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6 stories tagged with "Grant Funding"
Kentucky Town Secures $16M in Grants for Water Plant
Solutions•Oct 15

Kentucky Town Secures $16M in Grants for Water Plant

After three years of effort, Sturgis, Kentucky landed over $16 million in grants to build a new water treatment plant that will dramatically cut residents' water bills. The project puts the town one step closer to controlling its own water supply and revitalizing the entire community.

Google News - New Treatment•2 min read
Minnesota Students Build Park Shelters After Trees Lost
Solutions•Jun 3

Minnesota Students Build Park Shelters After Trees Lost

When emerald ash borer killed 16 trees at Kenyon's Depot Park, high school construction students stepped up to build two new picnic shelters. Local grants, firefighters, and Habitat for Humanity volunteers turned a shade crisis into a hands-on learning opportunity.

Solutions Desk•2 min read
Mental Health First Aid Grant Guide Helps Communities Expand
Health & Wellness•May 28

Mental Health First Aid Grant Guide Helps Communities Expand

A new comprehensive guide shows organizations how to secure funding for Mental Health First Aid programs, making mental health education more accessible to communities nationwide. The step-by-step resource covers everything from finding grants to writing winning applications.

Google News - Mental Health Success•3 min read
MIT Solve Uses AI to Screen 3,000 Grant Applications Fairly
Innovation•Feb 6

MIT Solve Uses AI to Screen 3,000 Grant Applications Fairly

MIT Solve just proved that AI can help funders evaluate thousands of applications without losing the human touch. The result? More time spent on promising ideas and fairer reviews for everyone.

Fast Company•3 min read
Indiana School Gives Kids $30K Design Studio for Tomorrow
Innovation•Jan 30

Indiana School Gives Kids $30K Design Studio for Tomorrow

Middle schoolers in Evansville are now designing drones, coding robots, and 3D printing their ideas thanks to a brand new innovation studio. Three more Catholic schools across Indiana are opening similar labs to prepare elementary students for tech careers.

Google News - School Innovation•3 min read
Poland Opens $25K Grants for Lebanese Community Projects
Solutions•Jan 26

Poland Opens $25K Grants for Lebanese Community Projects

Poland is offering grants up to $25,000 to Lebanese organizations working on education, healthcare, renewable energy, and crisis management. Applications are open until February 16, 2026.

Solutions Desk•2 min read