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fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Craigslist founder says his inspiration for donating $450 million started in Sunday school: 'I should treat people like I want to be treated' | Fortune

Billionaires, like Craig Newmark, give philanthropically for various reasons, including personal values and business interests.
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fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Less than 10 out of 250 billionaires have kept their promise to give away their fortune-and a philanthropy CEO says Elon Musk is right about why | Fortune

Effective philanthropy requires navigating complex geopolitical, social, and logistical challenges beyond simply writing checks, demanding years of strategic planning and accountability.
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fromFast Company
9 hours ago

How giving starts progress and leadership scales it

Volatility and accountability are transforming philanthropy, requiring leadership to drive impactful change.
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fromsfist.com
23 hours ago

Craiglist's Craig Newmark Is Inspiring Billionaires to Donate Their Fortunes Like He Is

Craig Newmark signed the Giving Pledge to donate up to $1 billion to nonprofits, encouraging other wealthy individuals to do the same.
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fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

A generation remembered, a future funded: Inside DIFFA's defining night | amNewYork

Philanthropy is essential for redirecting power toward care and dignity in a capitalist system indifferent to human costs.
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fromUntapped New York
3 days ago

Nathan Straus: From Macy's Magnate to International Humanitarian - Book Launch

Nathan Straus transformed public health through philanthropy, saving thousands of infants' lives and founding America's first tuberculosis preventorium.
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fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Craigslist founder says his inspiration for donating $450 million started in Sunday school: 'I should treat people like I want to be treated' | Fortune

Billionaires, like Craig Newmark, give philanthropically for various reasons, including personal values and business interests.
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fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Less than 10 out of 250 billionaires have kept their promise to give away their fortune-and a philanthropy CEO says Elon Musk is right about why | Fortune

Effective philanthropy requires navigating complex geopolitical, social, and logistical challenges beyond simply writing checks, demanding years of strategic planning and accountability.
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fromFast Company
6 hours ago

Here are the 5 most impactful financial freebies every investor should claim

Tax code offers several legal provisions that allow wealth increase and income generation without IRS taxation.
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from24/7 Wall St.
8 hours ago

MSFW Has Lost 34% Since Launch While Promising 30% Yields

Leverage in the Roundhill MSFT WeeklyPay ETF has led to significant losses, undermining the appeal of its high yield.
fromIndependent
17 hours ago

Modern Morals: My brother hasn't paid me back for my mum's funeral and it's brought up old feelings about him

As the eldest sibling, I did what I always do, which is jump in and become the fixer. I organised the funeral, paid for it and told my siblings they could pay me back once the dust had settled.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago
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Nonprofit showcases how "It Takes A Village To Feed One Child"

Mark Wainwright's nonprofit provides over 200,000 meals monthly to local organizations serving the community.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago
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I started a cancer nonprofit at 14 after losing my grandfather and teacher. Now it has 40,000 youth volunteers.

Olivia Zhang founded Cancer Kids First to support children with cancer after losing loved ones to the disease.
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fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

I started a cancer nonprofit at 14 after losing my grandfather and teacher. Now it has 40,000 youth volunteers.

Olivia Zhang founded Cancer Kids First to support children with cancer after losing loved ones to the disease.
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fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Binance Commits $500K to Scale National Ukraine Web3 Ecosystem Growth

Binance launches the Digital Resilience Lab in Ukraine to enhance Web3 solutions through funding and mentorship.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

How scientists will use urine collected from festivalgoers in national park project

The Independent supports quality journalism accessible to all, while innovative projects like using urine as fertilizer promote sustainable practices.
#sustainability
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

Where All Those Groceries From Food Network's Guy's Grocery Games End Up After The Show - Tasting Table

Producers check meat and produce for items approaching their expiration date that will not last until the next round of filming. Whatever is eligible is donated to local food banks, schools, and shelters like the Redwood Gospel Mission.
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fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Brazilian student Johnny Santos (27), who was killed in collision with cement truck in Dublin, had been in Ireland only three weeks

Johnny Santos Xavier De Abreu, 27, died in an accident in Ireland while on his way to an English lesson.
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fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Bon Marche: "Love Your Planet" Curated 2nd Hand Market (Albany)

The 2nd Annual Earth Day Market celebrates community and sustainability with second-hand finds and local food on April 19, 2026.
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fromFortune
2 days ago
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Warren Buffett revives his legendary charity lunch auction-this time with Stephen Curry. His last one raised $19 million | Fortune

fromFortune
1 week ago
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Warren Buffett admits his original philanthropic plans were not 'feasible'-he's instead left his three kids $500 million a year to give away | Fortune

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fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

