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Community school advocates back more funding but demand fixes for program flaws
Credit: Allison Shelley for American EducationCredit: Allison Shelley for American EducationProponents of the community school movement want lawmakers to invest more in the seven-year state initiative to bring essential services to…
Information Sharing Brings Community Together and Announces Open Post Events | Article
The Brady Organization Asks Hollywood to Examine On-Screen Gun Violence – Deadline
The Brady Organization Against Gun Violence is calling on Hollywood writers, directors and producers to examine on-screen gun violence and depictions of gun safety, asking the creative community to sign a pledge that has already…
Heartland Winery organizes a grape crushing event to help the Ill organization.
COBDEN, Ill. (KFVS) – A winery in southern Illinois invited its guests to participate in a grape treading event to help a local organization on Saturday.Wichmann Vineyard brought together people from across the region to participate in…
Event raises awareness of missing persons cases | News, Sports, Jobs
Photo submitted Pictured are participants during the 2019 Ride to Find 'Em in Celoron. The event returns on Saturday after a two-year hiatus.
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Innovia Foundation — building stronger communities
HEART OF ALENE - Since 1974, the Innovia Foundation of Spokane has improved communities in 20 counties in eastern Washington and northern Idaho, as well as six Native American tribes. On!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Long-range shooters take part in the “Death March” | Community sports
No lamas were harmed or injured during the Taos death march on Saturday March 26. Death March is a "hunter…
3 years, 3 tragedies: “I hope I’m done,” says Phil Yoakum | neighborhood…
BY DENNIS BUCKLEY for Neighborhood Extra
Three years ago, Phil Yoakum's cabin along the Platte River was engulfed in floodwaters.Two years ago, her son and only…
Flores Forbes, AVP of Community Affairs, Shares 5 Things That Excite Him About Columbia’s…
Encouraged by how quickly the university's emergency loan fund has built up during the COVID-19 pandemic, Forbes has focused on addressing inequality and racism at Columbia and improving relationships with the community.
“People want to…
C-Hope Ministries celebrates 4 years of giving to Early County
BLAKELY, Ga. (WTVY) - A community organization is celebrating 4 years of service to Early County.C-Hope Ministries CEO Darell Alexander says he is proud to see the countless initiatives they have launched since opening in 2018. He says the…
A m. Fixit’ helps West Philly residents and businesses cut red tape
Ryan Spak enjoys untangling titles, locating long-lost owners, and discovering how to reinvigorate vulnerable residential and commercial real estate in West Philadelphia."The more complicated the problem, the more fun it is to work on it,…
Founder of nonprofit One Community works to protect LGBTQ people
Angela Hughey poses for a portrait in Phoenix on March 2, 2022.
Mark Henle/The RepublicIn October 2008, Angela Hughey was in San Diego standing at the altar with the woman she had been in love with for 15 years. It was a moment she had…
Community members and hospitals reflect on 2 years of COVID-19
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Friday marks two years since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. This date marked the beginning of a lot of uncertainty for people around the world. Stay-at-home orders would soon follow,…
UNCF launches new digital platform for HBCU students
The United Negro College Fund, an organization representing historically black private colleges and universities, and Deloitte Digital have partnered to create a new online learning platform for HBCU students, faculty and staff.
The plan,…
Tribute to Paloma Vazquez, a Latina trans woman remembered by her community
More than 10,000 hate crimes in the United States involve a firearm each year, which equates to more than 28 a day, according to a 2020 report by HRC, Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, Giffords Law Center and Equality Florida…
Ukraine donation drive ends early after overwhelming response, organizers say
Organizers of a fundraiser in Ottawa for Ukraine say they can only accept donations for a few more days after being inundated with items over the weekend. At noon Saturday, the hall of the Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral in Ottawa was…
Nationwide search for new Penn public safety vice president begins, after Maureen Rush retires
Penn's public safety division is looking for its next vice president, following the retirement of police chief and vice president Maureen Rush last year.
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Legal aid for immigrants facing deportation moves forward in Oregon Senate – Oregon Capital…
The United States Constitution guarantees that anyone facing serious criminal charges can be represented by an attorney, and anyone who cannot afford an attorney will have one free of charge. People…
A group picks up litter on the historic Richmond Slave Trail
RICHMOND, Va. — Keep Virginia Cozy, a nonprofit dedicated to protecting Virginia's wilderness and cities, held its second annual trash cleanup Saturday in honor of Black History Month.Volunteers gathered at Ancarrow's Landing to remove…
Jewish and Japanese American groups among growing multiracial efforts calling for reparations for…
Black leaders of the civil rights movement were among the biggest supporters of the effort, she says. Masaoka said the winning reparations gave the Japanese-American community strength, a chance to stand up and a sense of responsibility.…
Universities should assess the value of experiential learning for PhDs (opinion)
American research universities have embarked on extensive efforts to improve the Ph.D. training and make it more student-centred. A key theme has been fostering experiential learning, which challenges PhD students to apply their research…
Non-profit organization works to end racism in the community
Jenessa Jimoh, Executive Director and Founder of Diversity Inclusion Values Action or DIVA for short, joined us on the show to share the importance of community organizations, having those difficult conversations with your family…
Proud Blue Jacket: FFA students recognized by local organization Eagle Grange | Community
For the second consecutive year, Eagle Grange no. 1 near Montgomery supported local FFA programs by…
Ryan becomes the official tax partner of the New Orleans Saints
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DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ryan, one of the world's leading providers of tax software and…
African youth are being paid to fight climate change by restoring mangrove ecosystems
KHamis Salim and the other 25 young people in his group had a busy day when I first met him in November at Tudor Creek along the Kenyan coast. Some were busy transplanting mangroves to the mudflats, while others were engaged in finding…
Teresa Guaba takes action and helps restore abandoned houses
The community consultant and founder of Neighbors 4 Revitalization advocates for the restoration of abandoned properties in the West End and South Side of Providence.
