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Many of the soldiers serving overseas this holiday will be saying thank you to the employees of the Center of Domestic Preparedness (CDP). Inspired by a local news broadcast that reported a shortage of personal items for troops overseas, a small team of employees of Beacon Associates, a contractor at CDP, started a collection of items to donate. The drive started back in August, and by October, the team had gathered more than 3,000 items, donated by both CDP employees and outside volunteers. This is just one of the many charitable acts that Beacon’s employees have supported throughout the year and demonstrates the true generosity and concern for others that exists within the CDP team in Anniston, AL.

“We truly have an amazing group of people working down in Anniston. We [Beacon] are just happy to be able to support a cause that our employees, and Beacon as a company, care so strongly about,” says Ann Marie Bryant, Chief Operating Officer at Beacon.

“There were many (after) hours of shopping, sorting, counting, packing, and re-packing involved in this project, but it was worth every minute of our time” explains Jessica Joiner, one of the employees who supported this drive. “It was the least we could do for our troops, especially considering everything they do for us daily.” CDP employees contacted local organizations for donations, researched shipping costs, assembled and sorted goods, purchased items with donated money and identified which units stationed in Afghanistan needed assistance most. A total of 33 boxes weighing approximately 400 pounds were sent overseas by mid-November to ensure they would arrive to troops in time for the holidays. Items collected consisted of snacks, comfort items, and toiletries, including 1,000 tubes of toothpaste, 300 toothbrushes, and mouthwash provided by a local dentist.

Beacon’s CDP Project Manager, Ken Saunders, comments “I have worked at the CDP since it opened its doors in 1998, worked for four different contractors, and have never seen the camaraderie and desire to help others the way this team does.” Since December 2009, Beacon′s CDP employees have provided a “Christmas” for three families; raised money for breast cancer awareness; and collected supplies for soldiers serving in the Middle East.

“It was the least we could do considering all our troops have done and will continue to do for us,” said April Martin, a Beacon Team member who played a large part in this effort.

Melissa Remington, a Beacon Team employee, stated “I just want our soldiers to know that they do have someone that doesn’t even know them who appreciates and supports them. I’m lucky enough to work with an amazing team like the Beacon Team and to have coworkers to care about these things as much as I do.”

Center for Domestic Preparedness (CDP), a sub-agency under the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency, is a national training facility dedicated to preparing state and local emergency response personnel to respond to all hazards. Beacon has over 40 personnel providing training support services for McClellan’s Center for Domestic Preparedness (CDP) in Anniston, Alabama. Training support includes course scheduling, admissions recruitment and registration, travel logistics, historical documentation and more.

Beacon is a woman-owned, small business and consulting firm that offers organizational effectiveness and operational solutions to the federal government. They are a certified 8(a) company, and some of their major customers include federal agencies, such as the Department of Health and Human Services and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Beacon is committed to providing outstanding service, value, and integrity to all our customers. We are also dedicated to giving back to the communities in which we work by contributing to non-profits and participating in civic organizations.

Contact:
Kristen Vanderbush, Beacon Associates, Inc.
703-371-3452
kvanderbush@beaconassociates.net

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Boot Camps With A Purpose Benefiting ALL 4 Paws Rescue

Saturday January 8th, 10AM
Elite Personal Training Studios Inc
571 W. Uwchlan Ave, Exton PA

Join us for a group work out for all fitness levels! The perfect way to start off the new year, you get an awesome workout and get to help save some lives!! Every week at Elite Personal Training, outside the studio in nice weather, inside if too cold, we have a great work out for ALL fitness levels. 100% proceeds go to All 4 Paws Rescue!! Bring a check for $10 (or more) made out to All 4 Paws rescue, we will also be collecting supplies. Pet food, toys, collars, leashes, litter…ect. Tell everyone you can, bring friends and come for every Saturday for 8 weeks. If you can’t get there you can still make donations to All 4 Paws Rescue. Thank you and hope to see a big turn out.

