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Mount Maunganui Cafes Offer Free Meals to Recovery Workers
Acts of KindnessJan 28

Mount Maunganui Cafes Offer Free Meals to Recovery Workers

After a week-long closure following a landslide, Mount Maunganui business owners are reopening their doors and supporting recovery efforts with free food and coffee for workers. The community is rallying together in the face of hardship.

Stuff NZ2 min read
Small Businesses Show Resilience During National Week
VideosMay 5

Small Businesses Show Resilience During National Week

During National Small Business Week, ADP celebrates 900,000 small business owners who turn passion into progress despite constant challenges. Their secret weapon? Simplifying operations to focus on what matters most.

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
Family Business Wins UK's Top SME Award from George Clooney
SolutionsMay 10

Family Business Wins UK's Top SME Award from George Clooney

A British family business run by seven family members just won the UK's top small business award, presented by Hollywood star George Clooney. Champions Speakers built their success one booking at a time across 66 countries.

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
Arizona Dad 16 Years Sober Builds Electric Business
SolutionsMar 16

Arizona Dad 16 Years Sober Builds Electric Business

Josh Lederer went from battling addiction to celebrating 16 years of sobriety and running Recovery Electric in Arizona's Quad Cities. Now he's coaching youth sports, mentoring young athletes, and proving that second chances can spark powerful transformations.

Google News - Recovery Story2 min read
New Program Helps Small Businesses Before Debt Default
SolutionsApr 27

New Program Helps Small Businesses Before Debt Default

A New York debt relief firm launched the first program that helps small business owners reduce merchant cash advance payments before they miss payments and face legal trouble. The Reconciliation Shield uses contract clauses most merchants don't know exist.

Google News - Reconciliation3 min read
Five Graduates Overcome Addiction in Tennessee Recovery Court
SolutionsApr 18

Five Graduates Overcome Addiction in Tennessee Recovery Court

Five people in Greene County, Tennessee just celebrated a life-changing milestone: graduating from Recovery Court after conquering addiction. Their success stories prove that with the right support, recovery is possible.

Google News - Recovery Story2 min read
Victoria's Small Businesses Win Big With Diversity
SolutionsMar 11

Victoria's Small Businesses Win Big With Diversity

Small businesses across Victoria are discovering that cultural diversity isn't just good for communities—it's great for their bottom line. With over 290 languages spoken and 314 ancestries represented, Victorian businesses are turning multicultural connections into real competitive advantages.

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
South Carolina Now Best State for New Business Success
SolutionsApr 16

South Carolina Now Best State for New Business Success

South Carolina has emerged as America's top state for keeping new businesses alive, with only 17.7% failing in their first year compared to the national average of 22.1%. The state welcomed over 3,000 more new businesses than it lost last year, proving entrepreneurs are finding fertile ground in the Palmetto State.

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
After 36 Years Addicted, Liza Now Coaches Others to Recovery
Acts of KindnessMay 14

After 36 Years Addicted, Liza Now Coaches Others to Recovery

Liza Ronald battled addiction for 36 years before finding help at a Lexington recovery center. Now she's returning hope to others as a recovery coach, proving that transformation is possible.

Google News - Recovery Story2 min read
Latino Businesses Surge 65% in North Carolina
SolutionsMay 11

Latino Businesses Surge 65% in North Carolina

Latino entrepreneurs in North Carolina grew their business ownership by 65% in five years, creating 80,000 companies that generate $2.5 billion in revenue. From construction to real estate, these small businesses are becoming the backbone of local economies across the state.

Google News - Economic Growth3 min read
50 Years Strong: Documentary Shows Recovery House Impact
Community HeroesJun 8

50 Years Strong: Documentary Shows Recovery House Impact

A new documentary celebrates five decades of Oxford House, peer-run recovery homes that have helped thousands rebuild their lives after addiction. The film debuts June 11 in Washington, featuring six residents whose stories prove community-based recovery works. #

Google News - Recovery Story2 min read
Illinois Invests $2M in Recovery Ranch for Men Rebuilding Lives
SolutionsJun 26

Illinois Invests $2M in Recovery Ranch for Men Rebuilding Lives

A 68-acre ranch in Crete, Illinois, just got $2 million in state funding to become a recovery home where men leaving addiction treatment can find housing, jobs, and lasting community. The 2nd Story Ranch will combine stable living, workforce training, and peer support to help residents build independent lives in recovery.

Google News - Recovery Story3 min read
Brazil: Women Now Lead 42% of New Small Businesses
Acts of Kindness2d ago

Brazil: Women Now Lead 42% of New Small Businesses

Women entrepreneurs are reshaping Brazil's economy, launching 42% of all new small businesses and expanding far beyond traditional industries into tech, consulting, and digital innovation. Education, digital tools, and e-commerce are making it easier than ever for women to build competitive businesses.

Google News - Brazil Innovation2 min read
Oklahoma City Named Top 5 State to Start a Business in 2026
SolutionsJun 19

Oklahoma City Named Top 5 State to Start a Business in 2026

Oklahoma has earned recognition as one of the top five states to launch a small business in 2026, fueled by entrepreneurial spirit and strong community support. Local business leaders are sharing proven strategies to help new ventures thrive for the long haul.

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
Nigeria Cuts Interest Rates, Boosts Business Hope
SolutionsFeb 27

Nigeria Cuts Interest Rates, Boosts Business Hope

Nigeria's central bank has reduced its key interest rate for the first time in years, offering relief to businesses struggling with high borrowing costs. The move signals growing confidence in the country's economic recovery and falling inflation.

AllAfrica - Environment2 min read
Auburn Nonprofit Celebrates Recovery Stories at Annual Event
Acts of KindnessJun 8

Auburn Nonprofit Celebrates Recovery Stories at Annual Event

Nick's Ride 4 Friends hosted its fifth annual Recovery Speaks event, where people in recovery from addiction shared stories of hope and persistence. The Auburn nonprofit, which recently celebrated 10 years of peer-based recovery services, brought together current clients, staff, and community members for an afternoon of connection and celebration.

Google News - Recovery Story3 min read
Ghana's $3.5B Strategy Revives Business After $14B Rescue
SolutionsMay 14

Ghana's $3.5B Strategy Revives Business After $14B Rescue

Ghana's economy is proving that smaller, smarter interventions work better than massive bailouts. A $3.5 billion monetary strategy is sparking real business growth after a $14 billion rescue left companies struggling to survive.

Myjoyonline Ghana3 min read
CommBank Gives 15 Small Businesses Celebrity Marketing Boost
SolutionsJan 22

CommBank Gives 15 Small Businesses Celebrity Marketing Boost

Australia's small businesses can win free celebrity marketing support from chef Adam Liaw, fashion founder Brittney Saunders, and TV host Jamie Durie. The competition offers meet-and-greets and social media promotion when marketing budgets are stretched thin.

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
Young Libyans Build Thriving Businesses After Disasters
InnovationMay 31

Young Libyans Build Thriving Businesses After Disasters

From flood survivors launching cafes to healthcare startups serving remote communities, young Libyan entrepreneurs are turning crisis into opportunity. With training and seed funding, they're creating jobs and rebuilding their economy one business at a time.

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
Mothers Share Recovery Stories to Break Stigma
Acts of KindnessJun 10

Mothers Share Recovery Stories to Break Stigma

A group of mothers in Elizabethton gathered to share anonymous recovery stories, highlighting the strength it takes to heal from substance use disorder while raising children. Their message: recovery is possible when communities support instead of judge.

Google News - Recovery Story2 min read

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