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PNC Bank Announced as Gold Sponsor for the 2025 National Mutt Strut Benefiting Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs
Pittsburgh, PA, Aug. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is proud to announce PNC Bank as the Gold Sponsor of the 2025 National Mutt Strut, a virtual event launching on World Mental Health Day, October 10, 2025, and running through October 22, 2025. This inspiring nationwide initiative raises critical awareness and funds to support Guardian Angels' mission of pairing life-saving service dogs with veterans, first responders, and civilians living with invisible disabilities such as PTSD and trauma. Launching on World Mental Health Day: Walk With Purpose Thousands of Americans — from military veterans to first responders to civilians are silently battling trauma, PTSD, and other unseen wounds. Many are on Guardian Angels' growing waiting list, urgently needing the healing and independence a medical service dog provides. Without action, they may wait far too long. 'We're honored to launch this year's Mutt Strut on World Mental Health Day, a symbolic and vital reminder of the mental health crisis facing our nation,' said Carol Borden, founder and CEO of Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs. 'Thanks to the continued support of partners like PNC Bank, we're changing — and saving — lives every day.' The Mutt Strut empowers supporters across the country to walk anywhere — in their neighborhood, park, gym, or even from the comfort of home — while raising funds and awareness for those who need it most. Registration is now open at Proceeds directly benefit Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs and help place fully trained medical service dogs — free of charge — with individuals in need. 'PNC is honored to once again join forces with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs for this meaningful event,' said Stacy Juchno, general auditor for PNC. 'We've seen firsthand how this work transforms lives. Many of our employees and people in our communities have benefited from pairing with medical service dogs.' You Can Walk. You Can Give. You Can Change — and Even Save — a Life. Every dollar raised helps reduce wait times and deliver hope, healing, and safety to those living with invisible disabilities. Join the mission. Walk with purpose. Change a life. About PNC Bank PNC Bank, National Association, is a member of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC). PNC is one of the largest diversified financial services institutions in the United States, organized around its customers and communities for strong relationships and local delivery of retail and business banking including a full range of lending products; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking, real estate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management and asset management. For information about PNC, visit About Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is a nonprofit organization dedicated to training and providing medical service dogs for individuals living with disabilities, with a focus on U.S. military veterans and first responders. With an emphasis on enhancing the lives and independence of their recipients, Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs has successfully paired hundreds of dogs with deserving individuals, making a positive impact on families and communities across the nation. Attachment PNC Bank – 2025 National Mutt Strut Gold Sponsor Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
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07-04-2025
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Indianapolis weekend events: Furniture sale, Mutt Strut, MC Lyte and more
If you're looking for furniture and home goods but don't want to break the bank, check out Diversion's warehouse sale this weekend. Why it matters: You'll be supporting a good cause. How it works: Diversion is a nonprofit that collects high-quality furniture from partnering designers and individuals and uses the items to help those who have recently secured housing furnish their new home. Eligible individuals are allowed to shop the warehouse and pick whatever items they need at no cost. According to Diversion's website, the organization has helped more than 1,300 people. Where the public comes in: Once a month, Diversion opens its warehouse to the public with pieces priced at significant discounts to make space for future items and raise money. 💭 Lindsey's thought bubble: I went to the March sale and was impressed with the selection. I left with a globe, dessert tray and piece of home decor. Two items didn't have prices marked, and I was told to pay whatever I wanted to donate for them. It was shopping that made me feel good. If you go: 10am-1pm Saturday, 1625 Southeastern Ave. Here are the rest of our picks for the weekend: 🎤 Rock the mic with hip-hop legend MC Lyte at The Vogue, 8pm Friday. Tickets start at $30. ⚾ Take yourself out to the ballgame as the Indianapolis Indians take on the Iowa Cubs all weekend. Games start at 6:35pm Friday and Saturday, and 1:35pm Sunday. Tickets start at $15. 🏀 See the Pacers try to strengthen their playoff position when they play the Utah Jazz at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 7pm Friday. Tickets start at $14. 🎹 Hear top-tier pianists compete during the 2025 American Piano Awards Finals at Hilbert Circle Theatre, 7pm Friday and 5:30pm Saturday. Tickets start at $13. 🐕 Witness the"greatest spectacle in dog walking" when IndyHumane's Mutt Strut fundraiser hits White River State Park, 8am Saturday. 🩰 Experience the storytelling power of dance when Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre presents Spring Equinox at The Tarkington in Carmel, 7pm Friday and 5pm Saturday. Tickets start at $55. 🏒 Hit the ice with the Indy Fuel for a little in-state showdown when they play the Fort Wayne Komets at Fishers Event Center, 7pm Saturday. Tickets start at $24. ⚽ Hit the pitch to cheer on the Indy Eleven as they battle North Carolina FC at Carroll Stadium, 7pm Saturday.
