizing the first official cohort of graduating Dream It Real scholars while simultaneously welcoming the program's largest and newest cohort of students.
<img alt="Hat toss at Coach Dream Day event" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="2b71aef8-cd52-4e80-8057-2ecd2cc1b3bb" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Dream-It-Real_Tapestry_61625_4.jpg" class="align-center" width="1000" height="667" loading="lazy" />With over 400 young people in attendance and inspiring conversation from WNBA players Kiki Iriafen (Washington Mystics) and Aneesah Morrow (Connecticut Sun), the event embodied this year's theme, Dream Horizons—a powerful turning point where one chapter ends and another begins. The day served as a collective moment to ignite inspiration and look boldly toward the future, with activities including speed mentoring, manifestation stations and interactive workshops.

With this new commitment, the Coach Foundation will continue to advance its mission of helping young people reach their highest potential—driven by the belief that all young people should have access to pursue their dreams. For more information about The Coach Foundation, please visit <a href="https://www.coach.com/content/coachfoundation" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">coach.com/coachfoundation</a>.
<img alt="Two people holding up handbags" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="6d741cdc-e374-4a61-a64a-8069c4c9cc94" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Dream-It-Real_Tapestry_61625_5.jpg" class="align-center" width="1000" height="667" loading="lazy" />About Coach Foundation 
Established in 2008, to help create a better future for all, the Coach Foundation has donated over $70 million to hundreds of worthy causes across the globe. Dream It Real is the Coach Foundation's signature initiative focused on supporting historically under-resourced young people as they pursue their dreams. Through the Dream It Real program, the Coach Foundation partners with nonprofit organizations globally to fund scholarships and provide pivotal resources for young people inclusive of mentorship opportunities, career workshops, college and career advising, and more. For more information, please visit <a href="https://www.coach.com/content/coachfoundation" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.coach.com/coachfoundation</a>.

About Tapestry, Inc. 
Tapestry, Inc. is a New York -based house of modern luxury lifestyle brands. The Company's portfolio includes Coach, Kate Spade and Stuart Weitzman. Our Company and our brands are founded upon a creative and consumer-led view of luxury that stands for inclusivity and approachability. Each of our brands are unique and independent, while sharing a commitment to innovation and authenticity defined by distinctive products and differentiated customer experiences across channels and geographies. To learn more about Tapestry, please visit <a href="https://www.tapestry.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.tapestry.com</a>. The Company's common stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol TPR.

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Coach Foundation Announces Bold $20M Investment, Doubling Down on Its Commitment to Empower the Next Generation

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DALLAS, June 24, 2025 /CSRwire/ - Good things come in threes: iconic beauty brand and global entrepreneurship company <a href="http://www.marykayglobal.com/" target="_blank">Mary Kay Inc.</a> has again been named the #1 Direct Selling Brand of Skin Care and Color Cosmetics in the World1 by Euromonitor International for the third consecutive year.

<a href="https://www.euromonitor.com/" target="_blank">Euromonitor International</a> is the foremost provider of global business intelligence, market analysis, and consumer insights with over 50 years of conducting market research across more than 100 countries.

"Being named the #1 Direct Selling Brand of Skin Care and Color Cosmetics in the World by Euromonitor International three years in a row marks a grand slam achievement for Mary Kay,” said <a href="https://marykayglobal.com/leadership/ryan-rogers/" target="_blank">Ryan Rogers, Chief Executive Officer of Mary Kay</a>. “This repeated milestone reflects years of R&amp;D and marketing efforts to create skin and beauty solutions that meet consumer needs and are loved the world-over. Above all, it demonstrates the transformative power of our Independent Beauty Consultants who are driving this success globally."
<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="&quot; &quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="6154ff8b-8b67-4d69-8cb4-3e44c8f57d50" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/direct-selling-brand-skin-care-and-color-cosmetics3_Mary-Kay_062025.png" width="640" height="1350" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Iconic beauty brand and global entrepreneurship company Mary Kay Inc. has again been named the #1 Direct Selling Brand of Skin Care and Color Cosmetics in the World by Euromonitor International for the third consecutive year. (Photo Courtesy: Mary Kay Inc.)</figcaption></figure>In addition to the global recognition, Mary Kay has been named:

