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Command Brand and Hannah Brown are giving away $50,000 to bring college students’ design dreams to life

Enter before July 30 to be among 10 college students to win $5,000 toward creating their dream living space

ST. PAUL, MINN. – JULY 26, 2024 – This Back to College season, Command™ Brand is partnering with two-time New York Times bestselling author, television personality and lifestyle expert Hannah Brown to showcase how a delulu mindset is the secret to design happiness. Command™ Brand is offering the chance for 10 college students to win $5,000 to bring their design dreams to life. To enter, students simply need to share their own delulu design inspiration – a moodboard collage, an aspirational image or even a color palette they’re loving – in-feed on Instagram, TikTok or YouTube with #CommandDeluluDesign. The contest runs through July 30, 2024, and potential winners will be notified in early August.

Command™ Brand provides a wide range of practical products and design tips and tricks to help college students and young adults customize their happy space and fully serve it to the world. Hannah Brown worked hand-in-hand with Command™ Brand to create Delulu Design 101, an online crash course to help college students apply the attitude that if you can dream it, you can do it. From customizing your happy space in a new home or apartment to maximizing your dorm room to reflect your true self, Hannah Brown and Command™ Brand are showing college students that the design possibilities are endless with a little creative inspiration and all the right products.

“College is a pivotal time for personal growth and self-expression. It’s a time to explore and fully express who you are,” said Hannah Brown, Command’s Delulu Design Expert. “I am thrilled to partner with Command™ Brand to inspire and support students’ dorm design dreams with Delulu Design 101, which we created together to encourage everyone to embrace the mindset that if you can dream it, it can become a reality, especially with versatile and damage-free Command™ products to make it happen.”

To learn more about the chance to win $5,000 from Command™ Brand, check out Command.com/backtocollegerules. For more information about Command™ Brand products, visit Command.com, or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest at @Command.

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open only to legal residents of the U.S and D.C. who are legal age of majority in their jurisdiction of residence and are enrolled in a post-secondary educational institution. Void where prohibited. Enter 7/9/24 at 8:00 am CT – 7/30/24 at 11:59 p.m. CT. LIMIT 1 ENTRY PER PERSON. Taxes are the responsibility of the winner. Subject to the Official Rules available at command.com/backtocollegerules. Sponsor: Command™ Brand, 3M, St. Paul, MN 55144. Odds of winning depend on total number of eligible entries received.

About Command Brand

Command™ Brand exists to help you fearlessly change your space with clever, damage-free decorating and organizing solutions that go up easily and remove cleanly without the use of tools. We believe there’s excitement that comes from being able to try new things, and that nothing should hold you back from being brave enough to go after what you want in life. Command™ products hold strongly on most surfaces even where screws and nails can’t to help empower you to create your own happy space.

About 3M
3M (NYSE: MMM) believes science helps create a brighter world for everyone. By unlocking the power of people, ideas and science to reimagine what’s possible, our global team uniquely addresses the opportunities and challenges of our customers, communities, and planet. Learn how we’re working to improve lives and make what’s next at 3M.com/news.

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Tim Post
Tpost3@mmm.com

The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi Awards 2024 Fellowships

The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi—the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society—today announced the recipients of its 2024 Fellowships. The fellowships, totaling $649,000, were awarded to 62 of the nation’s top scholars at institutions with an active chapter of Phi Kappa Phi.

Established in 1932, the Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship has become the Society’s signature award, providing funding for the first year of graduate or professional study. This year’s program awarded two awards at $35,000 each, the 1897 Fellowship and the Sherrill Carlson Fellowship; six $20,000 Marcus L. Urann Fellowships, named for the Society’s founder; and 54 fellowships of $8,500 each.

“At Phi Kappa Phi, our commitment to recognizing excellence is unwavering. Our Fellows are among the nation’s most gifted graduate students, and we take immense pride in celebrating their remarkable academic achievements and supporting their love of learning,” said Society Executive Director and CEO, Dr. Bradley R. Newcomer.

