Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation Launches “Commit to Love” Campaign

October 2, 2017

ENCINO, Calif., Oct. 2, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation today announced the launch of its “Commit to Love” campaign, a national effort to decrease racial and ethnic disparities in breast cancer deaths in the U.S. The campaign will raise awareness about the lack of diversity in breast cancer research and encourage women of all ethnicities — regardless of whether they have been diagnosed with breast cancer — to join Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation’s Army of Women^®, the nation’s largest research population dedicated to mobilizing a future without breast cancer.

An African-American woman diagnosed with breast cancer today is 42% more likely to die from the disease than a white woman diagnosed with breast cancer. Breast cancer is a leading cause of death among Latinas and it is the second leading cause of death among Asians and Pacific Islanders. Yet, as in other areas of medical research, women of color are underrepresented. Studies show that only 12% of Latinas, 6% of African Americans, and 7% of Asian and Pacific Islanders are represented in national research efforts.

“The ability of researchers to study how breast cancer specifically and uniquely affects women of color — and how best to treat it — will remain critically compromised until we have more women of color enrolled in breast cancer research studies,” said Dr. Susan Love, Chief Visionary Officer of Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation. “Our goal is to have the Commit to Love campaign inspire all communities to join the Army of Women, ensuring that no researcher has an excuse for lack of diversity among their participants.”

“Commit to Love” is anchored by an innovative five-part online video series that captures powerful testimonials from three women—an African-American, a Latina, and an Asian—who have been personally affected by breast cancer. Their stories shine a spotlight on the critical need to diversify breast cancer research participants.

To broaden the campaign’s reach, Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation is collaborating with Share Cancer Support and the Tigerlily Foundation, as well as other advocacy groups. Share Cancer Support educates and empowers women of all ethnicities facing breast and ovarian cancer. The Tigerlily Foundation is committed to providing education, awareness, advocacy and hands-on-support to young women, ages 15-45 years old, before, during and after breast cancer.

“Commit to Love” is the most recent example of the Foundation’s commitment to visionary research, accessible educational resources, and inclusive community engagement. It will also raise renewed awareness around the Foundation’s groundbreaking Army of Women program, which forges partnerships between women and men and the scientific community, teaches them about the clinical research process, and connects them with innovative research studies.

Army of Women has, to date, enrolled over 380,000 women and men in research studies that range from investigating the causes of breast cancer and prevention to exploring survivors’ quality of life to finding new treatments for metastatic breast cancer. With “Commit to Love,” Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation hopes to increase the number of women of color who learn about and enroll in the program.

To learn more about the campaign and join the movement, visit CommitToLove.org.

About Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation:
Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation is dedicated to mobilizing a future without breast cancer by igniting visionary, collaborative research and a distinctive approach to education. The Foundation makes innovative breast cancer research possible by generating bold ideas and enlisting the best experts, both inside and outside of the field of cancer research, to understand the complex nature of breast cancer, and the experience of those impacted by the disease. Its approach to education reflects an understanding of the patient, the doctor and research advances, ensuring that everyone has the knowledge to be their own health advocate.

The Foundation’s cutting-edge research includes: 1) A collaboration with NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory to understand the structure of the breast ducts and ultimately construct a 3D map of the breast ductal system; and 2) The Metastatic Breast Cancer (MBC) Collateral Damage project, which pioneered a novel approach to understanding the breast cancer experience using crowd-sourced information to uncover the hidden physical, financial, and psychological costs of living with breast cancer that has metastasized.

Learn more at DrSusanLoveResearch.org, and connect with the Foundation on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

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Untamed Sports Reaches The Treasure Valley on Idaho TV 22 KRID

September 29, 2017

Untamed Sports Reaches The Treasure Valley on Idaho TV 22 KRID

WEST PALM BEACH, Florida, Sept. 29, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Olympusat, Inc., one of the largest independent media companies specializing in the ownership, distribution, production and technical services of Spanish and English-language networks, announced that Untamed Sports, the TV network specifically designed to provide a gateway for the individuals who are devoted to outdoor sports and recreation, is set for launch next Sunday, October 1^st on Idaho TV 22 KRID.

