Month: April 2022
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Donation to Albany rec center brings beauty and hope to kids
NEWS 10 — A local non-profit’s donation to a recreation center in Albany brought major upgrades and more opportunities for the community to find productive ways to spend their time.
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Lisa Mitzen: Changing The Way Philanthropy is Done
HER LIFE MAGAZINE — Lisa Mitzen firmly believes if you have what you need, then you give to others.
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Mohawk Hudson Humane Society Receives Historic Donation; Reveals New Name for the Organization
SARATOGA TODAY — On April 11, the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society received the single largest gift in its 135-year history, a moment that comes as the result of a donation from Business for Good and Lisa and Ed Mitzen.
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Foundation donates $1 million to Mohawk Hudson Humane Society
TIMES UNION — A local philanthropy donated $1 million to the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society on Monday, by far the largest contribution in the shelter's 135-year history.
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Black chamber of commerce to open office in Albany’s University Club
TIMES UNION — The Upstate New York Black Chamber of Commerce is putting down roots in Albany as it moves into the University Club on Washington Avenue.
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Former University Club building will be home of the new Albany Black Chamber
ALBANY BUSINESS REVIEW — The UpState New York Black Chamber of Commerce and Capital District Black Chamber of Commerce have joined together under a new name — Albany Black Chamber — and will be based in the historic building that was the longtime home of the University Club of Albany.
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