The 2024 class of fellows represents students from more than 60 colleges and universities across the nation. The recipients—drawn from all academic disciplines—are pursuing post-baccalaureate programs of study ranging from science and engineering to arts and humanities.

The selection process for a fellowship is based on the applicant’s evidence of graduate potential, undergraduate academic achievement, service and leadership experience, letters of recommendation, personal statement of educational perspective and career goals, and acceptance in an approved graduate or professional program.

Phi Kappa Phi Fellowships are part of the Society’s robust portfolio of award and grant programs, which gives more than $1 million each year to outstanding members and students on chapter campuses through study abroad grants, graduate fellowships, funding for post-baccalaureate development, member and chapter awards, and grants for local, national and international literacy initiatives.

To see the complete list of 2024 Phi Kappa Phi Fellows, visit www.phikappaphi.org/2024Fellowships.

About Phi Kappa Phi
Founded in 1897, Phi Kappa Phi is the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Phi Kappa Phi inducts approximately 20,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni annually. The Society has chapters on more than 300 select colleges and universities in the United States, its territories and the Philippines. Membership is by invitation only to the top 10 percent of seniors and graduate students and 7.5 percent of juniors. Faculty, professional staff and alumni who have achieved scholarly distinction also qualify. The Society’s mission is to “cultivate a community that celebrates and advances the love of learning.”  For more information, visit www.PhiKappaPhi.org.

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Alyssa Papa
Director of Communications
apapa@phikappaphi.org
(225) 923-7777

Procter & Gamble’s Tide, Downy and Gain Lighten the Financial Load for College Students, Kicking-Off Second Annual Tide x Downy x Gain Scholarship Sweepstakes

Nationwide Program Applications Open July 2, Offering $1.5 Million in Scholarships to 150 Students

Procter & Gamble’s leading fabric care brands, Tide, Downy and Gain, are partnering to help support students ease the financial burden of rising tuition costs with their second annual Tide x Downy x Gain Scholarship Sweepstakes that will provide 150 U.S. college students with individual scholarships of $10,000 towards their education. The Tide x Downy x Gain Scholarship Sweepstakes is open to students nationwide, with applications opening on Tuesday, July 2, at 12:00 AM ET. Winners will be randomly selected, and the $10,000 scholarships will be paid directly to the winning students’ schools.

P&G is aiming to alleviate the financial burden many may have with paying for their education while acting as an integral part of students’ laundry care routine. Following the success of last year’s scholarship program, P&G’s Fabric Care brands are thrilled to continue helping students achieve their academic goals as they acclimate to the college experience, one laundry load at a time. For those tackling laundry for the first time on their own, Tide’s website further offers a ‘how-to’ guidebook full of tips for college students.

Students can enter The Tide x Downy x Gain Scholarship Sweepstakes starting Tuesday, July 2 at 12:00 AM ET at https://www.pggoodeveryday.com/tide-scholarship/. No purchase necessary to enter and entries must be received by Monday, September 30.

For more information on the Sweepstakes and full eligibility, visit the Official Rules at https://tide.com/en-us/scholarship/officialrules.

About Procter & Gamble

P&G serves consumers around the world with one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Always®, Ambi Pur®, Ariel®, Bounty®, Charmin®, Crest®, Dawn®, Downy®, Fairy®, Febreze®, Gain®, Gillette®, Head & Shoulders®, Lenor®, Olay®, Oral-B®, Pampers®, Pantene®, SK-II®, Tide®, Vicks®, and Whisper®. The P&G community includes operations in approximately 70 countries worldwide. Please visit https://www.pg.com for the latest news and information about P&G and its brands. For other P&G news, visit us at https://www.pg.com/news.

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Donna DeVito
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GradGuard Urges College Students and Families to Safeguard Their Investments in Higher Education

18 million college students and families are smart to evaluate the risks of college life.