Warren Buffett Is Partnering With an NBA Star to Revive a Two-Decades-Long Tradition

Warren Buffett's charity lunch returns as an eBay auction with proceeds benefiting Glide Foundation and the Curry family's foundation.
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fromFortune
2 days ago

Warren Buffett revives his legendary charity lunch auction-this time with Stephen Curry. His last one raised $19 million | Fortune

Warren Buffett revives his charity lunch auction with Stephen and Ayesha Curry, aiming to raise funds for social justice and community support.
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fromFortune
1 week ago

Warren Buffett admits his original philanthropic plans were not 'feasible'-he's instead left his three kids $500 million a year to give away | Fortune

Warren Buffett is reallocating his wealth primarily to his children's charitable foundations for more effective philanthropy.
fromFortune
1 day ago

Macquarie bets impact investing can fill an Asian financial access gap left by microfinance and commercial banks | Fortune

"The specific barrier is capital," says Lisa George, global head of the Macquarie Group Foundation. "Without access to capital, it's very hard to get social mobility and educational mobility in life."
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Red Lobster's risky return: the 'endless shrimp' deal that tanked the chain is back

'Endless Shrimp has long been a guest favorite and one of our most popular promotions. We appreciate the enthusiasm and encourage guests to keep sharing their feedback with us.'
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

'My son's nursery closed with just 29 days' notice - why?

We really had a good feel for the place, and the nursery manager at the time really sold us on the vibe. It's not a decision that's made lightly.
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fromFast Company
2 days ago

Big Bear's internet famous bald eagles have entertained millions. Now they need millions to save their home

Jackie, the world-famous Big Bear bald eagle, has been melting hearts and educating the public about her species since 2015, thanks to a web camera run by the California nonprofit Friends of Big Bear Valley (FOBBV).
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fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

As gender-affirming care gets harder to access under Trump, trans people turn to GoFundMe

The cost of gender-affirming treatment is rising, leading many transgender individuals to use crowdfunding for financial support and access to care.
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fromFortune
3 days ago

Jamie Dimon says the American Dream is 'slipping out of reach'-and JPMorgan is spending billions to fix it | Fortune

The American Dream is at risk, prompting JPMorgan Chase to launch a multi-year initiative to enhance economic opportunities.
#mermaid-parade
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fromGothamist
3 days ago

Coney Island Mermaid Parade set to return after 'urgent financial crisis'

The 44th annual Mermaid Parade will return to Coney Island after successful fundraising efforts by Coney Island USA.
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fromCbsnews
1 week ago

Mermaid Parade fundraiser nearing its goal to keep the Coney Island tradition alive

The Mermaid Parade fundraiser is close to its $26,000 goal to save the event from cancellation due to financial troubles.
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fromHoodline
2 weeks ago

Coney Island Mermaid Parade May Be Canceled Over Funding

Coney Island USA's Mermaid Parade faces a funding crisis requiring over $6,000 in emergency donations to proceed with the 2026 event scheduled for June 20.
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fromGothamist
3 days ago

Coney Island Mermaid Parade set to return after 'urgent financial crisis'

The 44th annual Mermaid Parade will return to Coney Island after successful fundraising efforts by Coney Island USA.
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fromCbsnews
1 week ago

Mermaid Parade fundraiser nearing its goal to keep the Coney Island tradition alive

The Mermaid Parade fundraiser is close to its $26,000 goal to save the event from cancellation due to financial troubles.
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fromHoodline
2 weeks ago

Coney Island Mermaid Parade May Be Canceled Over Funding

Coney Island USA's Mermaid Parade faces a funding crisis requiring over $6,000 in emergency donations to proceed with the 2026 event scheduled for June 20.
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fromBKMAG
3 days ago

The Coney Island Mermaid Parade is Officially Returning This Summer

Coney Island's Mermaid Parade fundraising campaign has surpassed its initial goal, raising over $36,000 to ensure the event's return this summer.
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fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

I Started College at 16, Then Became a Yoga Teacher. Here's How My Unconventional Journey Led to $100M.

Gilbreath's passion for healing led her to start two businesses and become an angel investor for early-stage brands.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

OpenAI, parent firm of ChatGPT, raises $122bn in new funding amid AI boom

OpenAI closed a $122bn fundraising round, achieving an $852bn valuation and generating $2bn monthly revenue.
#venture-capital
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fromAlleywatch
4 days ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/22/26 - 3/28/26

NYC startups raised significant funding this week, including Thesis Care's $45M and Spade's $40M in Series A and B rounds respectively.
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fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

BRK Capital raises $14.5M (so far) to invest in Black founders | TechCrunch

BRK Capital's Fund II has closed $20 million CAD, targeting high-growth tech companies led by Black founders in Canada and globally.
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fromPycon
4 days ago

Support PyLadies: Donate to the PyLadies Auction at PyCon US 2026!

