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Otago Daily Times
5 days ago
- Business
- Otago Daily Times
Family's Lincoln scholarship back
A Cricklewood farming family's commitment to agricultural studies has seen scholarship applications open for a second year. The O'Sullivan Family Scholarship Fund is available to support a South Canterbury student in pursuing an agricultural degree. Working alongside the Aoraki Foundation, the O'Sullivan family created the fund to help a student achieve an agricultural degree from Lincoln University. The family has a long-standing connection to Lincoln University that spans five decades, beginning with William (Dermott) O'Sullivan who graduated in 1973. All four of his sons — Ryan, Brett, Tim, and Chris — followed in his academic footsteps, creating a generational bond with the university. After starting his career with Lands and Survey in Timaru, Mr O'Sullivan and his wife Bronwen built a farming legacy in Cricklewood, expanding Glenire Farm into a 500ha dairy operation. All four sons returned to help in 2007 — shortly before Mrs O'Sullivan's death later that year. Mr O'Sullivan said the family was now giving back in a way that reflected their gratitude and commitment to the region's future. "Lincoln University, we believe, has played a major part in our family's success in getting us to where we are today. We would like to give something back, and one way is to support a student from South Canterbury in pursuing an agricultural degree," Mr O'Sullivan said. Mr O'Sullivan established a named endowment with the Aoraki Foundation to provide the scholarship annually. "The foundation staff have been great to work with, and we were stoked to get nine applications from South Canterbury students in our first year, thanks to the great promotion work they did in conjunction with Lincoln." The inaugural scholarship was awarded in 2024 to Jack Neal, a former Timaru Boys' High School student now studying for a BLPM at Lincoln University, with a focus on rural valuation and agricultural management. Mr O'Sullivan said he firmly believed an agricultural degree not only helped address the nationwide shortage of rural valuers, but also equipped students with versatile skills that opened doors across the agricultural industry. He said the family also believed that a strong foundation in education could build legacies that served both the land and the community for generations, and that a good education could shape both their personal and professional lives. Applications for the scholarship fund can be made to Lincoln University and close on October 31. — Allied Media
Business Upturn
04-08-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
CPAClub Named CalCPA Firm of the Year and Launches CPAClub Ally™
IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CPAClub®, a leading provider of precision accounting and expert advisory solutions to firms and companies through its award-winning subscription model, has been named the 2025 CalCPA Firm of the Year in the Small Firm category. In celebration of this milestone, the company is launching CPAClub Ally™, a program to recognize and rally those powering the profession forward, while also funding the new CPAClub Scholarship Fund to support the next generation of accounting leaders. Presented at the CalCPA Members Club Summit on July 31 in Los Angeles, the Firm of the Year award honors firms that lead with purpose, live their values, and make a meaningful impact on both the profession and the communities they serve. The recognition places a spotlight on CPAClub's mission to transform the profession from the inside out. Since 2022, CPAClub has reimagined the accounting firm experience. From its innovative subscription model to its people-first values, CPAClub is proving that progress and performance can go hand in hand. 'We are truly honored by this recognition from CalCPA,' said Chris Vanover, CPAClub Founder and President. 'It affirms our vision and motivates us to keep building. To celebrate, we are introducing CPAClub Ally to bring more people into the movement and help the profession move forward.' Introducing CPAClub Ally: A Rewards Program with Real Impact CPAClub Ally is a new rewards and recognition program open to members, professionals in accounting and adjacent fields, and anyone who believes in advancing the profession. By introducing forward-thinking firms and companies to CPAClub, Allies can earn exclusive savings, unlock premium experiences, and help fund the next generation of accounting talent through the new CPAClub Scholarship Fund. Through a growing system of recognition ranks—White Star, Blue Star, Silver Star, and Gold Star—CPAClub Ally honors those who share the mission, extend the reach, and amplify the impact of the Club's work across the profession. From Recognition to Responsibility The CalCPA Firm of the Year award criteria—Mission in Motion, Leadership Loud and Clear, Core Values on Display, and Champions of Belonging—mirror the pillars CPAClub has built since day one. From its quality management solutions supporting firms through the new QC 1000 and SQMS standards to CPAClub Coach™, Club 22™, and now CPAClub Ally, the company continues to invest in making the profession stronger, so the experience is better for those already in it and more inviting for those preparing to enter it. 