Sentences with phrase «support of more»

Since its inception in 1999, The PETCO Foundation, PETCO's non-profit organization, has raised more than $ 30 million in support of more than 3,500 non-profit grassroots animal welfare organizations around the nation.

The refreshed emblem represents the growth of the Foundation, which has funded over 2,600 studies to date in support of more than 20,000 species, from house pets to Tasmanian devils, including 45 endangered species.

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I was hoping Nicola Yoon's well - earned success would spur the support of more romance - driven novels by and about black characters, and yet I'm having trouble thinking of some that have been pushed in the last couple of years.

We call on President Obama and other Democrats to reject these policies and join parents and education experts in support of a more positive set of changes that includes small classes, a well - rounded curriculum, more meaningful parent involvement and greater investment in teachers and families.

«We share the sense of urgency with the multitudes who have voiced qualified support of a more professional and data - informed culture,» according to the resolution by board member Yolie Flores.

The advisory council includes four parents, some of whom are also listed as governors, but the campaign wants to win the support of more parents and build - up a network of activists who can make the case for change in their local schools.

MARCH, 14 2018 Charter school advocates from across the state will gather at the Georgia Capitol with HB 787 sponsor Rep. Scott Hilton, the Georgia Charter Schools Association and other elected officials in support of more equitable funding for state charter schools.

Although this approach to planning instruction is more powerful, in most cases it is not recommended for use by beginning Science IDEAS teachers unless they are provided with support of more experienced Science IDEAS teachers.

The mission of Higher Ed for Higher Standards is to elevate the voices of higher education leaders in support of more ambitious K - 12 standards — standards that are aligned with the expectations students face in college and careers.

Some states have passed laws in support of a more rigorous senior year.

The Education Redesign Lab launched the By All Means initiative in May 2016 and convened a national audience in support of a more effective systems for educating all children so that they are prepared to be successful in a complex, 21st century society.

The soundtrack and general audio in the game support all of its more prominent elements beautifully, and Celeste comes alive in handheld mode with a good set of headphones.

He also has the support of the more earthbound friend Nick (Scott Mescudi, better known to the public as a rapper) and, having picked up Jayne (Mackenzie Leigh) on a beach in Mexico, comes off charismatic enough not only to bed her but to have her visit his mother with him.

I have said before that I think it is a very good movie which perhaps does not support some of the more goggle - eyed critical responses: but it's exciting and smart, and I am cheering Chazelle and Simmons on.

As a Yoga organization, Gems Of Yoga is able to realize its mission through the generous support of more than a hundred Friends of Gems of Yoga generous contributions, government good will, and like - minded partners and sponsors.

Alan Guth, a physicist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology who pioneered the concept of inflation, says the analysis is convincing, but not so convincing that he's ready to abandon the possibility that BICEP2's data holds a signal in support of more obscure models of inflation.

But the whips are busy lining up their gangs in support of more malleable candidates.

Yesterday Boris supporters claimed they were confident of the support of more than 100 colleagues.

Steve Losquadro, the convention parliamentarian, said LaValle had the support of more than 40 proxy votes from Smithtown, or about 30 percent of Smithtown's committee vote.

Regardless of his opponent, the governor receives the support of more than eight in ten voters who identify as Democrats and has the support of, at least, a majority of independent voters statewide.

And Puerto Rico's Gov. Ricardo Rosselló told us Friday that he expects statehood to win the support of more than 70 percent of voters in the island's next plebiscite — which ironically comes June 11, the same day as the parade.

He has regularly testified at City Council hearings in support of more Council transparency, and praised Council Speaker Melissa Mark - Viverito, Council member Brad Lander, chair of the Rules Committee, and Council member Kallos for their leadership on the issue and including tech developers in the deliberative process.

«With three weeks until primary day, Zephyr Teachout has the support of more than half of likely Democratic primary voters and a commanding 30 - point lead,» stated Siena College pollster Steven Greenberg in the press release announcing the poll.

While Nixon does a little better among younger and upstate Democrats, she doesn't have the support of more than one - quarter of either group.

Right now they're only in New York City, that has the support of more than three - quarters of voters and again, overwhelming bipartisan upstate / downstate support.»

Kirk so far has not won the support of the more conservative elements of his party, including some Tea Party activists in the state.

