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Verizon Employees Donate $590,000 to Haiti; Corporate Donations Surpass $1 Million
Verizon employees and the Verizon Foundation are reaching out to help the more than one million Haitians who were left homeless by the January earthquake. Many displaced families had no place to go, no food, water or clothing - and were in desperate need of medical care.eSchool News Chooses NAACP Interactive Timeline as Site of the Week; Site is Linked to Educators by Thinkfinity.org and Funded by Verizon Foundation
The monthly print and digital newspaper, eSchool News, selected the NAACP Interactive Historical Timeline as its featured Site of the Week for Feb. 22-28. The site was funded by a $500,000 grant from the Verizon Foundation. Verizon Thinkfinity is linking teachers, students and parents to the timeline's many valuable resources.New Tele-Health Care Project to Provide Dental Care to Underserved Communities in California
More than four hundred foster-care students within the Twin Rivers Unified School District will be able to receive free dental care thanks to a new telemedicine project created jointly by the California Dental Association Foundation, University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry and the California HealthCare Foundation with start-up funding from Verizon.Massachusetts Nonprofits Receive Verizon Foundation Grant for Domestic Violence Prevention and Survivor Support
Thirteen nonprofit agencies tackling the difficult challenges of domestic violence across the state of Massachusetts received a $160,000 grant from the Verizon Foundation. They will use the funds for education, advocacy, support and prevention initiatives.Afterschool Alliance National Kick Off Features Thinkfinity Demonstration
Fourteen million children in the United States (26 percent), including 40,000 kindergarten children, are on their own when the school day ends.Junior Achievement of Eastern Massachusetts and Verizon Foundation Help Students Learn About Business and Economics
Junior Achievement of Eastern Massachusetts and the Verizon Foundation have joined forces to help high school students learn about business and the economy with the help of innovative, interactive software.Georgia Department of Education Partners With Verizon Thinkfinity.org
Georgia's state department of education chose Verizon Thinkfinity.org as an outstanding way "to provide valuable tools to our educators at little or no cost to the taxpayers," according to State Superintendent of Schools Kathy Cox.Go 4th and Learn Program Benefits From Verizon Foundation Participation
The Verizon Foundation continued its commitment towards education and literacy by participating in the City of Philadelphia's Welcome America! "Go 4th and Learn" program.NAACP 100 Years
This year is the 100 year anniversary of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). For the last century the NAACP has supported causes such as civil rights, economic equality and health care.Verizon Thinkfinity rolls out in Rhode Island
The Verizon Foundation awarded $50,000 in grants to help educators in Rhode Island use Verizon Thinkfinity.org to improve student achievement.Verizon Foundation Teams Up With New England Aquarium to Enhance Teen Intern Experience
The Verizon Foundation and The New England Aquarium have teamed up to ensure that student interns not only receive a paycheck but also develop the 21st century skills needed to succeed in the future.Verizon Foundation Supports FRONTLINE Project Examining Life in the Digital Age
The Verizon Foundation is providing a $1 million grant to partner with PBS FRONTLINE in exploring the answer to that question with an exciting, innovative initiative called "Digital Nation: Life on the Virtual Frontier."Verizon Gives Grant to Child Abuse Prevention Services of Long Island, NY for its "SurfSafe" Program for Children.
Verizon provided a grant to Child Abuse Prevention Services (CAPS), a non-profit organization dedicated to the prevention of child abuse and the promotion of child safety. Recognizing that education is the key to prevention, CAPS will roll out its "SurfSafe" program to 5th graders in the Fall of 2009. The Verizon grant will be used to develop "SurfSafe", an Internet safety program for 5th graders. During its annual luncheon, CAPS awarded Verizon the Corporate Citizen Award, in recognition of Verizon's dedication to philanthropy and activism on Long Island. CAPS' 2009 Community Leadership Award honoree and guest speaker was John P. Halligan, nationally renowned cyber-bully prevention activist.Celebrities Close and Weihenmayer join Verizon President Denny Strigl at Education Technology Conference
The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) hosted its annual National Educational Computing Conference (NECC) in Washington, DC June 28 - July 1. Verizon's President and Chief Operating Officer, Denny Strigl opened a celebrity filled session by first thanking ISTE for leading the way in recognizing what a profound impact technology would have on how teachers teach and how students learn.809 Employee Graduates Awarded Verizon Scholarships
Showing a continued commitment to the education of our future leaders, the Verizon Foundation has awarded has awarded 100 new scholarships and renewed 709 scholarships to its employees' sons and daughters. Verizon partners with Scholarship America each year to distribute these awards of $5000 a year and renewable to a total value of $20,000. Verizon's is among the most generous scholarship programs in corporate America, providing students with valuable resources towards achieving their degrees.National Educational Computing Conference
The Verizon Foundation will be participating in this year's National Educational Computing Conference (NECC) next week in Washington DC. This yearly convention is where educators and industry reps come together and share information on how technology is making its way into the classroom.Verizon Wireless HopeLine
