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Baton Rouge nonprofits just received a major boost thanks to employees who chose to give back. Cox Charities distributed $38,000 in grants to eight local organizations making a difference in their community.
Grassroots environmental groups across Great Britain just got three times more funding to restore wildlife and fight climate change in their neighborhoods. Thanks to a successful pilot year, the Green Community Grants Programme now supports 105 community projects in 2026, up from 35 in 2025.
A foundation in Scotland just gave nearly three-quarters of a million pounds to grassroots organizations fighting racism, and the groups receiving funding were chosen by the very communities they serve. The unrestricted, multi-year grants mean these historically under-resourced organizations can finally plan ahead and grow their impact.
High schoolers in Santa Barbara just proved they know exactly what their schools need. Nearly $10,000 in grants helped them turn their ideas into real projects that make campuses better for everyone.
A small Alberta foundation just handed out the biggest grant checks in its 30-year history, supporting everything from wildlife rescue to search and rescue teams. Twenty-two community groups walked away with funding that keeps their missions alive.
Seven Quebec community groups will each receive $5,000 to launch electric bikes, clean transit, and eco-friendly mobility projects that cut carbon emissions. Applications open now through March 2026 for ready-to-go initiatives across the province.
A volunteer fire department in Indiana just received specialized ice rescue equipment that will protect both victims and rescuers during winter emergencies. The $10,000 grant means the community is now prepared for a danger that kills would-be rescuers 60% of the time.