About All 4 Paws
All 4 Paws Rescue, Inc. is a non-profit, no-kill animal rescue based in Chester Springs, PA that offers rescue and sanctuary to animals in need.   All 4 Paws Rescue, Inc. is made up of volunteers and foster homes that care for and socialize our animals.  Most of our animals have been rescued from “death row” from high-kill shelters and auctions and given a second chance at life.  Our goal is to offer each and every one of these animals a safe, permanent and loving home. Please help us to give each of these animals the life they deserve.

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Press Release:  US Markerboard Partners with Judith’s Reading Room

US Markerboard Partners with Judith’s Reading Room

Holbrook, Massachusetts– US Markerboard is honored to announce its involvement with the nonprofit organization, Judith’s Reading Room.  Judith’s Reading Room provides fully stocked, custom designed mobile book carts to people who are not mobile.  These carts are purchased from US Markerboard.  Those that receive books and carts from Judith’s Reading Room include individuals in hospitals, institutions, wounded soldiers recovering in military hospitals, and active duty soldiers serving overseas.  

“We are incredibly privileged to be working with an organization like Judith’s Reading Room,” said Scott Newman, President and CEO of US Markerboard.  “They do incredible work and if our mobile book carts can help them do what they need to do and reach the people they need to reach, then we are thrilled to help out in any way we can.  Giving back to the community is something that is very important to me and I try and incorporate that same sense of giving at US Markerboard as well.  We want to be the best corporate citizen we can and give as much back as possible.”

About US Markerboard
US Markerboard is the online leader in the whiteboard and communication board industry.  We have been named to the Inc. 5000 List of Fastest Growing Private Companies in America for the last four years in a row.   In 1997 US Markerboard revolutionized the way people purchased whiteboards, chalkboards, and bulletin boards. Up until that point, customers had no other choice but to use a local company for these products. They were limited to the quality and design that the local companies were willing to offer.  As a company that was serving the needs of local schools, institutions, hospitals and corporations, we saw an opportunity in the visual communication industry and capitalized on that need.  US Markerboard is rapidly expanding its client base not only in the continental United States but world-wide as well.  US Markerboard has enjoyed significant growth the last five years while providing its customers with quality products and outstanding customer service.

About Judith’s Reading Room

Judith’s Reading Room is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization based in Pennsylvania.  This organization provides fully stocked, custom designed mobile book carts to people who are not mobile.  For example, individuals in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, institutions, and those serving overseas have all been recipients of Judith’s Reading Room’s hard work and generosity.   The organization was established in the memory of Judith Fingeret Krug.  Judith was the long-time director of the American Library Association’s (ALA) Office for Intellectual Freedom and Executive Director for the Freedom to Read Foundation.  The purpose of Judith’s Reading Room is to promote and provide “Freedom Through Literature”.  This concept is based on the idea that books inspire the imagination and can “transport” the reader out of their hospital bed, wheelchair, and immediate surroundings.

For additional information on US Markerboard or Judith’s Reading Room contact Marielle Murray or visit http://www.usmarkerboard.com/ .  You can also visit our Press Room for the latest news and information regarding US Markerboard at http://www.usmarkerboard.com/Press-Room/.

Contact:

Marielle Murray,  Marketing
US Markerboard
781-961-8762 ext. 241
marielle@briteinc.com

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(Orlando, FL) January 6, 2011 – It’s that time again – get out your tube socks, gather up your friends and bring your ‘A’ game to the Second Annual Community Kickball Challenge Charity Tournament with 100 percent of the proceeds being donated to the Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute.

On January 29, 2011 Avalon Park will be transformed into the kickball capital of East
Orlando as 32 teams from around the community come together to play in an elimination-style charity kickball tournament to benefit the Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute.

All registration fees will be donated in their entirety to Sanford-Burnham. The institute is one of the anchors of the emerging life-sciences cluster dubbed “Medical City” located in Lake Nona. Collectively, the region is projected to have an economic impact in the neighborhood of $6.4 billion and generate nearly 26,000 jobs in the next 10 years, according to a recent study.