Paladino garners the support of more than six in ten Republicans who are likely to vote — 63 %, but only 11 % of likely Democratic voters.

New York submitted its proposal with the support of more than 60 local municipalities, businesses, tribal nations, state authorities, and state agencies that are teaming up on the application.

There is now a stronger case than ever that MPs should be elected with the support of more than half their voters — as they would be under the Alternative Voting system.

Former enterprise minister Iain Gray appeared the clear frontrunner to replace Wendy Alexander, having secured the support of more unions, elected members and constituency parties than his rivals.

The Siena Poll press release states: [«With the support of more than one - quarter of Democrats, Quinn has a significant nine - point lead over Weiner, her closest competitor.»]

Michelle Schimel (D - Port Washington) rallies on March 23, 2015, in support of more funds for schools and against the governor's emphasis on high - stakes testing.

It's conceivable that none of the many contenders for the Republican gubernatorial nomination will receive the support of more than 50 percent of the delegates.

As with our statement over the weekend, which garnered the support of more than 30 parliamentary candidates, local party chairs and party members, please email us on [email protected] to let us know if you agree with the sentiment of this statement, including what position, if any, you hold within the party.

ALBANY — Bronx senator Jeff Klein is rolling out the support of more labor unions, as the Working Families Party and its allies continue pressuring him to re-unite with mainstream Democrats.

Mr Cameron is widely expected to win, having the support of more than 100 Tory MPs and leading the opinion polls, but Mr Davis has insisted the race is not yet over.

Rice has the support of the more conservative elected officials including the democratic leaders of Queens, Brooklyn, Nassau and Suffolk as well as considerable support among those who are «tough on crime» including the Nassau County Patrolman's Benevolent Association.

Is the new populism therefore to be welcomed, harnessed and «mainstreamed» in support of more democracy?

In 2011, people from all over New York came forward to help us raise over $ 2 million in support of a more progressive agenda that will protect women's rights, safeguard the environment and ensure that those who can most easily afford it pay their fair share.

[in support of a more progressive agenda that will protect women's rights, safeguard the environment and ensure that those who can most easily afford it pay their fair share.]

As you know Bottle Babies has been created to support bottle feeding parents (no matter what is in the bottle) but that doesn't stop us from also being in support of more practical help for breastfeeding mums too.

«Global philanthropic support for efforts to prevent, mitigate, and resolve conflicts totaled $ 283 million in 2013... 288 foundations awarded nearly 2,000 grants in support of more than 1,200 organizations working for peace, justice, diplomacy, and national and global security, from conducting research on the prevention of nuclear terrorism to supporting citizen journalism in Egypt.

Season Three of the CRPC is made possible with the support of more than 10 sponsors including: Nielsen - Massey Vanillas, a manufacturer of the finest vanilla products and flavor extracts; Waring Commercial, a manufacturer of professional - quality appliances for the home, foodservice and laboratory industries; Steelite International, a manufacturer and supplier of tabletop ranges for the international hospitality industry; Wholesome Sweeteners, a leading provider of sustainable, environmentally and ethically responsible, great tasting sweeteners; PreGel America, a specialty dessert ingredients company; Midwest Foods, a specialty produce food distribution company; Will Powder, a producer of technical food ingredients; Frigomat, a company that manufactures ice cream machines; deZaan Gourmet, a producer of premium chocolate, cocoa powders, cocoa butter, chocolate batons, pralines; and Clifton Larsen Allen, a professional services and accountancy firm; and many more.

Together with Stefanie and with the support of more than 111,000 signers, we were successful in petitioning Whole Foods Market to sell ugly produce.

With our support, the beverages industry is committed to a number of aims designed at the progression of a more informed consumer base, including strong support of more educational programs directed at health, proper diet, and the importance of exercise.

They set up men who claimed the title but were not able to win the support of more than a minority.

The basic implications of the changes are a greater freedom of the church from party and state on the one hand and a wider range of political options for Catholics than support of the Christian Democratic party, options that include support of more vigorously reformist or radical parties of the left.

Grey emerged from the meeting with the support of more activists — individuals and small groups that had been fighting lonely battles with meager resources.

On June 9, an international group of scholars produced a petition, which was subsequently translated by volunteers into twelve languages and in less than two days received the support of more than one thousand Orthodox scholars from all over the world.