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Hawaiʻi County awards $450K in Impact Grants
The program is an annual competitive opportunity for nonprofit organizations; eligible proposals include research, programs or projects that have a positive impact on Hawai'i Island communities.
Aquinnah
We have gratefully lived here, in our beloved and beautiful half of a barn, for 10 years. During that time, chores attached to the change of seasons have become rites calling for a shifting of gears and an activated appreciation of what is being lost and what is being gained.…
Gun Violence Prevention Advocates Speak About Importance of Community-Based Solutions
Representatives from Chicago Create Real Economic Destiny, a community-oriented nonprofit, advocated for mental health services and life coaching as an alternative to police intervention.
‘Caring Force’ rally keys on pay imbalance for direct care workers
The first-ever Metro Boston rally of human services workers hosted by Work, Inc. of Dorchester last Friday highlighted the increasing difficulties for direct service providers to take care of the most vulnerable in our society and still make ends meet.
Dot native funds people-connecting in his home town
A Dorchester native and Boston Latin School graduate who went on to build a highly-successful financial services company is bringing a new philanthropic endeavor – Elevate Cities – to his hometown, with a focus on building community by funding events like block parties.
Joe LeBlanc Food Pantry launches canned food sculpture competition to support local families
The Joe LeBlanc Food Pantry is inviting local businesses to put their creativity to work for a good cause with “We CAN Make a Difference,” … Read More
South Lake Tablet
Published September 30Clermont Woman’s Club Fashion Show Celebrates Style, Community, and Giving Back
Fashion meets philanthropy this fall as the Clermont Woman’s Club. Members invite the community to its annual fashion show, “Empowered to Inspire: United to Make a Difference.” Set for Saturday, October 24, 2026, the event will take place from noon to 2:30 pm at Gabby’s Banquet…
Greensburg Public Safety Community Cookout
Join us for Free Food, Family – Friend activities, and a chance to meet your local public safety teams, October 15, 2026 N. Short St. Between 10th & 11th Street , 5-7 PM Last One [...] The post Greensburg Public Safety Community Cookout first appeared on WTRE Radio .
North Lake United Methodist Church Celebrates 190 Years
North Lake United Methodist Church recently celebrated a remarkable milestone—190 years of ministry with a joyful anniversary celebration on September 20th that honored the church’s deep roots while looking toward its future. The special worship brought together members and…
Ferdinand Library hosts “Cemeteries as a community memory” talk
Joy Neighbors will be at the Ferdinand Library presenting her “Cemeteries As A Community Memory Program” on October 27 at 5 p.m. She will share how burial grounds function as historical archives, preserving the stories of migration, epidemics, wars, social change, religion, and…
LISTEN: Dr. Kelly Hill and Danelle Lagellier of DMH on how they connect food insecure patients with resources
September 30, 2026 - Dr. Kelly Hill and Danelle Langellier of Decatur Memorial Hospital joined Byers & Co to talk about their team's work to help ...
City of Roanoke
Published September 30Community Organizations Can Apply for Safer Communities Grant Funding
The City of Roanoke is making $300,000 in Safer Communities grant funding available to eligible organizations for programs that support violent crime reduction efforts.