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Yahoo
19-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Guadalupe Centers recognize one of their own
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The , located on Kansas City's Westside, is the oldest social service agency for Latinos in the United States.'There are so many people who have contributed to Guadalupe's longevity,' said Beto Lopez, 'but Paul Rojas has been involved his entire life and he's 91 years old.' Bobby Witt Jr. to meet with fan after card collector strikes gold Rojas attended Guadalupe programs as a child, emceed and performed at their Mexican Fiestas, was a board member and the first Mexican-American to be elected to the Missouri House of Representatives.'He has been so vital to the Guadalupe Centers that we wanted to recognize his contributions,' said expected, Rojas turned around and gave the Pay It Forward $400 back to the Guadalupe Centers. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Pay It Forward: Thriving Families and Community raising funds to help kids attend summer camp
The Brief Thriving Families and Community raising funds for summer camp Program supports children with educators and foster parents Community initiative supports local students BURTONSVILLE, Md. - A before-and-after-care program at Burtonsville Elementary School is working to ensure children thrive by providing support from educators and foster parents. Thriving Families and Community aims to create an environment for students to grow and is currently raising funds to sponsor children for summer camp. Founder and Executive Director Tom Smith joined FOX 5 on Wednesday and was surprised by the Pay It Forward team! Easterns Automotive Group donated $2,200 to the organization to help them continue their special mission. MORE PAY IT FORWARD STORIES If you know someone who should be featured on Pay It Forward, you can nominate them at wttgpayitforward@ In your email, be sure to include who they are and why they deserve to be recognized. The Source Information in this article comes from Thriving Families and Community.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Pay it Forward: Eunice Pre-K school receives $1,000
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY)– A mom gives her daughter's school $1,000 after Bob Giles with Giles Automotive and News 10 surprise her with the envelope of cash. We met Maggie Thevis and told her about 'Pay it Forward,' an initiative Giles partners with KLFY for each month. Thevis was randomly selected and given the chance to pay it forward. She hesitated, with no time to surprise someone right then and there. 'I'm on my way to a field trip, really,' Thevis said. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Thevis was on her way to chaperone her daughter's class field trip at the zoo. Bob asked her if maybe a parent in her daughter's class could use the money. She knew plenty did, as she and her husband have previously donated school necessities to her daughter's classmates in need. Pay It Forward: Local couple helps woman caring for ill daughter Then, Thevis realized the school itself, Highland Early Learning Center in Eunice, needs the money. Highland is raising money to build a security gate to keep students safe. We surprised the Pre-K classes and their teachers at the zoo. Thevis paid it forward with $1,000. The teachers thanked Thevis, all saying Highland needed the money for classroom material, playground toys and the security gate. Much Hotter & Drier Weather Returns to Acadiana… Trump's Middle East trip: 5 things to watch LCG reorganizes staff to improve the management of public compliance issues St. Landry Parish commits nearly $2 million yearly for drainage upgrades Family dog perishes in Scott home fire due to electrical fault Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Associated Press
08-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
KuCoin Pay Partners with WLTG - Funded by Football Legend Patrice Evra to Bring Joyful Disruption and Collective Generosity to Fans Worldwide
VICTORIA, Seychelles, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- KuCoin, a global leader in the crypto exchange space, is proud to announce a strategic partnership between KuCoin Pay, its native crypto payment solution, and WLTG (We Love This Game) — the world's first AI Celebrity Digital Twin project, founded by football legend Patrice Evra. WLTG is ushering in a new era of 'Joyful Disruption' in the Web3 space. At the heart of this vision is AI Patman, Evra's captivating AI digital twin who engages fans through personalized video messages, imaginative manga storytelling, fun football predictions and more. AI Patman also serves as a revolutionary travel companion, assisting fans with planning and offering exclusive perks tied to WLTG's 'Pay It Forward' initiative. The 'Pay It Forward' campaign is a cornerstone of WLTG's mission to foster human connection and collective goodwill. Supported by Patrice Evra, this initiative encourages small acts of kindness - like buying a coffee for the next person in line. Through the integration with KuCoin Pay, WLTG users will be able to seamlessly transact using crypto to participate in these joyful experiences and support the 'Pay It Forward' movement. This partnership aligns with KuCoin's vision of using blockchain to transfer value and trust in innovative ways. WLTG stands at the intersection of artificial intelligence, blockchain, and social impact. By creating an AI-powered version of Evra's voice, values, and spirit, WLTG empowers a new generation of users to engage in a Pay It Forward revolution — a movement that uses Web3 tools to drive kindness, generosity, and community-led action across digital and physical worlds. The integration with KuCoin Pay will allow WLTG users to seamlessly transact using crypto, enabling efficient, secure, and real-time contributions to the platform's initiatives — from community challenges to cause-driven engagement and digital interactions with the AI twin. 'Blockchain is not just about transferring assets — it's about transferring value and trust,' said BC Wong, CEO of KuCoin."This partnership is a perfect synergy of cutting-edge technology and genuine human connection. By integrating KuCoin Pay, we're empowering WLTG users to effortlessly contribute to a future where doing good is as seamless as sending a token.' 