“I’m so excited to take part in this charity kickball tournament for the second year in a row,” says Jennifer Thompson, president of Insight Marketing Group and co-creator of the Community Kickball Challenge. “After having so much fun last year, I hope we can end up donating even more funds this year to support cancer and diabetes research as part of Team Burnham.”

Kick ball teams may consist of up to 10 players with the stipulation that at least 20 percent of the team be female. Interested teams may register now through January 27 for $400; however, registration will close once 32 team slots are filled.

For those interested in participating, visit www.CommunityKickball.com and click on the banner on top of the page.

Sponsorship opportunities are also available. For more details and complete information, contact David Mullins at 321.228.9686.

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3 Colours Rule, the style consultancy with a life coaching approach presents: The Style me Happy Fashion Show! The show is aimed at giving something back to women who have faced a difficult time in their lives but have overcome it and are stronger and leading a more positive life. As well as making the selected women feeling gorgeous inside and out, the show also aims to raise funds for NSPCC.

The date for this fabulous fashion show with a difference is Saturday 29th January 2011, be there or be square! The show will be taking place in a gallery in Redchurch Street, London. 3 Colours Rule welcomes Carly Wilford from Gonzomedia as the guest host for the show.

So what can guests expect from the show? Guests will experience a catwalk show by professional models and the inspirational women, live performances from British talent including a set from Jon Paul Palombo & Ashleigh Ashley; raffle prizes from amazing brands such as Vivienne Westwood, La Senza, Valentino and Swarovski; a fun dating auction for the ladies; and a drinks & canapés reception. Guests will also be provided with goodie bags containing products donated by dermHA (skincare), Mbeke Couture (designer), Divascribe (magazine) and Sweets Marie’s (cupcake). We also count among our sponsors, the Indulgent cake who will make us a catwalk cake; Anna Burachvskay who will present a new collection; Stunnz the rising online store. List of renowned photographers for the show are Matthew Pearl, Linda Scuizzato and many more. Lastly guests will be invited to an afterparty at a secret location.

Anyone wanting to take part in the show, whether it’s to volunteer their services or products, enjoy a night out with friends or simply to support the charity can contact the team via the Style me Happy Fashion Show webpage http://stylemehappyevent.blogspot.com/. To donate on the Just Giving go to http://www.justgiving.com/stylemehappy

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Eurocar, Orange County’s destination for luxury automotive shopping, opened its doors Friday December 17th, 2010 to host its Fourth Annual Holiday GALA benefiting Childhelp and The Joyful Foundation. Despite heavy rains, over 400 guests attended the black tie affair, generously donating hundreds of new unwrapped toys for the children at Childhelp’s Costa Mesa group homes, while the luxurious silent auction pulled in close to $10,000 for The Joyful Foundation. High-fashion handbag designer, Andre Soriano, displayed his latest collection and generously donated 30% of the evening’s purchases back to charity. Guests enjoyed delicious catered food and festive hosted cocktails, while Dance Asylum’s team of international ballroom dance professionals dazzled the audience with four stunning performances including a Rumba, Cha Cha, Paso Doble and Jive. “We are truly grateful for the support of the Orange County community. The overwhelming generosity of our devoted clientele is inspiring and is a motivating factor behind this heartfelt annual community event.”-Tilo Steurer, Owner, Eurocar. For additional information on Eurocar’s Fourth Annual Holiday GALA, please contact Paula Steurer at Sterling Public Relations.

About Childhelp: Childhelp exists to meet the physical, emotional, educational, and spiritual needs of abused, neglected and at-risk children. We focus our efforts on advocacy, prevention, treatment, and community outreach. Childhelp believes that every child has a unique contribution to make to the world. They do everything in their power to help each child heal and develop self-esteem to reach their God-given potential. Chidlhelp believes unconditional love is the foundation upon which all healing begins. The entrance of each Childhelp facility features the words “All Who Enter Here Will Find Love.” For additional information on Childhelp, please visit www.childhelp.org.

