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Non-profit organizations
fromTruthout
2 days ago

DOGE Has Gutted AmeriCorps. What Happens When the Next Disaster Strikes?

AmeriCorps volunteers play a crucial role in disaster relief efforts, helping thousands of affected households recover.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Cuts to AmeriCorps Volunteer Programs Leave Communities Scrambling

Federal cuts to AmeriCorps threaten community service programs nationwide, impacting education and food security initiatives.
The cancellation of $400 million in grants ends service for over 32,000 AmeriCorps volunteers.
Non-profit organizations
fromTruthout
2 days ago

DOGE Has Gutted AmeriCorps. What Happens When the Next Disaster Strikes?

AmeriCorps volunteers play a crucial role in disaster relief efforts, helping thousands of affected households recover.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Cuts to AmeriCorps Volunteer Programs Leave Communities Scrambling

Federal cuts to AmeriCorps threaten community service programs nationwide, impacting education and food security initiatives.
The cancellation of $400 million in grants ends service for over 32,000 AmeriCorps volunteers.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 days ago

Miss Manners: My wife's habit makes me cringe. After all these years, should I say something?

"After 50 years, you might let things be. Miss Manners can understand your having waited to be certain your new bride was not going to act on that violent impulse, but by now, she has had ample opportunity."
Relationships
#community
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Renovation

Locals band together to rebuild clubhouse that burned down on Ward's Island | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Renovation

Locals band together to rebuild clubhouse that burned down on Ward's Island | CBC News

SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

A moment that changed me: I went to read to a blind man - and discovered his hidden gay heroism

Volunteering to read for a blind man allowed for a transformative educational experience and a growing bond over literature.
#community-service
Cancer
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Terminally ill cancer patient spends his remaining months traveling to volunteer in all 50 states

Doug Ruch, given limited time to live, chooses to travel and volunteer across the U.S. rather than waiting to die.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Model' Long Island citizen goes above and beyond to make her hometown beautiful - and she's rallied dozens to help

Cancer
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Terminally ill cancer patient spends his remaining months traveling to volunteer in all 50 states

Doug Ruch, given limited time to live, chooses to travel and volunteer across the U.S. rather than waiting to die.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Model' Long Island citizen goes above and beyond to make her hometown beautiful - and she's rallied dozens to help

#community-awards
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

BBC Make a Difference Awards launch across the UK

The BBC Make a Difference Awards celebrate community members who positively impact others across the UK, expanding to include Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

BBC Make a Difference Awards launch across the UK

The BBC Make a Difference Awards celebrate community members who positively impact others across the UK, expanding to include Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
#community-events
#community-engagement
Non-profit organizations
fromFast Company
4 weeks ago

How nonprofits can strategically tap corporate funding

Corporate philanthropy is evolving beyond monetary contributions to include collaborative efforts providing time, talent, and treasure.
Nonprofits should engage corporate partners for skilled volunteer opportunities.
Online Community Development
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago

The Walrus Talks Reimagining Volunteerism | The Walrus

Volunteerism can counter social isolation and polarization by fostering community and shared purpose.
The event will explore innovative approaches to community service.
Non-profit organizations
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

From Nice to Necessary: Volunteering Is Critical for Society

Volunteerism transforms lives, yet thousands of young people remain on waitlists.
There is a disconnect between nonprofits and funders regarding volunteer support.
Breaking the cycle of underinvestment requires better data and collaboration.
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Why a 22-year-old German is risking his life for Ukraine

"I remember seeing the images of missile strikes in Kyiv at five in the morning. That's when I realised I wanted to go," Ruben told Euronews.
Russo-Ukrainian War
#community-support
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Toronto startup

300 residents in small Michigan town help bookstore move 9K titles to new shop space with 'book brigade': video

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Toronto startup

300 residents in small Michigan town help bookstore move 9K titles to new shop space with 'book brigade': video

fromTruthout
1 month ago

"Stop Sending Us Money": NYC Dem Socialist Mayoral Candidate Hits Donation Cap

"I'm about to say something to you you've never heard a politician say: Please stop sending us money," said Mamdani in a video posted on social media Monday.
NYC politics
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