As part of its efforts to connect more viewers with adventurous programming, Untamed Sports widens its distribution, satisfying the entertainment needs of extreme sports, hunting, fishing, rafting, racing and trekking fans in the U.S. This adrenaline-packed network, combines a passion for action and sportsmanship providing adventure, field, power and shooting sports, along with outdoor adventure series.

“The Treasure Valley has a unique complete outdoor lifestyle from snow skiing at Bogus Basin, to river rafting on the Boise River,” said Karlo Maalouf, Owner of Idaho TV 22 KRID. “Untamed Sports Programing will complement the outdoor living we enjoy.”

Charles Mohler, President of Olympusat Holdings, added, “Idaho TV 22 KRID is a great stride in the distribution of our network, as well as in our commitment to offer top-notch entertainment, while providing a portal to new experiences and meaningful interactions with the outdoor sports community.”

The Idaho TV 22 KRID audience can now enjoy more outdoor content and entertainment, including fan-favorite programming such as Charlie Moore: No Offense, Honda Racing, Pro Watercross, Sledhead, Fish TV, Birding Adventures, and Safari Hunters Journal.

Idaho TV 22 KRID prides itself on being one of the first new TV Super Station to broadcast horizontally and vertically. Achieving the best signal penetration, covering nearly 700,000 people with nearly 30,000 watts ERP.

To learn more about Olympusat’s networks and the company’s industry-leading efforts, please visit olympusat.com.

Olympusat – Editorial Contact:
Jesús Piñango
561-249-5228
[email protected]

SOURCE Olympusat, Inc.

Verizon Foundation commits an additional $4 Million to support long term relief efforts for Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands as Hurricane Maria recovery continues

September 29, 2017

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NEW YORK, Sept. 29, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Verizon Chairman & CEO Lowell McAdam today announced the company is quintupling its support for the residents of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, to a total of $5 Million, as the magnitude of recovery and relief efforts has become more clear.

“We have a strong connection to Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands through our customers and employees,” McAdam said. “And while we don’t offer direct service to the Caribbean, we are working with federal agencies and our roaming partners to provide additional assistance during this crisis.”

The company previously announced a $1 Million pledge to fund Hurricane Maria relief efforts. Those funds are supporting immediate relief efforts of the American Red Cross and World Vision. Organizations that will receive the additional $4 Million announced will be named as the Verizon Foundation and local authorities identify organizations that can provide significant long-term recovery assistance.

Providing additional financial support to residents of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Verizon is matching employees’ contributions, dollar-for-dollar, to select hurricane relief-focused organizations.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), headquartered in New York City, has a diverse workforce of 163,400 and generated nearly $126 billion in 2016 revenues. Verizon operates America’s most reliable wireless network and the nation’s premier all-fiber network, and delivers integrated solutions to businesses worldwide. Its Oath subsidiary houses more than 50 media and technology brands that engage about 1 billion people around the world.

VERIZON’S ONLINE MEDIA CENTER: News releases, stories, media contacts and other resources are available at www.verizon.com/about/news/. News releases are also available through an RSS feed. To subscribe, visit www.verizon.com/about/rss-feeds/.

The Home Depot Foundation Increases Disaster Relief Commitment to $3 Million

September 29, 2017

ATLANTA, Sept. 29, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Home Depot^® Foundation today announced an additional commitment of $500,000 to support relief efforts for Hurricane Maria, raising its total financial support to $3 million for communities impacted by recent disasters, including Hurricanes Irma, Harvey and Maria, as well as the earthquakes in Mexico.

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“Over the past few weeks, it has been heartbreaking to witness the level of devastation in Texas, Florida, Puerto Rico, Mexico and the U.S. Virgin Islands,” said Shannon Gerber, executive director of The Home Depot Foundation. “After assessing the damage in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, we have increased our commitment in these areas by an additional $500,000. We will continue to work closely with our nonprofit partners to provide short-term relief and rebuilding efforts for those affected by these tragic storms and earthquakes.”