PHOENIX (June 28, 2024): GradGuard, an authority on helping schools educate and protect students from the risks of college life, recommends that college students and their families evaluate their insurance options on National Insurance Awareness Day and protect themselves from potential financial risks.

According to the College Board, in 2023-24, the average published (sticker) tuition and fees for full-time undergraduate students are: Public four-year in-state tuition is $11,260, and Public four-year out-of-state tuition is $29,150, while Private nonprofit four-year institutions are $41,540.

“The cost of higher education creates financial risks that are often overlooked,” said John Fees, co-founder and CEO of GradGuard, the number one provider of tuition and renters insurance to college students in the nation.  “Given that paying for college is typically the second largest investment families make, it’s important for families to understand how to protect that investment.”

Students can mitigate the financial and academic risks they face by being aware of the potential pitfalls and taking proactive measures to protect themselves.

Tuition Insurance: If a student is forced to withdraw from college due to a serious illness, injury, or accident, they are unlikely to receive a full refund for tuition, housing, or other fees.  GradGuard’s Tuition Insurance can provide reimbursement for these expenses when schools do not, when a covered student withdraws from school for a covered reason such as mono, concussion, mental health condition, the death of a tuition payer, or loss of employment for the tuition payer, depending on the plan during the covered term*.

According to recent American College Health Association data:

• 1 in 4 students reported being affected by depression
• 1 in 3 students reported being affected by anxiety
• 1 in 2 students reported being affected by stress

Renters Insurance: Over 3 million students living in on-campus housing are likely unaware that their college or university is unlikely to replace stolen or damaged personal property.  According to Clery Act Reports, an average of over 24,000 crime and safety incidents have been reported annually on college campuses since 2009.

• 2,411 robberies were reported on average annually
• 1,840 fires were reported on average annually.
• 20,521 burglaries were reported on average annually.

Off-campus residents face similar risks. When schools, housing companies, or landlords can’t be relied upon to replace stolen or damaged property, renters insurance is a smart choice. GradGuard’s College Renters Insurance includes an exclusive student endorsement offering worldwide property coverage, liability protection, a low $100 deductible, and no credit check.

Health Insurance: Many colleges offer health insurance plans, requiring students to purchase coverage or opt out by showing proof of alternative insurance. While college health plans may be suitable for some, families are smart to confirm their current coverage fulfills school requirements and to avoid paying twice for coverage. Under federal law, young adults can remain on a parent’s plan until they turn 26.

Travel Insurance: For those students attending college more than 4 hours away from home or planning to study abroad, an annual travel insurance policy can be smart as it can provide financial protection against trip cancellations, medical emergencies, and even lost luggage that can disrupt an academic term.

Life Insurance: Families are often not prepared to pay for college in the event of a parent’s death or to pay for private student loans in the case of a student’s unexpected death. Life insurance is an important consideration for families and provides the resources essential to cover college costs, including tuition, housing, fees, and private student loans parents may have taken to pay for higher education.

Fees continued, “Take a moment before school begins to evaluate the risks facing your student and family and purchase the protection you may need to ensure you can overcome what might otherwise disrupt the path towards completing college.”

To learn more about GradGuard’s insurance plans, visit www.gradguard.com.

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About GradGuard:

GradGuard is the authority on helping schools educate and protect students from the risks of college life.  As the #1 provider of college tuition and renters insurance, GradGuard’s pioneering protections have served more than 1.7 million students at more than 1,900 unique institutions.

GradGuard’s national technology platform embeds its innovative insurance protections within the enrollment processes of nearly 600 institutions in the United States, helping schools increase college completion and reduce the cost of college by covering preventable financial losses.

Contact:

Natalie Hubertus
Sr. Director, Marketing
602-341-5947
nhubertus@gradguard.com

*Terms, conditions, and exclusions (including for pre-existing conditions) apply. Plans only available to U.S. residents and may not be available in all jurisdictions. Insurance benefits are underwritten by Jefferson Insurance Company. Grad Guard, a service of Next Generation Insurance Group, LLC (NGI), is the licensed agent for all insurance programs. Plans include insurance benefits and assistance services. Non-insurance benefits/services, and claims administration, are provided by AGA Service Company.

