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Nearly Half Of Hispanics Misunderstand Dietary Fats

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MISSION VIEJO, California, Sept. 13, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — According to the most recent U.S. Census, Hispanics are the least likely racial or ethnic group to seek medical care. This contributes to less access to information about common health risks and how diet can help protect against preventable diseases. A recent survey by the Hass Avocado Board (HAB) points to an important opportunity for more education specifically about the benefits of good dietary fats like those found in fresh avocados. Given Hispanics are the youngest ethnic group in America, nearly 15 years younger than whites, teaching vital nutrition lessons now will have a big impact on the growing community.

The survey of more than 2,000 adults revealed about 40% of Hispanics admit having low understanding about dietary fats, a confusion that consequently resulted in nearly half (47%) of Hispanic participants incorrectly lumping all fats as bad for you.

“Truth is that there are two kinds of fats: good and bad,” said Sylvia Meléndez Klinger, a registered dietitian nutritionist specializing in communicating with the Hispanic community for the past 20 years. “They are very different. Understanding the benefits and how to make better-for-you choices can have a huge impact on the health of the whole family.”

Missed Opportunity: More than 1/3 of Hispanics are Not Connecting the Dots between Healthy Eating and Healthier Living

  • 34% of Hispanics surveyed did not believe eating good fats can help lower bad cholesterol when the truth is… according to the Dietary Guidelines 2015, replacing saturated (bad) fats or trans fats with unsaturated (good) fats, like that in fresh avocados, can reduce bad blood cholesterol levels. Avocados are cholesterol free, and unique in that they are comprised of over 75% unsaturated (good) fat, making them a great substitute for foods high in saturated fats.
  • 36% of Hispanics didn’t believe eating good fats in place of bad fats can help lessen the risk of heart attack… however the facts show diets rich in foods containing fiber may reduce the risk of heart disease, obesity, and type 2 diabetes. Avocados are a good source of fiber and are recommended as a replacement for foods high in bad fats to help reduce the risk of heart disease.

“Dietary fiber from fruits like avocados, as part of an overall healthy diet, helps reduce blood cholesterol levels and can lower risk of heart disease,” says Nikki Ford, PhD, Director of Nutrition, Hass Avocado Board. “We are pleased to offer recipes and nutrition tips online in English and Spanish to help Hispanics learn more about how to enjoy avocados, a delicious source of good fats.”

New Hispanic-inspired fresh avocado recipes are added every year to HAB’s web sites in both Spanish and English. The quick and easy recipe for Vegan Avocado Ceviche offers zesty flavors and a meat-free twist on a traditional favorite.

For more information on the good fats in avocados including a new fact sheet and more recipes, visit www.LoveOneToday.com/Fat-Awareness  or for Spanish-language, visit www.SaboreaUnoHoy.com/Grasas-Buenas.

About the Survey

The results are based on a survey conducted among a sample of 2,035 adults comprising 1,010 men and 1,025 women 18 years of age and older, living in the continental United States, between March 7-13, 2016. More than 300 were Hispanic. A sample size of 2,035 carries a margin of error of plus or minus 2.5 percentage points. The survey was conducted by CARAVAN®, an omnibus service of ORC International.

About the Hass Avocado Board

The Hass Avocado Board (HAB) is an agriculture promotion group established in 2002 to promote the consumption of Hass Avocados in the United States. A 12-member board representing domestic producers and importers of Hass Avocados directs HAB’s promotion, research and information programs under supervision of the United States Department of Agriculture. Funding for HAB comes from Hass avocado producers and importers in the United States.

In 2010, HAB established a Nutrition Research program to increase awareness and improve understanding of the unique benefits of avocados to human health and nutrition. Fresh Hass avocados are a delicious, cholesterol-free, whole food source of naturally good fats. The Nutrition Research program is an integral part of Love One Today, HAB’s multiyear, science-based, food and wellness education program. Love One Today encourages Americans to include fresh Hass avocados in everyday healthy eating plans to increase fruit and vegetable intake.