About The Joyful Foundation: Founded in 2005 by Sandy Berg-Whiley, The Joyful Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charity based in Tustin, California. The 100% volunteer based  foundation offers comfort to individuals in their time of illness or hardship by providing hand-made blankets created by Joyful volunteers to various hospitals, cancer centers and individuals receiving long-term medical treatments such as chemotherapy or renal dialysis, as well as victims of spousal abuse and their children. 100% of every dollar donated goes directly to fund blanket supplies, with foundation chapters now operating all over California, Utah, Texas and North Carolina. Each chapter hosts multiple “Cut & Sew Days” each month where volunteers gather together to make blankets that are specially processed to comply with strict hospital regulations and are then taken to a donation center in their area. The infectious message of joy cultivated at the foundation by the volunteers, advisory board, and board of directors, has resulted in tremendous growth for the foundation on an annual basis, with over 11,000 blankets donated in 2009 alone. Corporate partners include Centaurs Financial, Squar Milner, The Lost Bean, Employees Community Fund of Boeing California, Golden State Foods, The Anaheim Ducks and Ancon. For more information on how you can contribute to The Joyful Foundation and its cause, please visit www.joyfulfoundation.org

About Eurocar: Eurocar, located in Costa Mesa, CA, is owned and operated by Tilo Steurer, a master mechanic from Germany with over 25 years of experience with high-line vehicles.  As the West Coast’s largest independent pre-owned luxury and exotic automotive dealership, Eurocar caters to a diverse clientele both nationally and internationally, shipping vehicles all over the world including: Canada, Europe, Spain, Dubai, and China. Eurocar continues to distinguish itself in the auto industry by offering superior customer service coupled with the most coveted inventory in the marketplace. Dealing exclusively with exotic and luxury brands including Rolls-Royce, Bentley, Mercedes-Benz, Maserati, Aston Martin, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, BMW, Audi, Hummer and Range Rover, there is virtually no vehicle Eurocar is unable to deliver. The service provided by each member of the Eurocar team is second to none, making www.eurocaroc.com the destination for pre-owned luxury and exotic vehicle shopping worldwide. Eurocar continues to extend its reach into the community by developing relationships with charitable foundations that meet standards of excellence. Annually, Eurocar holds two major charity gala’s which raise funds for non-profit foundations including Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), Childhelp, the Joyful Foundation, the National Kidney Foundation (NKF), and Mercy House. Eurocar’s new US Showroom is located at 2920 Red Hill Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.

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Ann Arbor, MI – Molly Maid raised a record $167,836 to support the Ms. Molly Foundation in 2010 by offering innovative ways for franchisees to participate and support the annual effort during October.  Donations from customers were also up 20 percent over 2009 and these funds will provide much-needed support to over 110 domestic violence shelters and safe houses, helping victims of the nation’s most under-reported crime.
The overall 2010 Ms. Molly Foundation fundraising effort represents a 14 percent increase over last year’s sum.  The Ms. Molly Foundation has raised more than $978,000 since 1996, and the company is committed to continuing to grow levels of local support and awareness. Molly Maid franchise owners chose to support the system-wide cause after witnessing the prevalence of domestic violence among their own employees. The drive happens each October, which is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month

“We are thrilled with the support of the Ms. Molly Foundation in 2010, especially in the midst of an economic downturn. This unprecedented support strengthens our dedication to the cause and the collective decision to support domestic violence victims,” said Molly Maid President Kristi Mailloux. “Communities nationwide will benefit from the generosity and selflessness of contributors to this year’s drive.”

Franchise owners continue to recognize the importance of supporting the Ms. Molly Foundation, as the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence reports one in four women will be affected by domestic violence in her lifetime. Support of this cause helps millions of women take back control of their lives and their families’ well-being. In addition to raising funds for shelters and victims, one of Molly Maid’s top priorities for their 400+ U.S. businesses is to educate consumers on domestic violence through their website, in-home materials, and through social media on blog.mollymaid.com and Facebook.

