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Figure skating legend Kristi Yamaguchi surprised Sacramento elementary students with free tablets and books through her literacy nonprofit. Her Always Reading program now serves 6,000 underserved children across 40 schools every year.
Sacramento is turning its mile-long riverfront museum district into a major tourist draw that could transform the city's economy. City leaders just approved funding priorities to expand museums and showcase thousands of hidden historical artifacts.
A Pittsburgh high school student turned his passion for service into action by founding a nonprofit that gives back to active-duty military members. Collin Arthrell's organization is making a real difference for those who serve.
After spinal surgery left him permanently paralyzed, cancer survivor Kris Kivi launched a nonprofit that fixes dangerous home repairs for elderly residents, veterans, and single parents who can't afford emergency contractors. 4K Hands of Hope is filling gaps left by larger agencies in Houston.
For 20 years, Operation Finally Home has built or modified homes for wounded veterans and first responders at no cost to them. The Texas nonprofit averages one new home build per month and thousands of modifications.
Justin Dowell wasn't picked in the X Games draft despite being the reigning champion. He answered his doubters with a near-perfect performance that brought Sacramento's first X Games to life.
A two-year-old black cat named Smino just soared past the current feline long jump world record with a 104-inch leap in midtown Sacramento. His owner Alex Simphoukham has been training him like a fitness client, with an active lifestyle and plenty of protein.
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.
A new TED talk reveals how Schoolhouse.world pairs students with volunteer tutors from around the world, proving human connection beats AI in education. The nonprofit has already built a thriving global learning community.
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.
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.
A Coachella Valley nonprofit is recruiting volunteers to help job seekers prepare for employment with free professional clothing and career support. Desert Best Friend's Closet offers clothing, coaching, and resume help to people working toward financial independence.
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.
Sacramento's Golden 1 Center hosted the NCAA Women's Sweet 16 and Elite 8 for the first time, bringing eight top teams, 13,000 hotel bookings, and $10 million to the city while UCLA went on to win its first-ever national championship.
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.
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.
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.
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.
After beating rare stage four cancer three times, healthcare executive Chris Goldsmith wrote a survival guide and launched a nonprofit to transform patient care. His mission: collect real patient stories and use AI to push the healthcare industry toward meaningful change.
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.
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