The Home Depot Foundation will provide support in collaboration with several nonprofit partners including the American Red Cross, Convoy of Hope, Operation Blessing, Team Rubicon and other local nonprofits. In addition, The Homer Fund, The Home Depot’s employee assistance program, has helped nearly 5,000 associates affected by the recent disasters by providing urgent emergency financial assistance.

About The Home Depot Foundation

The Home Depot Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to improving the homes and lives of U.S. veterans and their families with a specific focus on combat-wounded, senior and homeless veterans. The foundation also provides cleanup and rebuilding support for communities affected by natural disasters.

Since 2011, The Home Depot Foundation has invested approximately $200 million in veteran-related projects, part of the foundation’s quarter of billion-dollar pledge to veteran-related causes by 2020. In partnership with Team Depot, the 400,000-strong army of associate volunteers, the organization has positively impacted more than 33,000 veterans’ homes and helped more than 2,000 communities.

To learn more about The Home Depot Foundation and see Team Depot in action visit homedepot.com/teamdepot and follow us on Snapchat, Twitter and Instagram @teamdepot and like us on Facebook at facebook.com/teamdepot.

For hurricane-related information about The Home Depot’s operations, please visit corporate.homedepot.com/newsroom.

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Green for Puerto Rico – MCS Announces $1 Million Challenge Campaign to Help Puerto Rico Recover from Hurricanes

September 29, 2017

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Sept. 29, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — MCS Healthcare Holdings, LLC. (MCS) announced today its commitment to match dollar for dollar contributions up to $500,000 in support of Puerto Rico’s recovery from Hurricanes Irma and María, with a goal of raising at least $1 million for Puerto Rico’s recovery from the two devastating storms.

In the aftermath of Hurricanes Irma and María, Puerto Rico’s horizon, devoid of its traditional, lush green leaves and blossoming landscape, has become symbolic of what has happened to the Island and our people overall. Damaged trees, broken buildings, sad faces and long lines litter the view in Puerto Rico. While we work together to rebuild Puerto Rico, today, MCS announces its “Green for Puerto Rico” Challenge. Under this $1 Million funding campaign, MCS will match up to $500,000 of contributions to the Alianza por Más Compromiso Social, Inc. (the MCS Foundation) to be earmarked for use for hurricane relief. The MCS Foundation will donate 100% percent of the funds raised to other tax exempt non-profit organizations focused on children and/or health, consistent with its mission.

Beneficiaries will include Unidos por Puerto Rico, an initiative launched by the First Lady of Puerto Rico, Beatriz Rosselló, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Puerto Rico, and other certified charities based on needs caused by the hurricanes.

Jim O’Drobinak, CEO of MCS commented, “MCS has been proudly serving Puerto Rico for 35 years, and in these difficult moments, we step forward strongly to act on our commitment to be leaders in pushing forward the rebuilding efforts for our people. Many stateside friends have asked us, “How can I help Puerto Rico?” With the “Green for Puerto Rico Challenge, MCS will put its “Green” alongside yours, doubling the impact of your contribution on efforts to help Puerto Rico recover.” Tax-deductible contributions to the Green for Puerto Rico Challenge can be made via PayPal, debit or credit card. The MCS will guarantee 100% of the aid received through www.greenforpuertorico.org will be matched dollar for dollar up to $500,000 and donated to entities dedicated to looking after the community’s recovery needs.

Eduardo Carrera, CEO of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Puerto Rico added, “MCS has been a great partner of ours throughout the years. With many schools closed or impaired, we can play a huge role in supporting the families and children of Puerto Rico get on their feet again.”

MCS recognizes that everyone has the potential to be an active part of the effort to make Puerto Rico green again, for our healthcare, for our economic development, and for our children. A united and caring island stands up. Puerto Rico will be green again and together we will demonstrate why we are the Isla del Encanto. Join up, Puerto Rico needs us – Vívelo Verde.