Items that are artsy, nerdy, and Python-specific are popular for donation to the PyLadies Charity Auction.
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fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

North York food bank receives 'transformative' donation to help build new community hub | CBC News

The North York Harvest Food Bank received a transformative $4 million matching donation to build a new community food hub to address rising demand.
fromCornell Chronicle
4 days ago

Student-veterans create resource fair for local parents | Cornell Chronicle

"When we started to look for resources for our family, they weren't there, they were extremely hard to find or too expensive," Morris said.
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fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Sheryl Davis, Human Rights Commission Director and Dream Keeper Chief Under Breed, Arrested on Felony Charges

Sheryl Davis faces criminal charges for misappropriation of public funds and perjury amid ethics violations related to her role in city initiatives.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

Nonprofit shows NICU families that 'Today is A Good Day'

A nonprofit supports NICU families by providing care packages and vital needs funding, enhancing their experience during challenging times.
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

World Foundation Completes $65 Million Over-the-Counter Token Sale

World Assets Limited has successfully closed a series of Over-the-Counter sales amounting to $65 million with four counterparties, facilitating essential project operations including Orb manufacturing and ecosystem development.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Lots of people still don't have roofs': Jamaicans living in hardship after Hurricane Melissa

Hurricane Melissa caused extensive damage in Jamaica, leaving many families, including Kerry-Ann Vickers and Kshema Gray, struggling for support to rebuild.
fromNewsday
5 days ago

Billionaire Mike Repole asks St. John's fans to chip in, too

"What an amazing year, what an amazing . . . last two years and what a great six weeks this has been. I'm really excited not only for this year, but also next year. I've already committed my pledge to [AD] Ed Kull and the athletic department and Rick Pitino and the team for next year."
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fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Pupil art sessions 'bring joy' to hospice

Kent students collaborate with a hospice to provide art sessions for individuals with life-limiting conditions, fostering creativity and connection.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Different beliefs, shared humanity: why so many Australians celebrate diverse religious festivals

Participation in diverse faith and cultural celebrations fosters understanding and community bonds.
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fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Hibs losses not sustainable, says chief executive

Hibernian FC faces unsustainable financial losses and aims to establish a stable, long-term revenue model.
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fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Downtown SF's Safety Ambassador Program to Be Expanded With $5 Million Grant

The SF Downtown Development Corporation awarded a $5 million grant to support safety ambassador programs in downtown San Francisco for one year.
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fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 week ago

Milo F. Hanke, CFP, of Hanke & Apolonio Wealth Advisors - San Francisco Bay Times

Financial health is closely linked to physical health, promoting well-being and peace of mind through clear financial planning.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

MLB star Alec Bohm's Midwestern calm shattered by allegations his parents stole millions from him

Alec Bohm is suing his parents for allegedly misappropriating millions from his financial accounts since his signing bonus in 2018.
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 week ago

Enlivex Announces $21M Debt Financing and Prediction Markets Treasury Expansion

We are continuing to execute our prediction markets treasury strategy, and we are pleased that Lind provided us with substantial capital, stated Shai Novik, Executive Chairman of Enlivex.
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fromIndependent
1 week ago

Waterford's Darkness Into Light cancelled as Pieta House moves to new service model

Waterford's Darkness Into Light walk is canceled this year due to Pieta House relocating its city base.
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

'East Village Cookbook' started as a pandemic project. Now it's everywhere.

East Village Cookbook began with a loose group of residents who met while walking their dogs during COVID, forming an accidental community that was diverse in age, religion, and profession.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Volunteers refurbish used bikes to support the Boys & Girls Clubs

Volunteers refurbish donated bikes for resale, funding programs for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County.
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fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

ScottishPower secures 600m backing for major UK subsea power link

ScottishPower secured £600 million to develop the Eastern Green Link 4, enhancing UK's energy security and clean power transition.
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fromEpicenter NYC
1 week ago

How three Brooklyn moms are helping kids build their own home libraries - Epicenter NYC

Brooklyn Book Bodega has provided over 260,000 children and families with access to books and events promoting a love of reading.
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fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

NAR RPAC disbursed $10.02M as 2026 elections near

NAR allocated significant funds for RPAC fundraising, candidate contributions, and independent expenditures, highlighting its political engagement and financial strategies.
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fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

Warren Buffett Defends the Giving Pledge as 'Billionaire Backlash' Grows. What's Behind the Revolt?

