Social Services
180 Turning Lives Around Receives $20,000 Grant to Support Domestic Violence Survivors
A $20,000 grant from the Mary Kay Ash Foundation will help sustain emergency shelter services for domestic violence survivors in Monmouth County, supporting critical safety and recovery programs.
Harford Community Action Agency Secures $3,000 Target Circle Grant to Combat Local Poverty
The Harford Community Action Agency received nearly $3,000 through Target's community voting program, providing critical funding for food security, housing stability, and emergency assistance programs in Harford County.
FLoatarama Distributes $150,000 in Critical Grants to South Florida LGBTQ Youth Organizations
FLoatarama's $150,000 grant distribution to 12 South Florida LGBTQ youth-serving organizations addresses urgent funding gaps created by reduced government support for inclusive initiatives.
Alsco Uniforms Donates $50,000 to Support Homeless Services in San Diego
Alsco Uniforms has donated $50,000 to Father Joe's Villages to support critical services for San Diego's homeless population, which exceeds 9,900 people amid record-high homelessness nationwide.
Orange County United Way Unveils Five-Year Strategic Plan to Address Community Challenges
Orange County United Way's new UNITED4OC 2030 initiative aims to create 4 million moments of impact by 2030 through coordinated efforts to strengthen workforce development, financial stability, and homelessness prevention across the county.
Houston Women's Center Opens Comprehensive Campus to Triple Capacity for Domestic Violence Survivors
The Houston Area Women's Center has opened One Safe Place Houston, a transformative 5.5-acre campus that triples capacity for survivors of domestic and sexual violence through integrated, trauma-informed services in a secure environment designed for healing and empowerment.
New Florida Law Enhances Housing Support for Foster Youth Transitioning to Adulthood
Florida's new 'Young Adult Housing Support' law, effective July 1, 2025, significantly improves housing stability and educational opportunities for youth aging out of foster care, marking a pivotal step towards their independence.
Rising Homeless Student Numbers Amid Federal Aid Cuts Highlight Maryland's Education Crisis
Maryland faces a growing education crisis as homeless student numbers rise by 24% over six years, while federal aid for homeless services is cut by 11%, exacerbating challenges for vulnerable students.
Attorney Laura Wilson Joins Lucas County Child Protection Task Force to Address Systemic Challenges
Laura Wilson, an attorney with Schaffer & Associates LPA, has been appointed to the Lucas County Child Protection Task Force, established in response to the tragic death of Kei'Mani Latigue, to improve child protection services and policies.
Rising Senior Homelessness in Florida Sparks Community Action
The increasing number of seniors facing homelessness in Florida highlights a growing crisis, with Gulfstream Goodwill Industries leading efforts to provide shelter and support through innovative programs.