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Eight contracted teachers are suing Baltimore City Public Schools and the nonprofit Leaders of Tomorrow Youth Center (LTYC) for allegedly failing to pay them for months of work. The teachers, who provided arts education, claim they are owed wages from April, May, and June, with prior paychecks also significantly delayed. The lawsuit highlights the … [Read more...] about Baltimore Teachers Demand Unpaid Wages in Lawsuit Against School District and Nonprofit

Nebraska State Auditor Mike Foley has issued a blistering report detailing alleged financial misconduct and mismanagement at the Karen Society, a nonprofit dedicated to assisting refugees and immigrants from Burma. The audit claims nearly all government grant funding received by the organization has been spent improperly, leading to serious … [Read more...] about Nebraska Nonprofit Accused of ‘Fiscal Train Wreck’ Amidst Scathing Financial Misconduct Allegations

Despite mounting internal concerns regarding its operational transparency and documentation, a local nonprofit, UBU100 (Rings Vs Rent Scholarship Foundation), has continued to receive substantial city funding. The allocation process has raised questions about the city's nonprofit funding system and the influence of elected officials in directing … [Read more...] about City Funds Flow to Nonprofit Amidst Operational Concerns, Council’s Influence Questioned

Two Charles County-based nonprofit organizations, New Hope Community Outreach Services and Upward Thrive Academy, Inc., have been awarded substantial unrestricted grants from the 2025 NBCUniversal Local Impact Grants program. These grants, totaling $75,000 between the two organizations, aim to support vital community services and youth development … [Read more...] about Charles County Nonprofits Receive Significant Funding Boost from NBCUniversal Local Impact Grants

In a move described as "bizarre" and "absurd" by city officials, San Francisco youth and family nonprofit Collective Impact has been granted a reprieve, allowing it to once again receive public funds. The decision comes after a corruption and bribery probe that had threatened to debar the organization for up to five years. The … [Read more...] about San Francisco Nonprofit Tied to Corruption Scandal Gets Unexpected Reprieve After Midnight Ruling

A new coffee truck, Rising STARS Coffee, has launched in San Antonio, offering more than just caffeinated beverages. Operated by SA Life Academy, a continuing education program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, the truck provides students with valuable real-world experience in business and customer service, aiming to brew … [Read more...] about San Antonio Nonprofit Brews Hope with New Coffee Truck

A three-person AI policy nonprofit, Encode, has publicly accused OpenAI of employing intimidation tactics to influence California's SB 53, the state's new AI safety law. Encode alleges that OpenAI used its legal dispute with Elon Musk as a pretext to target and intimidate critics, including their organization, by implying they were secretly funded … [Read more...] about Small Nonprofit Accuses OpenAI of Intimidation Tactics Over AI Safety Law

A devastating house fire in Margate has left a family grieving the loss of their 13-year-old son, Gianni Jackson, and his beloved dog. The blaze, which occurred on Thursday in the 5500 block of Southwest Sixth Street, also resulted in injuries and damage to a firefighter's gear. In the wake of this tragedy, a local nonprofit is stepping in to … [Read more...] about Community Rallies to Support Family Devastated by Fatal Margate House Fire

Austin and Travis County have dramatically expanded housing options for individuals experiencing homelessness, more than doubling available capacity since 2019. A recent report from the Ending Community Homelessness Coalition (ECHO) highlights a significant increase in beds and housing units, alongside a decrease in first-time homelessness and … [Read more...] about Austin Significantly Boosts Homeless Housing, Nonprofit Report Reveals

A former operations director for a San Francisco youth services nonprofit has pleaded guilty to embezzling over $241,000. Athena Harven, 56, admitted to diverting funds from the organization, known as TURF, between 2015 and 2018. The misappropriated money was used for a variety of personal expenses, including shopping, dining, travel, and even … [Read more...] about Former Nonprofit Leader Admits to Stealing $241,000 for Personal Expenses

Austin and Travis County have seen a remarkable surge in housing options for individuals experiencing homelessness, with capacity more than doubling since 2019. A recent report from the Ending Community Homelessness Coalition (ECHO) highlights a 108% increase in available beds and housing units, alongside a decrease in first-time homelessness and a … [Read more...] about Austin Non-Profit Reports Significant Increase in Homeless Housing Capacity

The Blue Hills Civic Association (BHCA), a Hartford-based nonprofit entangled in a federal investigation involving State Senator Doug McCrory, has ceased operations due to severe financial challenges. The organization has informed the Connecticut Freedom of Information Commission that it is "for all intents and purposes" shut down, citing … [Read more...] about Troubled CT Nonprofit Linked to Federal Probe Shuts Down Amid Financial Woes

A prominent Hartford-based nonprofit, the Blue Hills Civic Association (BHCA), has effectively shut down following its involvement in a federal investigation connected to State Senator Doug McCrory. The organization, which once offered vital youth programs, faces operational collapse, a financial audit, and heavy scrutiny over its handling of state … [Read more...] about Hartford Nonprofit Shutters Amid Federal Probe and Funding Controversy

Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has made a transformative $42 million donation to 10,000 Degrees, a San Rafael-based nonprofit dedicated to helping low-income students across the Bay Area achieve their college ambitions. The gift is the largest in the organization’s 45-year history and is set to fuel substantial growth in educational … [Read more...] about MacKenzie Scott’s $42 Million Gift Boosts Bay Area Students’ Dreams

A small California-based nonprofit, Encode, is accusing OpenAI of using legal intimidation tactics to undermine state AI safety legislation, sparking an unusually public confrontation between major AI industry players and advocates of government oversight. The accusations have ignited debate about transparency and accountability in the rapidly … [Read more...] about OpenAI Faces Backlash Over Alleged Intimidation of Small AI Policy Nonprofit

The Blue Hills Civic Association (BHCA), a Hartford-based nonprofit, has announced it is effectively ceasing operations due to severe financial distress. This sudden closure comes in the midst of a widening federal probe into the organization's funding and operational practices, drawing state and public scrutiny. Key Takeaways Hartford's Blue … [Read more...] about Financial Troubles Shut Down Connecticut Nonprofit Amid Federal Investigation

As the federal government shutdown drags on, community nonprofits and local organizations across the United States are stepping in to fill gaps left by shuttered agencies, ensuring that essential services—from public lands upkeep to food assistance—remain available to those who rely on them most. Key Takeaways Nonprofits are keeping parks, … [Read more...] about Nonprofits Step Up to Fill Critical Gaps as Government Shutdown Disrupts Services Nationwide

A Colorado nonprofit that oversees youth hockey has been rocked by revelations that its former president misused hundreds of thousands of dollars intended for young athletes, channeling funds through his private company for personal gain, according to a recent court ruling. Key Takeaways Longtime nonprofit president found liable for misusing over … [Read more...] about Colorado Hockey Nonprofit Scandal: Leader Misused Funds, Judge Rules

A Colorado judge has ruled that the former president of the state's leading youth hockey nonprofit misused hundreds of thousands of dollars intended for young athletes by illicitly funneling funds through his own private business. The ruling follows revelations of conflicts of interest, breach of trust, and significant financial mismanagement. Key … [Read more...] about Colorado Youth Hockey Leader Found Liable for Diverting Nonprofit Funds for Personal Gain

A Tulsa man known for running a nonprofit organization dedicated to distributing food to those in need is now facing serious federal charges. Victor Kensington Colbert, Jr., former head of the Oklahoma Heartland Heroes Foundation, is accused of committing bank fraud through misuse of COVID-19 relief funding. Key Takeaways Victor Colbert, Jr. is … [Read more...] about Nonprofit Scandal: Oklahoma Foundation Leader Charged With Federal Bank Fraud

A looming funding crisis threatens government-backed nutrition assistance for low-income women and children in the DC area, as uncertainty spreads over the future of the WIC program. Nonprofits are racing to prepare, ensuring families continue to receive essentials, despite the potential for disrupted federal support. Key Takeaways Federal funds … [Read more...] about DC-Area Nonprofit Gears Up Amid Possible WIC Funding Crisis, Vows No Family Left Behind

A Nampa nonprofit organization is taking bold steps to address the growing senior housing crisis in Idaho by launching a 10-year initiative to construct ten new community living facilities for seniors. This endeavor comes at a crucial time, as the state’s aging population and escalating living costs have left many older adults with limited housing … [Read more...] about Nampa Nonprofit Launches Ambitious Plan to Address Senior Housing Shortage

A prominent preacher and head of a well-known human rights nonprofit in Cary, North Carolina, was arrested early Tuesday morning in Raleigh on charges of soliciting prostitution. The incident has sent ripples through both religious and advocacy circles, raising pressing questions about leadership, accountability, and the credibility of public … [Read more...] about Cary Preacher and Human Rights Leader’s Arrest on Prostitution Charge Shocks Community

A Tennessee nonprofit is sounding the alarm about potential cuts to Affordable Care Act (ACA) funding, warning that pregnant women across the state—especially students and those in rural areas—could lose vital health coverage if tax credits expire in 2025. With Tennessee already grappling with high maternal mortality rates, advocates urge lawmakers … [Read more...] about Tennessee Nonprofit Raises Alarm: ACA Funding Cuts Could Endanger Expectant Mothers

Nonprofits across the U.S., from Summit County, Colorado to Tennessee, are raising alarms over the compounding effects of federal funding cuts and increased local demand, threatening the continued support for vulnerable families, mothers, and children. Key Takeaways Nonprofits face reduced federal support, especially those serving children, … [Read more...] about Nonprofits Nationwide Struggle Amid Funding Cuts and Mounting Local Challenges