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Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
The Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation will receive $25,000 in unrestricted matching funds.The Foundation will participate in a year-long, subject-specific training sessions.The program is designed to strengthen rural community foundations.Every dollar donated helps us unlock the full $25k
The Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation will receive $25,000 in unrestricted matching funds.The Foundation will participate in a year-long, subject-specific training sessions.The program is designed to strengthen rural community foundations.Every dollar donated helps us unlock the full $25k
Arkansas Community Foundation
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is offering a doula training program.Pregnant residents of 41 Arkansas counties expected to give birth before Dec.31 will receive free services.The mothers will be supplied with contact information of doulas-in-training to choose from.The program is
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is offering a doula training program.Pregnant residents of 41 Arkansas counties expected to give birth before Dec.31 will receive free services.The mothers will be supplied with contact information of doulas-in-training to choose from.The program is
San Diego Foundation
Hundreds of students receive college scholarships through local organization NBC 7 San Diego.King delivered a speech on Saturday at the San Diego Zoo as part of The San Diego Foundation's (SDF) scholarship annual event.SDF also happens to be the largest non-university scholarship funder in San
Hundreds of students receive college scholarships through local organization NBC 7 San Diego.King delivered a speech on Saturday at the San Diego Zoo as part of The San Diego Foundation's (SDF) scholarship annual event.SDF also happens to be the largest non-university scholarship funder in San
Arizona Community Foundation
Arizona Community Foundation of Yavapai County has surpassed $100 million in assets under management.The milestone reflects the deep trust the community places in the community foundation.ACF is among the top 25 community foundations in the nation with more than $1.4 billion in trust and endowment
Arizona Community Foundation of Yavapai County has surpassed $100 million in assets under management.The milestone reflects the deep trust the community places in the community foundation.ACF is among the top 25 community foundations in the nation with more than $1.4 billion in trust and endowment
Changemakers, Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley
Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley to Host Annual Garden Party to Celebrate.As CFHV's signature fundraising event, it supports the organization's mission of inspiring and celebrating philanthropy across Dutchess, Ulster and Putnam counties.Proceeds from the Garden Party benefit CFHVs
Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley to Host Annual Garden Party to Celebrate.As CFHV's signature fundraising event, it supports the organization's mission of inspiring and celebrating philanthropy across Dutchess, Ulster and Putnam counties.Proceeds from the Garden Party benefit CFHVs
Communities Foundation of Texas, Dallas Foundation
The TACA Arts Accelerator, launched in 2023, is designed to strengthen leadership and business capacity in the arts sector.The program's content is grounded in the "flywheel effect" concept from Jim Collins' Good to Great.Tango has appointed Jill Martin as chief administrative officer and Steve
The TACA Arts Accelerator, launched in 2023, is designed to strengthen leadership and business capacity in the arts sector.The program's content is grounded in the "flywheel effect" concept from Jim Collins' Good to Great.Tango has appointed Jill Martin as chief administrative officer and Steve
Minneapolis Foundation
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to release $180 million in federal funding for environmental justice projects, including $60 million in the Pacific Northwest.The Environmental Protection Agency had blocked that funding in February.The agency had selected Seattle-based
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to release $180 million in federal funding for environmental justice projects, including $60 million in the Pacific Northwest.The Environmental Protection Agency had blocked that funding in February.The agency had selected Seattle-based
Community Foundation of Abilene
Big Country's CASA program seeks volunteers to support local foster children.Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) organization has expressed a dire need for volunteers in the Big Country.CASA volunteers step in to bring stability and advocate for the child's best interest.Local volunteer
Big Country's CASA program seeks volunteers to support local foster children.Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) organization has expressed a dire need for volunteers in the Big Country.CASA volunteers step in to bring stability and advocate for the child's best interest.Local volunteer
Ameriprise Financial
