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Foundations step up funding to bolster trust in local news 

Candid

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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[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. Press Forward seeks to stop and reverse that trend.

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Metcalf Foundation now accepting applications for the 2024 Opportunities Fund

Charity Village

The Metcalf Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2024 Opportunities Fund, which aims to improve the livelihoods of low-income people and communities in Toronto. This is an open call for innovative ideas and approaches that improve the economic livelihoods of low-income Torontonians.

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The Rice Family Foundation to Support Local Area Nonprofit Organizations

NonProfit PRO

The Rice Family Foundation supports eligible local area nonprofit organizations that dedicate their time, efforts, and resources to foster a better community. The deadline for consideration of 2023 grant funds is July 31, 2023.

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Nonprofit Grants: Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation To Fund $9 Billion

Bloomerang

It’s also likely not news to you that people are discouraged and that so many of us are wondering whether it’s worth it to work toward and hope for a better future. The next tweets give some context for the news he’s about the share. How is the foundation going to respond to this moment in time? It’s an ambitious goal.

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Walton Family Foundation Launches Pilot Project, The Connection Hub

NonProfit PRO

The Walton Family Foundation has launched The Connection Hub, a two-year pilot program designed to support Arkansas-based 501(c)(3) organizations in developing their capacity to secure federal grant funding.

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TD Charitable Foundation Will Award $7M to Housing Nonprofits

NonProfit PRO

TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, announced the launch of its 17th annual Housing for Everyone grant competition. The grant program will fund organizations providing rental assistance, restoring affordable housing units, and increasing organizational capacity.