Warren Buffett reaffirms support for the Giving Pledge amid growing backlash from billionaires, including criticism from Peter Thiel about regret among signatories.
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 week ago

Meet the Leaders Helping to Create a World Without Blood Cancer - Washingtonian

The funds raised through Visionaries of the Year are used for research to advance lifesaving therapies like immunotherapy, genomics and personalized medicine, which are saving lives today.
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fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Why the frenzy to buy Anduril shares is like buying Taylor Swift tickets

Investors are eager to buy Anduril shares at high premiums, reflecting a significant demand in private markets for access to hot startups.
fromFortune
1 week ago

Meet the billionaires bankrolling March Madness Sweet 16 schools-from the Dallas Cowboys owner to Carlyle Group's founder | Fortune

Billionaires are eager to throw money at the nation's best college athletics programs, especially with the global sports entertainment industry estimated to be worth more than $3 trillion.
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fromArchDaily
1 week ago

First Aid for Endangered Heritage: An Interview with Ambulance for Monuments

Ambulance for Monuments operates through a collaborative network of organizations and volunteers, redefining the role of the architect in heritage preservation by involving professionals, students, craftsmen, and local communities.
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fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Apollo is halting redemptions in its private credit fund after investors request 11% withdrawals

Apollo's private credit fund received redemption requests for 11.2% of outstanding shares, totaling more than $1.5 billion, but gated requests to just 5%.
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fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Mother who lost family in Buncrana pier tragedy ten years ago thanks community as hundreds attend memorial walk

"I need to honour them in the best way and in every way that I can. Everybody is here supporting Rioghnach-Ann too and she knows her brothers are living on in a really good way in their memory."
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fromTime Out New York
2 weeks ago

How Troop 6000 is empowering girls experiencing homelessness in New York City

A Girl Scout troop for girls in New York City shelters has expanded nationwide, providing support to those experiencing homelessness.
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fromPoynter
2 weeks ago

How philanthropy moved money at the 'speed of news' during Minnesota's immigration surge - Poynter

Local news organizations received $750,000 in rapid funding to cover immigration enforcement actions in the Twin Cities, demonstrating the need for quick philanthropic responses.
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fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Jersey City begs for record-breaking $150M in state aid as it faces 'full-blown financial crisis'

Jersey City seeks $150 million in state aid to address a $254 million budget deficit amid a financial crisis.
fromConsequence
2 weeks ago

Metallica and Red Cross Initiative Leads to 40,000 Blood Donations

Darren Irby, Red Cross' executive director for national partnerships, said, 'What Metallica and their fans have accomplished this year is truly monumental ─ inspiring people to give blood for the first time while also energizing teens and young adults about the donation process.'
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fromBerlin Art Link
2 weeks ago

Open Call for Hopper Art Prize | Berlin Art Link

The Hopper Prize is now accepting submissions for its Spring 2026 artist grants, offering support to visual artists and photographers working across all media worldwide.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Woman with 'agonising' condition to 'give back'

I have been so well looked after that I wanted to find some way to not only give something back, but also to raise the profile of this awful condition.
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fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Exclusive: Posh lands $37M Series B to crack the 'what are we doing tonight?' problem | Fortune

Posh raised $37 million Series B to provide organizers with a business-first event platform that captures significant market share in the $2 trillion events industry.
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Rep. Swalwell, candidate for California governor, has an AI side gig

Rep. Eric Swalwell co-founded an AI company called Findraiser that analyzes campaign fundraising data and is used by multiple Democratic campaigns, raising ethics questions about disclosure and potential conflicts of interest.
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fromBKMAG
2 weeks ago

The Coney Island Mermaid Parade is in Troubled Waters

Coney Island USA launched a GoFundMe campaign to fund the 44th Mermaid Parade after depleting resources fighting casino development, needing $18,000 with over $16,000 already raised.
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

JPMorgan launches superstar panel offering financial advice to young athletes | amNewYork

The Council, chaired by Wade, aims to provide young players with financial advice to help them navigate their short careers. The initiative stems from the unpredictable nature of a professional sports career, with the majority of professional athletes announcing their retirement before they turn 35 and less than 2% of NCAA athletes turning professional.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Watchdog takes over running of home for adults with learning disabilities

The Charity Commission appointed an interim manager to William Blake House, a learning disability care home facing insolvency and investigation over financial mismanagement, including £1m trustee payments and £1.6m unpaid tax bills.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Camden pregnancy payment to continue after trial

Camden Council extends a £500 pregnancy grant scheme for low-income families for another year, helping with baby expenses and building community support.
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fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

Jersey City says it desperately needs $150M in state aid. That would obliterate records.