Ameriprise Financial announced nearly $2 million in donations to over 85 nonprofits across the U.S. as part of its first round of 2025 grants, along with $1.58 million in matching gifts from employees and advisors. The company focuses its giving on meeting basic needs, supporting vibrant
Ameriprise Financial announced nearly $2 million in donations to over 85 nonprofits across the U.S. as part of its first round of 2025 grants, along with $1.58 million in matching gifts from employees and advisors. The company focuses its giving on meeting basic needs, supporting vibrant
Collaboratory
Collaboratory for Equity in Water Allocations (COEQWAL) is developing tools and strategies to help communities adapt.Just Transitions project is analyzing the Delta's salinity changes and exploring ways to respond.The project aims to make California's water planning more inclusive by involving a
Collaboratory for Equity in Water Allocations (COEQWAL) is developing tools and strategies to help communities adapt.Just Transitions project is analyzing the Delta's salinity changes and exploring ways to respond.The project aims to make California's water planning more inclusive by involving a
California Community Foundation, International Community Foundation, San Diego Foundation
Allison Branning led SDZG's first-ever comprehensive fundraising campaign, raising $530 million.Sean Briner has been part of the University Advancement division at California State University San Marcos for 14 years.The Elino Fund's e-newsletter provides philanthropy news and strategies for clients
Allison Branning led SDZG's first-ever comprehensive fundraising campaign, raising $530 million.Sean Briner has been part of the University Advancement division at California State University San Marcos for 14 years.The Elino Fund's e-newsletter provides philanthropy news and strategies for clients
Quad Cities Community Foundation
Quad Cities Community Foundation's Teens for Tomorrow program has allowed area high school students to guide philanthropic efforts and award grants.This year's cohort focused on four key areas: affordable education and childcare, food insecurity, immigration support, and supportive housing.Students
Quad Cities Community Foundation's Teens for Tomorrow program has allowed area high school students to guide philanthropic efforts and award grants.This year's cohort focused on four key areas: affordable education and childcare, food insecurity, immigration support, and supportive housing.Students
Hartford Foundation for Public Giving
More than 110 of this year's graduating students will receive scholarships.The Hartford Foundation plans to continue the program into the future.To qualify, students must be Hartford residents for all four years of high school, attend a public high school in Hartford, graduate with a 3.0 grade
More than 110 of this year's graduating students will receive scholarships.The Hartford Foundation plans to continue the program into the future.To qualify, students must be Hartford residents for all four years of high school, attend a public high school in Hartford, graduate with a 3.0 grade
Community Foundation of North Central Washington
The Community Foundation of NCW has awarded $144,000 through its new Legacy Fund Grant program.Of the 51 applicants, 37 were funded; additional gifts to the Okanogan Valley Legacy Fund will help build the endowment and increase the grant award allotment each year."We believe that connecting
The Community Foundation of NCW has awarded $144,000 through its new Legacy Fund Grant program.Of the 51 applicants, 37 were funded; additional gifts to the Okanogan Valley Legacy Fund will help build the endowment and increase the grant award allotment each year."We believe that connecting
Community Foundation of North Central Washington
Dozens of Okanogan County Non-Profits Receive Grants.Community Foundation of North Central Washington recognizes Founder's Circle donors Peter Mullen and Tambra Zimmerman, Karent Nichols and Alan Watson, and Jeremy and Karen Butler.New Legacy Fund Grant program provides $144,000 to 37 different
Dozens of Okanogan County Non-Profits Receive Grants.Community Foundation of North Central Washington recognizes Founder's Circle donors Peter Mullen and Tambra Zimmerman, Karent Nichols and Alan Watson, and Jeremy and Karen Butler.New Legacy Fund Grant program provides $144,000 to 37 different
Colorado Trust, Western Colorado Community Foundation
Outdoor Youth Fest in Montrose is Saturday.Free festival offers kids and families a preview of sports, camps, and activities available throughout the summer.Therea€™s something for every age group, said Anita Evans of Friends of Youth and Nature (FOYAN) Some of the groups providing
Outdoor Youth Fest in Montrose is Saturday.Free festival offers kids and families a preview of sports, camps, and activities available throughout the summer.Therea€™s something for every age group, said Anita Evans of Friends of Youth and Nature (FOYAN) Some of the groups providing
North Texas Community Foundation
A Fort Worth Report-hosted Candid Conversation event May 22 will explore the future of philanthropy in Fort Worth.Nonprofits' needs are changing and local foundations are making advanced plans to make up what they can for funding losses.A panel of leaders and experts will discuss how Fort Worth's
