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US politics
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

5 Key Takeaways: The Future of School Property Taxes in Pennsylvania

Proposed amendment in Pennsylvania aims to eliminate school property tax and replace it with a new funding model by 2029.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago

'Almost forgotten' east London river to be revamped in 3m project

Ilford Arrival project will revitalize the River Roding with a £3 million regeneration scheme involving a bridge, park, and riverside walk.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
4 years ago

To Support Democracy, Foundations Must Practice Democracy - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Many foundations preaching democracy externally are practicing anti-democratic ideology internally by enforcing top-down decision-making and power consolidation. Funders must shift power to communities.
Social justice
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

SF's HERstorical Walk: "The Art of HOMELessness" (Tenderloin)

The Art of HOMELessness installation will include street writing workshops for houseless youth and elders, showcasing 29 years of resistance through creative expression.
Arts
fromMiami Herald
3 weeks ago

Impactful hiring program is 'game-changer' for company and neurodivergent individuals

El Car Wash launched a neurodivergent hiring program, providing a supportive environment for individuals with autism and other neurodivergent traits.
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

These two Black transgender women are 'shining beacons' leading Chicago through anti-trans backlash

Brady-Davis stated, "I feel that Republicans, the President of the United States, were elected on the backs of $250 million worth of lies," addressing the anti-trans ad campaigns.
LGBT
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

44 percent: Miami muralist, TPS in limbo for Haitian immigrants

Addonis Parker's journey as a muralist illustrates the profound impact of embracing one's artistic gifts for community empowerment.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Film: Pacific Mission + Q&A with Plastic Odyssey's Fabien Lamaison

Pacific Mission tackles the urgent issue of plastic pollution through innovative waste management and community empowerment in the Pacific Ocean.
fromEater Dallas
1 month ago

How Chad Houser's Cafe Momentum Changed Lives - And Broke Dallas's 31-Year James Beard Award Losing Streak

I knew several months back that I was nominated, which I thought was cute and harmless. After hearing I was a finalist, the excitement grew.
NYC startup
#photography
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

Credit, community and connection: Meet Tayumika Zurita, the woman driving financial empowerment in Bed-Stuy * Brooklyn Paper

JPMorgan Chase aims to empower Brooklyn communities through financial education and community-building initiatives at their new Community Center Branch.
Black Lives Matter
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

'Scary times': Ben Crump and Rep. Jasmine Crockett speak to Miami Gardens residents

Political engagement and community building are crucial for Black America's progress, emphasized by leaders at the People's Meetup Town Hall.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Waste collection is green work': how a pro-poor partnership created jobs and cleaned a city

Waste pickers in Pune have transitioned from being marginalized individuals to respected community educators through a pro-poor private public partnership model.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
2 months ago

How the State of the People Power Tour Is Building Power and Amplifying Black Voices - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

A grassroots movement is underway to amplify Black voices and drive systemic change across the U.S.
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago

Investment for the People

Rukaiyah Adams reflects on the founding of the 1803 Fund post-George Floyd’s murder, emphasizing the need for transformative change within Portland's Black community.
Social justice
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Marc Walraven on Solving Food Deserts One Vertical Farm at a Time

Marc Walraven aims to empower urban communities to grow food easily through innovative and simple farming systems.
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Real Estate Conference Looks to Provide Community, Capital And Connection For Black New Yorkers

The main goal is community, connection, and capital. It's to prove that we can work together to achieve great things.
Brooklyn
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

Inhabited Landscapes: 20 Cultural and Community Centers in Rural Areas

The architecture of cultural and community centers in rural areas becomes a rich field for experimentation, blending tradition and innovation tailored to local realities.
Online Community Development
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 months ago

NYC to Buffalo: This Weed Brand Is Blowing Up Across the State | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Silly Nice embodies a unique blend of authenticity and hustle, rapidly transforming from a Harlem-based initiative to a leading name in New York's cannabis landscape.
NYC startup
fromHackernoon
2 years ago

Poker Meets Web3: MTT Sports Steals the Spotlight at TOKEN2049 | HackerNoon

MTT Sports is transforming its user engagement strategy by retiring free mining in favor of a more sustainable token distribution model.
fromThe Washington Post
3 months ago

A tiny tribe wanted to shape the future of a famed canyon. Ancient DNA helped.