Verizon Wireless HopeLine has partnered with law enforcement and government agencies across the country in a continued commitment towards domestic violence prevention and awareness. Part of this effort is the HopeLine Law Enforcement Partnership Award first given in 2005; this award honors the efforts of public safety organizations nationwide that are committed to reducing domestic violence.Verizon Foundation President Participates In National Summit on 21st Century Skills
Education leaders, policy makers and business experts gathered in Washington, D.C. for the 2009 National Education Summit on 21st Century Skills on June 11th and 12th. Verizon was one of the sponsors of the two-day summit organized by the Partnership for 21st Century Skills.Verizon Foundation Grant Supports Buffalo's Summer Literacy Program
About 12,000 students who attend 41 schools in the Buffalo, N.Y. area will be encouraged to continue reading and writing this summer thanks to Mayor Byron Brown's "Reading Rules! Summer Reading Challenge."Verizon Foundation Joins Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Program to launch new Websites
On June 11, Verizon Foundation President Patrick Gaston joined Dr. Franklin Odo, director of the Smithsonian Institution's Asian Pacific American (APA) Program, at the Smithsonian Castle in Washington, D.C. to launch two new websites and an exhibition - all supported by a grant from Verizon Foundation.Verizon Customers' Support Helps Readers Get Creative During Summer Reading
Verizon joined with Wachovia, A Wells Fargo Company, as title co-sponsor of the Free Library of Philadelphia's "Be Creative @ Your Library" Summer Reading program.Verizon Named A Top Corporate Philanthropist by Puget Sound Business Journal
The Puget Sound Business Journal recently named Verizon one of the top companies in Washington for corporate philanthropy. Verizon was one of 25 large companies included in the business journal's top 75 list. The winners were announced on May 7th at the publication's Corporate Citizenship Awards luncheon.Delaware Educators and Students Benefit From Verizon's Thinkfinity.org
Eight-thousand classroom teachers in Delaware will receive new professional development opportunities and will train to use the free educational resources on Verizon Foundation's Thinkfinity.org, as a result of a $50,000 grant to the Delaware Center for Educational Technology (DCET).Job Skills Training Program Empowers Victims of Domestic Violence
The Jenesse Center in Los Angeles will offer a Career Transitions Program for victims of domestic violence and their families, thanks to a $250,000 grant from the Verizon Foundation. The job skills training will help victims gain economic self-sufficiency and break the cycle of violence for their families.Supporting Education in Arkansas
Improving education for children and adults is one of Verizon Foundation's strongest efforts. So on May 11, the foundation presented four grants totaling $635,000 to Arkansas nonprofits, helping them to enhance educational achievement, teacher training and workforce development in the state.Sally Munroe honored by Commonwealth of Massachusetts as one of 100 Unsung Heroines
Sally Munroe, who works in Verizon Services Organization in Boston, has been leading the fight against domestic violence for almost a decade. Sally was recognized for her commitment to the eradicating domestic violence by the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women as one of 100 Unsung Heroines of Massachusetts at a State House ceremony honoring women who are quietly making a difference in the community.Virginia Congressman visits Thinkfinity Model School
T. Benton Gayle Middle School hosted Congressman Rob Wittman and Verizon Foundation Public Affairs Director of the Virginia Region, Steve Clementi. They visited five different classrooms that are continuing to use Verizon Thinkfinity resources with students.Verizon Pioneers and New Hope, Inc. Host Batterer Intervention Forum
The Verizon Pioneers in partnership with New Hope, Inc., a domestic violence and sexual assault program in Southeastern and Central MA, hosted a statewide forum on Batterer Intervention.New National Law Enforcement Museum Receives $1.5 Million from Verizon Foundation
The Verizon Foundation is funding innovative education and technology programs at the new National Law Enforcement Museum in Washington, D.C. The planned facility will be the world's most comprehensive museum on law enforcement.Verizon Foundation Supports Project for Early Childhood Education in the Philippines
Extensive research has proven that high-quality, early childhood education programs are critical, especially for children from low-income families, to prepare them to be successful in school. read more >>Verizon Foundation Showcases Thinkfinity.org at CoSN's 14th Annual Conference
Critical new trends and what they mean for the future of education. The key role we all play in enabling 21st Century learning. These are just a few of the issues discussed at the Consortium for School Networking's (CoSN) 14th Annual School Networking Conference held March 10 -12 in Austin, Texas. read more >>Verizon Ranked in Top 100 U.S. Corporate Citizens
Corporate Responsibility Officer (CRO) magazine announced on March 6 that Verizon made its 100 Best Corporate Citizens List this year as number 32. Thanks to the commitment of the Verizon Foundation, the company won its highest CRO score in the category of philanthropy, ranking ninth. read more >>Verizon Tech Savvy Awards Recognize Innovative Use of Technology in Education
The Verizon Tech Savvy Awards, presented March 2 at the National Conference on Family Literacy in Orlando, Fla., recognize outstanding educational programs that take the mystery out of technology for parents and caregivers - allowing them to support their children's academic growth in the 21st century. read more >>The Verizon Foundation is supporting WNET/Thirteen's Teaching and Learning Conference in New York.
