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Muncie Nonprofits Employ 9,000+ and Power Local Economy
Acts of KindnessMay 19

Muncie Nonprofits Employ 9,000+ and Power Local Economy

Two nonprofit institutions in Delaware County employ roughly 9,000 people and anchor the local economy alongside hundreds of other mission-driven organizations. This often-overlooked sector brings stability, imports funding, and creates jobs less vulnerable to economic shocks.

Google News - Economic Growth2 min read
Vietnam's Economy Surges 7.83% in Strong Q1 Growth
SolutionsApr 4

Vietnam's Economy Surges 7.83% in Strong Q1 Growth

Vietnam just posted its strongest economic quarter in years, with GDP jumping to 7.83% and exports soaring past $46 billion in March alone. The Southeast Asian nation is proving that steady growth and smart trade policies can create real prosperity.

Regional: vietnam economic growth (VN)2 min read
Virginia's Growth Story: Immigration Fuels 88% of Gains
SolutionsJan 26

Virginia's Growth Story: Immigration Fuels 88% of Gains

Two Virginia counties with century-long growth streaks would be losing population today without immigrants. New data reveals immigration is powering nearly 90% of the state's population growth and keeping its economy humming.

Google: economic growth report3 min read
French Nonprofit Saves 9,000+ Sneakers from Landfills
Planet WinsApr 1

French Nonprofit Saves 9,000+ Sneakers from Landfills

A French nonprofit is rescuing thousands of worn-out sneakers from the trash and giving them new life. SneakCœurZ is fighting fashion waste one pair at a time while creating jobs and helping people in need.

Euronews2 min read
Guyana Posts 23.5% Growth, Leads Latin America
Global NewsApr 10

Guyana Posts 23.5% Growth, Leads Latin America

A small South American nation is defying global economic headwinds with the fastest growth in the Western Hemisphere. Guyana's oil discoveries are transforming it into an economic powerhouse, with growth rates that eclipse every other country in Latin America and the Caribbean. #

Google: economic growth report2 min read
Colorado Nonprofits Need Volunteers This April
Acts of KindnessApr 2

Colorado Nonprofits Need Volunteers This April

Across Colorado's Front Range, dozens of nonprofits are calling for volunteers to help feed families, shelter the homeless, and build homes. April's National Volunteer Month offers the perfect chance to get involved and make a real difference in your community.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Startup Unlocks $5M in Tech Grants for Indian Nonprofits
SolutionsFeb 9

Startup Unlocks $5M in Tech Grants for Indian Nonprofits

A former Google employee is helping nonprofits in India access millions in free tech tools they never knew existed. His startup D4NP has already unlocked over $5 million in ad grants and trained 200+ organizations to use AI.

YourStory India3 min read
Shreveport Nonprofit Raises Funds for Foster Care Tiny Homes
Acts of KindnessMay 29

Shreveport Nonprofit Raises Funds for Foster Care Tiny Homes

A Shreveport nonprofit brought the community together for Black Tie Bingo, raising money to build tiny homes for young women aging out of foster care. The packed fundraiser moves Faith and Fostering closer to creating a safe haven where 18-year-olds can learn life skills and build stable futures.

Google: fundraiser success2 min read
Miami Volunteers Give 55,000 Hours Yearly to Nonprofits
Acts of KindnessMar 15

Miami Volunteers Give 55,000 Hours Yearly to Nonprofits

Miami-Dade nonprofits face a volunteer shortage, but consistent corporate programs like FPL's year-round service show how sustained support helps communities thrive. This February, hundreds of FPL employees improved dog parks and neighborhoods during their 18th annual Power to Care Week.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Author's Guide Helps African Nonprofits Build to Last
Acts of KindnessJun 13

Author's Guide Helps African Nonprofits Build to Last

A new book is giving African civil society leaders the practical tools they need to build organizations that survive and thrive. "Building on Solid Ground" by Jude Ilo tackles the real challenges nonprofits face, from funding struggles to staff development.