Each year, Molly Maid franchise owners participate in the month-long “Ms. Molly Making a Difference” drive. Franchise owners went above and beyond to raise awareness in 2010 by hosting individual events in their markets including wine tastings, silent and live auctions, rodeos and car washes to name a few.

“Our franchise owners inspire us by giving back to the communities they serve,” Mailloux said. “The Ms. Molly Foundation has become a way for all Molly Maid owners to come together in support of a cause that affects millions of families each year.”

For more information on how to participate or to contribute to the foundation, visit www.mollymaid.com/foundation or contact Molly Maid at 1-800-MOLLYMAID.

About Molly Maid
Molly Maid (www.mollymaid.com) based in Ann Arbor, MI, is one of four service companies under Service Brands International. The residential cleaning franchise, ranked No. 1 in the United Sates, was founded in 1984. Currently, more than 400 Molly Maid franchise businesses operate in the United States alone, with nearly 300 more throughout Canada, Japan, England, and Portugal.  Molly Maid has been the recipient of numerous awards for entrepreneurialism, software innovation and humanitarian causes, including the Ms. Molly Foundation, which collects money and goods for safe houses and shelter for victims of domestic violence.  The Molly Maid concept is recognized as one of America’s most trusted names in home service.  Entrepreneur magazine ranked Molly Maid in its top 100 franchises for the past 10 years, and Good Housekeeping rated the franchise as the “Best Value” among cleaning services.

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Renton fitness expert and owner of Results Boot Camp, Luka Hocevar, is proud to announce that beginning this Saturday, January 8th and for the remaining Saturdays this month, they will be hosting charity boot camps to raise funds for Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Western Washington.      

“We believe in Candlelighters mission to provide direct support to families of children with cancer, which is the #1 disease killer of children in our country”, Hocevar says.  “They are one of the few organizations that offer life sustaining programs to families as they face diagnosis, treatment and the long term battle against cancer.”

Since 1977, Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Western Washington has been using all proceeds raised to provide programs and educational materials, emergency funds, care bags and family fun events to those families in the Puget Sound region.

The charity boot camps will be held at 9 a.m. starting this Saturday at Hocevar Performance Gym, located at 101 Burnett Avenue South in Renton.  For those that are unable to attend any of the boot camps but would still like to donate, please visit http://www.candlelighterswa.org/.  The workout is open to everyone in the community and is suitable for all fitness levels.        

Luka Hocevar, CSCS, CFT, is a local Renton fitness boot camp instructor and personal trainer.  To book Luka to speak at your local Renton club, business, or organization, please contact Luka by email at luka@hocevarperformance.com or by phone at (206) 372-9303.  For a free one-week trial to his Renton Results Boot Camp to experience the best personal training in Renton and South King County please visit www.RentonResultsBootcamp.com for more information.

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Stemming from its continuous involvement in the community welfare and fondness of children, Le Méridien Amman, a member of Starwood Hotels and Resorts, ended the year 2010 and began the new one 2011 by remembering and visiting two orphanages, in Amman.

The first visit on December 22nd, 2010 was to Reayat Al Yateem orphanage, and the second visit on January 6th, 2011 was to Mar Mansour orphanage, where Santa presented all 59 boys and girls aged between 3 and 12 with cookies, cakes, candy, fruit, gifts and donations.  Associates from all departments in Le Meridien Amman, under the direction of General Manager; Giuseppe Ressa, accompanied Santa to shed a ray of joy in the homes during the festive season.

Ressa commented on this initiative by saying: “As discovery is one of the core values of Le Meridien Hotels, the goal behind our visit to the orphanages was to offer both children and associates a new perspective on matters, in a sense where the children realize the love and care of the community, and associates realize the importance of their role in giving and offering such active love and involvement.”

