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July 1, 2024
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Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, Baltimore Ravens Announce Multi-Year Partnership

The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (MCSF) has announced a multi-year partnership with the Baltimore Ravens, including a $10,000 donation for Maryland Marine children’s education in 2024-2025, according to Citybiz. Ravens Head Coach John Harbaugh and linebacker Trenton Simpson, the son of a military veteran, recently met with three local scholars, their families and MCSF representatives at Ravens HQ in Owings Mills, Maryland. The partnership also features MCSF as the highlighted military nonprofit during November’s Salute to Service Month activities.

Fort Walker, Bowling Green Forge Contracting Partnership

Fort Walker and the town of Bowling Green, Virginia have entered into an intergovernmental service agreement to enhance efficiency and boost the local economy, according to an Army story. Under the agreement, Bowling Green will provide contracting services to Fort Walker, resulting in $230,000 annual savings for the fort and additional revenue for the town.

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July 1, 2024
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