About MCS Foundation

Over the last seven years, MCS has donated over $4 million to worthwhile charitable causes all over Puerto Rico, directly or through the Alianza por Más Compromiso Social (MCS Foundation), a Section 1101.01 organization, and through our MCS Sponsorship Program. In addition to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Puerto Rico, previous recipients of MCS grants have included Caras Las Américas, Instituto Psicopedagógico de Puerto Rico, Instituto Nueva Escuela and Jóvenes de Puerto Rico en Riesgo, among others. For more information on the MCS Foundation, please see our website at www.mcsfoundationpr.org.

About Unidos por Puerto Rico

United for Puerto Rico is an initiative brought forth by the First Lady of Puerto Rico, Beatriz Rosselló in collaboration with the private sector, with the purpose of providing aid and support to those affected in Puerto Rico by the passage of Hurricane Irma and Hurricane María.

About Boys & Girls Club of Puerto Rico

Boys and Girls Club is a 50-year old non-profit organization that leads afterschool programs and services for boys, girls and youth between six and 18 years old. We offer them a creative and safe haven where they can develop into leaders able to reach their academic, personal and professional goals. Our innovative program is focused on career and entrepreneurship development, and we provide them the resources they need to obtain a dignifying job that may secure their financial stability. Last year, we served more than 19,000 thousand girls, boys, youth and families; and we employ more than 300 professionals island-wide. We have 13 clubs, located in Río Piedras’ Ramos Antonini housing project, Santurce’s Las Margaritas and Luis Llorens Torres housing projects, Mayaguez’s F.D. Roosevelt housing project, Villa Carolina, San Lorenzo, Carolina’s Torres de Sabana housing project, Arecibo, Aguas Buenas, Bayamón, Loíza, Vieques and Isabela. For more information, please visit our website: bgcpr.org, or call 787.728.4040.

About MCS

For 35 years, Medical Card System, Inc. (MCS) has been one of the local health industry’s leading companies. Since its founding, MCS has established a solid reputation in the market for providing excellent quality services and competitive products. MCS Life Insurance Co., a subsidiary of MCS, offers a wide array of commercial health plans for groups and individuals, as well as group life insurance. MCS Advantage, Inc., through its MCS Classicare products, offers an extensive variety of Medicare Advantage coverage aimed at promoting quality of life and wellness to Puerto Rico’s Medicare population.

SOURCE MCS Healthcare Holdings, LLC. (MCS)

(Español) Harwood Feffer LLP Anuncia Demanda Colectiva Sobre Bonos de Fianza (Bail Bonds)

September 29, 2017

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Teamsters Recruiting Volunteer Members To Assist Puerto Rico With Transporting Vital Supplies From Port, Sanitation And Other Areas

September 29, 2017

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The International Brotherhood of Teamsters is working closely with Joint Council 16 in New York and the AFL-CIO to provide qualified volunteers to provide much needed support to the people of Puerto Rico. Teamsters Local Union 901 in San Juan, Puerto Rico, an affiliate of Joint Council 16, represents more than 2,000 working men and women across the island.

“Our fellow Americans in Puerto Rico are suffering under unimaginable conditions wrought upon them by Hurricane Maria,” said Teamsters General President Jim Hoffa. “We are working to identify ways in which the union and our members can best assist those in need.”

The Teamsters are joining with labor unions from across the nation to identify skilled workers to travel to Puerto Rico next week to provide much needed support in critical areas.

“This is a humanitarian crisis of epic proportions,” said Teamsters International Vice President and Joint Council 16 President George Miranda. “It is imperative that we provide the manpower and financial support necessary to get Puerto Rico on the road to recovery.”

“Tronquistas (Teamsters) are in the street working since the first day after the hurricane passed and we will continue working to bring peace back to our people,” said Alexis Rodriguez, Secretary-Treasurer of Local 901. “The only goal of the Tronquistas is to raise Puerto Rico back up, stronger and better.”

There is currently a need for volunteer truck drivers who hold a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) to transport shipping containers from the port to distribution centers throughout the island. Additionally, the Teamsters Freight, Airline, Passenger Transport, Package, Public Services and Waste Divisions are contacting Teamster employers that operate in Puerto Rico and our local unions throughout the United States and Canada to identify avenues of support and volunteers.

