ArtsFund and Allen Family Philanthropies have announced a $10 million funding round for 930 arts and culture organizations across Washington State through the third year of the Community Accelerator Grant program. This marks the largest group of awardees in the program’s history, with 19 percent being first-time recipients. Since its launch in 2023, the program… [Read More]
Finnfund Launches New Investment Fund to Boost Digital Inclusiveness in Developing Countries
The Finnish development financier Finnfund has launched a new investment vehicle, the Finnfund Digital Access Impact Fund I (DAIF), to support digital services and infrastructure development in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The fund aims to promote gender equality and financial inclusion while mobilizing private capital to drive sustainable development. At its first closing, DAIF… [Read More]
UNHCR Applauds Thailand’s New Resolution Granting Long-Term Refugees Right to Work
The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has praised the Royal Thai Government for adopting a resolution that grants long-staying refugees from Myanmar the right to work in Thailand. This policy change directly addresses the needs of approximately 81,000 forcibly displaced individuals living in temporary shelters along the Thai-Myanmar border, many of whom have resided in these… [Read More]
$119M in Development Proposals Submitted for Clinton Street Projects
The City of Binghamton has received 55 project proposals totaling nearly $119 million in response to its public call for ideas under the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) State grant for the Clinton Street neighborhood. Mayor Jared M. Kraham highlighted the strong response from business owners, developers, non-profits, and community stakeholders, emphasizing the significant private investment… [Read More]
Green Horizon: Advancing Sustainable Energy in East Asia
The Green Horizon: East Asia’s Sustainable Energy Future report provides a comprehensive roadmap for aligning energy and development objectives across East Asia. It emphasizes decarbonizing the power and industrial sectors—which together account for 75–87 percent of regional emissions—through strategies such as enhanced efficiency, electrification, renewable energy deployment, and advanced technologies like green hydrogen and carbon… [Read More]
Early Childhood Investment in El Salvador: Unlocking Transformative Growth
Over the past several years, significant progress has been made in transforming education in El Salvador, driven by collaboration between the World Bank and local partners. Three major achievements stand out: mobilizing funds to invest in critical areas such as school infrastructure, teacher training, and educational materials; fostering collaboration among government entities, NGOs, and civil… [Read More]
Aging in Albania: Understanding Long-Term Care for Older Adults
The study offers a comprehensive examination of Albania’s long-term care (LTC) system for older adults, focusing on both the demand for and supply of services in the context of rapid population aging and changing social dynamics. Conducted by UNDP Albania in partnership with key national institutions under the UN Joint Programme “Livelong Empowerment and Protection… [Read More]
Canada Invests $1M+ to Boost Innovation and Economic Growth in Northern Ontario
The Government of Canada, through FedNor, is investing $1,050,000 to support two major initiatives led by NORCAT in Northern Ontario, as announced by Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, on behalf of Minister Patty Hajdu. These investments aim to drive innovation, skill development, and the growth of small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the… [Read More]
Saskatchewan Government Launches New Funding to Support Children and Youth Affected by Abuse
The Government of Canada is investing over $470,000 over two years to support the Moose Jaw Little Oak Child and Youth Justice Centre (CYAC) and expand the Victim Services Responder program. These investments, made in partnership with the Saskatchewan provincial government, aim to provide safe, child-friendly spaces and trauma-informed services for children and youth who… [Read More]
Canada Invests $33M in Indigenous-Led Solar Energy Project in Saskatchewan
Canada is partnering with the George Gordon First Nation through Wicehtowak Solar Ltd. to advance clean and reliable energy development. The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced an investment of over $33 million to support the creation of the Wicehtowak Solar Project, an Indigenous-owned solar power farm near Regina, Saskatchewan. Funded… [Read More]
Government of Canada Strengthens Support for 2SLGBTQI+ Communities Nationwide
The Government of Canada reaffirmed its support for 2SLGBTQI+ communities, highlighting the ongoing progress of the Federal 2SLGBTQI+ Action Plan, which aims to promote equality and address challenges faced by these communities. Minister Rechie Valdez, joined by MPs Hedy Fry and Wade Chang, announced initiatives including the 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Program, which provides $25 million to… [Read More]
Investing in British Columbia: Building Safe and Strong Communities
