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IFCN launches new Business Continuity Fund for fact-checkers facing challenges - Poynter

The IFCN has established a Business Continuity Fund to aid fact-checking organizations affected by disasters and unrest.
#winter-fuel-payments

Tens of thousands of pensioners might not get Winter Fuel Payment by Christmas

Many pensioners will face delays in receiving Winter Fuel Payments due to a backlog in Pension Credit claims.

Ministers launch pension credit campaign after restricting winter fuel payments

The government limits winter fuel payments to pension credit claimants, sparking criticism and concern for vulnerable pensioners' wellbeing.

Ministers fear 120,000 most vulnerable pensioners to miss out on winter fuel payments

The government warns that vulnerable pensioners risk missing winter fuel payments amid a controversial policy change, urging them to apply for pension credits.

Tens of thousands of pensioners might not get Winter Fuel Payment by Christmas

Many pensioners will face delays in receiving Winter Fuel Payments due to a backlog in Pension Credit claims.

Ministers launch pension credit campaign after restricting winter fuel payments

The government limits winter fuel payments to pension credit claimants, sparking criticism and concern for vulnerable pensioners' wellbeing.

Ministers fear 120,000 most vulnerable pensioners to miss out on winter fuel payments

The government warns that vulnerable pensioners risk missing winter fuel payments amid a controversial policy change, urging them to apply for pension credits.
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#community-development

Brooklyn Credit Union Gets $1M to Support Underserved Communities

Brooklyn Cooperative Federal Credit Union received $1 million in funding to support working families and small businesses in New York's 7th Congressional District.

In Minnesota, a no-strings-attached cash programme for artists is gaining momentum

Springboard for the Arts is expanding its guaranteed income program for artists to support 100 individuals over a longer period.

Brooklyn Credit Union Gets $1M to Support Underserved Communities

Brooklyn Cooperative Federal Credit Union received $1 million in funding to support working families and small businesses in New York's 7th Congressional District.

In Minnesota, a no-strings-attached cash programme for artists is gaining momentum

Springboard for the Arts is expanding its guaranteed income program for artists to support 100 individuals over a longer period.
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#biden-administration

Two major student loan grace periods are set to expire this week. Here's what to know

Federal student loan support measures for borrowers, including the grace period and Fresh Start program, are expiring this week, leading to potential consequences for non-compliance.

Lame-duck Biden administration loans $6.6B to struggling Tesla rival Rivian

Rivian's shares surged after a significant loan from the Biden administration, aimed at reviving its halted factory project in Georgia.

Joe Biden's new student loan relief, explained

Biden unveils new plan to relieve student debt, aiming to assist millions of borrowers.
The plan targets reducing payments for 25 million borrowers, eliminating debt for over four million, and providing relief of $5,000 or more to 10 million borrowers.

Two major student loan grace periods are set to expire this week. Here's what to know

Federal student loan support measures for borrowers, including the grace period and Fresh Start program, are expiring this week, leading to potential consequences for non-compliance.

Lame-duck Biden administration loans $6.6B to struggling Tesla rival Rivian

Rivian's shares surged after a significant loan from the Biden administration, aimed at reviving its halted factory project in Georgia.

Joe Biden's new student loan relief, explained

Biden unveils new plan to relieve student debt, aiming to assist millions of borrowers.
The plan targets reducing payments for 25 million borrowers, eliminating debt for over four million, and providing relief of $5,000 or more to 10 million borrowers.
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#energy-bills

Every energy firm offering 150 energy bill support this winter - how to apply

Thousands of households could save £150 on energy bills this winter through the Warm Home Discount Scheme, while eligibility depends on location and income.
The scheme applies to multiple major energy providers in England, Wales, and Scotland.

What is the winter fuel payment and how can I still claim it?

The government is withdrawing support for winter fuel payments for many pensioners, limiting assistance to those on low incomes.

Every energy firm offering 150 energy bill support this winter - how to apply

Thousands of households could save £150 on energy bills this winter through the Warm Home Discount Scheme, while eligibility depends on location and income.
The scheme applies to multiple major energy providers in England, Wales, and Scotland.

What is the winter fuel payment and how can I still claim it?

The government is withdrawing support for winter fuel payments for many pensioners, limiting assistance to those on low incomes.
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Milpitas reopens rent relief program for residents

Milpitas residents can apply for up to $5,000 in rent relief as the program reopens to alleviate financial hardships.
#family-support

Who's funding new home purchases? Mom and Dad

Growing housing costs drive parents to financially assist children in home purchases.
Around 26% of young homebuyers relied on family cash for down payments, rising from 23% last year.