Jersey City seeks record $150 million state aid to address a $255 million budget deficit, equivalent to 28% of its annual budget, while the new mayor implements cost-cutting measures and warns of inevitable tax increases.
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Indonesia's richest man, tobacco tycoon Michael Bambang Hartono, dies at 86 | Fortune

Hartono and his brother Robert Budi Hartono grew their inherited family business into a conglomerate based in Central Java's Kudus regency, operating in banking, palm oil plantations, properties, electronics, telecommunications, and an e-commerce platform. Their flagship company PT Djarum produced dozens of domestic and international brands, primarily kretek, or clove cigarettes, including Djarum Black, Djarum Super and L.A. Lights.
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fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

CHI received 30,000 from concession holder for staff Christmas party in 'bizarre' decision, Oireachtas Committee hears

Children's Health Ireland accepted €30,000 from a contractor for a staff Christmas party in 2022 and only returned it after an audit flagged the issue two years later.
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fromHoodline
2 weeks ago

Cincy Council Eyes $8M Assist For New Farmer Music Center At Old Coney Site

Cincinnati City Council proposes $8 million in public funding for the Farmer Music Center, a 20,000-capacity amphitheater planned for the former Coney Island site, with construction expected to begin as the $160 million project advances.
fromThe Badger Project
2 weeks ago

Max donors (so far) to Rebecca Cooke, Dem challenger in western Wisconsin

Van Orden (R-Prairie du Chien) raised more than $4.3 million in 2025 for the 2026 election, according to mandatory filings with the Federal Elections Commission. But most of that cash has come from joint fundraising committees like Grow the Majority and Defend the Majority, national organizations that can accept hundreds of thousands of dollars from donors and give hundreds of thousands to candidates.
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fromEarth911
2 weeks ago

Best of Sustainability In Your Ear: Project Repat Is Saving US Jobs & T-Shirts From Landfills

Project Repat converts old T-shirts into hand-sewn quilts, diverting millions of shirts from landfills while restoring sewing jobs to the United States.
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fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago

Virgin StartUp unveils 20m funding pot for UK founders after passing 100m Start Up Loans milestone

Virgin StartUp announces £20 million funding for UK entrepreneurs in 2026-2027, its largest annual allocation since 2013, supporting early-stage business launches through government-backed Start Up Loans.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The Guardian view on falling donations to charity: rising living costs are part of the problem, but not all of it | Editorial

UK charitable donations fell from 15.4 billion to 14 billion, marking the first overall drop since 2021, with fewer donors giving smaller amounts despite high-profile fundraising campaigns.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Food bank demand in Mississauga has nearly doubled since pandemic, organization says | CBC News

We're meant to help people in an emergency, but what's changed is now people are in emergency every single month because the income they have is nowhere near covering the actual costs that it would take to live their life. Food banks were intended to bridge a gap only, but the organization says food insecurity continues to grow in the city.
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fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Facing eviction before graduation, MIT student cut off by family raises more than $85K in days

The student, identified as Matthew N. to protect his privacy, is a senior studying physics who had spent months unable to fully register for classes due to unpaid balances, according to a GoFundMe campaign organized by fellow student Irene Dong. Dong said Matthew's parents cut off financial support after learning he is transgender. Because MIT calculates financial aid based on parental income, he did not qualify for institutional aid.
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fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 weeks ago

Fate of historic Berkeley building (and family home) hangs in the balance as tax debt looms

After years in an ownership black hole, with community members donating their time and dollars to keep it from falling apart, the next chapter of Berkeley's Old Finnish Hall will soon be up to the county auction block. The 1908 building has racked up nearly $1 million in back property tax to Alameda County, a mushrooming liability years in the making that shows no signs of abating.
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fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

California 'beauty pageant queen' admits to running massive Ponzi scheme

Maria Dickerson, also known as Dulce Pino, set up a shell company and used it to convince over 100 investors to give her around $10 million. As part of the alleged scheme that lasted from 2020 to about 2024, Pino told them that the company, Creative Legal Fundings of CA, had significant startup capital and support from an established CEO.
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fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Peter Thiel is actively convincing billionaires to abandon The Giving Pledge - and it's working | Fortune

Peter Thiel actively discourages wealthy individuals from honoring The Giving Pledge commitments, claiming the philanthropic initiative has lost momentum and relevance among billionaires.
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fromCornell Chronicle
2 weeks ago

Record number of Giving Day 'champions' fuel fundraising success | Cornell Chronicle

Cornell University's 12th annual Giving Day raised $11.3 million from 17,011 donors across 50 states and 63 countries, breaking multiple fundraising records in 24 hours.
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