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New Early Childhood Center Opens in Ann Arbor With Community Foundation Support
Foundation: Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation
Apple Playschools opened a new early childhood center in Ann Arbor on Aug.
25.
The center was financed by a $775,000 Impact Investment loan from the AAACF.
The AAACf fund is unique in that it invests in social good twice, once when the loan is paid off and again when another beneficiary receives funds.
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Youth Development's Missing Link? Intergenerational Connection 
Isabella Solano is the founder and program manager of Herralink, a nonprofit that connects high school students with retirement home residents.Solano: Intergenerational volunteering provides a...more
Isabella Solano is the founder and program manager of Herralink, a nonprofit that connects high school students with retirement home residents.Solano: Intergenerational volunteering provides a...more
'A Gift of Time': Volunteers Help Form the Backbone of Boonerang 
Volunteers help with all aspects of Boonerang, including staffing information tables, running the Silent Disco, and handling cleanup.Volunteer Coordinator Dona Dowlan manages recruitment,...more
Volunteers help with all aspects of Boonerang, including staffing information tables, running the Silent Disco, and handling cleanup.Volunteer Coordinator Dona Dowlan manages recruitment,...more
Wichita Music Census Looking For Additional Community Partners 
The City of Wichita, Wichita State University, Movement Musick, and the Kansas Arts Commission will launch the "Wichita Music Census" in mid-June.Anyone over the age of 18 who contributes to...more
The City of Wichita, Wichita State University, Movement Musick, and the Kansas Arts Commission will launch the "Wichita Music Census" in mid-June.Anyone over the age of 18 who contributes to...more
The Future of Philanthropy Is Female 
In recent years, women have amassed much more wealth, and with it, more control of the philanthropic purse strings.Households where women make charitable giving decisions are more likely to support...more
In recent years, women have amassed much more wealth, and with it, more control of the philanthropic purse strings.Households where women make charitable giving decisions are more likely to support...more
Successful Sask. Rehab Program For People With Neurological Conditions Still Growing 
rehab program for people with neurological conditions still growing.Enrich neurorehabilitation program at the University of Regina offers patients a unique place to stay strong physically, while...more
rehab program for people with neurological conditions still growing.Enrich neurorehabilitation program at the University of Regina offers patients a unique place to stay strong physically, while...more
Disney and Philips Bring Together Beloved Storytelling and Innovative Technology to Support ... 
For the first time, Disney stories and characters will be integrated into Philips Ambient Experience for MRI at medical facilities around the world.For many children, this type of immersive...more
For the first time, Disney stories and characters will be integrated into Philips Ambient Experience for MRI at medical facilities around the world.For many children, this type of immersive...more
Two-Day Program Certifies Nebraska Youth to Legally Operate Farm Equipment 
Two-day program certifies Nebraska youth to legally operate farm equipment.Organizers said the course helps prepare young people for safe work on the farm.First responder Amelia Gunther addressed the...more
Two-day program certifies Nebraska youth to legally operate farm equipment.Organizers said the course helps prepare young people for safe work on the farm.First responder Amelia Gunther addressed the...more
Eduwiki Knowledge Showcase Examines Ai, Humour in Education, Youth Engagement, and ... 
The May 2026 EduWiki Knowledge Showcase convened educators, Wikimedians, and community organizers for discussions.The 90-minute session created space for 66 participants from Central & Eastern...more
The May 2026 EduWiki Knowledge Showcase convened educators, Wikimedians, and community organizers for discussions.The 90-minute session created space for 66 participants from Central & Eastern...more
Healing the Future: Traditional Medicine Drives Innovation, Equity and Planetary Health At Wha79 
Traditional medicine (TM) was highlighted as a critical lever for global health transformation at the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA79) Three flagship events convened by the WHO Global Traditional...more
Traditional medicine (TM) was highlighted as a critical lever for global health transformation at the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA79) Three flagship events convened by the WHO Global Traditional...more
Dedicated Volunteers Making A Difference 
P&C Day (22 May) is an opportunity to recognise the incredible contributions volunteers make in our schools and wider community.It is part of National Volunteer Week (18 to 24 May) and is organised...more
P&C Day (22 May) is an opportunity to recognise the incredible contributions volunteers make in our schools and wider community.It is part of National Volunteer Week (18 to 24 May) and is organised...more
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When it Comes to Social Enterprises, Failure is the Best Platform for Innovation
In the world of social enterprises, failure is a cringe-worthy moment nobody wants to talk about. But, social entrepreneurs can benefit from their failures.