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Jazzzoid dot com (3 Z’s) Has Improvisation inspiration pieces that you can copywrite in your own name. $.99 a month to help you with ytour music studies. Never before assembled new major exultations of victory of musical invention then innovation. First edition to find it’s area set aside in the greatest accomplishments that history has ever known (ten million pages). Hidden in the private files of internet storage, the baffling veil has been lifted for the first time on Jazzassistant.com or www.jazzzoid.com , the 8th wonder of the world. Click “Simple Listening” and then “Play” and then “Play”. Sign up or wait. The scope and power of the progressions of harmony and melody combine for ghost written music beyond comparison. And don’t miss the book “Lord of the Gem”, on Amazon by Douglas Cornish.

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As completely disinterested commentary and not financial advice, have a look at Shiba Inu and Baby Doge Bitcoin for a 5 year observation. Going off on a tangent the size of a stock certificate is 8 ½ inches by 11 inches. The size of a dollar bill
Is 2 and ½ inches by 6 inches. Why not make some stock certificates the size of the dollar bill. 2 +1/2 by 6 inches .

Then they could be used as a currency to recompence vendors of merchandise and services. One bill could be stock price divided by stock price= $1.00 or Stock price divided by 10 times stock price =$ .10 or for a penny stock price divided by 100 Stockprice, and of course stockprice thereby a new inflation control. Just view from the top.

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MILLION STORIES LAUNCHES NEW SHOW THE FINANCE COUCH THAT ADDRESSES STUDENTS’ FINANCIAL CONCERNS

Sponsored by Experian, the Show Hopes to Provide Easy to Understand Financial Information

June 4, 2024, LOS ANGELES, CA – The Singleton Foundation for Financial Literacy & Entrepreneurship and its free to view digital channel Million Stories announces today the launch of The Finance Couch, an exciting new series that provides an opportunity to address financial concerns of college students and to explore their financial worries in a new way. Money topics can be complex, and college students are making financial decisions that will impact their lives.  It’s important for them to acquire this knowledge. The show provides an accessible entertaining way to provide this information.

The series is hosted by Wharton School of Business graduate and former Wall Street professional Ross Mac and Andini Makosinski, Inventor, Public Speaker, and host of Your World on Money, another show on Million Stories. In the series, important financial discussions are addressed with the college-aged guests joining the hosts on the finance couch in the middle of campus.  Exit interviews and content hosted by TikTok creator Peyton B. Walker round out each episode.  This show and many others can be found here:  https://www.millionstories.com

Global data and technology company Experian sponsors The Finance Couch and returns to the Singleton Foundation family after sponsoring HeartBroke and Your World on Money, shows that are both featured on the Million Stories platform. The exclusive sponsorship is part of Experian’s  United for Financial Health initiative, which aims to empower and protect consumers to improve their financial health through education and action.

“Sometimes talking about money can be confusing and intimidating. One of Experian’s goals is to normalize conversations about financial topics, especially among young people. This approach shares information in a friendly atmosphere with peers to empower students to take steps towards financial wellness,” said Abigail Lovell, Chief Sustainability Officer for Experian.

“The Finance Couch allows us to tell financial stories our viewers find so useful on their path to financial competence,” said Shelley Miles, CEO of The Singleton Foundation for Financial Literacy & Entrepreneurship. “Money is complex. College students asking real questions on their own campus gives an exciting opportunity to ask questions and talk about money openly and see that they are not alone in not having all the answers. ”

The show debuts on https://www.millionstories.com on Tuesday, June 11, 2024.

