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Match Magic: Cobb Community Foundation Raises $808,000 for Local Nonprofits
The Cobb Community Foundation’s Match Magic campaign was an undeniable triumph, raising an astounding $808,000 in total for community impact. Twenty-five local nonprofits collaborated with the Foundation to collect $700,000 from generous donors. These funds were boosted by a $108,000 match pool, with nonprofits receiving a proportional share of the match money based on their…
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ACSM Announces Top Fitness Trends for 2025
INDIANAPOLIS — Technology applications in the fitness industry continue to build momentum as Wearable Technology, Mobile Exercise Apps and Data-Driven Training Technology all appear in the top 10 of the 2025 ACSM Worldwide Fitness Trends. The report was published today by the American College of Sports Medicine in its November/December issue of ACSM’s Health &…
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Fostering Education Scholarship Fund Celebrates Five Scholarship Recipients for Fall 2024
The Cobb Community Foundation (CCF) is thrilled to announce the five scholarship recipients named by the Fostering Education Scholarship Fund (FESF) for the fall 2024 semester. Established in 2021, this scholarship aims to ease the financial burden for students pursuing higher education. To date, FESF has awarded an impressive $32,500, including $12,500 this semester alone.…
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Health & Fitness Association Looks Forward to Partnering on Policies for a Healthier, Stronger America
Washington, DC—November 6, 2024—The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) congratulates President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance on their election and looks forward to collaborating on impactful health policies that improve access to physical activity, a cornerstone of both mental and physical wellness for Americans of all ages. In the face of a national…
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U.S. Fitness Facility Membership Reaches Historic High According to HFA
BOSTON, MA—October 16, 2024—As more Americans prioritize their health and wellness, U.S. fitness facilities reached a record 72.9 million members in 2023, representing 23.7% of the U.S. population aged six and older, according to new data from the Health & Fitness Association (HFA). These findings are detailed in the 2024 U.S. Health & Fitness Consumer Report,…
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Professionalism and excellent customer service!
I have been dealing with a Tammy Johnson over the past week or so in order to get a repair done on one of our weight machines. I always like to bring attention to someone doing a good job, and Tammy definitely is. Her professionalism and actual customer service – – rare things in business today…
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Giving Back at the AUMC Food Pantry: A Humbling Experience
Today was a day of giving back at the AUMC Food Pantry! It is always such a humbling and heartwarming experience. Volunteering here is not just about helping others—it’s a reminder of the importance of community and connection. Today, we served 225 families by unloading food from Atlanta Food Bank and outside sponsors, packing boxes…
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A Milestone Moment: CCMG’s 5th Annual Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
On November 1st, we celebrated the unveiling of the free fitness center awarded to Northeast High School. The wellness space was made possible through the Chris Conti Memorial Grant. The CCMG was established in 2020 to honor the memory and legacy of our co-founder, Chris Conti, who passed away in March of 2019. The creation…
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Intenza has a new with the ability to accelerate/decorate from 0 – 15.6 MPH in 21 seconds.
The Intenza 450Ti2S HIIT Treadmill is designed for high-intensity interval training, offering rapid acceleration and deceleration capabilities from 0 to 15.6 MPH in just 21 seconds. This feature makes it an excellent choice for clients who incorporate HIIT into their workout routines, providing an efficient and versatile platform for intense cardiovascular workouts. Its design caters…
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Join us for a very special ribbon-cutting celebration!
Exciting News! Join us for a very special ribbon-cutting celebration as we unveil the new FREE fitness center benefiting Northeast High School and made possible by the Chris Conti Memorial Grant! Let’s come together to celebrate this incredible addition dedicated to promoting health and wellness for all Don’t miss out on the festivities! Mark your calendars: November 1st at 1pm at…
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The Cobb Community Foundation news release about the launch of its “Activate Good 5-year plan:
For three decades, Cobb Community Foundation (CCF) has been at the forefront of philanthropy in Cobb County, evolving from a small local charitable fund to an independent community foundation in 2005. “Our roles as a benefactor, a charitable bank, and a master connector have positively impacted Cobb and the surrounding areas. With our growth, our…
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Cobb Chamber’s Public Safety Appreciation Week
One of our favorite service projects each year is getting to be a part of the Cobb Chamber’s Public Safety Appreciation Week! Today, we dropped off these baskets to Fire Station 16 and Fire Station 26 to thank them for all they do for our community! The Cobb Chamber’s annual Public Safety Appreciation Week allows…
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