nonprofits

The Atlanta Falcons have announced a partnership with Good Sports, a nonprofit focused on athletic access, to expand youth sports equity across Georgia. The initiative aims to help more children in the state access equipment, uniforms and playing opportunities regardless of income. Details on funding levels and target communities have not yet been released.

Producers of the series Heated Rivalry have launched the Irina Foundation, a private fund aimed at supporting established sports and arts nonprofits. The fund is being welcomed as a show of solidarity with LGBTQ communities, with supporters highlighting trans rights, visibility and queer joy as causes it will back. Reaction so far is celebratory, framing the foundation as a meaningful boost to organizations already doing frontline work.

Jackson Cooper, an Elon University affiliated author, has released a new book in the well-known 'For Dummies' series focused on nonprofit boards. The book offers practical guidance on how nonprofit boards operate, including governance and board member responsibilities. The announcement is being circulated through Elon University's channels, drawing attention from the nonprofit and higher education communities.

The Allen Institute for AI has open-sourced AstaBrief, the model that powers fast report generation in its Asta research assistant. By releasing the model publicly, the institute is letting developers inspect, adapt and build on the technology themselves. The move fits a broader push among AI labs to share open models, and reactions online have been favorable, with users on Hacker News quickly upvoting the announcement.

Comcast has awarded a $30,000 grant to Technology for Tomorrow, a Vermont-based nonprofit, to expand digital opportunities in the state. The funding is aimed at advancing technology access and digital skills for local communities. The announcement comes as broadband access and digital equity efforts continue to draw attention in rural regions like Vermont.

A fundraising event for Turtle Rescue that had to be postponed because of stormy weather has finally taken place in Riverhead, New York. The rescheduled gathering drew support from the local community for the nonprofit, which rescues and rehabilitates sea turtles on Long Island, with proceeds going toward care for stranded and injured animals.

Sam Ranck has been appointed to the Advisory Council of Pitch In For Baseball & Softball, the organisation that provides equipment grants to youth baseball and softball programmes. The announcement, circulated alongside Little League news, highlights continued efforts to grow access to the sports at the grassroots level. Details about Ranck's new role and responsibilities have not yet been published.

Cloudflare has published a blog post outlining how civil society organizations are using its platform to automate their operations. The piece highlights ways nonprofits and advocacy groups apply automation tools for security, reliability and efficiency in their work. The story is circulating among technology and open-source communities online.

The Richland County Sheriff's Department is teaming up with a mental health nonprofit to redirect people accused of low-level offenses away from jail and toward treatment and support services instead. The partnership reflects a broader push in law enforcement to treat mental health crises with care rather than incarceration, and local outlets are covering it as a notable shift in county criminal justice policy.

A local book signing has been announced, with proceeds supporting a Christian nonprofit organization. Details about the date, venue, author and the specific charity have not been released in the coverage available so far. Community events like this typically draw interest from readers who want to meet the author while contributing to a faith-based cause, and local outlets are giving it brief coverage.

EmBe, a Sioux Falls-based nonprofit organisation, has announced the winners of the EMBES — A Tribute to Women awards, which recognise women's achievements and contributions in the community. The announcement honours this year's honourees, though further details about the individual winners were not provided.

The Kimball Art Center in Park City, Utah, is relaunching its Art Night programming as the school year begins, giving students and families a chance to engage with art outside the classroom. The initiative ties the arts nonprofit's community offerings to the back-to-school season, though further details of the event schedule have not been widely reported.

Home ReSource, a Missoula-based nonprofit reuse center, has opened a new interactive solar display and launched a new fall project. The exhibit lets visitors explore how solar energy works, and the organization is pairing the launch with a seasonal community project as days shorten and interest in home energy solutions picks up.

New York Junior Tennis and Learning is expanding its ACES afterschool program to four new sites in the Rockaways, broadening access to tennis and academic enrichment for children in the Queens peninsula. The nonprofit says the growth will give more local students free after-school programming combining athletics with learning support, a welcome addition for families in the area.

Surf Internet, a fiber internet provider, brought together its business partners to raise $100,000 for Five Star Life, a youth development organization. The funds were gathered through a collaborative fundraising effort with companies in Surf Internet's service area, supporting the nonprofit's programs for young people.

A Chattanooga church and a local nonprofit have unveiled and blessed four transitional apartments designed for young people aging out of foster care. The housing is intended to give vulnerable youth a stable place to live as they move into adulthood, and the blessing ceremony marked the official opening of the project for the community.

Library advocates, including the nonprofit EveryLibrary, are asking the public to like, follow and share posts as a simple way to boost support for libraries. The campaign highlights reading, public libraries and literature, encouraging book lovers to amplify messages that keep libraries visible and funded.

A nonprofit organization has launched a new crisis line offering support to people struggling with mental health issues and substance abuse. The hotline is intended to give callers immediate access to trained help during moments of crisis. Details about the organization, coverage area, and operating hours have not yet been widely reported.

Dupaco has opened the application period for its Gift of Innovation program, inviting nonprofits to apply. The Iowa-based credit union uses the initiative to support community organizations, and the opening of applications is being reported in regional business coverage.

Hope Network has been awarded a $600,000 grant to fund mental health and suicide prevention training. The Michigan-based nonprofit provides behavioral health services across the state, and the funding is expected to expand training efforts aimed at suicide prevention. Local news outlets in Michigan, including WILX and WNEM, reported the grant award this week.

A local nonprofit on Mount Desert Island is recruiting volunteers to help residents understand and access energy savings options. The group plans to train volunteers who can guide community members through efficiency programs, rebates, and ways to cut household energy costs. The effort reflects growing local interest in energy affordability and efficiency.

A faculty member at Elon University has published a new book examining nonprofit boards of directors. The book adds to the university's scholarly output on governance in the nonprofit sector. No further details about the author, title, or contents have been released yet.