About the Singleton Foundation for Financial Literacy & Entrepreneurship
The mission of The Singleton Foundation for Financial Literacy & Entrepreneurship is to inspire entrepreneurship and to make financial competence fun, engaging and accessible to all. Our goal is to help give everyone the financial skills they need to better manage their lives and their businesses.

About Experian
Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, deliver digital marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them to save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agrifinance, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in talented people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data and innovate. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

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Jeff Hare /The Singleton Foundation
(818) 726-9238
jeffhare@singletonfoundation.org

Victoria Lim /Experian
Victoria.Lim@experian.com

The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi Announces Study Abroad Grant Recipients

The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society, today announced the recipients of a 2024 Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grant. The $1,000 grants were awarded to 125 students across the nation.

The grants are designed to support undergraduates, both members and nonmembers from campuses that have Phi Kappa Phi chapters, as they seek expanded knowledge and experience in their academic fields by studying abroad.

“Congratulations to the Study Abroad Grant recipients! Your dedication and excellence have earned you this prestigious opportunity,” said Society Executive Director and CEO Dr. Bradley R. Newcomer.  “My hope is that you will embrace every challenge and opportunity, and return with invaluable experiences and insights to continue to explore excellence.”

The selection process for a study abroad grant is based on the applicant’s academic achievement, campus and community service, relation of travel to academic preparation and career goals, a personal statement, letters of recommendation and acceptance into a study abroad program.

Established in 2001, the Study Abroad Grant Program is part of the Society’s robust portfolio of award and grant programs, which currently gives $1.3 million each year to outstanding students and members through graduate and dissertation fellowships, funding for post-baccalaureate development, and grants for local, national and international literacy initiatives.

For the complete list of recipients from the program, please visit www.phikappaphi.org/2024studyabroad. The application process for 2025 will open on Dec. 15, 2024.

About Phi Kappa Phi

Founded in 1897, Phi Kappa Phi is the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Phi Kappa Phi inducts approximately 25,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni annually. The Society has chapters on more than 325 select colleges and universities in the United States, its territories and the Philippines. Membership is by invitation only to the top 10 percent of seniors and graduate students and 7.5 percent of juniors. Faculty, professional staff and alumni who have achieved scholarly distinction also qualify. The Society’s mission is “To recognize and promote academic excellence in all fields of higher education and engage the community of scholars in service to others.” For more information, visit www.PhiKappaPhi.org.

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Alyssa Papa
Director of Communications
apapa@phikappaphi.org
(225) 923-7777

DoSomething.org Kicks Off Voter Catalyst Network to Drive Gen Z’s Engagement in the 2024 Presidential Election

[New York, New York] – DoSomething,org, the leading hub for youth-centered activism, announces the launch of its Voter Catalyst Network (VCN) 2024 peer-to-peer voter registration campaign. Building on our track record of success in registering over 415,000 voters since 2018, DoSomething is launching this initiative to buttress our Art of Democracy program to ensure Gen Z’s voice is heard at the polls and beyond. The VCN trains and supports a network of young people under 25 to become Voter Captains in their communities.

Drawing from three decades of successfully driving young people toward peer-to-peer civic engagement, DoSomething will mentor new “Voter Captains.”  Voter Captains will be trained to host voter registration drives for their peers and community members to foster a culture of active citizenship. The captain who registers the most votes will earn an all-expense-paid trip to New York City to attend DoSomething’s Election Night Party. Voter Captains will also have access to exclusive swag, and will earn Volunteer Credits for their participation. 

A recent Harvard Youth Poll that surveyed 18-to 29-year-olds revealed that only 49% said they “definitely” will be voting, compared to 57% in 2019. VCN comes at a time when Gen Z’s understanding of their power in shaping election outcomes is critical. “There are over 41 million Gen Z voters who are newly eligible to vote in the upcoming 2024 Presidential Election. Over 8 million of them would be first-time voters. The Voter Catalyst Network is a powerful tool for young people to do something to ensure this generation claims our democracy and their role in shaping it. ” explains DeNora Getachew, CEO of DoSomething.org. 

