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Article: Staples Foundation for Learning Awards Nearly $300,000 in Grants to Support Educational Programs for Disadvantaged Youth.
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- November 9, 2009
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FRAMINGHAM, Mass. -- Staples Foundation for Learning (SFFL), a private foundation created by Staples, Inc., (NASDAQ: SPLS) announced today it has awarded 29 grants totaling $287,875 to non-profit organizations dedicated to helping youth throughout the country. These organizations were selected for their commitment to providing educational programs that help at-risk youth develop the skills and confidence necessary to become responsible adults and future community leaders.
"The organizations Staples Foundation for Learning supports closely align with our mission to teach, train and inspire youth to realize their full potential," said Ron Sargent, president of ...