"We've always known who we are. Our elders [have] always known we've been here. Come to find out, everything we felt and knew [is] just validated on their terms."
US news
Fashion & style
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
3 months ago

Sustainable Style: Weed Auntie's Hemp Jumpsuit Celebrates Community and Cannabis | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Solonje Burnett launches the eco-friendly Weed Auntie Hemp Jumpsuit, merging fashion with sustainability and community empowerment.
NYC parents
fromsilive
3 months ago

Staten Island community to benefit from $30K Spectrum grant

Spectrum is enhancing technology education in Staten Island with a $30,000 grant for digital literacy programs.
fromHackernoon
3 months ago

This Island Nation Wants to Use Language, Not Just Tech, to Fight Climate and Economic Collapse | HackerNoon

"Our People Is Our Only Resource" reflects the essence of community and collaboration in leveraging local talent for development, emphasizing the importance of human capital in transforming societies.
Online Community Development
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
3 months ago

2025 Youth Arts Summit (SF)

The Youth Art Summit celebrates young artists and creativity on May 3rd, fostering connection and artistic growth over 15 years.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Opinion | Don't Like What Trump Is Doing? You Have More Power Than You Think.

This Lenten season, Rev. Jamal Bryant has called for a 40-day fast from shopping at Target, reflecting a response to their retreat on diversity commitments.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Black farmers face setbacks over Trump budget cuts: We are in survival mode'

We are experiencing significant cuts that threaten our ability to educate and empower communities. The USDA funding critical to our survival is drying up, placing our initiatives at risk.
NYC parents
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
4 months ago

Individual Advocacy Group turns 30: Celebrating a legacy of advocacy and change

Individual Advocacy Group has consistently believed in the dignity and worth of every individual, ensuring they receive respect and support to lead independent lives.
Online Community Development
fromstupidDOPE
4 months ago

Silly Nice and The Cannabis Justice & Equity (CJEI) Initiative Unite for Social Change | stupidDOPE

Silly Nice partners with CJEI to empower communities affected by cannabis prohibition through education and economic opportunities.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
4 months ago

Brooklyn Org Spark Prize Winner: Brownsville Community Culinary Center

The Brownsville Community Culinary Center received a 2025 Spark Prize to enhance its culinary training and nutrition education programs.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
5 months ago

Black History, Queer Resistance, and the Audacity of Possibility - San Francisco Bay Times

Recognizing the enduring impact of Black leadership is essential to understanding the history and future of San Francisco Pride.
NYC politics
fromQNS
5 months ago

Queens advocate fights for NYC's street vendors amid immigration and policy battles - QNS

Rafi Islam is advocating for street vendors' rights in NYC, focusing on legislative reforms and fighting against potential mass deportations.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
6 months ago

Celebrate MLK's Legacy With a Health Freedom Walk in Brooklyn

The Health Freedom Walks honor MLK's legacy while promoting community health through plant-based diets in NYC neighborhoods.
Miscellaneous
fromKALTBLUT Magazine
7 months ago

Cultivating Community: Femme Bass Mafia's Mission for a Safer Music Industry - KALTBLUT Magazine

Femme Bass Mafia has significantly fostered inclusivity and empowerment in the electronic music scene for women and underrepresented communities since 2019.
fromMiami Herald
8 months ago

After dodging Hialeah annexation, this historically Black neighborhood wants to be a city

The residents of Brownsville aim to incorporate their historically Black neighborhood into an independent city to better control their destiny.
fromstupidDOPE
8 months ago

Silly Nice Seeks Charitable Organizations in Harlem for Collaboration Opportunities | stupidDOPE

Silly Nice seeks to collaborate with Harlem nonprofits to drive positive social impact through community empowerment.
fromModern Retail
9 months ago

Mastercard, Samsung and 7-Eleven are 2024 Greater Good Awards winners

Mastercard's Touch Card, designed to aid blind and low-sighted individuals, exemplifies innovation in financial inclusion, featuring a film that redefines storytelling without visuals.
Miscellaneous
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