The Voters Catalyst Network is part of DoSomething’s Art of Democracy program, which educates and equips the next generation of young voters with the identity, knowledge and skills to share their civic story and become a force for change in and out of the voting booth. This builds on the organization’s  2023 pilot of Art of Democracy through which DoSomething convened 850 young people in person in New York City. By scaling this work in key states in 2024, DoSomething will  convene over 5,000 young people through live events. The organization will also collect and amplify stories shared by over 10,000 young people online and offline to build a National Youth Agenda to ensure Gen Z’s voices are heard in our election.

Applications for Voter Captain positions are now open on a rolling basis and will close on September 1, 2024. To become a catalyst for change in your community apply to become a Voter Captain at DoSomething.org/vcn.

About DoSomething.org:

DoSomething fuels young people to change the world. As the leading hub for youth-centered activism, DoSomething has activated more than 8 million young people representing every U.S. area code and over 130 countries. DoSomething has registered over 375,000 new voters since 2018 and has awarded more than $2 million in scholarships to young people since 2010. When young people join DoSomething.org, they are joining a reflective and inclusive collective of members who are collaborating to develop and implement solutions to the most pressing issues facing society today.

Media Contact

Macy Harrell
Director of PR & Communications
DoSomething.org
+1 (212) 254-2390

Global Atlantic Launches College Scholarship Program

Program will award $50,000 in scholarships to rising college sophomores with an interest in the insurance or financial services industries

NEW YORK, NY — May 21, 2024 — Global Atlantic Financial Group (“Global Atlantic”), a leading insurance company meeting the retirement and life insurance needs of individuals and institutions, today announced the launch of the Global Atlantic Scholarship Program. This new initiative will help support individuals on their educational journey as they pursue their undergraduate degrees with an interest in the insurance or financial sectors. The program is designed to have a strong focus on assisting students from underserved backgrounds.

For the inaugural year of the program, Global Atlantic will award 10 one-time scholarships of $5,000 each to students entering their sophomore year at a four-year college or university in the United States. The firm’s investment in the education of these students reflects its commitment to fostering inclusivity and promoting equal opportunities in higher education.

“We believe that every individual should have the opportunity to pursue their academic dreams without the burden of financial constraints,” said Shellie Peters, Head of Charitable Giving and Benefits at Global Atlantic. “We are proud to support the next generation of insurance and financial services leaders. This program is in line with several other scholarship initiatives Global Atlantic has launched and continues to support.”

“Education is one of the most powerful tools that an individual can possess. It has the power to break down barriers, propel dreams, and make a meaningful difference in the world around us,” said Ashanti Osbourne, Head of DE&I for Global Atlantic. “As stewards of corporate citizenship and believers in inclusion, we feel providing financial support is a meaningful way to empower the talent of the future.”

Scholarship Program Criteria

This program is open to students with an interest in the insurance and/or financial services industries who will be enrolled full-time at a four-year college/university in the United States as a sophomore in the fall 2024 semester (with a projected graduation date of December 2026 or May 2027). Students also must have a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Applicants will be evaluated based on their academic achievement, community involvement, volunteerism and essay submission.

Application Deadline

The deadline to apply for the 2024-25 Global Atlantic Scholarship Program is June 13, 2024. For more information, visit globalatlantic.com/scholarship.

This program is administered by International Scholarship and Tuition Services Inc., an independent company that specializes in managing sponsored educational assistance programs.

About Global Atlantic
Global Atlantic Financial Group is a leading insurance company meeting the retirement and life insurance needs of individuals and institutions. With a strong financial foundation and risk and investment management expertise, the company delivers tailored solutions to help create more secure financial futures. The company’s performance has been driven by its culture and core values focused on integrity, teamwork, and the importance of building long-term client relationships. Global Atlantic is a wholly owned subsidiary of KKR, a leading global investment firm. Through its relationship, the company leverages KKR’s investment capabilities, scale and access to capital markets to enhance the value it offers clients. KKR’s parent company is KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR).