'We did not create the Club to be celebrated,' Vanover said. 'We built it because the profession needs a new path forward.' To learn more or become a CPAClub Ally, visit About CPAClub CPAClub is transforming how public accounting firms and companies meet accounting, advisory and assurance requirements by turning the traditional model upside down. Founded and led by one of Accounting Today's Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting and one of CPA Practice Advisor's 20 Under 40 Top Influencers, CPAClub was recognized as a Top New Product by Accounting Today. CPAClub offers onshore accounting, advisory and assurance solutions throughout the United States and abroad via its award-winning subscription model. Learn more at 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
Business Wire
04-08-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Tractor Supply Launches Next Phase of $5 Million Scholarship Fund to Empower Future Rural Leaders
BRENTWOOD, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO), the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, announced today the third class of FFA Future Leaders Scholarship recipients in conjunction with the kickoff of the 2025 FFA Future Leaders Scholarship Fundraiser. The 2025-26 scholarship class includes a total of 146 students from 38 states with intended majors such as agribusiness, welding, agricultural communications, construction, fire sciences and more. The FFA Future Leaders Scholarship Fund—the largest of its kind—awards $5,000 scholarships to students attending a two-year program or trade school, and $10,000 scholarships to students pursuing agriculture-related studies in four-year programs. In rural communities across the country, students often face limited access to financial aid, career resources and exposure to emerging agricultural technologies or skilled trades. While the overall educational attainment of rural residents has increased significantly over the last 60 years, it remains behind that of urban residents. In 2023, 21.4% of the rural population earned a bachelor's degree or higher compared with 36.4% for the non-rural population. The Future Leaders Scholarship Fund is specifically designed to address these gaps by investing in high-potential students who will shape the future of rural America. According to the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center, among STEM graduates, rural students (29.1%) and their suburban counterparts (24.0%) were most likely to major in biological and agricultural sciences. 'We are thrilled to announce this year's scholarship recipients simultaneously with the kick-off of our next fundraiser, as there is no greater motivation than seeing the impact of these dollars in real time,' said Marti Skold-Jordan, Executive Director of the Tractor Supply Foundation and National FFA Foundation Sponsors' Board member. 'This class of Future Leaders further raises the bar with their unique interests, impressive goals and exceptional academic records. What hasn't changed, though, is that financial challenges remain a hurdle to achieving their dreams Out Here. For the last three years, we have delivered on our goal of raising at least $1 million to break down those barriers, and we hope to keep that streak going this year.' Beginning today and extending through August 16, customers can donate at checkout in Tractor Supply stores or online at to support the 2026-27 class of scholarship recipients. The Tractor Supply Foundation, in partnership with the National FFA Organization, established the Future Leaders Scholarship in 2022 with a $5 million commitment over five years, making it the largest agriculture scholarship fund of its kind and awarding 435 scholarships to date. The 2024 fundraiser generated more than $1 million to support the current class of scholarship recipients, which includes Kaylee Jones from Sandy, Oregon. Kaylee will attend Oklahoma State University in the fall to study agribusiness. She hopes to pursue a career in agricultural law. Throughout high school, Kaylee worked full time to help support her family. Her $10,000 Future Leaders Scholarship will help relieve some of the financial burden of attending college. 'With your help, I am a step closer to my goal of affording college debt-free and being able to pursue both agriculture and law worry-free,' she said. Wiley Proctor from Aldrich, Missouri, is another 2025-26 scholarship recipient. He will attend Lindenwood University at Ozark Technical Community College–Springfield to study fire science. 