For more information visit www.LoveOneToday.com or follow HAB on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram and YouTube.

Contact: Vickie Fite for the Hass Avocado Board
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Chris Carrillo Named Vice President and General Manager of SBS Radio, Los Angeles

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Chris Carrillo has been named Vice President and General Manager, of SBS Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 13, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (“SBS”/ NASDAQ:SBSA) today announced that Chris Carrillo has been named Vice President and General Manager, of SBS Los Angeles supervising all operations at KLAX-FM (97.9FM LA RAZA), KXOL-FM (Mega 96.3FM), LaMusica. The appointment is effective immediately.

Chris Carrillo has been named Vice President and General Manager, of SBS Los Angeles

Mr. Carrillo had previously held various managerial positions at SBS for ten years including General Sales Manager, Local Sales Manager and Senior Account Executive. Mr. Carrillo had served as Senior Account Executive at iHeart Media formerly Clear Channel Communications in Los Angeles.

“Chris’s radio experience and acumen are a matter of indisputable record and we’re confident of his leadership abilities in taking our stations to the highest level of operational excellence in the Los Angeles market. He knows radio, he knows the advertisers, he knows the Company and its people and he’s intimately familiar with our West Coast stations. No one is more qualified to take over the reins of SBS Los Angeles,” stated, Albert Rodriguez COO of SBS

“Chris has consistently served as a top performer in every role that he has served at SBS during his 10 plus years. His most recent assignment as General Sales Manager has proven Chris to be a tremendous leader. I am confident that Chris, now as VP/ General Manager will take our Los Angeles operations to new heights, moving forward,” stated, Eric Garcia, SBS Radio Revenue Chief Officer and General Manager of SBS New York.

Chris’s vision for the radio industry has been honed and cultivated over decades of hands-on radio broadcasting experience plus a vast knowledge of effective sales and management philosophies.

“I am pleased and honored to be named to this position, which is a clear endorsement of the soundness of our strategy, the value of our assets, and the depth of the incredible team we are building here at SBS,” said Chris Carrillo. “I appreciate the energy and vision that Mr. Raul Alarcon has brought to the Company and look forward to pursuing the vision we share as we continue to push the boundaries of the definition of entertainment, giving our audience what they want now and in the future.”

Mr. Chris Carrillo will immediately assume his duties and responsibilities. He will be based at the Company’s Los Angeles headquarters.

About Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc.

Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. owns and operates 17 radio stations located in the top U.S. Hispanic markets of New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, San Francisco and Puerto Rico, airing the Spanish Tropical, Regional Mexican, Spanish Adult Contemporary, Top 40 and Latin Rhythmic format genres. SBS also operates AIRE Radio Networks, a national radio platform which creates, distributes and markets leading Spanish-language radio programming to over 100 affiliated stations reaching 90% of the U.S. Hispanic audience. SBS also owns MegaTV, a television operation with over-the-air, cable and satellite distribution and affiliates throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico. SBS also produces live concerts and events and owns multiple bilingual websites, including www.LaMusica.com, an online destination and mobile app providing content related to Latin music, entertainment, news and culture. For more information, visit us online at www.spanishbroadcasting.com.

Media & Press Contact: Vladimir Gomez, SBS [email protected] (786) 510-8841.

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Macy’s “Shop For A Cause” Raises More Than $3 Million For The March Of Dimes

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WHITE PLAINS, New York, Sept. 13, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Macy’s “Shop For A Cause” event has shown that superheroes come in all shapes, sizes and ages. This year’s three-day shopping event, held August 26-28, raised more than $3 million to benefit March of Dimes programs to give more babies a fighting chance.

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“Once again, we are humbled by Macy’s associates and their customers’ super heroic fundraising efforts,” said Dr. Jennifer L. Howse, president of the March of Dimes. “Thanks to this incredible support, Macy’s is making a real difference in the lives of moms and babies across the country. This year’s amazing success will allow us to help improve the health of even more babies in local communities.”

