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Ghana Plans 12 New Universities to Expand Education Access
SolutionsApr 15

Ghana Plans 12 New Universities to Expand Education Access

Ghana's government has launched a bold plan to establish 12 new public universities across the country, bringing higher education closer to communities that have long lacked access. A 17-member committee will design the roadmap to make this educational expansion a reality.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
New Hampshire Casino Donates $12.6M to Local Charities
Acts of KindnessJan 22

New Hampshire Casino Donates $12.6M to Local Charities

A New Hampshire casino gave away $12.6 million to local charities in 2025, bringing its six-year total to over $41 million. The donations funded everything from hunger relief to early childhood education across the region.

Google News - Charity Donation Million2 min read
New Hampshire Opens Free Addiction Treatment Center
SolutionsMar 16

New Hampshire Opens Free Addiction Treatment Center

A new outpatient addiction treatment center opened Monday in Claremont, New Hampshire, bringing critical care closer to a community hit hard by overdoses. The facility offers same-day walk-in services, eliminating travel barriers that previously kept many people from getting help.

Google News - New Treatment3 min read
New Hampshire Builds Salamander Tunnels to Save Lives
SolutionsAug 3

New Hampshire Builds Salamander Tunnels to Save Lives

A small New Hampshire city is constructing underground tunnels to help endangered salamanders safely cross busy roads during their annual spring migration. Similar tunnels in Vermont have already reduced amphibian deaths by 80%.

Good Good Good3 min read
New Hampshire Housing Nonprofit Needs Volunteer Babysitters
Acts of KindnessJun 9

New Hampshire Housing Nonprofit Needs Volunteer Babysitters

Family Promise of Southern New Hampshire helped prevent homelessness for 2,535 people last year, 42 times more than in 2020. Now they need volunteers to babysit during life-changing classes that keep families housed.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
New Hampshire Casino Donates $2.7M to Local Nonprofits
Acts of KindnessAug 25

New Hampshire Casino Donates $2.7M to Local Nonprofits

A New Hampshire casino just handed $2.7 million to 14 local charities, breaking its own monthly donation record for the second time in a row. The Nash Casino's unique charity model turns every gaming dollar into community support.

Google: charity donation2 min read
New Mexico Invests $3M in Quantum Tech Education and Jobs
InnovationAug 25

New Mexico Invests $3M in Quantum Tech Education and Jobs

New Mexico is betting big on the future of quantum technology with a $3 million investment to train students, support researchers, and launch new companies. The partnership between the state and University of New Mexico could transform the Land of Enchantment into America's quantum innovation capital.

Google News - Economic Growth2 min read
New Hampshire School Learns Sign Language for Deaf Student
VideosApr 4

New Hampshire School Learns Sign Language for Deaf Student

When seven-year-old Ben O'Reilly struggled with isolation as the only deaf student in his New Hampshire district, his entire school learned sign language to include him. What started with a few classmates has transformed into a schoolwide embrace of communication and belonging.

Sunny Skyz2 min read
New Hampshire Casino Donates Record $2.4M in One Month
Acts of KindnessJul 28

New Hampshire Casino Donates Record $2.4M in One Month

A New Hampshire casino just broke the state's charitable giving record by donating $2.4 million to local nonprofits in a single month. The Nash operates under a unique model that directs gaming revenue straight to community organizations.

Google News - Charity Donation Million2 min read
New Hampshire Town Builds $10.7M Indoor Sports Complex
Community HeroesJan 29

New Hampshire Town Builds $10.7M Indoor Sports Complex

A small New Hampshire community raised $10.7 million to build a year-round recreation center that will give kids and families four extra months of indoor sports and activities. The 33,500-square-foot facility, 20 years in the making, opens next winter at The Nick recreation park in Wolfeboro. #

Google: volunteers help3 min read
New Open Format Makes Educational Games Easy to Create
InnovationApr 7

New Open Format Makes Educational Games Easy to Create

A new free tool lets teachers and creators build educational video games without coding skills, starting with African languages. The Educational Game Format could unlock thousands of culturally relevant learning games worldwide.

Techpoint Africa2 min read
New Hampshire Ski Hill Offers Free Skiing, Needs Volunteers
Acts of KindnessFeb 24

New Hampshire Ski Hill Offers Free Skiing, Needs Volunteers

A small New Hampshire ski area is giving away free lift tickets during school vacation week thanks to a local foundation grant. The volunteer-run hill is asking the community to help keep the slopes open for families who can't afford expensive ski resorts.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Kaduna Opens New School to Fight Extremism with Education
SolutionsJun 9

Kaduna Opens New School to Fight Extremism with Education

A new Christian academy in Kaduna, Nigeria is being hailed as a "weapon of mass instruction" against terrorism and banditry. Leaders say educating children offers stronger defense against extremism than military force alone.

Guardian Nigeria3 min read
New Hampshire Kids' Mini Boat Sails 8,300 Miles to Norway
Community HeroesMay 18

New Hampshire Kids' Mini Boat Sails 8,300 Miles to Norway

Middle schoolers in Rye, New Hampshire built a tiny 5.5-foot boat that survived 462 days at sea, hurricanes, and 8,300 miles of ocean to reach Norway. Inside, Norwegian students discovered colorful artwork, acorns, and handmade treasures that sparked an instant friendship across the Atlantic.

Upworthy2 min read
New Hampshire Teens Build Picnic Tables for Maine Marsh
Acts of KindnessJun 24

New Hampshire Teens Build Picnic Tables for Maine Marsh

Ten high school students from New Hampshire spent their Monday building furniture, battling bugs, and removing invasive plants at a Maine nature center. Their hands-on work transformed the visitor experience at Scarborough Marsh Audubon Center.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Art Teacher Wins Illinois' Top New Educator Award
Community HeroesFeb 14

Art Teacher Wins Illinois' Top New Educator Award

An elementary art teacher with less than five years of experience just earned Illinois' highest honor for early career educators. Noelia Martinez-Voigt's passion for teaching young artists caught the attention of the entire state.

Google News - Teacher Wins Award2 min read
Saudi Arabia Passes New Law to Transform Education System
Solutions1d ago

Saudi Arabia Passes New Law to Transform Education System

Saudi Arabia just passed a sweeping education law that unifies governance, expands private sector involvement, and creates clearer pathways for millions of students. The changes are already showing results, with kindergarten enrollment jumping from 21% to 35% in six years.

Regional: saudi arabia development (SA)3 min read
India Graduates 3,224 Students Under New Education Policy
SolutionsJul 12

India Graduates 3,224 Students Under New Education Policy

Over 3,200 students received degrees at a Chennai college celebrating India's fresh approach to education that prioritizes character building and cultural relevance. The milestone marks progress in implementing reforms designed to make learning more meaningful for millions of students.

The Hindu2 min read
Nigeria's New Education Fund Lifts Poor Students
Acts of KindnessSep 10

Nigeria's New Education Fund Lifts Poor Students

Nigeria's education loan program now covers tuition and living costs for thousands of students who couldn't afford college. The initiative removes financial barriers that kept talented young people from pursuing higher education.

Google News - Poverty Reduction2 min read
Entire New Hampshire School Learns ASL for One Deaf Student
Acts of KindnessApr 8

Entire New Hampshire School Learns ASL for One Deaf Student

When seven-year-old Ben O'Reilly felt isolated as his school's only deaf student, his classmates started a movement that changed everything. Now the whole school can sign with him.

Upworthy2 min read

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