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Black Business Community – Overcoming Challenges to Flourish

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Jordan Sr founded National Black Business as an annual observance in 2004 to “drive the policy agenda affecting the 2.6 These businesses often reinvest in their communities, helping to improve local infrastructure, education, and services. Overview of the Role of Black Business Ownership in the U.S. billion in gross revenue.

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May Cause Awareness: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

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Community festivals, government-sponsored activities, and educational activities for students are all essential parts of this month-long celebration. How to celebrate Learn about AAPI history One of the best ways to celebrate AAPIHM is to educate yourself about the history of the AAPI community in the country.

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TechSoup’s Refurbished Computer Initiative: You’ve Come A Long Way Baby

Tech Soup

In 2004 we published our Islands In The Wastestream study, which measured the demand for low-cost computers among U.S. When all was said and done, we received a 2005 seed-funding grant from Full Circle Fund and launched the Refurbished Computer Initiative program. How It All Started. to scale up RCI in California.

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Vietnam and Indonesia Join TechSoup Asia’s Growing Family

Tech Soup

It also matches philanthropists with volunteer opportunities and funding recommendations. It uses a crowd-funding matching system like the famous Kiva.org system. Local NGOs choose what is most needed in their area and apply online for funding. Find a list of current project funding requests here.

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10 Steps to Turn Your Brilliant Idea into a Grant!

Sharpshooter Communications

In 2004, Austin, TX began a pilot program to create a pathway to independence for women. Women and their children can have emergency shelter for up to six weeks, with access to case management, legal assistance, therapeutic counseling services, educational assistance, and career advising. Where will funding come from?

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Minter-Jordan Picked As New CEO At AARP

The NonProfit Times

CareQuest Institute collaborates with a wide range of partners to achieve its mission of improving the oral health of all through work in grantmaking, research, health improvement programs, policy and advocacy, and education, as well as leadership in dental benefits, care delivery, and innovation advancements.