The Verizon Foundation is providing 125 educators the opportunity to attend the conference free of charge. Teachers will learn new approaches to teaching in the 21st century. The Educators were chosen by Foundation partner, the New York Hall of Science.Year in Review
Hope and security for domestic violence victims. Literacy and education for children of all ages. Technology and Thinkfinity.org for everyone. Take a few minutes to watch this new video highlighting the Verizon Foundation's 2008 efforts to give back to our communities. see the video >>Virginia Middle School Students and Teachers Share Excitement Over Thinkfinity Lessons
Nick, a thirteen-year-old student at Gayle Middle School in Stafford County, Va., took part in a lesson offered on the Verizon Foundation's Thinkfinity.org, reading about famous surgeon Dr. Benjamin Carson on ScienceNetlinks. He now has his heart set on becoming a cardiac surgeon. read more >>Verizon teams up with the West Virginia Department of Education to keep kids safe online
The West Virginia Department of Education and Verizon teamed up to host a day long internet safety conference. With nearly 150 people in attendance, Governor Joe Manchin issued a proclamation for Cyber Safety Day throughout the state. read more >>Verizon Foundation Grant Provides Educational Enrichment to Indian Children
Continuing its commitment to invest in programs that have a direct impact on education and opportunities for children, the Verizon Foundation pledged support to a nonprofit in India working to empower 6-to-18-year-old children forced to leave home to escape abusive environments. read more >>Verizon Foundation Receives NEA Foundation's Inaugural Award for Philanthropy in Education
The NEA Foundation presented its inaugural Award for Philanthropy in Public Education to Verizon at its annual Salute to Excellence in Education awards gala held on February 6 at the National Museum Building in Washington, D.C. read more >>Verizon Foundation's Thinkfinity.org Funds Training for Texas Teachers
Verizon's Central Region President Carl Erhart presented a Verizon Foundation check for $70,500 on Wednesday, February 4, 2009 to Joan Gore, interim executive director of the Texas Computer Education Association in Austin, TX. read more >>Verizon Foundation President Gaston Supports UNESCO Global Literacy Goals
Patrick Gaston, president of the Verizon Foundation, spoke at a gathering of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in Paris, France on January 26. read more >>Verizon Foundation Grant Supports Education, Advancement for Hong Kong Children and Families
On January 20, the Verizon Foundation presented a grant of $30,000 to the Hong Kong Neighborhood Advice Action Council (NAAC). read more >>Virginia Nonprofits Received More Than $3.6 Million in 2008 from the Verizon Foundation to Support Education, Literacy and Domestic Violence Prevention Initiatives
read more >>Verizon Employees to Volunteer at Schools in Five States to Commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
Volunteer Activities Continue Tradition of Employee Giving; in 2008, Verizon Employees Volunteered More Than 607,000 Hours to Assist More Than 5,000 Nonprofits read more >>Free Lesson Plans, Teacher Resources and Student Activities on Presidential Inauguration Are Featured on Thinkfinity.org
read more >>Smithsonian Grand Reopening Festival Features Verizon Thinkfinity.org
The Verizon Foundation sponsored the inspiring events celebrating the National Museum of American History's reopening following an $85 million renovation. Thinkfinity.org lesson plans were featured read more >>National Eagle Leadership Institute Honors Verizon Foundation and Thinkfinity.org
The Verizon Foundation received the Stellar Leadership in Corporate Responsibility Award for its commitment to diversity and to the education of future leaders. read more >>Thinkfinity.org Provides Parents and Teachers with Free Holiday-Themed Educational Resources and Activities
read more >>Verizon Foundation Receives National Council on Economic Education's 2008 Visionary Award
The Verizon Foundation was honored as a 2008 Visionary Award-winner by the National Council on Economic Education (NCEE) on Thursday, October 30. read more >>SafetyNet Video Vignettes
Watch these video vignettes featuring Cindy Southworth of the National Network to End Domestic Violence to learn how technology can aid victims of domestic violence and protect yourself from online abuse. read more >>Thinkfinity.org to Partner with National Council of La Raza and National Urban League on Afterschool Program
Program Will Result in Expansion of Free Culturally Sensitive Online Resources on Thinkfinity.org for After-School and Community Programs, and Parents. read more >>Introducing Smithsonian's History Explorer
Your gateway to exciting and innovative resources about American history, designed and developed by the National Museum of American History as part of the thinkfinity.org consortium. read more >>Verizon Foundation grant helps establish the Family Justice Center Institute