The March of Dimes was the exclusive national beneficiary of the in-store and online savings pass for this year’s “Shop For A Cause”. When giving $5, customers were supporting life-saving breakthroughs for babies, while receiving a savings pass to enjoy special discounts at Macy’s.

Now in its 11th year, “Shop For A Cause” has grown from a one-day to a three-day shopping event created to support local and national charities’ fundraising efforts. Since the start of Macy’s partnership with the March of Dimes, the retailer has raised more than $25 million for the cause, including $18 million from Shop For A Cause.

“Thanks to the generosity of our associates and customers, Macy’s Shop For A Cause program has supported the fundraising efforts of thousands of national and local charities again this year,” said Holly Thomas, Macy’s group vice president of cause marketing. “We are delighted to continue connecting with our communities and giving back to causes that are truly making a difference.”

For more information about the program, visit macys.com/shopforacause.

About Macy’s
Macy’s, the largest retail brand of Macy’s, Inc., delivers fashion and affordable luxury to customers at 734 locations in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam, as well as to customers in the U.S. and more than 100 international destinations through its leading online store at macys.com. Via its stores, e-commerce site, mobile and social platforms, Macy’s offers distinctive assortments including the most desired family of exclusive and fashion brands for him, her and home. Macy’s is known for such epic events as Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks® and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®, as well as spectacular fashion shows, culinary events, flower shows and celebrity appearances. Macy’s flagship stores including Herald Square in New York City, Union Square in San Francisco, State Street in Chicago, Dadeland in Miami and South Coast Plaza in southern California are known internationally and leading destinations for visitors. Building on a more than 150-year tradition, and with the collective support of customers and employees, Macy’s helps strengthen communities by supporting local and national charities giving more than $69 million each year to help make a difference in the lives of our customers.

For Macy’s media materials, images and contacts, please visit our online pressroom at macys.com/pressroom.

About March of Dimes
The March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for pregnancy and baby health. For more than 75 years, moms and babies have benefited from March of Dimes research, education, vaccines, and breakthroughs.

For the latest resources and health information, visit our websites marchofdimes.org and nacersano.org. To participate in our annual signature fundraising event, visit marchforbabies.org. If you have been affected by prematurity or birth defects, visit our shareyourstory.org community to find comfort and support. For detailed national, state and local perinatal statistics, visit persistats.org. You can also find us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter.

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Sofia Vergara And Avon Celebrate Launch Of So Very Sofia Fragrance

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NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Award-winning actress Sofia Vergara and Avon celebrated the launch of So Very Sofia by Sofia Vergara, a vivacious new fragrance, in Los Angeles this past weekend. The fragrance, which just launched exclusively through Avon, captures Sofia’s passion and confidence. The actress designed the scent to speak to today’s strong, powerful, beautiful woman. So Very Sofia is a floral chypre fragrance and this warm and fruity scent encourages women to never be afraid to be their true selves.

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“I am so thrilled to launch this fragrance exclusively through Avon. The Avon Representatives are so inspiring—they are independent, they are confident and they are empowered. They are exactly the type of women I had in mind when creating this scent,” shared Sofia.

So Very Sofia was inspired by a bold woman: one who is her own muse and who encourages others to live life with passion. Both feminine and powerful, she’s not afraid to flaunt her beauty, and is always true to herself.

“Sofia is a strong, beautiful woman—and we are so excited to launch her fragrance, So Very Sofia, exclusively through Avon. She truly embodies the Avon mission of empowering women and she inspires all of us with her drive and creativity,” says Meg Lerner, Vice President, North America Beauty and Fashion & Home for Avon.

About the Fragrance 
Bold and feminine, the fragrance combines succulent fruits with tropical florals and fragrant herbs for an addictive scent.

  • The fragrance opens with juicy notes of ripe passion fruits for an aromatic statement
  • The scent evolves to reveal a heart of delicate Flor de Mayo Orchid, the national flower of Colombia, Sofia’s native country
  • Base notes of herbal patchouli envelop the wearer for a memorable finish

Price$36

Where to buy: Avon fragrances are available exclusively through Avon Representatives. To locate an Avon Representative call 1-800-FOR-AVON or visit www.avon.com.