At this time, it is unclear if there are trucks available to move the containers, fuel to operate the trucks or road access to the distribution centers. However, the labor movement is working on the ground in Puerto Rico to bring volunteers to meet specific needs.

Additionally, the Teamsters Disaster Relief Fund is collecting monetary donations to support those impacted by Hurricanes Maria, Harvey and Irma. Contributions can be made online at tdr.teamster.org.

Contact:
Galen Munroe, (202) 624-6911
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Telemundo’s “Todos Unidos” And Company-Wide Relief Efforts Raise Over $12.9 Million For Mexico, Puerto Rico, Texas And Florida Natural Disasters

September 29, 2017

MIAMI, Sept. 29, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Telemundo announced it has raised more than $12.9 million for the Red Cross relief efforts for the victims of the recent natural disasters in Mexico, Puerto Rico, Texas, Florida and the Caribbean islands. Under the banner of “Todos Unidos” (All Together,) the Telemundo Networks, together with the Telemundo and NBC owned stations, raised more than $7.45 million for those affected. As part of these efforts, Comcast NBCUniversal and Telemundo contributed $500,000 in cash. In addition, prior to this effort, the NBC and Telemundo owned stations together with the Telemundo Networks raised nearly $5.5 million through multiple fund-raising efforts since Harvey struck Texas, including local phone banks in collaboration with the American Red cross and local Red Cross Chapters, as well as a national Red Cross Day.

The company’s “Todos Unidos” efforts included multiple local phone banks across the country and a network special hosted by the international media icon, Mario Kreutzberger, Don Francisco that aired Sunday, September 24 from 7-11 p.m. / 6-10 p.m. CT. The live broadcast produced from Miami, Mexico, New York, Puerto Rico, Houston and Los Angeles aired simultaneously across Telemundo, the cable network Universo and the Telemundo Internacional Cable Channel in Mexico.

“We are deeply moved by the scale of the destruction and loss of human lives from these natural disasters,” said Cesar Conde, Chairman, NBCUniversal International Group and NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises. “The Telemundo networks and local stations across the country rose to the occasion to deliver on our profound commitment to serve our community. The road to recovery and rebuilding is long and we remain committed to helping every step of the way.”

“Our stations are committed to helping communities have the news, information and resources they need to recover from the natural disasters that have affected so many, including our very own employees,” said Manuel Martinez, President, Telemundo Station Group. “As the rebuilding process gets underway, our stations will continue to be there to help their viewers achieve a brighter future.”

The “Todos Unidos” network special featured top Hispanic celebrities including Marc Anthony, J Balvin, Miguel Bosé, Regulo Caro, Chyno, Elvis Crespo, Kate del Castillo, Fedro, Pedro Fernandez, Luis Fonsi, Larry Hernández, Enrique Iglesias, Nicky Jam, Jesse y Joy, Maná, Natalia Jiménez, Jennifer Lopez, Fanny Lu, Lucero, Ricky Martin, Evaluna Montaner, Ricardo Montaner, Natalie Morales, Ednita Nazario, Gerardo Ortiz, Prince Royce, Justin Quiles, Raphael, Chiquis Rivera, Lupillo Rivera, Alex Rodriguez, Alejandro Sanz, Olga Tañon, Roberto Tapia, Thalia, Alvaro Torres, Sofía Vergara, Yandel, Daddy Yankee and Yuri.

“We are extremely proud ‘Todos Unidos’ was able to contribute to help the victims of these terrible disasters,” said Luis Silberwasser, President, Telemundo Network and Universo Channel. “I want to thank Don Francisco, all the talent that participated, our partners and the entire Telemundo family for coming together to help make a difference for our community at such a critical time.”