'WLTG is about passion, purpose, and the power of technology to bring people together through acts of kindness,' said Patrice Evra, Founder of WLTG. 'With KuCoin Pay, we're unlocking new ways for fans to engage with AI Patman and fuel our collective mission to spread positivity across the digital and physical worlds.' Key highlights of the partnership include: This partnership marks a powerful moment for the Web3 space, where celebrity, technology, and compassion converge. With KuCoin and WLTG, users don't just love the game — they get to play it, shape it, and pay it forward. For more about KuCoin Pay: KuCoin Pay Official Launch To learn more about WLTG: About KuCoin Founded in 2017, KuCoin is one of the pioneering and most globally recognized technology platforms supporting digital economies, built on a robust foundation of cutting-edge blockchain infrastructure, liquidity solutions, and an exceptional user experience. With a connected user base exceeding 40 million worldwide, KuCoin offers comprehensive digital asset solutions across wallets, trading, wealth management, payments, research, ventures, and AI-powered bots. KuCoin has garnered accolades such as 'Best Crypto Apps & Exchanges' by Forbes and has been recognized among the 'Top 50 Global Unicorns' by Hurun in 2024. These recognitions reflect its commitment to user-centric principles and core values, which include integrity, accountability, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. About WLTG WLTG - We Love This Game: The World's First Celebrity Token Project for Collective Good! Patrice Evra founded and champions the first AI Digital Twin celebrity Web3 project, blending passion, fun, and revenue-sharing with a global Pay It Forward mission to empower communities with good vibes. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE KuCoin
Cision Canada
08-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
KuCoin Pay Partners with WLTG - Funded by Football Legend Patrice Evra to Bring Joyful Disruption and Collective Generosity to Fans Worldwide
VICTORIA, Seychelles, May 8, 2025 /CNW/ -- KuCoin, a global leader in the crypto exchange space, is proud to announce a strategic partnership between KuCoin Pay, its native crypto payment solution, and WLTG (We Love This Game) — the world's first AI Celebrity Digital Twin project, founded by football legend Patrice Evra. WLTG is ushering in a new era of "Joyful Disruption" in the Web3 space. At the heart of this vision is AI Patman, Evra's captivating AI digital twin who engages fans through personalized video messages, imaginative manga storytelling, fun football predictions and more. AI Patman also serves as a revolutionary travel companion, assisting fans with planning and offering exclusive perks tied to WLTG's "Pay It Forward" initiative. The "Pay It Forward" campaign is a cornerstone of WLTG's mission to foster human connection and collective goodwill. Supported by Patrice Evra, this initiative encourages small acts of kindness - like buying a coffee for the next person in line. Through the integration with KuCoin Pay, WLTG users will be able to seamlessly transact using crypto to participate in these joyful experiences and support the "Pay It Forward" movement. This partnership aligns with KuCoin's vision of using blockchain to transfer value and trust in innovative ways. WLTG stands at the intersection of artificial intelligence, blockchain, and social impact. By creating an AI-powered version of Evra's voice, values, and spirit, WLTG empowers a new generation of users to engage in a Pay It Forward revolution — a movement that uses Web3 tools to drive kindness, generosity, and community-led action across digital and physical worlds. The integration with KuCoin Pay will allow WLTG users to seamlessly transact using crypto, enabling efficient, secure, and real-time contributions to the platform's initiatives — from community challenges to cause-driven engagement and digital interactions with the AI twin. "Blockchain is not just about transferring assets — it's about transferring value and trust," said BC Wong, CEO of KuCoin." This partnership is a perfect synergy of cutting-edge technology and genuine human connection. By integrating KuCoin Pay, we're empowering WLTG users to effortlessly contribute to a future where doing good is as seamless as sending a token." "WLTG is about passion, purpose, and the power of technology to bring people together through acts of kindness," said Patrice Evra, Founder of WLTG. "With KuCoin Pay, we're unlocking new ways for fans to engage with AI Patman and fuel our collective mission to spread positivity across the digital and physical worlds." Key highlights of the partnership include: Native integration of KuCoin Pay within the WLTG ecosystem, allowing instant crypto payments for interactions, campaigns, and rewards. Joint innovation on the frontier of AI identity × blockchain payments × social incentives, building tools that empower both users and creators. KuCoin Pay's infrastructure powering WLTG's mission to build a future where value flows freely — and positively — across communities. This partnership marks a powerful moment for the Web3 space, where celebrity, technology, and compassion converge. With KuCoin and WLTG, users don't just love the game — they get to play it, shape it, and pay it forward. For more about KuCoin Pay: KuCoin Pay Official Launch To learn more about WLTG: About KuCoin Founded in 2017, KuCoin is one of the pioneering and most globally recognized technology platforms supporting digital economies, built on a robust foundation of cutting-edge blockchain infrastructure, liquidity solutions, and an exceptional user experience. With a connected user base exceeding 40 million worldwide, KuCoin offers comprehensive digital asset solutions across wallets, trading, wealth management, payments, research, ventures, and AI-powered bots. KuCoin has garnered accolades such as "Best Crypto Apps & Exchanges" by Forbes and has been recognized among the "Top 50 Global Unicorns" by Hurun in 2024. These recognitions reflect its commitment to user-centric principles and core values, which include integrity, accountability, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. About WLTG Patrice Evra founded and champions the first AI Digital Twin celebrity Web3 project, blending passion, fun, and revenue-sharing with a global Pay It Forward mission to empower communities with good vibes.