<ul><li>#1 Brand of Facial Make-Up in Latin America,*</li>
	<li>#1 Brand of Lip Products in Latin America,*</li>
	<li>#1 Brand of Color Cosmetics in Mexico,*</li>
	<li>#1 Brand of Skincare and Color Cosmetics in Mexico.*</li>
</ul>Sarah Boumphrey, Global Research Director at Euromonitor International, stated, “Our awards reflect the highest standard of excellence in the industries we track, and beauty and direct selling are no exception. Honorees are recognized through a rigorous, data-driven evaluation process that draws on independent research, global market analysis, and deep category expertise. Euromonitor is proud to collaborate with leading companies, like Mary Kay, and this accomplishment signifies their commitment to performance and quality in a highly competitive landscape."

With presence in over 40 markets and millions of Independent Beauty Consultants around the world, Mary Kay continues to set the standard for beauty that empowers and delivers. Several fan-favorite products contribute to Mary Kay’s #1 status, including the iconic TimeWise® skincare line, the dermatologist validated Clinical Solutions® skincare line, the Mary Kay® Oil-Free Eye Makeup Remover beloved by influencers and celebrities, the Mary Kay® Ultimate Mascara™, the Mary Kay Unlimited® Lip Gloss, and the Mary Kay® Waterproof Eyeliner, to name a few.

In 2024 alone, Mary Kay garnered 65 beauty awards around the world. In addition to the Euromonitor International #1 recognition, Mary Kay recently ranked #11 in the Women’s Wear Daily Beauty Inc.’s <a href="https://wwd.com/beauty-industry-news/beauty-features/lists/top-beauty-companies-in-the-world-2024-1237087322/" target="_blank">2024 Top 100 Beauty Companies</a>.

Mary Kay products are sold by best-in-class Independent Beauty Consultants who provide personalized service to customers in person and online at <a href="http://www.MaryKay.com" target="_blank">www.MaryKay.com</a>, and on social and digital media channels. 

The Euromonitor award reinforces Mary Kay as one of the world’s best loved brands with a business model and corporate mission focused on empowering women, transforming lives, and helping to protect our natural resources.
<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="&quot; &quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="680d7216-1ea4-4e56-9ef2-02d55974dba5" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/direct-selling-brand-skin-care-and-color-cosmetics2_Mary-Kay_062025_0.jpg" width="640" height="1128" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Ryan Rogers, Chief Executive Officer of Mary Kay states: "Being named the #1 Direct Selling Brand of Skin Care and Color Cosmetics in the World by Euromonitor International three years in a row marks a grand slam achievement for Mary Kay. This repeated milestone reflects years of R&amp;D and marketing efforts to create skin and beauty solutions that meet consumer needs and are loved the world-over. Above all, it demonstrates the transformative power of our Independent Beauty Consultants who are driving this success globally." (Photo Courtesy: Mary Kay Inc.)</figcaption></figure>Did You Know:

<ul><li>One Mary Kay® Oil-Free Eye Makeup Remover is sold every 5 minutes around the globe.2</li>
	<li>Nearly 1,500 patents globally are held by Mary Kay for products, technologies, and packaging designs in its global portfolio.3</li>
	<li>Mary Kay’s state-of-the-art Richard R. Rogers (R3) global Manufacturing/R&amp;D Center located in Lewisville, Texas, has a production capacity of up to 1.1 million products per day.</li>
	<li>62% of Mary Kay’s global R&amp;D teams are women.4</li>
	<li>81% of Mary Kay’s Global Marketing team &amp; Creative Studio are women.5</li>
	<li>30% of sales force members who started their Mary Kay business in the past year are under the age of 35.6</li>
</ul>***