Illinois is launching a basic income pilot for 400 families in the child welfare system in the hopes of reducing maltreatment

Illinois is piloting a guaranteed basic income program to assist families in the child welfare system, aiming to reduce child maltreatment.

Who's funding new home purchases? Mom and Dad

Growing housing costs drive parents to financially assist children in home purchases.
Around 26% of young homebuyers relied on family cash for down payments, rising from 23% last year.

Illinois is launching a basic income pilot for 400 families in the child welfare system in the hopes of reducing maltreatment

Illinois is piloting a guaranteed basic income program to assist families in the child welfare system, aiming to reduce child maltreatment.
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Graduates could be owed 300 as millions overpaid in student loan repayments

Graduates can reclaim overpaid student loan repayments, with 61.6 million refunded since May 2024.
#social-security

Social Security announces a 2.5% boost for recipients in 2025

Social Security recipients will receive a 2.5% cost-of-living increase in January to help offset rising expenses.
Many retirees express concern that the increase will not cover higher living costs, especially food prices.

Social Security 2025: The new COLA Number Announced

The 2.5% COLA increase ensures that Social Security beneficiaries maintain purchasing power amid rising living costs. It starts in January 2025.

Social Security announces a 2.5% boost for recipients in 2025

Social Security recipients will receive a 2.5% cost-of-living increase in January to help offset rising expenses.
Many retirees express concern that the increase will not cover higher living costs, especially food prices.

Social Security 2025: The new COLA Number Announced

The 2.5% COLA increase ensures that Social Security beneficiaries maintain purchasing power amid rising living costs. It starts in January 2025.
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How a homeowners insurance provision can help with living expenses after a natural disaster

Loss of use coverage in homeowners insurance helps cover living expenses if your home is uninhabitable due to a disaster.

Veterans are largely unaware of housing grants for aging in place

Many veterans are unaware of available VA grants for aging in place.
Heightened awareness of VA support programs is essential for veterans' home modifications.
A significant number of veterans express a strong preference to age in place.
#tax-credits

NY to send tax credit checks to qualified families in August

Low- and moderate-income families in New York to receive extra financial help through Empire State Child Credit, automatically sent via check, starting in August.

Renters could get 2,000 boost across two years in new Budget plans

Fianna Fáil is proposing a €1,000 rent tax credit for 2024 and 2025 to assist struggling renters with rising living costs.

NY to send tax credit checks to qualified families in August

Low- and moderate-income families in New York to receive extra financial help through Empire State Child Credit, automatically sent via check, starting in August.

Renters could get 2,000 boost across two years in new Budget plans

Fianna Fáil is proposing a €1,000 rent tax credit for 2024 and 2025 to assist struggling renters with rising living costs.
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Catholic hospitals were founded to help the poor. Now they pay executives millions and charge some of the highest prices around

High medical bills can lead to significant personal debt despite appropriate insurance coverage.
Patients may struggle to access financial assistance for healthcare costs even if they are employed.
#community-support

Oakland community buys out ice cream vendor robbed at gunpoint in viral video

Community rallies to support ice cream vendor violently attacked on duty.

Struggling parents to be helped with free school uniform giveaway

A community giveaway event will provide free school uniforms and supplies to families in need, organized by Isa Perez.

Understanding unemployment: Challenges and financial solutions - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Unemployment negatively impacts individuals and communities, necessitating financial support systems like loans to assist the unemployed in meeting basic needs.

This much-loved vegan cafe in east London needs your help to survive

Black Cat vegan cafe in Clapton launched a GoFundMe for financial support.
The cafe aims to raise £100,000 to cover various expenses and continue serving the community.

Oakland community buys out ice cream vendor robbed at gunpoint in viral video

Community rallies to support ice cream vendor violently attacked on duty.

Struggling parents to be helped with free school uniform giveaway

A community giveaway event will provide free school uniforms and supplies to families in need, organized by Isa Perez.

Understanding unemployment: Challenges and financial solutions - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Unemployment negatively impacts individuals and communities, necessitating financial support systems like loans to assist the unemployed in meeting basic needs.

This much-loved vegan cafe in east London needs your help to survive

Black Cat vegan cafe in Clapton launched a GoFundMe for financial support.
The cafe aims to raise £100,000 to cover various expenses and continue serving the community.
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#new-york-city

City to Help New Yorkers Access Available Benefits

The 'Money in Your Pocket' initiative helps New Yorkers access benefits to make life more affordable.

Mayor Adams begs Albany for more migrant money

Mayor Eric Adams is requesting that the state provide more financial aid to help New York City handle the migrant crisis.
Adams wants the state to increase its commitment to covering 50% of the city's costs instead of one third as originally planned.