The live relief special also had the support of major media partners including iHeartMedia, People en Español, Xfinity Latino, BuzzFeed, Mashable, Facebook, Twitter, MSN Latino and YouTube. Other celebrities and personalities who participated include Aracely Arámbula, Felicidad Aveleyra, María Celeste Arrarás, Carmen Aub, Jorge Bernal, Jorge Campos, Jencarlos Canela, Andrés Cantor, Jorge Cárdenas, Jessica Carrillo, Erika Csiszer, Edgardo del Villar, Rashel Díaz, Jose Díaz-Balart, Ana Lucia Domínguez, Ximena Duque, Michel Duval, Gaby Espino, Laura Flores, Luis Ernesto Franco, Raúl González, Mauricio Henao, Carlos Hermosillo, Miguel “Piojo” Herrera, Ana Jurka, Adamari López, Jessica Maldonado, Angélica María, Karim Mendiburu, Jorge Miramontes, Carolina Miranda, Gala Montes, John Morales, Ana María Polo, Carlos Ponce, Gabriel Porras, Jorge Posada, Zuleyka Rivera, Ana Lorena Sánchez, Enrique Santos, Daniel Sarcos, Rogelio Mora-Tagle, José María Torre, Angélica Vale and Samadhi Zendejas.

Telemundo network shows “Suelta la Sopa,” “Al Rojo Vivo con María Celeste” and “Noticias Telemundo Fin de Semana” kicked off with special programming at 4 p.m. as a prelude to the live special.

About NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises:

NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a world-class media company leading the industry in the production and distribution of high-quality Spanish-language content to U.S. Hispanics and audiences around the world. This fast-growing multiplatform portfolio is comprised of the Telemundo Network and Station Group, Telemundo Deportes, Telemundo Studios, Telemundo Internacional, Telemundo International Studios, Universo, and a Digital Enterprises & Emerging Business unit. Telemundo Network features original Spanish-language entertainment, news and sports content reaching 94% of U.S. Hispanic TV households in 210 markets through 17 owned stations, 55 affiliates and its national feed. Telemundo also owns WKAQ, a television station that serves viewers in Puerto Rico. Telemundo Deportes is the designated Spanish-language home of two of the world’s most popular sporting events: FIFA World Cup™ through 2026 and the Summer Olympic Games through 2032. As the #1 media company reaching Hispanics and millennials online, the Digital Enterprises & Emerging Business unit distributes original content across multiple platforms, maximizing its exclusive partnerships with properties such as Buzzfeed, Vox, and Snapchat. Through Telemundo Internacional, the largest U.S.-based distributor of Spanish-language content in the world; Telemundo International Studios, a production unit focused on creating high-end short form, scripted formats for international markets; and Universo, the fastest growing Hispanic entertainment cable network, the company reflects the diverse lifestyle, cultural experience and language of its expanding audience. NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a division of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

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Best Selling and Award Winning Honda Civic Sedan, Coupe and Si Return for 2018 to Continue Compact Leadership

September 29, 2017

TORRANCE, California, Sept. 29, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The 2018 Honda Civic Sedan, Coupe and Civic Si, begin arriving October 3 at Honda dealerships countrywide. America’s best-selling car in 2016 and to date in 2017¹, the 2018 Civics start at a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)² of $18,840 for the Sedan, $19,250 for the Coupe, and $24,100 for both the Si Sedan and Coupe. The Civic has won numerous accolades including Best Family Car of 2016 by Parents Magazine and Edmunds.com, Kelley Blue Book‘s “10 Most Awarded Cars of 2017” and the “2017 Overall Best Buy of the Year.”

The 2018 Civic Sedan and Coupe are powered by a robust and efficient 1.5-liter direct-injected DOHC VTEC Turbo^® engine producing 174 horsepower and 167 lb.-ft. of torque². A Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) remains an option on EX-T trims and is standard on higher trims. The Civic Si is motivated by a more powerful version of the 1.5-liter VTEC Turbo^® engine, with a peak output of 205 horsepower³ and 192 lb.-ft. of torque⁴, paired with a short-throw 6-speed manual transmission for an exhilarating driving experience.