About New Avon LLC 
New Avon LLC is the leading social selling beauty company in North America. The company generated over $1 billion in revenues during 2015, and has nearly 400,000 independent sales Representatives in the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada. New Avon’s product portfolio includes award-winning skincare, color cosmetics, fragrance and personal care products, featuring iconic brands such as Anew, Avon Color, Mark, and Skin So Soft, as well as fashion and accessories. Avon has a 130 year history of empowering women through economic opportunity, and the company also proudly supports the Avon Foundation for Women in its efforts to end breast cancer and domestic violence. Learn more about New Avon and its products at www.avon.com.

About Sofia Vergara 
As an award nominated actress, comedian, producer, television host and model, Sofia Vergara has done it all. Best known for her role as Gloria Delgado-Pritchett on the show Modern Family, Vergara got her start co-hosting multiple shows on Spanish-language television network Univision. In the early 2000s, she made the jump to English-language acting, starring in films like Meet the Browns and earning an ALMA award for her role in Madea Goes to Jail. Since then, she’s gone on to become one of the most successful women in U.S. television, earning a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2015. Whether she’s starring in a Broadway show or lending her voice to a beloved animated character, Sofia always lives with passion and loves without boundaries.

Are You Dense Inc. Launches Hispanic/Latina Breast Health Program

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WOODBURY, Connecticut, Sept. 12, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Are You Dense, Inc., global nonprofit breast health organization, in collaboration with Madre Latina Inc., announces educational breast health resources in Spanish named E.M.P.O.W.E.R.E.D. – Early Matters: Providing Opportunities With Educational Resources for Early Detection. Along with educational literature (http://bit.ly/2c3WJ0Z), a video, with English Captions, urging women to be smart about breast cancer screening options, including knowledge of their breast density for optimum breast health, is featured. A survivor’s poignant story, a call to breast health action from a Latina leader and a physician, frame the compelling short video.

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Yoellie Iglesias, director of Madre Latina Inc., reports, “The video is empowering, giving women the ability to be ambassadors of our breast health.” Obstetrician/gynecologist Claudia Grogean, M.D., concurs, “This video is a welcomed educational resource for my Hispanic and Latina patients and women across the globe.”

Nancy M. Cappello, Ph.D., founder and director of nonprofits, Are You Dense, Inc. (http://www.AreYouDense.org) and Are You Dense Advocacy, Inc., (http://www.AreYouDenseAdvocacy.org) also a video contributor, explains that dense breast tissue hides cancerous tumors on mammogram, making cancer difficult to detect until much further along. “Our mission is clear, first, ensuring that no woman suffers the tragedy of a preventable late-stage diagnosis and second, eliminating barriers to adjunct screening, such as ultrasound and MRI. We are especially grateful to the Connecticut Community Foundation for funding this targeted outreach effort.”

American Cancer Society reports (http://bit.ly/2c3UpHu) breast cancer as the leading cause of cancer deaths in Hispanic/Latina women as they are more likely to be diagnosed with advanced disease compared to white non-Hispanic population. A preliminary study by Beth A. Jones, Ph.D., MPH director, Smilow Screening & Prevention Program, assistant director Diversity/Health Equity, Yale Cancer Center and a collaborator on the EMPOWERED project, furthered these findings in Connecticut by examining mammography screening and understanding of dense breast tissue in this population. “I am gratified that our research motivated the launching of the EMPOWERED program for this population,” adds Jones.

Dr. Cappello and the Board of Directors of Are You Dense, Inc. are active participants in improving breast health in their community, supporting local breast centers/hospitals with funds for adjunct screening for underserved women. Motivated by Cappello’s late-stage cancer diagnosis, invisible by mammogram, Connecticut became the first state in the nation to enact density reporting legislation; twenty-eight states have since passed laws as well.

