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Michael Gabelli Scholarship Opens Applications to Support Future Public Service Leaders
The Michael Gabelli Scholarship for Public Servants is now accepting applications for a $2,500 award to support students committed to careers in publi...

Paid Internships for Underserved Young Adults in Santa Cruz County
A new program offers more than 10 paid internships to young adults in underserved Santa Cruz County communities, providing wages, mentorship, and care...

Gwinnett County Development Sells Out, Turning 21 Working Families into Homeowners
The sellout of FORKVIEW in Gwinnett County shows how cross-sector partnerships can convert subsidized housing programs into lasting homeownership and ...

CAHEC's 2025 ESG Impact Report Highlights $75 Million New Markets Tax Credit Allocation and Community Investments
CAHEC's fourth annual ESG Impact Report reveals significant progress in community investment, including a $75 million New Markets Tax Credit allocatio...

Georgia Accounting Community Raises $363,000 to Fight Hunger, Providing 1.45 Million Meals
Georgia's accounting professionals raised $363,162.91 through the 2026 Georgia Accounting Food Fight, providing 1,452,652 meals for food-insecure resi...

UGI Utilities Expands Customer Outreach with Allentown Utility Wellness and Housing Fair
UGI Utilities is partnering with community organizations to host a free Utility Wellness and Housing Fair in Allentown, aiming to provide housing and ...

CAHEC's Youth Leadership Initiative Delivers Books, Supplies, and Summer Camp to Hundreds of Children
CAHEC's 2026 Youth Leadership Initiative provided books, school supplies, and 330 weeks of summer camp to youth in low-income communities, highlightin...

Flag Elite 2027 Winter Youth Basketball League Opens Registration, Offering NBA Court Experience
Unlocked Potential has opened registration for its Flag Elite 2027 Winter Youth Basketball League, giving Northern Arizona youth a chance to develop s...

The Way of the Holy Grail Brings Cultural Cycle to Seven Municipalities of Teruel, Highlighting Local Heritage and Territorial Identity
The Cultural Association 'The Way of the Holy Grail' is organizing a cultural cycle in seven Teruel municipalities from September 11 to 19, 2026, to p...

CAHEC New Markets Allocates $40 Million to Boost Early Education, Community Services, and Rural Healthcare
CAHEC New Markets has provided $40 million in New Markets Tax Credit financing to three projects that will expand early childhood education, community...

Colorado Rural Health Center Honors Rio Grande Hospital and Clinics During Safety Net Clinic Week
The Colorado Rural Health Center celebrated Safety Net Clinic Week by honoring Rio Grande Hospital and Clinics, highlighting the vital role of safety ...

MSAN and University of Notre Dame Extend Leadership Training Partnership for Military Spouses Through 2027
The Military Spouse Advocacy Network and the University of Notre Dame renew their collaboration to offer free virtual leadership and mental health cou...

Mission Driven Bank Fund and National Bankers Association Collaborate to Support Community-Focused Banks
The Mission Driven Bank Fund's webinar with the National Bankers Association highlights the importance of strategic capital, technical services, and i...

Local Business Owner Urges Communities to Invest in Youth Sports
Donald Deibler highlights the importance of community support for youth sports, citing declining participation rates and urging local action.

Flood the Food Banks Drive Collects Thousands of Pounds for Middlesex County Pantries
A community food drive organized by The Flood Law Firm and Middlesex United Way collected 2,500-3,000 pounds of food for 13 local pantries, highlighti...

California CDFI Securitizes Tax-Exempt Loans, Boosts Lending Capacity by Over $120 Million
California Community Reinvestment Corporation (CCRC) becomes the first CDFI to securitize tax-exempt loans in the public municipal market and secures ...

Peace Rides LA: A Grassroots Movement for Unity and Healing Expands Nationwide
The United in Peace Foundation's Peace Rides, which unite diverse communities in Los Angeles to combat violence and foster healing, have grown into a ...

Volunteer Ministers Launch Disaster Preparedness Initiative in Tulsa with Community Leaders and Cultural Celebration
The WUS Volunteer Ministers launched a disaster preparedness initiative in Tulsa, bringing together community leaders and organizations to enhance eme...

Atlanta Community Food Bank Welcomes New Board Members to Strengthen Hunger Relief Efforts
The Atlanta Community Food Bank announced new Governing and Advisory Board members to support its mission of making food assistance more accessible fo...

ICNA Relief’s Back2School Program Aims to Distribute 30,000 Backpacks Nationwide, Highlighting Community Solidarity
ICNA Relief’s annual Back2School Program will distribute over 30,000 backpacks across 45+ U.S. locations, underscoring the power of community collabor...

South Los Angeles Motorcade Honors Eric Washington and Calls for Community Peace
A memorial motorcade in South Los Angeles honored Eric Washington, who was killed while trying to de-escalate a conflict, and called for greater peace...

Hong Wei Liao and Botrich Inc. Support CYFA Youth Education Event Focused on Leadership and University Readiness
Hong Wei Liao and Botrich Inc. supported a Canada Youth Funding Association event emphasizing leadership, resilience, and university preparation for s...

Elizabeth Welcome Station Receives Leisa Collins Historic Preservation Award
The Elizabeth Welcome Station, a newly opened cultural gateway, has been honored with the Leisa Collins Historic Preservation Award for its restoratio...

New Data Reveals Food Insecurity Affects Every Georgia County, Rural Areas Hit Hardest
Feeding America's Map the Meal Gap study shows 1 in 6 Georgians, including 1 in 5 children, experienced food insecurity in 2024, with rural counties b...

Entrepreneur Arthur Deibler Urges Small Businesses to Become Community Hubs
Arthur Deibler, owner of multiple businesses in Valley View, PA, emphasizes that local businesses should prioritize building community connections ove...

XGirls Launches AI-Enhanced Community Platform for Asian Women
XGirls, founded by Kathy Li, launches an AI-enhanced online platform for Asian women to discover curated events, connect with like-minded peers, and a...

Phoenix Latin Youth Learn Moral Principles in Church of Scientology Workshop
A two-day workshop at the Church of Scientology of Phoenix taught children from the Latin community practical moral principles from 'The Way to Happin...

Valencia by FivePoint: A Master-Planned Community Designed for Connection and Lifestyle
Valencia by FivePoint offers a blend of location, top schools, new homes, energy efficiency, and abundant outdoor amenities that foster a strong sense...

Ron Sturgeon Donates Kennedale's First Dog Park, Sturgeon Bark Park
Ron Sturgeon donated Sturgeon Bark Park, Kennedale's first dedicated dog park, providing a safe outdoor space for pets and a community gathering place...

Club Honduras International Honors Indigenous Women in Los Angeles
Club Honduras International held its first event outside Honduras at the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre International, celebrating Indigenous ...

New Non-Denominational Church Opens in Winston-Salem, Serving Triad Residents
Passion Church's new permanent location in Winston-Salem expands options for families in Walkertown and Kernersville seeking a welcoming, Bible-believ...

Peace Rides: Motorcyclists Transform Grief into Community Healing in South Central LA
A 70-year-old grandfather joins the Peace Rides after his grandson's murder, highlighting how the 14-year-old motorcycle initiative promotes peace and...

CAHEC Honors Five Recipients for Affordable Housing Excellence at 2026 Partners Conference
CAHEC recognized five outstanding individuals and organizations for their contributions to affordable housing and community development, highlighting ...

Colombia Nonprofit Integrates Mental Health Into Community Empowerment Model
Centro de Transformacion Integral launches a structured community development initiative in Colombia that pairs integral transformation workshops with...