2018 Civic Pricing and EPA Ratings

	Trim	Engine	Trans-mission	MSRP	EPA Fuel Economy Ratings⁵ (city/highway/combined)
CIVIC SEDAN	LX	2.0L	6MT	$18,840	28/40/32
	LX	2.0L	CVT	$19,640	31/40/34
	LX w/Honda Sensing	2.0L	CVT	$20,640	31/40/34
	EX	2.0L	CVT	$21,240	31/40/34
	EX w/Honda Sensing	2.0L	CVT	$22,240	31/40/34
	EX-T	1.5L T	6MT	$21,600	31/42/35
	EX-T	1.5L T	CVT	$22,400	32/42/36
	EX-T w/Honda Sensing	1.5L T	CVT	$23,400	32/42/36
	EX-L	1.5L T	CVT	$23,900	32/42/36
	EX-L w/Honda Sensing	1.5L T	CVT	$24,900	32/42/36
	EX-L w/Navigation	1.5L T	CVT	$24,900	32/42/36
	Touring	1.5L T	CVT	$26,700	32/42/36
CIVIC COUPE	LX	2.0L	6MT	$19,250	28/39/32
	LX	2.0L	CVT	$20,050	30/39/34
	LX-P	2.0L	CVT	$21,050	30/39/34
	EX-T	1.5L T	6MT	$21,700	30/41/35
	EX-T	1.5L T	CVT	$22,500	31/40/35
	EX-L	1.5L T	CVT	$23,625	31/40/35
	Touring	1.5L T	CVT	$26,325	31/40/35

2018 Civic Si Pricing and EPA Ratings

Trim	MSRP	EPA Fuel Economy Ratings⁵(city/highway/combined)
Civic Si Coupe (6MT)	$24,100	28/38/32
Civic Si Coupe (6MT) w/ summer tires	$24,300	28/38/32
Civic Si Sedan (6MT)	$24,100	28/38/32
Civic Si Sedan (6MT) w/ summer tires	$24,300	28/38/32

Similar to the other vehicles in the Honda line-up, the 2018 Honda Civic provides drivers with premium features for a more convenient and comfortable in-vehicle connectivity experience. Premium features include Apple CarPlay^™and Android Auto™ compatibility, SiriusXM^®, HD Radio™ and Pandora^® capabilities.

Safety and Driver Assistive Features
For the new model year, Civic customers are again offered a high level of safety and driver-assistive technology with the available Honda Sensing™ suite. The safety suite will be available on all Sedan trims and standard on Touring trims for both Sedan and Coupe. Honda Sensing™ features include the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)™ incorporating Forward Collision Warning, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow, Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS), and Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) incorporating Lane Departure Warning (LDW).

Both the 2018 Honda Civic and Civic Si received a 5-star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) based on its crash safety test performance. Safety features for the 2018 Civic Si include standard four-channel anti-lock brakes (ABS) with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), Vehicle Stability Assist^™ (VSA^®) and Agile Handling Assist.

Production
The 2018 Civic Sedan for the U.S. market is manufactured⁶ at auto plants located in Alliston, Ontario, and Greensburg, Indiana. The Civic Coupe and Si are produced at Honda’s global lead plant for Civic in Ontario, Canada. The Civic engines are manufactured⁶ at Honda’s largest automobile engine plant in Anna, Ohio and at Alliston, Ontario, the Si and turbo engines are produced exclusively at the Anna Engine Plant.

Additional Information
Additional media information including high-resolution photography and video of the 2018 Honda Civic is available at http://www.hondanews.com/channels/civic.

Consumer information is available at http://www.automobiles.honda.com/civic and hondanews.com/honda-automobiles/channels/civic-si. To join the Civic community on Facebook, visit http://www.facebook.com/hondacivic.

About Honda
Honda offers a full line of reliable, fuel-efficient and fun-to-drive vehicles with advanced safety technologies sold through over 1,000 independent U.S. Honda dealers. The Honda lineup includes the Fit, Civic, Accord and Clarity series passenger cars, along with the HR-V, CR-V and Pilot sport/utility vehicles, the Ridgeline pickup and the Odyssey minivan.