A Fort Worth Report-hosted Candid Conversation event May 22 will explore the future of philanthropy in Fort Worth.Nonprofits' needs are changing and local foundations are making advanced plans to make up what they can for funding losses.A panel of leaders and experts will discuss how Fort Worth's
Oregon Community Foundation
Prairie City Senior Center and Heart of Grant County to each receive $15K in OCF funding - Elkhorn Media Group.Two entities in Grant County will be getting $15,000 each, thanks to the latest round of grant funding from the Oregon Community
Prairie City Senior Center and Heart of Grant County to each receive $15K in OCF funding - Elkhorn Media Group.Two entities in Grant County will be getting $15,000 each, thanks to the latest round of grant funding from the Oregon Community
Coastal Community Foundation, San Diego Foundation
Youth Fundraising Update: Over $90,000 has been raised to support youth in crisis.Summer Grant Cycle will open July 21, 2025 and close August 22, 2025.$838,704 in Opening the Outdoors grants awarded to 24 nonprofit organizations that offer equitable access to outdoor spaces in San Diego
Youth Fundraising Update: Over $90,000 has been raised to support youth in crisis.Summer Grant Cycle will open July 21, 2025 and close August 22, 2025.$838,704 in Opening the Outdoors grants awarded to 24 nonprofit organizations that offer equitable access to outdoor spaces in San Diego
Maine Community Foundation
The initiative aims to fill a gap identified by a 2023 needs assessment completed by the foundation.The foundation aims to strengthen Maine communities by ensuring strong, local news coverage in all parts of the state.The initiative was launched last week by the Maine Community Foundation.For more
The initiative aims to fill a gap identified by a 2023 needs assessment completed by the foundation.The foundation aims to strengthen Maine communities by ensuring strong, local news coverage in all parts of the state.The initiative was launched last week by the Maine Community Foundation.For more
Oregon Community Foundation
A generous grant from the Betsy Priddy Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation made this coverage possible.65,000 Oregon children are enrolled in the Imagination Library, which is approximately thirty percent of all children under the age of five in our state.Children can be registered as early as
A generous grant from the Betsy Priddy Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation made this coverage possible.65,000 Oregon children are enrolled in the Imagination Library, which is approximately thirty percent of all children under the age of five in our state.Children can be registered as early as
New York Community Trust
Point Source Youth's first-of-its-kind program gave one-time cash payments between $645 and $9,900 to young people at imminent risk of losing their housing.In one instance, one participant worked for UberEats and needed their phone to be able to take orders, earn money and pay their rent.The
Point Source Youth's first-of-its-kind program gave one-time cash payments between $645 and $9,900 to young people at imminent risk of losing their housing.In one instance, one participant worked for UberEats and needed their phone to be able to take orders, earn money and pay their rent.The
Washington County Community Foundation, Washington County Community Foundation
Hays Lions Club and Washington County Community Foundation will be donating a combined sum of $3,347 to KSDS Assistance Dogs to finance the nonprofit's ADA-compliant door installations.This will address practical barriers for clients and visitors with mobility challenges.For partner organizations
Hays Lions Club and Washington County Community Foundation will be donating a combined sum of $3,347 to KSDS Assistance Dogs to finance the nonprofit's ADA-compliant door installations.This will address practical barriers for clients and visitors with mobility challenges.For partner organizations
Broomfield Community Foundation
The Broomfield Veterans Museum got its start nearly 25 years ago.Six founding veterans saw a gap in the city.The museum's bimonthly Coffee and Conversation series serves as a way to bridge the gap between veterans and civilians.They focus on humanizing artifacts, like uniforms that students can
The Broomfield Veterans Museum got its start nearly 25 years ago.Six founding veterans saw a gap in the city.The museum's bimonthly Coffee and Conversation series serves as a way to bridge the gap between veterans and civilians.They focus on humanizing artifacts, like uniforms that students can
Watertown Community Foundation
Volunteers Lent a Hand at the Watertown Housing Authority During Watertown Helps Out | Watertown News Volunteers Lent a hand at the watertown housing authority.The Watertown Community Foundation organized the annual WatertownHelps Out Day.These projects integrate local businesses and neighbors
Volunteers Lent a Hand at the Watertown Housing Authority During Watertown Helps Out | Watertown News Volunteers Lent a hand at the watertown housing authority.The Watertown Community Foundation organized the annual WatertownHelps Out Day.These projects integrate local businesses and neighbors
