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The 2008/09 Verizon Corporate Responsibility Report is out, and it tells the story of what Verizon has done over the past year to expand the reach and impact of its signature programs and partnerships. read more >>

President's Corner

Patrick R. Gaston

Patrick R. Gaston
One month ago, Haiti experienced the highest earthquake death toll in more than three decades. Individuals, corporations and government agencies answered Haiti's call for help by supporting relief and recovery efforts.

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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.

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Verizon Foundation Supports Innovative Educational Efforts to Teach Lessons Tied to Black History Month

NAACP Launches Interactive Timeline, Available on Verizon Thinkfinity

The stories and accomplishments of African-American history will come to life during February, Black History Month, for thousands of students across the U.S. with help from Verizon Thinkfinity Verizon Thinkfinity. At the heart of this effort is the new NAACP Interactive Historical Timeline, a dynamic multimedia experience.

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Verizon Volunteers Meet Regis Philbin; Receive Award at Help USA Dinner

Verizon received the Mentoring Corporate Responsibility award from Help USA Tuesday night for its ongoing support of the organization's Mentoring USA program in New York City.

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Verizon Thinkfinity Links to Videos for Parents and Educators; 2.6 Million Viewers Tune into Frontline Broadcast

Parents, educators and students can now log onto www.thinkfinity.org, and find out how to make sure that the digital age contributes, rather than detracts from their goals, achievements and social interactions. PBS Frontline created a series of online workshops and videos now available free, in conjunction with the innovative documentary broadcast and website, "Digital Nation."

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Looking to learn more about the Olympics? Need a printable map of Canada? Bring the 2010 Winter Olympics to your home and classroom with these fun and informative lessons and activities for your children.read more >>

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