Julie Allen Named Executive Director of Corvias Foundation

WARWICK, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr 30, 2024--

Corvias has appointed Julie Allen as the new Executive Director of Corvias Foundation in service to supporting the educational dreams of military families. With a background spanning 40 years in education and non-profit sectors, Allen will lead the Foundation into its next chapter of success.

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Since its founding in 2006, Corvias Foundation has donated more than $15 million in scholarships to military-connected students and provided scholarships to more than 450 students.

“With a background deeply rooted in educational advancement and impactful, responsible program development, Julie brings a unique perspective that aligns with the Foundation's mission,” said Jen Sousa, Corvias Foundation board president. “Her strategic thinking, relentless learning mindset, and track record for establishing best-in-class programs make her a formidable asset for Corvias Foundation and the military families for which we advocate.”

"I am honored to join Corvias Foundation in its mission to support the educational dreams of military families," said Julie Allen. “I look forward to leading the Foundation into its next chapter, as we continue to make a meaningful impact on the lives of these remarkable individuals and their communities."

Allen added, "I believe education has the power to make a ripple effect to transform broader communities. Military-connected students possess exceptional resilience and unique perspectives. Our nation benefits when we support their aspirations.”

Prior to joining Corvias Foundation, Allen served as executive director of the non-profit organization Engineers in Action; founded her own non-profit organization, Lead Up; and held leadership positions at Boys Hope Girls Hope International and other educational institutions. She holds a Master of Arts from the University of Denver and a Bachelor of Music from Nebraska Wesleyan University.

As a 501(c)(3) organization, all donations to Corvias Foundation are tax deductible. To join the mission and contribute, please contact Corvias Foundation directly.

About Corvias

Corvias partners with the Department of Defense and higher education institutions to solve infrastructure and energy resiliency challenges and to create long-term, sustainable value through our unique Solutions Through Partnerships® approach. Corvias partnerships enhance the well-being in our communities, including at the largest renewable energy project in Kansas and at resiliency projects nationwide. Our more than 72,000 residents consistently highly rank the courtesy and professionalism of our maintenance and leasing personnel. To learn more, please visit: www.corvias.com.

About Corvias Foundation

Corvias Foundation creates educational opportunities for military families. Founded in 2006, we work to increase access to educational opportunities so that our scholars are empowered to pursue their dreams and make a greater impact in service to their communities. We have awarded more than $15 million in scholarships and grants to military-connected students and military spouses to support their education. More than 450 students and military spouses have received a Corvias Foundation scholarship, ranging from $5,000 up to $50,000.

Corvias Foundation, which is led by Julie Allen, Executive Director, supports the educational aspirations of military families. (Photo: Business Wire)

BALTIMORE (AP) — Baltimore’s former top prosecutor Marilyn Mosby has applied for a presidential pardon ahead of sentencing on her recent perjury and mortgage fraud convictions, according to The Baltimore Sun.

In a letter to President Joe Biden on Thursday, the Congressional Black Caucus expressed support for her cause, repeating claims made by Mosby and her attorneys that the prosecution was politically motivated, The Sun reported.

Mosby is set to be sentenced next week. She has asked for probation while prosecutors are seeking 20 months in prison.

“As a nation that leads by example, our justice system must not be weaponized to prevent progress toward a more perfect union,” wrote Rep. Steven Horsford, a Nevada Democrat who chairs the caucus.

The letter says Mosby submitted her pardon application on Wednesday. She recently appeared on MSNBC to argue her case.

Mosby served two terms as state’s attorney for Baltimore, earning a national profile for her progressive policies and several high-profile decisions. She brought charges against the police officers involved in the 2015 death of Freddie Gray, which ignited widespread protests against police brutality. None were convicted.

The federal criminal charges stemmed from allegations that Mosby claimed a pandemic-related hardship to make early withdrawals from her retirement account, then used that money for down payments on Florida properties. Prosecutors alleged she repeatedly lied on the mortgage applications.

Mosby lost re-election in 2022 after being indicted by a federal grand jury.

“While pardon applications generally express remorse and regret, what happens when justice was not served and in fact, denied?” Mosby wrote in her pardon application, according to The Sun. “No such remorse and regret is appropriate in this case.”

FILE - Then-Maryland State Attorney for Baltimore City Marilyn Mosby speaks during a news conference on Oct. 11, 2022, in Baltimore. Mosby has applied for a presidential pardon ahead of sentencing on her recent perjury and mortgage fraud convictions, according to The Baltimore Sun. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)