Community Foundation for the Alleghenies
Fund established to support disaster recovery in Somerset County.Community Foundation for the Alleghenies partners with Somerset County commissioners to establish the Somerset County Disaster Recovery Fund.Fund will provide needed financial support to local organizations assisting our friends and
Fund established to support disaster recovery in Somerset County.Community Foundation for the Alleghenies partners with Somerset County commissioners to establish the Somerset County Disaster Recovery Fund.Fund will provide needed financial support to local organizations assisting our friends and
Victoria Foundation
The 2025 Vital Signs citizen survey, open until May 30, explores a variety of issue areas for Greater Victoria, from transportation and housing to the arts and the environment.The survey, along with local facts and statistics, will help inform this year's Victoria's Vital Signs report.Complete the
The 2025 Vital Signs citizen survey, open until May 30, explores a variety of issue areas for Greater Victoria, from transportation and housing to the arts and the environment.The survey, along with local facts and statistics, will help inform this year's Victoria's Vital Signs report.Complete the
Lancaster County Community Foundation
In Lancaster County alone, nonprofit organizations received over $180 million in federal grants in 2024.If the federal government withdraws needed support, decades of this community's hard work to build a thriving Lancaster County will be at risk of grinding to a halt or being reversed.One United
In Lancaster County alone, nonprofit organizations received over $180 million in federal grants in 2024.If the federal government withdraws needed support, decades of this community's hard work to build a thriving Lancaster County will be at risk of grinding to a halt or being reversed.One United
Victoria Foundation
The 2025 Vital Signs citizen survey explores a variety of issue areas for Greater Victoria, from transportation and housing to the arts and the environment.The survey, along with local facts and statistics, will help inform this year's Victoria's Vital Signs report.Complete the survey and be
The 2025 Vital Signs citizen survey explores a variety of issue areas for Greater Victoria, from transportation and housing to the arts and the environment.The survey, along with local facts and statistics, will help inform this year's Victoria's Vital Signs report.Complete the survey and be
Vermont Community Foundation
Lawson's Finest & the Vermont Women's Fund celebrate International Women's Day.The event featured a keynote from Emily Bush, Director of the Vermont women's Fund.The Community Foundation and its partners put more than $70 million annually to work in Vermont communities and beyond."It's really
Lawson's Finest & the Vermont Women's Fund celebrate International Women's Day.The event featured a keynote from Emily Bush, Director of the Vermont women's Fund.The Community Foundation and its partners put more than $70 million annually to work in Vermont communities and beyond."It's really
Idaho Community Foundation
Donors contributed over $5.1 million to support state nonprofits during the four-day event, April 28-May 1.The Idaho Humane Society recorded the most donors: 698 raising $76,199.There are over 2,000 active nonprofits in Idaho, according to the
Donors contributed over $5.1 million to support state nonprofits during the four-day event, April 28-May 1.The Idaho Humane Society recorded the most donors: 698 raising $76,199.There are over 2,000 active nonprofits in Idaho, according to the
Victoria Foundation
It's part of the Victoria Foundation's Vital Youth program.The program is in its 22nd year, and hopes to inspire students to make their communities better.It aims to tackle issues like mental health and addictions, the housing crisis and the high cost of
It's part of the Victoria Foundation's Vital Youth program.The program is in its 22nd year, and hopes to inspire students to make their communities better.It aims to tackle issues like mental health and addictions, the housing crisis and the high cost of
Niagara Community Foundation
The Niagara Community Foundation is celebrating its 25th anniversary.The foundation has raised $91.5 million and granted over $32 million to charities across the region.May is the first in a series of flag raisings in all 12 Niagara municipalities.NCF is reminding individuals and investors that
The Niagara Community Foundation is celebrating its 25th anniversary.The foundation has raised $91.5 million and granted over $32 million to charities across the region.May is the first in a series of flag raisings in all 12 Niagara municipalities.NCF is reminding individuals and investors that
Nebraska Community Foundation
On January 23, 1971, she married Robert "Bob" Brandt at the United Methodist Chapel on the UNL campus.After college, Barb worked as a physical education teacher for two years in Stuart, Iowa.In her'spare' time you could find her in Kearney at a play, movie or restaurant with her youngest brother
