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Foundations step up funding to bolster trust in local news 

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news organizations, specifically local news outlets, have been rapidly dwindling. The COVID-19 pandemic brought more challenges for the industry, as demand for local news grew but revenue and outlets shrank. MacArthur, and William and Flora Hewlett Foundations have recognized the importance of a vibrant local news ecosystem.

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ChangeX launches $50,000 fund to support local groups in City of Toronto and York Region to start or expand impactful community projects

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ChangeX, supported by a Community Empowerment Fund award from Microsoft, has launched a fund to support registered nonprofits to start or expand impactful community projects in the City of Toronto and York Region. This is the first year of the Toronto Community Challenge.

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50 Years of Environmental Impact: NRDC Nominated for a Webby Award

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As we celebrate Earth Day 2021 this week, we are thrilled to share the news that the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and its 50th anniversary website “Fighting Polluters Since 1970” has been nominated for a Webby Award! Telling the story of 50 years of impact. To help the site win, be sure to cast your vote today!

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

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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. The first grants are to be awarded later this year. What’s the problem?

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Forum One Wins 7 Davey Awards!

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We are excited to share that Forum One has been selected for 7 Davey Awards for our excellence in web design! The Davey Awards competition honors the achievements of the “Creative Davids” internationally who derive their strength from big ideas, not big budgets. The post Forum One Wins 7 Davey Awards! social justice issues?that?impact?the

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Forum One Wins 10 Vega Awards

Forum One

We are excited to announce that Forum One has been recognized as a 2021 Vega Awards winner of 10 awards in eight different categories! The Vega Awards acknowledge those who create and continually expand the digital universe. The post Forum One Wins 10 Vega Awards appeared first on Forum One | Turn Ideas Into Impact.

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Forum One Wins 12 Communicator Awards

Forum One

We are excited to announce that Forum One has been recognized as a 2021 Communicator Awards winner of 12 awards in six different categories! The Communicator Awards honor excellence in innovation and creative work in marketing and communications. Without further ado: the winners! The Vilcek Foundation. The Frist Art Museum.

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