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Global Atlantic Financial Group (Global Atlantic) is the marketing name for The Global Atlantic Financial Group LLC and its subsidiaries.

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Carissa (Miller) Willcoxon
Director of Marketing | ISTS
cwillcoxon@applyISTS.com
(615) 777-3735

NOW Available: Comcast Launches NOW Brand Prepaid Internet and Mobile Services Nationwide

New Pay-As-You-Go Options for Reliable Internet and Mobile with All-In Pricing, No Contracts or Credit Checks

PHILADELPHIA – May 9, 2024 – Americans now have new options for low-cost, reliable pay-as-you-go Internet and Mobile service: NOW Internet and NOW Mobile. Both products – backed by the powerful Xfinity network and the most reliable 5G – are available nationwide where Comcast offers service, and consumers can easily sign up, pause or cancel their subscription online, via the Xfinity app, or by visiting an Xfinity Store. With all-in monthly pricing, no contracts, or credit check required, NOW products deliver flexible connectivity to customers when they need it.

“NOW is a simple, reliable, and low-cost way for people to get Internet and Mobile service on their own terms,” said Bill Connors, President of Connectivity and Platforms, Comcast. “Our trials have shown that there is a need for a better prepaid product that provides a more consistent and reliable connection and we’re excited to bring fresh new options to this market.”

Reliable Internet

NOW Internet delivers a more consistent and reliable connection at a better price point than 5G home Internet from the cellular companies. The service is backed by the nation’s largest landline network that delivers better than 99 percent reliability, uses AI to detect and proactively fix disruptions before consumers experience them, and is built with rigorous security and privacy protocols.

Affordable Mobile

With upwards of 90 percent of data traffic from smartphones running over a WiFi connection, not cellular, WiFi is critical to the mobile experience. Unlike existing prepaid providers, NOW Mobile uses WiFi to the customer’s advantage by tapping into more than 23 million hotspots across the country, a groundbreaking new feature in the prepaid market that was built around low prices and limited capabilities for years. NOW Mobile is bringing a great experience along with some of the best prices in prepaid for Xfinity Internet and NOW Internet customers.

Incredible Flexibility

NOW offers incredible flexibility by giving customers the ability to subscribe or pause their Internet, mobile, and TV service online or through the Xfinity app. Customers can also buy NOW products in any Xfinity store across the country. NOW Internet and NOW Mobile join NOW TV and NOW WiFi Pass in a portfolio of connectivity and entertainment products.

The NOW Portfolio

• NOW Internet – Choose between 100 Mbps for $30 a month, or 200 Mbps for $45 a month. Unlimited data and an Xfinity gateway included.
• NOW Mobile – Bundle your NOW Mobile service with either Xfinity or NOW internet and you will be adding one of the most affordable unlimited plans on the market. As low as $55 a month for bundled NOW Internet and Mobile, and $25 a month for each additional Mobile line.
• NOW TV – $20 streaming offering that includes 40+ live channels, more than two dozen integrated FAST channels, and Peacock Premium. Easily accessible via the Xfinity Stream app.
• NOW WiFi Pass – Unlimited access to 23+ million fast and reliable Xfinity WiFi hotspots for less than a dollar a day at $20 for 30 days. No cancelation fees, no equipment, and unlimited data.

A New Option for Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) Customers

As the government begins to wind down the Affordable Connectivity Program, with May expected to be the final month with a partial credit of $14, millions of people will be searching for another option for cost-effective connectivity. NOW Internet and Mobile will provide customers with reliable connectivity regardless of whether or not they are enrolled in ACP – supplementing Comcast’s longstanding low-income broadband adoption options Internet Essentials and Internet Essentials Plus, and Xfinity’s current suite of offerings.

More information about NOW Internet and NOW Mobile is available here.

About Comcast Corporation

Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information.

Media Contact

Camillia Travia
camillia_travia@comcast.com