On January 23, 1971, she married Robert "Bob" Brandt at the United Methodist Chapel on the UNL campus.After college, Barb worked as a physical education teacher for two years in Stuart, Iowa.In her'spare' time you could find her in Kearney at a play, movie or restaurant with her youngest brother
Santa Barbara Foundation
The Santa Barbara Education Foundation (SBEF) hosted the Hope Awards to celebrate creativity and recognize individuals and programs making a lasting difference for students.More than $100,000 of the proceeds will support Teacher and Student Grants, which provide essential resources for creative,
The Santa Barbara Education Foundation (SBEF) hosted the Hope Awards to celebrate creativity and recognize individuals and programs making a lasting difference for students.More than $100,000 of the proceeds will support Teacher and Student Grants, which provide essential resources for creative,
Community Foundation of Sarasota County, Manatee Community Foundation
Harvest House provides affordable housing and addiction recovery services.The Skilled Companion Dog Program provides dogs that serve as loyal companions and teachers.Bridge A Life supports children from birth to age 18 and beyond, extending help to youth aging out of the foster care system.Tree
Harvest House provides affordable housing and addiction recovery services.The Skilled Companion Dog Program provides dogs that serve as loyal companions and teachers.Bridge A Life supports children from birth to age 18 and beyond, extending help to youth aging out of the foster care system.Tree
Arkansas Community Foundation
The Faulkner County Urban Farm Project (UFP) has been awarded three competitive grants totaling $3,600 so far in 2025.The grants will bolster its efforts to address food insecurity and promote food literacy.The UFP is part of the Arkansas Community Foundation's Giving Tree Grant program.The
The Faulkner County Urban Farm Project (UFP) has been awarded three competitive grants totaling $3,600 so far in 2025.The grants will bolster its efforts to address food insecurity and promote food literacy.The UFP is part of the Arkansas Community Foundation's Giving Tree Grant program.The
Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro, Cemala Foundation
Residents are being invited to provide input regarding the "vision for the Future of Downtown Greensboro" The Thrive35 Vision Plan that's now under discussion will take community suggestions into account.The public can also offer input on downtown Greensboro's future by taking part in the recently
Residents are being invited to provide input regarding the "vision for the Future of Downtown Greensboro" The Thrive35 Vision Plan that's now under discussion will take community suggestions into account.The public can also offer input on downtown Greensboro's future by taking part in the recently
Lawson Foundation
The Earth Day announcement comes less than six months after nine charities and wealthy families agreed to invest $405 million over the next decade.Most of the funds announced this week $70 million came from the Lawson Foundation, with $60 million of that total devoted to a new, multidisciplinary
The Earth Day announcement comes less than six months after nine charities and wealthy families agreed to invest $405 million over the next decade.Most of the funds announced this week $70 million came from the Lawson Foundation, with $60 million of that total devoted to a new, multidisciplinary
San Diego Foundation
The San Diego Foundation awarded $838,704 in Opening the Outdoors grants to 24 nonprofit organizations.The grantees will help address inequities and enhance access to the outdoors throughout San Diego County.Christina DeBenedict is the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer of the UC
The San Diego Foundation awarded $838,704 in Opening the Outdoors grants to 24 nonprofit organizations.The grantees will help address inequities and enhance access to the outdoors throughout San Diego County.Christina DeBenedict is the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer of the UC
Baltimore Community Foundation
Donor Intent Watch looks at the distribution of funds raised in the wake of the Key Bridge collapse.Jim Langley of Langley Innovations offers laudable fundraising advice for charitable organizations.The community foundation has acknowledged that the purpose of its fund was altered because of
Donor Intent Watch looks at the distribution of funds raised in the wake of the Key Bridge collapse.Jim Langley of Langley Innovations offers laudable fundraising advice for charitable organizations.The community foundation has acknowledged that the purpose of its fund was altered because of
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Gulf Coast Community Foundation
Community Foundation of Sarasota County
Louisiana Disaster Recovery Foundation
Greater New Orleans Foundation
Arizona Community Foundation
Washington Area Women's Foundation
Gates Foundation
Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
Sea Change Foundation
San Diego Foundation
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When it Comes to Social Enterprises, Failure is the Best Platform for Innovation
In the world of social enterprises, failure is a cringe-worthy moment nobody wants to talk about. But, social entrepreneurs can benefit from their failures.