About Mary Kay 
One of the original glass ceiling breakers, Mary Kay Ash founded her dream beauty brand in Texas in 1963 with one goal: to enrich women’s lives. That dream has blossomed into a global company with millions of independent sales force members in more than 40 markets. For over 60 years, the Mary Kay opportunity has empowered women to define their own futures through education, mentorship, advocacy, and innovation. Mary Kay is dedicated to investing in the science behind beauty and manufacturing cutting-edge skincare, color cosmetics, nutritional supplements, and fragrances. Mary Kay believes in preserving our planet for future generations, protecting women impacted by cancer and domestic abuse, and encouraging youth to follow their dreams. Learn more at <a href="https://marykayglobal.com/" target="_blank">marykayglobal.com</a>. Find us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/marykayglobal" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/marykayglobal/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/marykayglobal/mycompany/" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, or follow us on <a href="https://twitter.com/MaryKayGlobal" target="_blank">X</a>.

Mary Kay Inc. Corporate Communications <a href="https://www.marykay.com/newsroom" target="_blank">marykay.com/newsroom</a> 
972.687.5332 or media@mkcorp.com

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1“Source Euromonitor International Limited; Beauty and Personal Care 2025 Edition, value sales at RSP, 2024 data”

* “Source Euromonitor International Limited; Beauty and Personal Care 2025 Edition, value sales at RSP, 2024 data”

2Source: Mary Kay Inc., data as of December 2024, for the past 12 months, based on units sold.

3 Source: Mary Kay Inc., as of 2025.

4Source: Women Representation and Leadership at Mary Kay (May 2025).

5Source: Women Representation and Leadership at Mary Kay (May 2025).

6Source: Mary Kay Inc., 2024 U.S. data.

Good things come in threes: iconic beauty brand and global entrepreneurship company Mary Kay Inc. has again been named the #1 Direct Selling Brand of Skin Care and Color Cosmetics in the World1 by Euromonitor International for the third consecutive year.

One, Two, Three-Peat: Mary Kay Inc. Named #1 Direct Selling Brand of Skin Care and Color Cosmetics in the World for Three Years in a Row

This year’s International Women’s Day theme #accelerateactionputs the spotlight on how women are driving change around the world. With 2024 being the warmest year on record for the U.S., climate change and sustainability is a big concern.

<img alt="Share the Good 2025" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="9d7f187f-b081-4c26-9c8c-b6ab3e7f5ba4" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Share_the_Good-1_Regions_Bank_6525.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="854" loading="lazy" />By Candace Higginbotham

Regions Bank recently closed the book on an especially impactful Financial Literacy Month and Share the Good program, the company’s annual volunteer celebration.

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Associates dedicated more than 2,000 volunteer hours delivering financial education, which benefited 200 organizations across the Regions footprint.
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But it wasn’t just about numbers. Associates from every business and function across the bank participated in Financial Literacy Month activities.
<img alt="United Way of Central Alabama LEARN united program" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="7cd5d10f-ebbe-47cc-886a-70907747899f" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Share_the_Good-2_Regions_Bank_6525.jpg" width="640" class="align-center" height="854" loading="lazy" />Outreach programs were hosted in rural areas, small towns and urban centers and reached a variety of audiences, including high school students and parents of college-bound seniors, university students, small business owners, first-time homebuyers, people with disabilities, nonprofit leaders, veterans, justice-impacted individuals and more.

“Our theme was ‘Building Financial Confidence in our Communities’ and it was exciting to see associates across the bank participate,” said Gina Sian, head of Regions Making Life Better Institute®. “Financial knowledge is a lifelong tool, and when we share it with others, we’re not just teaching – we’re opening doors to opportunity.”