'This scholarship will help me achieve my goal of graduating from college with zero debt….and is going to help me in pursuing my dreams of becoming a firefighter,' he said. Additional $5,000 scholarship recipients include: Preston Gant from Fayette, Alabama. He will attend Bevill State Community College to study Diesel Mechanics and hopes to work in Hydraulic Mechanics. Joe Horn from Mount Solon, Virginia. He will attend a two-year program at the University of Northwestern Ohio to study agricultural engineering. He hopes to focus on agricultural equipment technology to pursue a career in that field. Carter Smith, from Middleburg, Pennsylvania. Carter will attend the Pennsylvania College of Technology to study civil engineering. He plans to work as a ready-mix concrete field technician. Hallie Southards from Wray, Colorado. She will attend Western Nebraska Community College-Sidney Campus to study avionics. Hallie hopes to pursue a career as an aviation mechanic. The third class of FFA Future Leaders also includes 54 students who received $10,000 scholarships to pursue agriculture-related four-year majors, including: Elleigh Fisher from North Platte , Nebraska. She will be a senior at Chadron State College where she is studying biology and plant and soil science. She plans to pursue a career in agronomy. Grant Frierson from Paris, Texas. In the fall, he will be a freshman at Texas A & M University studying agribusiness. He hopes to pursue a career in commodity trading. Lillian Morgan from Afton, Virginia. She is a rising sophomore at Oklahoma State University where she is studying agricultural business. Her goal is to use her education to start her own successful business. Kaden Pham, from Monett, Missouri. He will attend Missouri State University to study agricultural management and hopes to work in agri-business and supply chain management. Scholarship recipients will also have the opportunity to interview for career opportunities at Tractor Supply stores or distribution centers while pursuing their education. Additionally, Tractor Supply has earmarked internships at its Store Support Center in Brentwood, Tennessee, and Distribution Centers around the country, for scholarship recipients. 'The National FFA Organization is deeply grateful for our scholarship partners like Tractor Supply Company for their continued commitment to cultivating the next generation of agricultural leaders,' said Jim Williams, Executive Director of Development at the National FFA Foundation. 'By providing financial assistance to individual FFA members, we can help alleviate some of the financial burdens those FFA members may face as they explore opportunities beyond high school that will give them the tools to make a lasting impact on their local communities.' For more information on the 2026-27 FFA Future Leaders Scholarship, visit $10,000 Scholarship Winners (Four-Year Majors) $5,000 Scholarship Winners (Trade Schools/Two-Year Programs) About Tractor Supply Company For more than 85 years, Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO) has been passionate about serving the needs of recreational farmers, ranchers, homeowners, gardeners, pet enthusiasts and all those who enjoy living Life Out Here. Tractor Supply is the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the U.S., ranking 296 on the Fortune 500. The Company's more than 52,000 Team Members are known for delivering legendary service and helping customers pursue their passions, whether that means being closer to the land, taking care of animals or living a hands-on, DIY lifestyle. In store and online, Tractor Supply provides what customers need – anytime, anywhere, any way they choose at the low prices they deserve. As part of the Company's commitment to caring for animals of all kinds, Tractor Supply is proud to include Petsense by Tractor Supply, a pet specialty retailer, and Allivet, a leading online pet pharmacy, in its family of brands. Together, Tractor Supply is able to provide comprehensive solutions for pet care, livestock wellness and rural living, ensuring customers and their animals thrive. From its stores to the customer's doorstep, Tractor Supply is here to serve and support Life Out Here. As of June 28, 2025, the Company operated 2,335 Tractor Supply stores in 49 states and 207 Petsense by Tractor Supply stores in 23 states. For more information, visit and
Business Wire
26-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Black & Jones Establishes Scholarship Fund to Support Local Trade Students
ROCKFORD, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Black & Jones Attorneys at Law, a leading law firm dedicated to serving the greater Rockford Region, proudly announces the launch of the Black & Jones Scholarship Fund. The initiative emphasizes the firm's deep commitment to community development and directly supports graduating high school students pursuing careers in skilled trades. "We are proud to celebrate 25 years of serving the Rockford community and recognize the vital role that skilled trades play in our local economy and beyond,' said Tracy Jones, Attorney/Owner at Black & Jones. Share In its inaugural year in 2025, the fund will award ten deserving students with $2,500 scholarships to assist with their education and career development at accredited trade or vocational schools. Starting next year, the scholarship will award one student with a $2,500 scholarship annually. 'We are proud to celebrate 25 years of serving the Rockford community and recognize the vital role that skilled trades play in our local economy and beyond,' said Tracy Jones, Attorney/Owner at Black & Jones. 