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A cherished wooden castle playground in Folsom is getting a complete rebuild, and the entire community is invited to help construct it. Just like when it first opened 30 years ago, volunteers of all ages will bring the new and improved Castle Park to life.
After devastating floods claimed 40 lives near South Africa's Kruger Park, local communities are coming together to rebuild bridges and restore their neighborhoods. Despite losing homes and livelihoods to over 400mm of rain, residents are showing remarkable solidarity in their recovery efforts.
Across Africa, communities facing climate disasters are turning to collective action to restore their environments and build resilience. Their grassroots solutions are proving that local knowledge and solidarity can overcome even the toughest environmental challenges.
After devastating Kona low storms flooded Hawaii communities in March 2026, washing away homes and roads, nonprofits have mobilized to coordinate volunteer efforts and relief funds. Here's how you can support the recovery.
When fire destroyed key facilities at a New Mexico veterans homeless shelter, residents with PTSD fought the blaze together with garden hoses. Now the community that saved their homes is rebuilding stronger than ever.
After the pandemic paused programs, volunteers are returning to Handmaker assisted living in Arizona, bringing weekly knitting circles, book clubs, and mah jongg games back to life. A new grant is making it easier than ever for new volunteers to join the growing community.
After eight inches of floodwater destroyed McKee Baptist Church's basement, disaster relief volunteers arrived to turn devastating loss into hope through hard work and faith. They're giving this small Kentucky community a powerful reminder that nobody rebuilds alone.
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.
A South African community hero who spent years responding to emergencies with his privately funded rescue vehicle is asking for help after a devastating crash destroyed his equipment. Rolf Flindt survived a horrific rollover accident that left him with severe injuries and wiped out the tools he used to save lives across Ekurhuleni.
After a tragic military drone error destroyed their community, 133 families in Tudun Biri, Nigeria received brand new homes, schools, and infrastructure in just 14 months. The government kept its promise to rebuild what was lost.
One year after losing his home in the Palisades wildfire, Lakers coach JJ Redick turned devastation into action, raising millions to rebuild his community. His LA Sports Strong charity just secured double its fundraising target to create a fire-resistant recreation center.
After months of reduced foot traffic due to deportation fears, immigrant neighborhoods in New York City are finding renewed hope and customers as World Cup excitement sweeps through their streets. Small business owners see the global tournament as a chance to rebuild community spirit and welcome customers back.
Wells Fargo Foundation donated $1 million to help families rebuild affordable homes in Altadena after the devastating Eaton Fire. The grant will construct accessory dwelling units and help rebuild homes destroyed in the disaster. ##
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. #
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.
Two sisters in Gaza are transforming destroyed buildings into construction materials, giving their shattered community a tangible path forward. Their brick-making initiative is turning symbols of destruction into tools of hope.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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