The children of the orphanages demonstrated their happiness and excitement, and the managers of both charitable organizations expressed their appreciation of the thoughtful gesture.

About Le Méridien
Le Méridien, the French-born hotel brand currently represented by 105 properties in 50 countries, was acquired by Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) in November 2005. Since then, Le Méridien has undergone a brand transformation, which included a consolidation of its hotels and resorts, appointing a full-time Cultural Curator (French arts-provocateur Jérôme Sans) and re-inventing numerous consumer touch points, by bringing unique, curated and interactive experiences to its guests.  With nearly 70 of its hotels located in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Le Méridien provides a strong international complement to Starwood’s primarily North American holdings and consumer base. Plans call for dynamic expansion of Le Méridien hotels and resorts within the next five years, concentrating in the U.S., Latin America, and Asia-Pacific, including destinations such as India, Thailand and China.  Le Méridien recently opened new hotels in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Chiang Rai in Thailand, Shimei Bay in China, and Dallas, Texas in the United States. Le Méridien will open hotels in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Panama City, Panama, and Xiamen, Chongqing Nan’an, and Qingdao in China. The company recently signed new hotel deals in Taipei, Taiwan. For more information, please visit www.lemeridien.com.  

About Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.:
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with 960 properties in 97 countries and 145,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood Hotels is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels, resorts and residences with the following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Four Points® by Sheraton, and the recently launched Aloft®, and Element SM.  Starwood Hotels also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc, one of the premier developers and operators of high quality vacation interval ownership resorts. For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com.

For more information, please contact the PR department:
Sewar Sawalha
Telephone:   00962 6 5696511 X 1514
Email:      sewar.sawalha@lemeridien.com

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Media Release                                                                                   04th January 2011
                                       
S.H.A.R.E.’s Fast & Fundraising Campaign is testament to the generosity of Cork people.

The 40th year of the annual S.H.A.R.E (Students Harness Aid for the Relief of the Elderly) Christmas Campaign was again a great success, thanks to the open-heartedness of Cork people and all those who contributed, in the lead up to Christmas.  

“S.H.A.R.E. really is synonymous with Cork at Christmas time and this year was no different,” said Robbie Kidney, Chairman of the S.H.A.R.E. Student Executive 2010. “We were delighted with the generosity and good-will of the people in the nine days we were collecting on city centre streets.”

The Christmas appeal is the only fundraising activity which is carried out by S.H.A.R.E. and the money raised goes to providing and maintaining the 200 + housing units and services such as the Brother Jerome Kelly Day Care Centre at Sheare’s Street, for Cork’s elderly.

‘We really enjoyed the whole campaign. Even though it’s a tough week for all involved in the fasting and fundraising –  to make a difference in people’s lives and the friendship’s we’ve made with both the elderly and our fellow students, has been a privilege,’ Robbie told us.

Over 1,800 fifth-year and transition-year students from 21 Cork schools participated in the campaign which was centred around the S.H.A.R.E. Crib at Daunt’s Square, Cork. 57 students make up this year’s S.H.A.R.E. Student Executive and through-out the year they visited the elderly residents in the S.H.A.R.E. housing units and the Day Care Centre to play cards, bingo cook, listen to stories or just for tea and a chat!  

As 2010 saw SHARE’s 40th anniversary, a book documenting the story of SHARE, and its achievements over 40 years, Entitled ‘SHARE – 40th Anniversary – compiled by the young people of SHARE’, was launched at the SHARE crib, Daunt’s Square by the The Rt. Hon. The Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr. Michael O’Connell during the annual fast and fundraising campaign. It is available in all good book shops.
The book, which was compiled by last year’s SHARE students, documents 40 years of outstanding work by the many secondary school pupils, their families and volunteers who helped SHARE set up the organisation it is today.  It includes stories from older people who have lived in SHARE homes and their personal life stories, comments from students involved in the fasts and fundraising campaigns over the years and excellent pictures showing how the world has changed in 40 years.
www.sharecork.org

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