 

Tidal Joins Legendary Rock Band, Mana, For The Premiere Of The Short Documentary, On The Road To The Latino Power Tour, Exclusively Starting Today On Tidal.com

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Tidal Joins Legendary Rock Band, Mana, For The Premiere Of The Short Documentary, On The Road To The Latino Power Tour, Exclusively Starting Today On Tidal.com

NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The highest grossing, chart-topping, Latin Grammy® and Grammy® award winning,  most important Latin band in the world, Maná, partners with leading digital platform Tidal for the launch of their short documentary: “Maná: On the Road to the Latino Power Tour”. A candid look of life on the road, interlaced with interviews with each band member speaking about their career from their early beginnings leading up to the Latino Power Tour. Directed by Argentinian directors, Los Hermanos Dawidson, the short documentary was shot during the “Cama Incendiada”  tour stops in Argentina and Perú, capturing Maná as you have never seen them before. The short doc can be seen in its entirety starting on Tuesday, September 6 at 7 AM (ET) exclusively on tidal.com/mana.

Tidal Joins Legendary Rock Band, Mana, For The Premiere Of The Short Documentary, On The Road To The Latino Power Tour, Exclusively Starting Today On Tidal.com

“Maná: On the Road to the Latino Power Tour” culminates with a very powerful message from the band to all Latinos on the strength of their voice and how they have the power to be the catalyst for change by speaking up and voting.

About the short doc Fher explained: “We wanted to show our fans what they never get to see about life on tour, share some of our stories and celebrate the influence Latinos have in the US prior to the start of the Latino Power Tour in this country.”

Tidal is proud to partner with Maná on the release of this short documentary and to be able to spread the message of empowerment to Latinos Worldwide. Tidal is committed to bringing their users closer to their favorite artists through exclusive content and unique experiences.

Maná kicks off the Latino Power Tour on September 9 in San Diego California, for the full list of tour dates log on to: http://www.mana.com.mx/tour

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About MANA: Maná is a multi-platinum selling and Grammy Award®-winning Mexican rock band. The band has sold over 40 million albums worldwide and has been recognized with four GRAMMY Awards and eight LATIN GRAMMY Awards.  In the United States, Maná holds and impressive nine #1 albums and ten #1 singles -more than any other band in the history of Billboard’s “Hot Latin Songs”. This September, Maná will be begin their new tour “Latino Power,” which is meant to empower the Latino community to take action, be civically active, and show their strength.

About TIDAL: It is a global entertainment platform created by artists for their fans around the world. TIDAL members can enjoy exclusive content that directly connects the artist with their fans in different ways. The service offers high-definition sound, same quality CD, HD video, and the opportunity to discover new talents through TIDAL Discovery and unique experiences through X. TIDAL TIDAL is available in more than 52 countries, with catalog of over 42.5 million songs and 140,000 high quality videos. For more information visit: www.tidal.com

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Louis Vuitton Perfumes

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MEXICO CITY, Sept. 10, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Louis Vuitton House is getting ready to explore a new territory: that of perfumes. Though unprecedented and firmly anchored in the house’s history, this olfactory path is not unexplored territory, but just the opposite, as evidenced by the well-known love that the trunk maker had for beauty item pouches, travel bottles and fragrancies marked Luis Vuitton that were created throughout the Twentieth Century.

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The Louis Vuitton House unveils its creative workshop in the heart of Grasse, in the Provence region of France; the unique history of the House’s perfumer, Jacques Cavallier Belletrud; and the palette of exclusive raw materials assembled by him since his arrival. It is an invitation to travel, prologue to an imminent departure.

As visionaries, the trunk maker Louis Vuitton and his descendants have always placed innovation at the heart of creation. Luxury must not limit itself to offering what is rare and valuable: it must look toward the future. Jacques Cavallier Belletrud was not satisfied with simply creating an extraordinary variety of raw materials, but made improvements in them for more than four years. With the help of leading-edge technology, he has created his own vision of a dream palette. Just the beginning.

Visiting the various Louis Vuitton workshops inspired Jacques Cavallier Belletrud to invent an infusion made to order. Fascinated by the subtleness of the House’s natural leather smell, Jacques Cavallier Belletrud requested an extract of this leather from the perfume workshop. Soft and sensual, it is like discovering leather for the first time.