The Government of Canada is investing over $326 million in British Columbia in 2025–26 to strengthen communities and enhance local infrastructure. This funding is intended to support both essential and recreational projects, including public transit, water systems, roads, and bridges, enabling communities to grow sustainably while providing safer, more connected spaces for residents. For instance,… [Read More]
Creative BC Awards $210K to 14 Projects for Factual and Documentary Content
Creative BC has awarded $210,000 in funding to 14 British Columbia filmmakers to support the early-stage development of original, B.C.-owned documentary and factual content. Each project will receive a $15,000 grant through the Documentary and Factual Development Fund, which is jointly supported by the Rogers Group of Funds. This initiative is part of the Reel… [Read More]
Botswana Declares National Public Health Emergency Amid Diamond-Rich Nation
Botswana has declared a national public health emergency amid critical shortages of essential medicines and medical equipment. President Duma Boko announced a multimillion-dollar plan involving military oversight to rectify the country’s strained supply chain. Emphasizing the financial sensitivity of the crisis, he highlighted that managing these shortages would be challenging due to limited government resources,… [Read More]
UFB Diaper Program Begins After Utah Food Bank Acquires Utah Diaper Bank
Victor Velivis, founder of the Utah Diaper Bank, has long wondered what would happen to the organization he launched in 2013 once he could no longer manage its operations. After retiring in 2017, Velivis dedicated himself full time to running the diaper bank on a volunteer basis, building it into a crucial resource for families… [Read More]
Bill Gates Highlights Korea’s Health Leadership Ahead of New Seoul Office Opening
Bill Gates, chair of the Gates Foundation and Microsoft founder, emphasized South Korea’s growing role in global health during his visit to the country ahead of the foundation’s new Seoul office opening. Speaking to the JoongAng Ilbo, Gates highlighted that while many donors have reduced funding for global health, Korea has more than doubled its… [Read More]
USG Foundation Raises $4.5 Million, Honors Don Waters, and Launches DREAMS Scholarship for Georgia Students
The University System of Georgia (USG) Foundation made a significant advancement in student support during its 21st annual Regents’ Scholarship Gala, raising over $4.5 million from sponsors to expand need-based scholarships for students across the state. The gala also celebrated leadership and dedication, honoring former Board of Regents Chairman Don Waters with the Elridge McMillan… [Read More]
Milford Food Bank Receives $10,000 Donation from Local Supporter Doug Kauffman
Milford Food Bank recently received a generous $10,000 donation from Doug Kauffman of Elkhart County, a longtime supporter of the organization’s mission. This latest gift will directly support the food bank’s efforts to serve local organizations and address food insecurity in the community. Angie Deak, Development Manager at Milford Food Bank, expressed gratitude for Kauffman’s… [Read More]
Kentucky FFA Foundation Receives $11 Million Donation from Bill Gatton Foundation
The Kentucky FFA Foundation has received a historic $11 million gift from the Bill Gatton Foundation, marking the largest donation ever made to any FFA Foundation in the United States. Announced at a news conference during the Kentucky State Fair, the donation is set to create unprecedented opportunities for more than 24,000 Kentucky students who… [Read More]
Global Competition Drives Innovative Solutions to Improve Healthcare Access
In celebration of its tenth anniversary, the Philips Foundation launched the Social Impact Award, a global internal competition inviting Philips employees to submit innovative ideas to improve healthcare access for underserved communities. Program Manager Victor de Boer emphasized the Foundation’s bold target of reaching 100 million people annually with quality healthcare by 2030 and encouraged… [Read More]
Red Cross and PEANUTS® Team Up: Give Blood or Platelets and Make a Big Impact
The American Red Cross is calling on donors to give blood or platelets to help maintain a strong and steady supply for patients in need. Donors of all blood types are encouraged to contribute, with an urgent need for O positive and B negative blood. Ensuring an adequate supply is vital so lifesaving products are… [Read More]
Gavi Welcomes Renewed Commitments to Health Equity and Security Made at TICAD9
At the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9), held in Yokohama from 20–22 August 2025, Japan reaffirmed its strong support for global health and Africa’s health equity agenda. Prime Minister H.E. Shigeru Ishiba announced that Japan will contribute up to US$ 550 million over the next five years to Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance,… [Read More]
Vanguard Charitable Donors Set New Record in Grantmaking, Expanding Philanthropic Impact
Donor-advised funds (DAFs) once again proved their value and flexibility in times of uncertainty, with Vanguard Charitable reporting a record-breaking year of granting. From July 2024 to June 2025, donors contributed more than $3.5 billion to nonprofits, a 14% increase over the previous year. This included nearly 248,000 grants averaging $14,000 each, directed to 62,950… [Read More]