Verizon Foundation grant helps to establish the Family Justice Center Institute, a technology and training arm within the National Family Justice Center Alliance. The center will use technology and best practices to streamline service and provide training for employees and volunteers read more >>Hispanic Heritage month
Hispanic Heritage Month offers a unique opportunity to celebrate the diverse history and important contributions Latinos have made to American culture. read more >>Verizon Foundation Helps Bring Presidential History Alive Through the Museum of Moving Image's "The Living Room Candidate"
read more >>Pack Your Virtual Backpack and go Back To School with Verizon's Thinkfinity.org
Just in time for Back to School, we've stocked our virtual shelves with fun and educational supplies that work in the classroom, afterschool and at home. read more >>Verizon Grant of $60,000 Will Enable Michigan Teachers to Receive Free Training for Using Thinkfinity.org's Online Resources
Thinkfinity.org Now Also Offers Additional Free Educational Resources for Parents, Students and After-School Programs. read more >>Verizon Employees to Assist with Help for Victims of Hurricane Ike
With so many Americans across a number of states affected by Hurricane Ike, Verizon is instituting the Verizon Foundation's Disaster Relief Incentive Program (DRIP) read more >>Verizon Employees Throughout the Country Collect More Than $300,000 Worth of Back-to-School Supplies to Assist Hundreds of Schools
Items Collected by Employees at Companywide Tools for School Campaign. read more >>Verizon President recognized by Savoy Professional magazine as one of the top 100 most influential African-Americans in corporate America
List recognizes those who stepped up their game in the "spheres of influence" to help better their community and to inspire others. read more >>SafetyNet Training of Trainers
As lead sponsor of the national Technology Safety Training of Trainers, Verizon is helping put technology resources in the hands of victims of domestic violence. read more >>Verizon and Congressional Black Caucus present NEA President Reg Weaver with the Augustus "Gus" Hawkins Excellence in Education Award
full story >>Thinkfinity Video Clips and Presentation from our NECC Conference Activites
Thousands found out first-hand how engaging Thinkfinity's resources are when they attended NECC in San Antonio. See clips from our outstanding sessions and download our presentations >>Verizon Employees to help Gulf Coast Victims of Hurricane Gustav
With so many Americans along the Gulf Coast affected by Hurricane Gustav, Verizon is instituting the Verizon Foundation's Disaster Relief Incentive Program (DRIP) read more >>Verizon Foundation Partners With American Library Association On Gaming for Learning and Literacy Project
The Verizon Foundation recently entered a new arena, announcing its first grant supporting gaming and learning at last week's 2008 annual conference of the American Library Association (ALA) in Anaheim, Calif. full story >>Beijing 2008: Let the Games Begin
Verizon's Thinkfinity.org is your ticket to learning about the history of the games, sports, and athletes. Parents and students can also learn about the culture and geography of China. full story >>Texas Lt. Governor and educators from throughout the country take part in Thinkfinity.org demo
Reception at the Witte Museum in San Antonio held to discuss education and learn more about Thinkfinity.org. full story >>Connecting the Dots: Teaching and Learning 21st Century Skills
Verizon's Thinkfinity.org recently hosted a special Spotlight Session at the National Educational Computing Conference in San Antonio to focus on the needs of the 21st Century Learner. Thinkfinity Champions author Peter Reynolds and actor Eric Close led participants through the session to describe the characteristics of a 21st Century learner. The image above is a graphical representation of that discussion illustrated by Peter Reynolds. watch video clip >>A Conversation With Verizon Foundation President Patrick R. Gaston
Gaston is interviewed by the San Antonio Express-News while in San Antonio to speak at the NECC Conference full story >>South Carolina Issues RFP
The Verizon Foundation is pleased to announce that it is currently inviting applications, in South Carolina, to receive financial grants that support technology in Literacy or Internet Safety programs. full story >>Tools for School Employee Giving Campaign
School children and teachers across the United States need our help. Many classrooms and students do not have the tools they need to start the school year right.From July 14 through July 25, the Verizon Foundation will conduct its first enterprise-wide Tools for School employee giving campaign. full story >>Thinkfinity Sponsors PTA's National Convention
Mike Millegan, President of Verizon Partner Solutions, introduced Dr. Maya Angelou, keynote speaker at the PTA's 112th Annual National Convention where members gathered to discover how to truly make every child's potential a reality. full story >>