City to Help New Yorkers Access Available Benefits

The 'Money in Your Pocket' initiative helps New Yorkers access benefits to make life more affordable.

Mayor Adams begs Albany for more migrant money

Mayor Eric Adams is requesting that the state provide more financial aid to help New York City handle the migrant crisis.
Adams wants the state to increase its commitment to covering 50% of the city's costs instead of one third as originally planned.
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#family-dynamics

The Federal Child Tax Credit Allowed Some Parents to Go It Alone

The enhanced Child Tax Credit allowed low-income mothers to leave unwanted partners during the pandemic, positively impacting family stability and personal autonomy.

Harriette Cole: I inherited money and my siblings didn't, and they're being difficult

It can be challenging to navigate family dynamics when dealing with inheritances and financial assistance
Seek professional help to ensure that you are making informed decisions and following legal requirements

Whether You Are Married Or Not, Read This And Learn.

Father offering financial assistance for son's wedding
Focus on building a strong marriage rather than a lavish wedding

The Federal Child Tax Credit Allowed Some Parents to Go It Alone

The enhanced Child Tax Credit allowed low-income mothers to leave unwanted partners during the pandemic, positively impacting family stability and personal autonomy.

Harriette Cole: I inherited money and my siblings didn't, and they're being difficult

It can be challenging to navigate family dynamics when dealing with inheritances and financial assistance
Seek professional help to ensure that you are making informed decisions and following legal requirements

Whether You Are Married Or Not, Read This And Learn.

Father offering financial assistance for son's wedding
Focus on building a strong marriage rather than a lavish wedding
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#medical-debt

Northwell Health Expands Financial Assistance For Patients

Uninsured/under-insured NYers now eligible for free/discounted care at Northwell Health facilities.

California county requires hospitals to report patient medical debt, as a way to reduce bills

Medical debt in L.A. County disproportionately affects low-income and minority communities, leading to ripple effects like food insecurity and limited access to future care.

L.A. County Aims to Eliminate Medical Debt for 150,000 Residents

L.A. County plans to forgive medical debt of its poorest residents, aiming to alleviate financial burdens and ensure access to necessary care.

Los Angeles County Approves Medical Debt Relief for Thousands of Residents

LA County supervisors voted to buy and forgive medical debt, partnering with Undue Medical Debt, aiming to alleviate financial burdens on residents living in poverty.

Northwell Health Expands Financial Assistance For Patients

Uninsured/under-insured NYers now eligible for free/discounted care at Northwell Health facilities.

California county requires hospitals to report patient medical debt, as a way to reduce bills

Medical debt in L.A. County disproportionately affects low-income and minority communities, leading to ripple effects like food insecurity and limited access to future care.

L.A. County Aims to Eliminate Medical Debt for 150,000 Residents

L.A. County plans to forgive medical debt of its poorest residents, aiming to alleviate financial burdens and ensure access to necessary care.

Los Angeles County Approves Medical Debt Relief for Thousands of Residents

LA County supervisors voted to buy and forgive medical debt, partnering with Undue Medical Debt, aiming to alleviate financial burdens on residents living in poverty.
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BC's new school for first-generation college students begins summer session

Messina College offers support to first-generation college students with financial need through residential model and tailored curriculum.

5 ways to avoid relying on credit for everyday purchases

Consider exploring community resources or seeking expert help before relying heavily on credit for everyday expenses.

I'm 23 and getting my master's degree. My parents can't help me financially, so I moved in with them to save money.

Parents' support for pursuing a Master's degree is crucial, even if it means moving back in with them for financial help.

Historic bequest will provide financial aid for Harvard Chan students

Stanley Bohrer's $2.3 million bequest to Harvard Chan School will support students interested in public health education.

Mortgage crisis deepens as one in four face missing payments this year

A quarter of Britain's mortgage holders may face payment defaults by year-end due to soaring interest rates.

MLB Expands Aid Programs to Support Living Negro Leagues Players

The MLB and MLBPA are expanding financial assistance to support Negro League players, recognizing their historical significance and struggles.

U.S. and Europe Move Closer to Using Russian Assets to Help Ukraine

The US and Europe plan to use interest earned on frozen Russian assets to provide Ukraine with a significant loan for military and economic assistance.

IMF promises Pakistan immediate' release of $1.1bn loan after key meet

Pakistan seeks $1.1bn IMF loan tranche for ailing economy, emphasizes need for deep reforms.

Urgent call for more accessible finance options with 34% of SMEs at risk of closure

Enhanced and adaptable financing solutions are crucial for SME survival, with 34% at risk of closure and 50% not seeking financial assistance.