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"Financial knowledge is a lifelong tool, and when we share it with others, we’re not just teaching – we’re opening doors to opportunity." Gina Sian, head of Regions Making Life Better Institute®
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<img alt="Regions Extra Credit: College Life Money Skills event" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="088687ee-2d65-499e-ae45-1f978e591d01" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Share_the_Good-4_Regions_Bank_6525.jpg" width="640" class="align-center" height="854" loading="lazy" />Nonprofit Leaders

As part of the <a href="https://www.uwca.org/learnunited/" id="modal-toggler-1100660444-3" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">United Way of Central Alabama LEARN United</a> program, Richard Phillips from Regions’ <a href="https://www.regions.com/commercial-banking/government-institutional-nonprofit-lending" target="_blank">Government, Institutional and Nonprofit Banking team</a> and Joshua Bryant, from the Regions Community Engagement team, facilitated a financial management seminar for Birmingham, Alabama-area nonprofits. Phillips and Bryant walked participants through basic financial concepts, including assets, liabilities, equity, and cash flow. They discussed financial statements such as the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement and the importance of accounting principles and financial regulations in business operations.

Nonprofit leaders in Jackson, Mississippi, also received financial tips from Regions specialists. Branch Manager Jason Morris and Myer Mack, Philanthropic Solutions advisor, presented at the <a href="https://www.jacksonconventioncomplex.com/events/2025/alliance-of-non-profits-and-philanthropy#:~:text=%F0%9F%93%8D%20Jackson%20Convention%20Complex%20%7C%20April,at%20the%20Jackson%20Convention%20Complex." id="modal-toggler-741185681-4" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nonprofit and Philanthropy Leadership Conference</a>. Their seminar, How to Safeguard Your Organization from Fraud, focused on education and awareness as well as best practices.
<img alt="Financial Tips for Your Small Business Seminar" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="4b98486b-be08-4b44-b35f-e5c9d760c6f3" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Share_the_Good-5_Regions_Bank_6525.jpg" width="640" class="align-center" height="854" loading="lazy" />Students and Parents

Financial fraud was also a topic of interest at the <a href="https://doingmoretoday.com/extra-credit-4-fraud-truths-to-remember/" target="_blank">Regions Extra Credit: College Life Money Skills event</a> held live at the Regions Operations Center in Birmingham and via webcast. The seminar provided important information for high school juniors and seniors, their parents and school administrators on topics such as budgeting, financial aid, fraud prevention and more.

Panelists for the extra credit event included John Jordan, head of Retail Banking, Angela Aaron, a consumer financial educator with the <a href="https://www.regions.com/next-step" target="_blank">Regions Next Step</a>® Financial Wellness Team, Jeff Taylor, head of Commercial Fraud Forensics at Regions and Kelly Savoie, assistant regional head for Sallie Mae.

Regions teams also hosted a few campus takeovers, including Regions Day at Alabama A&amp;M University. “We had great student participation in several Regions Next Step Reality Check budget simulations,” said Floresha Watkins, local Community Relations officer for Regions. “A panel of Regions associates – who are also A&amp;M alums – also shared career insights and future opportunities with students. All in all, Regions Day at A&amp;M was a big win for everyone.”

Similar Regions Day events were also held at two additional HBCUs, Tennessee State University and Jackson State University.
<img alt="People fill out paper work using calculators" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="c68bd88b-db24-431c-9766-f04e0d160a17" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Share_the_Good-3_Regions_Bank_6525.jpg" width="640" class="align-center" height="1148" loading="lazy" /><a href="https://doingmoretoday.com/a-heart-for-all-how-this-regions-branch-manager-earned-the-companys-highest-honor-for-serving-others/" target="_blank">Ginger Donohoe</a>, branch manager in Vicksburg, Mississippi and <a href="https://doingmoretoday.com/a-heart-for-all-how-this-regions-branch-manager-earned-the-companys-highest-honor-for-serving-others/" target="_blank">2023 Lee Ann Petty Heart of Service Award winner</a>, held her own personal campus tour in April, delivering Regions Next Step financial education to students at River City Early College, Hinds Community College, Beechwood and Port Gibson High School.