'This new scholarship is our way of investing directly in the future workforce, providing opportunities for local students to pursue valuable education. We have such talented youth in our community, and we are excited to recognize these individuals while playing a role in helping to empower the next generation to build meaningful careers.' The Black & Jones Scholarship Fund is open to graduating high school seniors from within a 25-mile radius of Rockford, IL. To be eligible, students must be enrolling in a trade or vocation program for the Fall 2025-2026 academic year. The program recognizes the increasing demand for skilled professionals and provides a foundation for students taking the next step in their career path. Eligible students are encouraged to apply today through September 16, 2025. Awardees will be notified by October 16, 2025. Further details and the online application portal can be found on About Black & Jones Attorneys at Law Black & Jones Attorneys at Law, located in Rockford, Illinois, focuses its practice in the areas of workers' compensation, Social Security Disability, personal injury, Veterans' Compensation, and Police and Fire Disability Pension Claims. Serving the people of northern Illinois for 25 years, Black & Jones has a passion for meeting the needs of each client, and their knowledge of the law and experience as advocates for the rights of injured individuals provides positive results and outcomes for their clients. The firm is bilingual, providing English and Spanish speakers access to quality legal care. For more information on Black & Jones, visit
Business Wire
23-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
PENN Entertainment Publishes 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report
WYOMISSING, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PENN Entertainment, Inc., ('PENN' or the 'Company') (Nasdaq: PENN) North America's leading provider of integrated entertainment, sports content and casino gaming experiences, published today its 2024 Corporate Responsibility report. The full report is available on the Corporate Responsibility page of the Company's website. The 2024 Report details PENN's longstanding commitment to supporting its team members and neighbors, practicing good corporate citizenship, and ensuring responsible stewardship of the planet's natural resources. These programs and initiatives comprise The PENN Way, which is reflective of the Company's core values and the unique culture at PENN. Key highlights of PENN's 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report Include: PENN Entertainment, through its Corporate office, retail casinos and Interactive businesses in Canada and Gibraltar, donated approximately $9 million in support of local charities and Veterans-focused organizations, and generated more than $16 million in economic development grants. PENN team members volunteered over 11,000 hours to help those in need. Awarded over $4.2 million in need-based scholarships to the children of our team members since the inception of our PENN Scholarship Fund, 58% of whom are first generation college students, and 61% of whom are female. In 2024, we recognized 44 graduates from the first year of our program. With an ongoing focus on sustainability, we set an abatement goal of a 25% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, and we expanded our climate-related disclosures, including filing with three of the major reporting frameworks for the first time. Jay Snowden, CEO and President of PENN Entertainment commented: 'I am thankful for the tireless efforts of our Board's Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, our internal Corporate Responsibility committee, and all of our Corporate, property and Interactive leadership teams for championing The PENN Way. Providing support to causes that are most important to our team members, customers, and key stakeholders is core to who we are, and I'm incredibly proud of all the work being done across PENN to carry forth these initiatives.' About PENN Entertainment, Inc. PENN Entertainment, Inc., together with its subsidiaries ('PENN,' or the 'Company'), is North America's leading provider of integrated entertainment, sports content, and casino gaming experiences. PENN operates in 28 jurisdictions throughout North America, with a broadly diversified portfolio of casinos, racetracks, and online sports betting and iCasino offerings under well-recognized brands including Hollywood Casino ®, L'Auberge ®, ESPN BET™, and theScore BET Sportsbook and Casino ®. PENN's ability to leverage its partnership with ESPN, the 'worldwide leader in sports,' and its ownership of theScore™, the top digital sports media brand in Canada, is central to the Company's highly differentiated strategy to expand its footprint and efficiently grow its customer ecosystem. PENN's focus on organic cross-sell opportunities is reinforced by its market-leading retail casinos, sports media assets, and technology, including a proprietary state-of-the-art, fully integrated digital sports and iCasino betting platform, and an in-house iCasino content studio (PENN Game Studios). The Company's portfolio is further bolstered by its industry-leading PENN Play™ customer loyalty program, offering its over 32 million members a unique set of rewards and experiences.