Tell us: Should Cambridge annex Boston?

Councilor pranks Boston with April Fool's Day ads calling for annexation.
Ads highlight inter-city collaboration and potential benefits of merging cities.

Small Business Grants: Where To Get Funding in 2024 - Shopify

Starting a business requires funding before making sales, necessitating early access to financial assistance.
Applying for small business grants involves understanding the criteria and selecting the most suitable options.

Brooklyn Prom Project gears up for 11th annual prom wear giveaway * Brooklyn Paper

The Brooklyn Prom Project provides free prom wear to high school seniors in need
The organization aims to ensure that every student can attend prom regardless of financial constraints

New Oyster card for London care leavers will give them half price bus and tram travel

Support for care leavers' travel affordability in London.
Discount aims to help care leavers transition into independent living.

City could step in to aid, revive Blues on the Green summer concert series - Austin Monitor

Austin City Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison plans to present a resolution to provide financial assistance and co-sponsorship for the Blues on the Green concert series.
The resolution aims to keep the concerts free, ensure diversity of performers, and observe the city's scale of $200 per performer.
The city may also provide support for other public events of a similar nature based on feedback from relevant city commissions.
#ukraine

G7 summit live: world leaders gather in Italy with Ukraine and Israel-Gaza wars on the agenda

G7 leaders are discussing providing a $50bn loan for Ukraine by using frozen Russian assets to help the war-torn country.

Morning news brief

The House approves a three-year expansion of the Child Tax Credit.
Ukraine's president and his military chief are at growing odds.
Some of the world's most popular musical artists may leave TikTok.

Slovakia's leader voices support for Hungary's Orban in EU negotiations on funding for Ukraine

Hungary and Slovakia agree on the need to rework the EU aid package for Ukraine.
Slovakian Prime Minister Fico supports Hungarian Prime Minister Orban's recommendation to separate the funding into four installments.

G7 summit live: world leaders gather in Italy with Ukraine and Israel-Gaza wars on the agenda

G7 leaders are discussing providing a $50bn loan for Ukraine by using frozen Russian assets to help the war-torn country.

Morning news brief

The House approves a three-year expansion of the Child Tax Credit.
Ukraine's president and his military chief are at growing odds.
Some of the world's most popular musical artists may leave TikTok.

Slovakia's leader voices support for Hungary's Orban in EU negotiations on funding for Ukraine

Hungary and Slovakia agree on the need to rework the EU aid package for Ukraine.
Slovakian Prime Minister Fico supports Hungarian Prime Minister Orban's recommendation to separate the funding into four installments.
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Austin wants to add more money to a program that helps crime victims. Here's what it does.

The Austin Police Department has a $30,000 budget to help crime victims with immediate needs.
City Council approved a resolution to increase the budget and explore potential sources of funding.

Floyd Bennett Field shelter could cost state up to $308 million

The evacuation of nearly 2,000 migrants from a shelter in Brooklyn was prompted by the threat of severe weather.
New York State is prepared to pay up to $308 million to cover the cost of sheltering migrants at the former military airfield in Brooklyn.

Opinion | Biden's Slap in the Face to Terrorism Victims

The Taylor Force Act mandates the U.S. to withhold financial assistance to the Palestinian Authority until it ends its payments for terrorist attacks.
The law received bipartisan support in Congress and was named after Taylor Force, an American citizen who was stabbed to death by a Palestinian terrorist.

Domestic abuse victims to be given up to 2,500 to support fleeing partners

The UK government has launched a new scheme offering financial assistance to domestic abuse victims to help them escape their abusers.
Victims can claim up to £2,500 ($3,441) for housing costs or £500 ($689) for essentials like food and nappies.

Why implementation' matters in the global fight against the climate crisis

The resistance to a fossil fuel phase-out in developing countries is primarily due to the challenge of implementing the transition while addressing poverty and providing basic services for their people.
Developing countries argue that the phase-out must prioritize equity and require developed countries to fulfill their obligations under the Paris agreement, including providing financial assistance.

Share the Spirit: Tri-Valley nonprofit helps pets change lives

Deysi Gonzalez found a stray dog that brought purpose and joy to her life
Paws In Need helps low-income families keep their pets by providing financial assistance for veterinary care

Opinion | Caring for Pet Companions

The importance of organizations like the Fund for Veterinary Care in providing financial assistance for pet owners facing challenges in affording veterinary care.

US ends funding for orgs hurt by Change Healthcare attack

The US government is ending financial support for healthcare providers affected by the ransomware attack at Change Healthcare in February.
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