Premium Times Nigeria3 min read
50 Volunteers Transform Grand Island Nonprofits in One Day
Acts of KindnessJun 19

50 Volunteers Transform Grand Island Nonprofits in One Day

More than 50 volunteers tackled painting, organizing, and cleaning projects that local nonprofits rarely have time to complete. The community day of action in Grand Island, Nebraska gave organizations a fresh start while bringing neighbors together.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
New $500M Nonprofit Modernizes Science for AI Era
InnovationMar 11

New $500M Nonprofit Modernizes Science for AI Era

A scientist just launched a $500 million initiative to rebuild how research gets done in the age of artificial intelligence. The nonprofit will tackle the unsexy infrastructure problems holding back scientific breakthroughs.

STAT News3 min read
Cancer Survivor Writes Book, Launches Nonprofit to Fix Healthcare
Community HeroesApr 29

Cancer Survivor Writes Book, Launches Nonprofit to Fix Healthcare

After surviving rare stage four cancer three times, healthcare CEO Chris Goldsmith turned his 15 years of industry experience into a mission to transform the system from the inside. His new book and nonprofit aim to give patients the tools and voice they desperately need.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
NJ Teen Wins $20K Scholarship After Starting Vision Nonprofit
Acts of KindnessMar 25

NJ Teen Wins $20K Scholarship After Starting Vision Nonprofit

A New Jersey high school senior who endured childhood eye surgeries and delayed treatment has won a $20,000 Coca-Cola scholarship after founding a nonprofit to help other low-income children access vision care. Brandon Delcid Rios was selected from over 107,000 applicants nationwide.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Nonprofit B612 Foundation Shields Earth From Asteroids
SolutionsFeb 12

Nonprofit B612 Foundation Shields Earth From Asteroids

A Silicon Valley nonprofit is working to protect our planet from dangerous asteroid impacts through research, education, and global cooperation. Since 2002, the B612 Foundation has been advancing asteroid detection and deflection strategies while teaching the world about these cosmic threats.

Space.com3 min read
Vietnam and China to Lead Global Growth Through 2034
Global NewsFeb 12

Vietnam and China to Lead Global Growth Through 2034

New Harvard research shows Vietnam and China are set to drive the world's economic expansion over the next decade, thanks to their sophisticated manufacturing capabilities. Several other nations in Asia, Central Asia, and East Africa are also positioned for remarkable growth.

Google News - Economic Growth2 min read
Shawano Festival Powers Up 6 Nonprofits Through Volunteers
Acts of KindnessFeb 5

Shawano Festival Powers Up 6 Nonprofits Through Volunteers

A Wisconsin music festival is turning community fun into real impact by letting six nonprofits earn funding through volunteer work. Sun Drop Dayz gives local organizations a chance to help run the event while raising money for their causes.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
MacKenzie Scott Gives $640M to Small Nonprofits in 2024
Acts of KindnessJun 10

MacKenzie Scott Gives $640M to Small Nonprofits in 2024

Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott handed out $640 million through her foundation's open application program, supporting small nonprofits across America with no strings attached. Her trust-based giving approach lets organizations spend funds however they need most.

Google: philanthropy gives2 min read
India's Economy Surges to 8.3% Growth in Q3
Global NewsFeb 27

India's Economy Surges to 8.3% Growth in Q3

India's economy is roaring back with an impressive 8.3% growth rate in the third quarter, powered by falling inflation and rising consumer demand. The boost comes after recent tax cuts sparked a wave of economic activity across the country.

Google: economic growth report2 min read
Hawaii Rallies Volunteers as Nonprofits Face Federal Cuts
Acts of KindnessApr 2

Hawaii Rallies Volunteers as Nonprofits Face Federal Cuts

When federal funding dried up for Hawaii's nonprofits, a statewide volunteer movement stepped in to save essential services. One organization is now connecting thousands of helpers with communities desperately needing support.

Google: volunteers help3 min read

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