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Trumbull County, Ohio just made exploring local history free, fun, and accessible with a new passport program spanning 34 historic sites. Two lucky winners will score gift baskets just for visiting their own backyard.
A program that's helped 500 people break free from poverty in Marion, Ohio is expanding to neighboring Crawford County. Crawford Matters will teach residents the skills and mindset needed to build lasting financial stability.
A proven anti-poverty program that's helped nearly 500 people in Marion, Ohio is bringing its life-changing approach to neighboring Crawford County. Crawford Matters will teach residents how to build lasting stability through education, resources, and mindset shifts.
Nearly 200 volunteers gave thousands of hours to support youth programs, fitness classes, and community events at one Ohio YMCA last year. The organization celebrated their service at an annual dinner that honored families, teens, and longtime leaders who keep programs running strong.
From Kenya's slums to remote Chinese villages, yoga initiatives are helping thousands escape poverty while building healthier, more connected communities. Programs across three continents now combine ancient practice with modern poverty-fighting strategies.
Inmates at a high-security UK prison are learning about relationships and harmony through an innovative beekeeping program inspired by King Charles' environmental work. The program is helping prisoners who struggled with broken relationships reconnect with nature and understand how communities work together.
Spherion Mid Ohio is awarding up to $5,000 to students who demonstrate leadership and community service. The program has already helped 17 students nationwide pursue their education dreams.
A nonprofit in Washington's Highline area is opening its doors to volunteers who want to bring more art into their community. Burien Arts Association needs helpers with all kinds of talents to expand its programs across five local cities.
Volunteers at California's Kern County Library system are doing far more than shelving books. They're stocking seed libraries, prepping craft programs, and freeing up staff to focus on essential community services like free meals and storytimes.
Five East Central Ohio seniors received statewide recognition for combining stellar grades with meaningful community service. Each earned a $500 scholarship and joined nearly 2,700 students honored since the program began.
CorpsAfrica Ghana is recruiting young professionals for a transformative volunteer program that places them in rural villages for 10 months to co-create lasting solutions. Volunteers receive training, living support, and hands-on leadership experience while helping communities thrive.
Mingo Junction, Ohio is building a community innovation center that will bring the town its first medical clinic in years, plus free job training and youth programs. The $6.5 million facility opens this summer with no cost to local taxpayers.
Union Local School District in Ohio just passed its first new funding levy since 1989, ending a 35-year wait for additional resources. The superintendent called the community vote a historic victory for students who've gone without updated facilities and programs for decades.
A Hollywood drama filmed entirely in Bellefontaine, Ohio features real addiction recovery court participants alongside professional actors, bringing rural America's opioid recovery story to nationwide theaters. The community-made film premiered at Sundance and hits theaters nationwide in August.
A Lima, Ohio school district struggling with overall ratings just proved that meeting students where they are works. Their career-technical program earned 4.5 out of 5 stars while building confidence in every student.
A new 117-megawatt solar farm in Highland County, Ohio just powered up using panels manufactured right in the state. It's proof that American-made clean energy can work at scale while boosting local communities.
Seniors 55 and older can earn a stipend while helping students with reading, math, and life skills through Ohio's Foster Grandparent program. The program has matched caring volunteers with children since 1972 and is still growing.
Ohio University just cracked the top 25 public schools nationwide for augmented and virtual reality education. Graduates are landing jobs at Microsoft, Disney, and Google thanks to hands-on training that blends creativity with cutting-edge tech.
Nearly 200 small volunteer fire departments across Ohio are getting critical funding for equipment and training. The first-of-its-kind grant recognizes the backbone of emergency response in rural communities.
A reservoir in Lima, Ohio, is now home to 3,400 floating solar panels that will power the city's water treatment plant around the clock. The innovative approach saves farmland while slashing energy costs for residents.
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