Cavallier Belletrud has had an interest in extraction with supercritical CO2 for some time. The process, which is already used to extract ingredients such as vanilla, does not require heat. When bathed in cold gas, the plants unleash all their subtleness. Jacques Cavallier Belletrud decided to test this technique on fresh flowers. The result exceeded the perfumer’s expectations.

The scent is so pure, so elusive, that it makes you feel like you are standing in the middle of a field of flowers in Grasse. The may rose and jasmine extract made with supercritical CO2 is not only a world-wide novelty but also an exclusive of the Louis Vuitton House.

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MoneyGram Foundation Joins First Book to Boost Literacy in LA

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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 9, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — MoneyGram (NASDAQ:MGI), a leading global money transfer and payment services company, celebrated a literacy event in Los Angeles as part of a collaboration between the MoneyGram Foundation and U.S.-based nonprofit organization First Book.

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The event, timed to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Día de los Libros (Children’s Book Day), included a donation of $2,000 to the Exposition Park Branch of the Los Angeles Public Library for the purchase of books.  The celebration, which marks the second of a four-event series held across the U.S. in Dallas, Los Angeles, Miami and New York City, was part of a larger program that includes the donation of $20,000 in grants for books to schools across the U.S. with First Book.

“We’re very excited to work with First Book to not only bring resources to communities in need, but to also generate excitement around Día de los Libros and help instill a passion for literacy,” said Pamela H. Patsley, MoneyGram’s executive chairman. “Through this donation, and through others across the U.S. this summer, we are truly celebrating and supporting the crucial role literature can play in a child’s life with First Book. It is an ideal program for our mission of inspiring minds and improving lives.”

The event was held at Martin Luther King Jr. Park, and included members of the community, students from local schools, and representatives from the MoneyGram Foundation, First Book, and Exposition Park Branch. Refreshments and other donations were provided by Kinecta Alrenative Financial Solutions (NIX).To further increase excitement among attendees and establish a connection between reading, sports and success in life, famed soccer player Braulio Luna attended and signed autographs.  

“First Book is committed to providing vital learning resources to children, and we’re excited to supply educational, culturally relevant reading materials to inspire children and families living in the Los Angeles area,” said Kyle Zimmer, president and CEO of First Book. “Through supporters like the MoneyGram Foundation, thousands of communities across North America have received more than 145 million free and low-cost books through First Book, and we’re thrilled to reach more children. Every book donation helps.”

The MoneyGram Foundation and First Book plan to hold similar events in Miami and New York City in the coming weeks. It is the MoneyGram Foundation’s intention to bring the program not only to these additional cities – but also to countries all over the world. With a platform of inspiring young minds, the MoneyGram Foundation believes that education leads to a better livelihood and increased prosperity in the long term – not just for the individual child, but also for entire families and their communities.

About MoneyGram Foundation
MoneyGram established the MoneyGram Foundation in 2012 to help children around the world gain access to educational facilities and learning resources. Its mission is firmly rooted in the belief that education is at the heart of better economic opportunities, healthier families and individual freedom and empowerment. The MoneyGram Foundation is focused on inspiring minds and improving lives and grants funds to deserving organizations with this mission in mind. To learn more, please visit moneygramfoundation.org or connect with us on Facebook.

About MoneyGram International, Inc.

MoneyGram is a global provider of innovative money transfer and payment services and is recognized worldwide as a financial connection to friends and family. Whether online, or through a mobile device, at a kiosk or in a local store, we connect consumers any way that is convenient for them. We also provide bill payment services, issue money orders and process official checks in select markets. More information about MoneyGram is available at moneygram.com.

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About First Book

First Book is a nonprofit social enterprise that has distributed more than 140 million books and educational resources to programs and schools serving children from low-income families throughout the United States and Canada. By making new, high-quality books and educational resources available on an ongoing basis to its network of educators and program leaders, First Book is transforming the lives of children in need and elevating the quality of education. For more information, please visit firstbook.org or follow the latest news on Facebook or Twitter.

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