Guaba's Neighbors 4 revitalization organization led…
Duchess Kate wears a black and white check blazer in South London
Duchess Kate loves simple, classic styling, and there's nothing more classic than a blazer.The Duchess of Cambridge traveled to the London Borough of Southwark to meet parents and children from PACT (Parents and Children Together), a…
Sisters of Watts, Local Nonprofit, Selected for $10,000 Super Bowl Legacy LVI Grant
LA Assistant Defense Attorney Jonathan Hatami Discusses George Gascon Recall EffortsAssistant Los Angeles District Attorney Jonathan Hatami joined the studio to discuss the recall effort currently underway for current Los Angeles District…
Staging rural art – Agweek
CALEDONIA, Minnesota - It took a creatively driven New Caledonian to find a way to breathe more art into the rural community she grew up in.Melissa Wray, founder and director of Mainspring, returned to her rural…
Why San Diego Community Power’s Top CEO Pick Can’t Take the Job – Voice of San…
Artwork by Adriana Heldiz
San Diego's new government-run electric utility, which began providing service to residential customers on Tuesday, tried in 2020 to offer its leadership position to an employee beloved by clean energy…
A summer festival will be reborn in Portland
Nearly three years after the Old Port Festival was scrapped, a new Portland festival focusing on arts and music is scheduled for June at Thompson's Point.
Called Resurgam, the day-long event is hosted by the nonprofit Maine Academy of…
Out Boulder County Adds Youth Space
Youth groups in Out Boulder County now have a dedicated space that leaders of the organization hope will become a safe and welcoming community.
The Youth Space occupies one floor of the new Out Boulder County Community Center, located at…
Ongoing concerns about Mass. and Cass were aired at a community meeting
"I don't think you have complete control of the area," said Sue Sullivan, head of the Newmarket Business Association, which represents businesses in a place where one of the encampments was. "If you don't have this clinic under full…
Flushing organization voices concerns over transitional housing project, citing lack of transparency…
Flushing United, a newly formed organization of community and business leaders, is seeking answers on a transitional housing project in the community, as they presented a 50,000-signature petition expressing concerns about the development…
After Fatal Crash, Charlottesville Residents Want Fifth Street Changes | local government
After several fatal car crashes on Fifth Street leading to Charlottesville, community members are pushing the city to do more to keep it safe.Seven people have been killed in road accidents over the past six years. More…
collaboration in action: the UN and Girl Scouts | News
When it comes to life-changing experiences for young women, it's hard to beat the opportunities offered by Girl Scouts.
Girl Scouts has been providing…
Al Mezan: The international community must demand that Israel lift restrictions on Palestinian…
On January 9, 2022, at around 1 p.m., medical sources at the Palestine Medical Complex in Ramallah announced the death of 16-year-old Gaza resident Salim Mohammed al-Nawati from complications from leukemia. Al-Nawati was diagnosed…
Community-led projects receive gaming grants
People of all ages and abilities in communities across the province will benefit from improvements to nonprofit programs and services through capital project funding from the Community Gaming Grants!--googleon:>…
CAIR Condemns Texas Synagogue Hostage Taking and Works with Local Community Leaders to Learn More…
WASHINGTON, January 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim advocacy and civil rights organization, condemned today's hostage taking at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville,…
Grants Available to Local Communities for Main Street Revitalization | Hometown focus
REGIONAL - The Northland Foundation is seeking input from communities in northeast Minnesota who want to be part of a Main Street economic revitalization program. Northland could serve as a fiscal agent on behalf of area…
Martin Luther King Jr. Observance Day Welcomes New Officers and Board Members
As a community organization, the King Association is governed by a Board of Directors chosen by its members. We are happy to share that we have elected new offices. Several people were re-elected as members of the Council.!-->…
New adult coloring book showcases Asheville community gardens, showcases local talent, and connects…
Reducing stress is part of a healthy lifestyle. Adult coloring books are one of the latest trends to help. Thanks to a collaboration between Asheville Parks and Recreation, area nonprofits and agencies, and local artists, residents…
Community Leaders Respond to New City of Cincinnati Government
CINCINNATI - Cincinnati's newly elected city hall leaders have only been in office since Wednesday, but local leaders are not waiting to weigh on their expectations for this new term.
What would you like to know
Cincinnati has 10 new…
Bird Act turns off lights on city-owned buildings in an attempt to save feathered friends
Rita McMahon sees carnage fall from the sky.
Each year, approximately 1,000 injured birds are brought to the Wild Bird Fund, the Manhattan-based rehabilitation center she runs. Many arrive with double concussions, hitting buildings…
Colorado County Executives Respond to Resignation of Mind Springs Health CEO
Sharon Raggio, CEO and President of Mind Springs Health, has resigned from her post.Dean Humphrey / Courtesy photo
Mind Springs President and CEO Sharon Raggio stepped!-->…
Adams hits the ground running the first weekend as mayor
NEW YORK - As the sun rose over Yorkville, Mayor Eric Adams left Gracie Mansion on Sunday morning, hopped on a Citi bike and headed to work.The new mayor spent his first night at Gracie Mansion on Saturday. Aides said he has partially…
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