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Reno Cancer Community Celebrates Survivors With Ice Cream
Acts of KindnessJun 3

Reno Cancer Community Celebrates Survivors With Ice Cream

Cancer Community Clubhouse in Reno is hosting a free ice cream social on June 7 to honor cancer survivors and bring the community together. The celebration invites everyone to join in recognizing the strength and resilience of those who've faced cancer.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
Indigenous Widow Finds Strength in Community After Loss at 49
VideosJan 26

Indigenous Widow Finds Strength in Community After Loss at 49

When Sarah Malone lost her husband Norman at 49, her Indigenous community showed her that widows aren't relics but valued members of society. Their support transformed her grief into purpose.

SBS Australia3 min read
Remote Australian Community Proposes Indigenous Banking Hub
Acts of KindnessMay 8

Remote Australian Community Proposes Indigenous Banking Hub

A First Nations community in Western Australia is asking the country's four biggest banks to pool resources for something that's never been done before: a community-led banking hub serving 2,000 remote residents. The modest proposal could become a blueprint for Indigenous communities across Australia struggling with banking access. #

ABC Australia3 min read
Nine Communities Unite at Ghana's First Zongo Festival
Acts of KindnessApr 6

Nine Communities Unite at Ghana's First Zongo Festival

The Upper West Region of Ghana just hosted its first-ever intercultural festival, bringing together nine ethnic communities in a joyful celebration of unity. Traditional music, dance, and local cuisine highlighted how diversity can be a community's greatest strength.

Google News - Ghana Development2 min read
Creators Get Tools to Build Communities They Control
InnovationMay 5

Creators Get Tools to Build Communities They Control

A new platform called Acorn lets organizations and creators build their own online communities without relying on big tech companies. It arrives just as X shuts down its Communities feature, leaving users searching for better alternatives.

TechCrunch2 min read
FBI Agent Honored for Protecting Connecticut Jewish Community
Community HeroesMay 27

FBI Agent Honored for Protecting Connecticut Jewish Community

A retired FBI special agent received a Community Hero Award for his work helping Connecticut synagogues and Jewish organizations stay safe amid rising antisemitism. Michael Shanbrom now dedicates his expertise to training communities on security and awareness.

Google News - Community Hero2 min read
Tulsa Honors 28 Hispanic Students and Community Heroes
Acts of KindnessMay 16

Tulsa Honors 28 Hispanic Students and Community Heroes

Twenty-eight Hispanic high school seniors and four community champions received awards for academic excellence and service in Tulsa. The Tomás Rivera Education Awards celebrated students who balanced stellar grades with deep community involvement.

Google News - Community Hero2 min read
Ghana's Ramadan Cup Unites 16 Communities for 11th Year
SportsMar 23

Ghana's Ramadan Cup Unites 16 Communities for 11th Year

A beloved football tournament bringing together youth from Ghana's Zongo communities kicks off its 11th year, with consistent support helping it grow into an annual tradition. Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia continues backing the event that's united nearly 40 communities since 2015.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Community Raises $155K for Drowning Victims' Families
Acts of KindnessJan 31

Community Raises $155K for Drowning Victims' Families

After two young professionals tragically drowned during a weekend getaway in New South Wales, their communities rallied to raise over $155,000 in days to support grieving families. The outpouring reflects the power of community support during unimaginable loss.

SBS Australia3 min read
700 Texas Volunteers Gave 80,000 Hours to Community in 2025
Acts of KindnessMay 18

700 Texas Volunteers Gave 80,000 Hours to Community in 2025

In Denton County, Texas, an army of volunteers donated more than 80,000 hours last year to beautify neighborhoods, feed the hungry, and strengthen their community. Their work proves that everyday heroes are the backbone of thriving communities across America.

Google: volunteers help3 min read
Amherst Cancer Survivors Celebrate at Community Event
Community HeroesApr 22

Amherst Cancer Survivors Celebrate at Community Event

Cancer survivors in Amherst, Virginia gathered for a joyful celebration featuring live music and a victory lap honoring their strength. The community event brought together those who've beaten cancer to share hope and resilience. #

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
Wyoming Leader Mick Pryor Named Community Hero
Community Heroes3d ago

Wyoming Leader Mick Pryor Named Community Hero

A Riverton leader who spent decades improving his community just earned statewide recognition. Mick Pryor's work on healthcare, transportation, and emergency services has made him a Wyoming Association of Municipalities Community Hero.

Google News - Community Hero2 min read
Communities Win Voice in Climate Planning
Acts of KindnessFeb 25

Communities Win Voice in Climate Planning

A new study reveals how 32 projects succeeded in flipping climate planning from top-down mandates to real partnerships. The secret: five key roles that give communities power at the table.

Phys.org - Earth2 min read
38-Year Black Family Reunion Celebrates Community in August
Acts of KindnessMay 26

38-Year Black Family Reunion Celebrates Community in August

The Midwest Black Family Reunion returns for its 38th year this August, making it one of the nation's longest-running celebrations of Black family strength and community. Last year alone, over 325 people received free health screenings at the event, potentially saving lives.

Google: reunion family2 min read
Portage County Opens Nominations for Community Heroes
Acts of KindnessMay 8

Portage County Opens Nominations for Community Heroes

Portage County is looking for everyday heroes who make their community shine. Nominations are now open through May 30th to recognize people and projects that make the area a better place to live.

Google News - Community Hero2 min read
Mobile's Port Powers Community Comeback After Storms
Acts of KindnessFeb 4

Mobile's Port Powers Community Comeback After Storms

Pastor Corey Brooks discovered Mobile, Alabama's secret to resilience during his Walk Across America. The Gulf Coast city's thriving port economy and tight-knit community spirit help families rebuild stronger after every hurricane.

Fox News Opinion2 min read
Peralta Community Colleges Celebrate Latinx Graduates
VideosJun 10

Peralta Community Colleges Celebrate Latinx Graduates

Nearly 200 Latinx students across four California community colleges celebrated graduation with a ceremony honoring their cultural heritage and family sacrifices. The districtwide event featured speeches entirely in Spanish to include every family member in the joy.

Google: graduation achievement3 min read
South Africa Communities Build Solutions From Within
SolutionsFeb 15

South Africa Communities Build Solutions From Within

A 40-year community development veteran is spreading a powerful approach that helps South African neighborhoods solve their own problems using talents and resources they already have. The ABCD method is transforming how communities tackle challenges without waiting for outside help.

Daily Maverick2 min read
Holly Springs MLK Weekend Unites Community in Celebration
Acts of KindnessJan 18

Holly Springs MLK Weekend Unites Community in Celebration

The Holly Springs MLK Committee brought neighbors together for their annual Unity Weekend, honoring Dr. King's legacy through community connection. The breakfast celebration reminded attendees that progress happens when people come together.

Google News - Unity Celebration2 min read
Black to the Land: Community Reclaims 189 Acres in California
SolutionsApr 12

Black to the Land: Community Reclaims 189 Acres in California

After losing his daughter, Zappa Montag continued their shared dream of creating a Black-led ecovillage in California where people reconnect with ancestral farming knowledge. Six stewards now live off-grid on 189 acres, growing food and teaching land-based skills to Black and brown communities.

Guardian Environment3 min read

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