And more than 375 eighth-grade students from all six junior high schools across <a href="https://doingmoretoday.com/serving-lagniappe-regions-recipe-for-financial-literacy/" target="_blank">St. Mary Parish in South Louisiana</a> participated in a Regions Next Step Reality Check budget simulation, where they got a firsthand look at managing money, budgeting, and making responsible financial choices.

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"It was a happy surprise that several young people participated and were really engaged. It’s so important to learn those real-life money lessons and begin building financial confidence at an early age." John Brown, Regions Market Executive
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Both students and adults took part in a Regions Next Step Reality Check session hosted by the Enterprise, Alabama, market team. Regions associates collaborated with the <a href="https://www.enterprisehousing.org/" id="modal-toggler-1948552097-5" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Enterprise Housing Authority</a> to deliver the session to 16 local residents, and according to Market Executive John Brown, it was a hit with all age groups.

“We were excited to host this event with the Enterprise Housing Authority,” Brown said. “It was a happy surprise that several young people participated and were really engaged. It’s so important to learn those real-life money lessons and begin building financial confidence at an early age.”

Small-Business Owners

Regions Community Development Officer Eric Madkins and Regions Community Engagement Financial Education Trainer Keren Treme collaborated with the <a href="https://ualr.edu/cbhhs/centers-and-community-outreach/asbtdc/" id="modal-toggler--1550701881-6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">University of Arkansas-Little Rock Small Business and Technology Development Center</a> to organize a virtual Regions Next Step workshop for entrepreneurs. The Credit and Financing for Small Business course was delivered to 25 participants, with very positive feedback from the event coordinator: “We work with a lot of subject matter experts and partners to deliver training, and it’s rare to see someone who is able to make financial literacy feel easy and approachable for the everyday business owner.”

Donna Medina, part of the Regions Financial Wellness Education team, worked with Ann Solomon and the Winchester, Tennessee branch to host a Financial Tips for Your Small Business Seminar in partnership with the local Chamber. The attendees learned about building confidence both in their personal and business finances.

Military Families

Natalie Meeks, also part of the Regions Financial Wellness Education team, hosted a course for the Indiana National Guard in April. This specialized series was a refresher course for previous attendees and included in-depth conversations with banking specialists from Regions Private Wealth and Mortgage.

Adults in Transition

Regions Next Step Ambassadors, volunteers who are specially trained to deliver the bank’s tailored financial education curriculum, were especially busy during Financial Literacy Month. Jakevia Brown, Trust Relationship specialist in Wealth Management, led a Saving for Retirement session with <a href="https://www.atlantahabitat.org/" id="modal-toggler-1471803806-7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Atlanta Habitat for Humanity</a>, part of a longstanding collaboration with the organization.

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"The leadership provided by our Regions Next Step Ambassadors is helping to transform lives and communities through financial education!" Cecilia Bailey, Regions Financial Education Manager
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Rosalyn Blunt, a project manager in Regions Enterprise Operations, facilitated a Banking Basics session for the <a href="https://www.va.gov/indiana-health-care/locations/indianapolis-va-domiciliary/#:~:text=Our%20domiciliary%20provides%20state%2Dof,transition%20back%20into%20their%20communities." id="modal-toggler--1283773732-8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Indianapolis VA Domiciliary</a>, a residential treatment facility for veterans. And Branch Manager Dominique Treadwell presented a virtual financial education course for clients of <a href="https://abebrown.org/" id="modal-toggler-2090250211-9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Abe Brown Ministries</a>, which serves men and women reentering the community after incarceration.

Regions Financial Education Manager Cecilia Bailey was thrilled with their contributions, saying, “The leadership provided by our Regions Next Step Ambassadors is helping to transform lives and communities through financial education!”

In addition to live in-person and virtual financial education seminars presented to schools and nonprofits year-round, Regions also offers robust financial wellness resources online. The <a href="https://www.regions.com/next-step" target="_blank">Regions Next Step</a> program includes easy-to-access online resources such as articles, online modules, calculators and more – at no charge.

Regions Bank recently closed the book on an especially impactful Financial Literacy Month and Share the Good program, the company’s annual volunteer celebration.

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