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Grampus griseus, commonly known as Risso's Dolphins, in alternative terms.

Large dolphin species known as Risso's dolphins or Grampus griseus (named by G. Cuvier in 1812) exhibit a build reminiscent of pilot whales, featuring round heads. They go by the common name Grampus as well.

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Grampus griseus, more commonly known as Risso's Dolphins, find themselves in a research study.
Grampus griseus, more commonly known as Risso's Dolphins, find themselves in a research study.

THE NCSL FOUNDATION'S BENEFACTORS

Grampus griseus, commonly known as Risso's Dolphins, in alternative terms.

Let's take a gander at the bigwigs who give a damn about the NCSL Foundation for State Legislatures - a collection of high-powered peeps from corporations, unions, and various organizations. Here's the lowdown:

Capitol Circle Supporters (Pitching in $50k or more):

  • We got Airbnb and Amazon, the tech titans.
  • America's Credit Unions ain't no slouch neither.
  • The American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) is all about your health, pal.
  • The American Gas Association, keeping your homes warm and cozy.
  • Hotel owners' association, the American Hotel & Lodging Association, ensuring you've got a place to crash.
  • Kratom lovers, the American Kratom Association, needs their fix.
  • AT&T, the granddaddy of telecoms.
  • Avangrid, keeping the lights on and offices hummin'.
  • Axon, making sure law enforcement stays on track.
  • Cenovus Energy, fueling our rides.
  • Chevron, doing the same on a global scale.
  • Cisco Systems, bringing you connectivity.
  • Consumer Data Industry Association (CDIA), keeping tabs on their data.
  • CTIA - The Wireless Association, pretty self-explanatory.
  • DeleteMe, helping you scrub away unwanted digital info.
  • Dominion Energy, Inc., generating juice for homes and businesses.
  • Esri, mapping out the world for us.
  • General Motors, getting you from A to B in style.
  • Google, keeping your life online organized and accessible.
  • Honeywell International, Inc., likely keeping cool your homes and offices.
  • Intuit, making money management a breeze.
  • Johnson & Johnson, band-aids, baby shampoo, and more.
  • Maximus, managing government services.
  • National Beer Wholesalers Association, quenching your thirst.
  • NCTA—The Internet & Television Association, streaming your favorite shows.
  • Nuclear Energy Institute, using atomic power for electricity.
  • Oracle, powering businesses worldwide.
  • PMI Global Services Inc., helping with... well, we're not exactly sure.
  • Rocket, rocketing you to success?
  • Sazerac, keeping the cocktails flowing.
  • Stand Together Trust, uniting people through philanthropy.
  • TIAA, managing retirement funds.
  • TikTok, Inc., getting you entertained.
  • Turo, the car-sharing platform.
  • Verizon, another telecom juggernaut.
  • Vistra Corp., generating power across North America.
  • Walmart, your go-to grocery store and more.
  • Western Governors University, offering online education.

Platinum Sponsors ($30k):

  • 1-800 CONTACTS, Inc., your source for all things contacts.
  • Adobe, the graphic design big dog.
  • Ancestry, helping you research your family tree.
  • Apple, the tech giant.
  • Block, the financial services company.
  • Bombardier, building aerospace and transportation goods.
  • The Carpet and Rug Institute, making sure your flooring is quality.
  • Charter Communications, bringing you cable TV and internet.
  • Cigna, healthcare coverage for millions.
  • Code.org, teaching computer science to students.
  • Comcast Corporation, another telecom titan.
  • Consumer Healthcare Products Association, keeping consumers healthy.
  • CSL Behring, a global leader in biotherapies.
  • Curriculum Associates, helping schools teach kids better.
  • CVS Health, a pharmacy and healthcare company.
  • Darden Restaurants, serving up delicious food.
  • Dell, your laptop or PC provider.
  • Deloitte, providing consulting and auditing services.
  • Diageo, the spirits giant.
  • DoorDash, delivering food to your doorstep.
  • eBay Inc., the online marketplace.
  • Edward Jones, an investment firm.
  • Eli Lilly & Company, pharmaceuticals for various health conditions.
  • Entertainment Software Association, representing video game companies.
  • Everytown for Gun Safety, promoting gun safety and gun laws.
  • Gilead Sciences, a biopharmaceutical company.
  • GlaxoSmithKline, another pharma powerhouse.
  • Global Medical Response, emergency medical services.
  • HCA Healthcare, providing healthcare services across America.
  • Heartland Forward, promoting Midwest interests.
  • HMH, a publisher.
  • Humana, another insurance provider.
  • Information Technology Industry Council (ITI), advocating for tech companies.
  • JPMorgan Chase, one of the world's largest banks.
  • Las Vegas Sands, casino resorts worldwide.
  • Lenovo, providing laptops, tablets, and smartphones.
  • Live Nation, the concert and festival powerhouse.
  • Lyft, the ride-hailing platform.
  • McDonald's, fast food for all occasions.

Gold Sponsors ($15k):

  • 3M Company, providing a wide range of products from Post-it Notes to healthcare supplies.
  • AARP, helping out senior citizens.
  • ACT | The App Association, representing mobile app creators.
  • ADM, a food processing and commodities trading company.
  • Advanced Energy United, a nonprofit promoting clean energy policies.
  • The Advocacy Group (TAG)/FOCUS, a Leonine Business, advocating for multiple clients.
  • ...and so on, we'll let you explore the names yourself.

Joining the mix of various sponsors, Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) enthusiasts might be intrigued to discover an MMA promotions company among the Platinum Sponsors, contributing $30k towards the foundation. Also, under the Gold Sponsors ($15k), you'll find a sports apparel and footwear giant, showing their support for the NCSL Foundation's mission.

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