Honda has been producing automobiles in America for 34 years and currently operates 19 major manufacturing facilities in North America. In 2016, more than 95% of all Honda and Acura vehicles sold in the U.S. were made in North America, using domestic and globally sourced parts.

¹ Based on Urban Science retail sales data for 2016CY and 2017CYTD August.

² Peak power 2.0L NS: 158 hp @ 6,500 (SAE net); peak torque: 138 ft.-lb. @ 4,200 rpm (SAE net); Peak power 1.5T 6MT: 174 hp @ 5,500 rpm (SAE net), peak torque: 167 ft.-lb. from 1,800 to 5,500 rpm (SAE net); Peak power 1.5T CVT: 174 hp @ 6,000 (SAE net); peak torque: 162 ft.-lb. from 1,700 to 5,500 rpm (SAE net).

³ 205 horsepower @ 5700 rpm (SAE net)

⁴ 192 lb.-ft. of torque @ 2100 – 5000 rpm (SAE net)

⁵ 2018 EPA fuel-economy mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.

⁶ Using domestic and globally-sourced parts.

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SOURCE American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

WWW.DONATEPUERTORICO.COM – Acacia Donates $1 Million Dollars to Puerto Rico Relief

September 29, 2017

NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Acacia Network Inc., the largest Puerto Rican non-profit in the U.S., in response to the most catastrophic hurricane to hit Puerto Rico in almost a century, launched a national relief effort. Acacia with other organizations, private entities, and local Puerto Rican non-profits and individual volunteers, has mobilized to provide critical relief directly to the victims this devastation. Acacia’s leadership committed $1 million dollars to kick off the DonatePuertoRico campaign.

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Our Fund is growing strong, with many of our partners donating immediate needs and funds. Day 3 post Hurricane, we began providing food for 65 families of patients in the Pediatric University Hospital with the help of one of our local partners the Fundación Ecológica Educativa. Day 6, with the assistance of our onsite volunteers, we have identified elderly in critical need in San Juan, opened an account with a local food supplier, and will begin delivering to these seniors immediately. Today, a shipping container full of generators, construction materials, water, and medical supplies was packed and will be shipped this weekend.

The impact of Hurricane Maria will be felt for a long time to come. With the humanitarian crisis at hand, this Fund’s first response is cash donations to assist with immediate needs — clearing the roads, generators, and medicine. “We are working with the various communities, people, and entities in Puerto Rico to best determine what is needed and where,” said Raul Russi, CEO Acacia.

Acacia has set up donation drop off locations across New York City. Greatest need at this time is EMERGENCY SUPPLIES: Bottled Water, Baby wipes, Hand sanitizer, Diapers, Canned and Dry foods, Baby formula, Garbage bags, Towels, Canned milk, Pet food, Pain relief medicine, Diarrhea relief medicine, Mosquito repellant, Blankets, Pillows, First-aid kits, Detergent, Soap, and Cots. CONSTRUCTION SUPPLIES: Extension cords, Ground fault protectors, Pop-up canopies, Shovels, Wheelbarrows, Crowbars, Hammers, Utility knives, Work gloves, Wood panels, Electric generators, Electric cables, Tarps, Ropes, Chainsaws, and Safety glasses. All donations must be sealed, new, and unexpired. We cannot accept donations other than these or that have expired.

“We have been committed to Puerto Rico, and we will be there to let you know what is happening,” says Russi. “It will take months, if not years, for Puerto Rico to bounce back, but we are resilient. AyudaPuertoRico will continue providing assistance for as long as resources will allow.” 100% of ALL donations will go directly to victims. Please visit www.DonatePuertoRico.com for more details on the work being done and updates.

About Acacia Network, Inc.
The leading Latino integrated care nonprofit in the nation, Acacia network offers the community, from children to seniors, a pathway to behavioral and primary healthcare, housing, and empowerment. Offices in NY, FL, TN, and Puerto Rico.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
Lymaris Albors, Chief of Staff to CEO
[email protected] or 917-217-5489
Juana Ines Pacheco, Communications
[email protected] or 917-504-6765

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SOURCE Acacia Network Inc.

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