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US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

Gospel-focused racial reconciliation in the Deep South

People are working through differences to foster unity in a divided America.
A biracial group in Mobile meets regularly to discuss cultural differences and seek common ground.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

From Stormzy to Danny Dyer: The celebrities spotted in Romford this year

Celebrities spotted in Romford in 2024 include Danny Dyer, Stormzy, Rav Wilding, and Jesy Nelson, enhancing the town's appeal and community engagement.
fromThe Mercury News
7 months ago
Los Angeles

Sunnyvale volunteers show compassion during week of service

Compassion Week promotes community engagement and volunteerism through various projects, aiming to create enduring impacts beyond the week itself.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

Gospel-focused racial reconciliation in the Deep South

People are working through differences to foster unity in a divided America.
A biracial group in Mobile meets regularly to discuss cultural differences and seek common ground.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

From Stormzy to Danny Dyer: The celebrities spotted in Romford this year

Celebrities spotted in Romford in 2024 include Danny Dyer, Stormzy, Rav Wilding, and Jesy Nelson, enhancing the town's appeal and community engagement.
fromThe Mercury News
7 months ago
Los Angeles

Sunnyvale volunteers show compassion during week of service

Compassion Week promotes community engagement and volunteerism through various projects, aiming to create enduring impacts beyond the week itself.
more#community-engagement
#community-development
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

A New Luxury-Building Amenity the Whole Neighborhood Can Use: Child Care

Developers are converting unused spaces into community-focused services like child care centers, addressing local needs and enhancing resident amenities.
fromBronx Times
7 months ago
New York City

Project Pawn launches flagship chess center in Soundview - Bronx Times

Project Pawn opens a flagship learning center in Soundview, enhancing chess education and community engagement for youth and families.
fromTelecompetitor
7 months ago
Online Community Development

T-Mobile Announces 25 New Hometown Grant Recipients in Rural Communities

T-Mobile's Hometown Grants support local projects, enhancing community development with over $14 million raised since 2021 for small towns and rural areas.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

A New Luxury-Building Amenity the Whole Neighborhood Can Use: Child Care

Developers are converting unused spaces into community-focused services like child care centers, addressing local needs and enhancing resident amenities.
fromBronx Times
7 months ago
New York City

Project Pawn launches flagship chess center in Soundview - Bronx Times

Project Pawn opens a flagship learning center in Soundview, enhancing chess education and community engagement for youth and families.
fromTelecompetitor
7 months ago
Online Community Development

T-Mobile Announces 25 New Hometown Grant Recipients in Rural Communities

T-Mobile's Hometown Grants support local projects, enhancing community development with over $14 million raised since 2021 for small towns and rural areas.
more#community-development
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
Fundraising

Beckenham kids take matters into their own hands to fix decayed playground

Community fundraising is vital for renovating the Churchfields Recreation playground.
fromwww.readingeagle.com
1 month ago
Fundraising

Consider planting an extra row for the hungry in your garden this spring

Planting extra produce helps fight hunger through community donations, promoting a culture of generosity and local support.
Portland food
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

Spring Arts 2025: Portland Theater Reviews, Gallery Shows, and a First-Ever Festival of Nail Art!

Spring is a time for collaboration and building alliances within the arts community.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

German city lures early election voters with free beer DW 02/15/2025

Duisburg offers drink vouchers to absentee voters to boost low turnout, combining civic engagement with local culture.
#community-support
fromwww.thelocal.se
7 months ago
Education

Swedish town in Lapland offers families 10,000 kronor to move in

The local school in Glommerstrask faces closure due to low enrollment, prompting efforts to attract families with cash incentives.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago
California

Recovery fund is helping Altadena teen girls who lost their homes feel like themselves again

Avery Colvert's project aims to restore confidence and normalcy for teen girls affected by the Eaton fire through beauty and clothing donations.
fromwww.thelocal.se
7 months ago
Education

Swedish town in Lapland offers families 10,000 kronor to move in

The local school in Glommerstrask faces closure due to low enrollment, prompting efforts to attract families with cash incentives.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago
California

Recovery fund is helping Altadena teen girls who lost their homes feel like themselves again

Avery Colvert's project aims to restore confidence and normalcy for teen girls affected by the Eaton fire through beauty and clothing donations.
more#community-support
#community-service
fromGreenpointers
5 months ago
Brooklyn

A North Brooklyn Guide to Volunteering this Holiday Season - Greenpointers

There are multiple volunteer opportunities in North Brooklyn to support local communities during the holiday season.
fromianVisits
8 months ago
London

Historic Limehouse Town Hall offers a new way to check bus arrival times

A community-driven project repurposed a display board to provide real-time bus arrival times, enhancing local transport accessibility.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Alameda mayor: Here are three heartwarming stories for the holidays

The Girl Scouts of Alameda demonstrate exceptional community leadership through impactful projects, embodying service and dedication to local issues.
fromGreenpointers
5 months ago
Brooklyn

A North Brooklyn Guide to Volunteering this Holiday Season - Greenpointers

There are multiple volunteer opportunities in North Brooklyn to support local communities during the holiday season.
fromianVisits
8 months ago
London

Historic Limehouse Town Hall offers a new way to check bus arrival times

A community-driven project repurposed a display board to provide real-time bus arrival times, enhancing local transport accessibility.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Alameda mayor: Here are three heartwarming stories for the holidays

The Girl Scouts of Alameda demonstrate exceptional community leadership through impactful projects, embodying service and dedication to local issues.
more#community-service
fromwww.bbc.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Why a pub changed its name to help save swans

The White Swan pub changes name to raise awareness about cigarette butt pollution in waterways.
Local pubs can play a vital role in educating smokers about proper disposal of cigarette waste.
fromModern Farmer
8 months ago
NYC food

Spotlight On a Network Aiming to Make Everyone a Food Changemaker - Modern Farmer

Ali Ghiorse aims to transform the food system through education and awareness of sustainable practices in Greenwich, CT.
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