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[Breaking News] An Extraordinary Funding Opportunity For Nonprofits To Preserve Local Journalism

Bloomerang

Nonprofits focused on the preservation of local journalism are being called to step up, and many of the country’s largest private foundations have announced $500 million in funding over five years to support them, an extraordinary initiative called Press Forward. This can include parts of the Midwest and rural areas in various states.

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November Cause Awareness: National Native American Heritage Month

Qgiv

Parker, a Seneca Indian who worked as the director of the Museum of Arts and Science in Rochester, N.Y. There are archaeological sites all over the United States, so it’s easy to look up a few locations near you and carve out the time to visit the next time you’re traveling.

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Libraries pivot to survive pandemic

Candid

Bridging the digital divide has become essential during the pandemic as many communities, particularly rural ones, do not have sufficient access to Wi-Fi or computers for students. Libraries have helped fill the void by providing hot spot access and in some cases laptops computers to students.

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February Cause Awareness: Black History Month

Qgiv

February is Black History Month in many countries in the United States and Canada, an annual observance dedicated to honoring and acknowledging the valuable contributions of Black people in both nations. These nonprofits rely on funds from generous donors to keep their work going and to provide support to the Black community.

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August Awareness: National Back to School Month

Qgiv

For students, teachers, parents, and guardians across the nation, the arrival of August signals the end of summer vacation and the arrival of back-to-school season. In the United States, the school year traditionally starts in the fall and ends in the spring. Volunteer at your local school. Donate school supplies.

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January Cause Awareness: National Mentoring Month

Qgiv

The organization recognized that having a mentor can improve young people’s academic, social, and economic prospects and works to close the mentoring gap that exists for 1 in 3 young people. Get involved with your local MENTOR affiliate and check out their calendar of events to see what kinds of events you can attend. Final thoughts.

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Celebrate, Educate, and Fundraise: Planning Winning AAPI Heritage Month Events

The Modern Nonprofit

Embarking on Your AAPI Heritage Month Journey Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, celebrated every May in the United States, provides an important opportunity to honor the history, culture, and achievements of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. Reach out to Asian American student groups on college campuses as well.