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Kansas Charity Urges Year-Round Giving Beyond Lent
Acts of KindnessMar 27

Kansas Charity Urges Year-Round Giving Beyond Lent

Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas is reminding donors that hunger, homelessness, and hardship don't take a break after Easter. The organization is encouraging supporters to transform their Lenten generosity into a year-round habit that creates lasting change.

Google: charity donation2 min read
Chicago's LGBTQ+ Groups Need Volunteers Year-Round
Acts of KindnessJun 19

Chicago's LGBTQ+ Groups Need Volunteers Year-Round

Four major Chicago LGBTQ+ organizations are opening their doors to volunteers who want to make a difference beyond Pride month. From food pantries to youth centers, these groups offer flexible ways to support the community all year long.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Cancer Survivors Get Year-Round Support After Treatment
Health & WellnessMar 1

Cancer Survivors Get Year-Round Support After Treatment

A North Carolina clinic is helping cancer survivors navigate the complex emotions and physical challenges that come after treatment ends. The program offers whole-person care that goes far beyond typical follow-up appointments.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
Africa Launches Year-Round Network for Development Impact
Solutions23h ago

Africa Launches Year-Round Network for Development Impact

A new pan-African platform is turning annual summit conversations into year-round action on sustainable development. The Africa Social Impact Network will connect governments, businesses, and organizations across the continent to mobilize funding and partnerships.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read
Fresno Mission Opens Year-Round Volunteer Spots
Acts of KindnessAug 14

Fresno Mission Opens Year-Round Volunteer Spots

The Fresno Mission is inviting community members to join their team of volunteers helping homeless neighbors year-round. Beyond donations, hands-on volunteer opportunities let locals make a direct difference in their city.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Volunteer Supports Pancreatic Cancer Survivors for 16 Years
Community HeroesApr 28

Volunteer Supports Pancreatic Cancer Survivors for 16 Years

Jill Huff has spent 16 years checking in on pancreatic cancer survivors, coordinating events, and offering support after losing her brother to the disease. Nearly 1,500 people gathered in Colorado to raise $271,000 for research and patient services.

Google News - Cancer Survivor3 min read
Temple Embeds Students in 2 Philly Schools Year-Round
Acts of KindnessApr 7

Temple Embeds Students in 2 Philly Schools Year-Round

Temple University is placing education students in two North Philadelphia schools every year instead of rotating placements, giving struggling neighborhoods sustained support. The partnership begins Fall 2026 and pairs future teachers with mentors while bringing workshops and college prep programs to families.

Google News - Student Achievement3 min read
Maryland Programs Support 24,000 Jobs in One Year
SolutionsMar 24

Maryland Programs Support 24,000 Jobs in One Year

Maryland's business incentive programs helped create and keep 24,000 jobs during the last fiscal year, with manufacturing leading the way. Over 830 businesses tapped into nearly $434 million in support to grow their operations across the state.

Google News - Jobs Created3 min read
Support Worker to CEO: One Man's 14-Year Journey at Hostinger
Community HeroesJul 1

Support Worker to CEO: One Man's 14-Year Journey at Hostinger

Giedrius Zakaitis started answering customer support emails at a Lithuanian web hosting company 14 years ago. This week, he became its CEO as Hostinger reinvents itself as an AI-first platform for small businesses.

YourStory India3 min read
Egypt Launches Year-Round Funding for Student Innovators
InnovationJun 9

Egypt Launches Year-Round Funding for Student Innovators

Egypt is opening funding programs up to four times a year to help students turn their best ideas into real solutions. The initiative includes building technology valleys and innovation hubs to support projects from classroom to marketplace.

Google News - Egypt Innovation2 min read
UK Supermarket Signs 10-Year Deal for Year-Round Salads
SolutionsJul 26

UK Supermarket Signs 10-Year Deal for Year-Round Salads

Britain's second-largest supermarket just locked in a decade-long partnership to grow tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers locally all year long. The move could end the supply shocks that left shelves empty in 2023.

Independent UK - Good News2 min read
Marin Volunteer Group Marks 65 Years Supporting Local Hospital
Acts of KindnessMay 9

Marin Volunteer Group Marks 65 Years Supporting Local Hospital

The MarinHealth Raccoons celebrated their 65th anniversary with a successful garden tour fundraiser. The volunteer group continues raising funds through multiple events to support MarinHealth hospital services.

Google: fundraiser success2 min read
Indian Town Turns Amla Fruit into Year-Round Jobs
SolutionsFeb 2

Indian Town Turns Amla Fruit into Year-Round Jobs

A small Indian town transformed a seasonal fruit harvest into a thriving economy that employs farmers, processors, and traders throughout the year. Pratapgarh's amla processing now supports entire families through one entrepreneur's vision to turn local crops into lasting livelihoods.

YourStory India2 min read
NY Firefighters Train Year-Round for Water Rescues
Community HeroesAug 17

NY Firefighters Train Year-Round for Water Rescues

Golden's Bridge firefighters practice life-saving water rescue techniques on local lakes and reservoirs. Their year-round drills prepare them to respond within seconds when swimmers, boaters, and fishermen need help.

Google News - Firefighter Rescues2 min read
Former VP Funds Church, Supports Leprosy Patients for Years
Acts of KindnessAug 31

Former VP Funds Church, Supports Leprosy Patients for Years

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia commissioned a new Catholic church in Ghana he personally funded, continuing a decade-long commitment to helping people affected by leprosy. His support has ranged from building projects to life-changing medical care for abandoned children.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
South African Mom Supports Families After 30 Years With Son
VideosAug 18

South African Mom Supports Families After 30 Years With Son

After her son was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at six months old, Keneilwe Dikoma spent three decades learning to care for him. Now she's using everything she learned to help other families in her rural village navigate disability with hope and community support.

Daily Maverick2 min read
Ventura Launches Free Small Business Support Events
SolutionsMay 4

Ventura Launches Free Small Business Support Events

The City of Ventura is celebrating Small Business Week with free workshops, resource fairs, and year-round support programs designed to help local entrepreneurs thrive. From expert-led planning sessions to one-on-one guidance, the city is investing in the backbone of its economy.

Google News - Small Business Success3 min read
5 Indian Villages Store Monsoon Rain for Year-Round Water
Planet WinsAug 16

5 Indian Villages Store Monsoon Rain for Year-Round Water

Five Indian villages turned seasonal downpours into year-round water security by building simple structures that catch and store monsoon rain. Their solution is transforming dry seasons and proving that small communities can solve big water problems.

The Better India2 min read
9,500-Acre Wildlife Estate Gets Year-Round Sound Monitoring
Planet WinsMay 5

9,500-Acre Wildlife Estate Gets Year-Round Sound Monitoring

Scientists are using cutting-edge tech to listen to wildlife across a massive English estate before beginning one of the country's biggest nature recovery projects. The year-round acoustic survey will track everything from bats to insects, creating a rare baseline before restoration begins.

Google News - Wildlife Recovery3 min read
GabbaCamp Named Charity of the Year in Mahoning Valley
Acts of KindnessAug 1

GabbaCamp Named Charity of the Year in Mahoning Valley

A year-round camp serving people with disabilities just received a major boost from a local women's group. The Newcomers of Mahoning Valley chose GabbaCamp as their 2026 Charity of the Year, delivering a generous donation to expand its mission.

Google: charity donation2 min read

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