Major gifts to help NKU students stay in school
Students with academic potential often face obstacles in completing their educations. Two major grants from Northern Kentucky business leaders aim to help.
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Small but mighty grants create summertime learning
Supported by two regional foundations, Summertime Kids is funding 189 projects this summer, 37 of them in Northern Kentucky.
Greater Cincinnati Foundation grants support learning programs for at-risk kids
Thanks to Supporting Educational Success, 22 local organizations will be able to fund programs that improve both learning and health.
GCF ‘Giving Circle’ supports NKY’s new pathways to college, workforce
A Greater Cincinnati Foundation Giving Circle promoted educational access and workforce development across NKY.
Lincoln Grant Scholar House among 2017 Impact 100 award recipients
On Sept. 12, the nonprofit Impact 100 gave $101,000 to four local groups. One of those groups was the NKY Community Action Commission, which funds Covington's Lincoln Grant Scholar House for single parents pursuing college education.
Local nonprofits continue fight for equality in Trump’s America
The contentious 2016 presidential election brought attention to a wide range of social issues. Now, as budget cuts threaten some public programs, local nonprofits are finding new ways to leverage national attention for positive community impact.
Chamber launches goods drive for Northern Kentucky homeless
The NKY Chamber will partner with local businesses and family resource coordinators to provide personal hygiene products to homeless populations.
Bellevue opens region’s fifth Habitat for Humanity ReStore
The new Bellevue Restore is the fifth of its kind in the region and will feature salvaged appliances, cabinets, furniture, building products and other household items.
Teens gain positive experiences through Outdoor Adventure Clubs
Outdoor Adventure Clubs recently led a group of urban teens on a kayaking adventure. The group of 44 adventurers allowed the club to hit a milestone — providing over 5,000 outdoor adventures.
Leadership training program grooms nonprofit leaders
Executive Service Corps of Cincinnati (ESCC) and Talbert House are continuing their partnership this year in offering a nine-month leadership and skills development training program, The Executive Curriculum for Emerging Leaders (EXCEL).
Small but mighty grants create summertime learning
Supported by two regional foundations, Summertime Kids is funding 189 projects this summer, 37 of them in Northern Kentucky.
Greater Cincinnati Foundation grants support learning programs for at-risk kids
Thanks to Supporting Educational Success, 22 local organizations will be able to fund programs that improve both learning and health.
GCF ‘Giving Circle’ supports NKY’s new pathways to college, workforce
A Greater Cincinnati Foundation Giving Circle promoted educational access and workforce development across NKY.
Lincoln Grant Scholar House among 2017 Impact 100 award recipients
On Sept. 12, the nonprofit Impact 100 gave $101,000 to four local groups. One of those groups was the NKY Community Action Commission, which funds Covington's Lincoln Grant Scholar House for single parents pursuing college education.
Local nonprofits continue fight for equality in Trump’s America
The contentious 2016 presidential election brought attention to a wide range of social issues. Now, as budget cuts threaten some public programs, local nonprofits are finding new ways to leverage national attention for positive community impact.
Chamber launches goods drive for Northern Kentucky homeless
The NKY Chamber will partner with local businesses and family resource coordinators to provide personal hygiene products to homeless populations.
Bellevue opens region’s fifth Habitat for Humanity ReStore
The new Bellevue Restore is the fifth of its kind in the region and will feature salvaged appliances, cabinets, furniture, building products and other household items.
Teens gain positive experiences through Outdoor Adventure Clubs
Outdoor Adventure Clubs recently led a group of urban teens on a kayaking adventure. The group of 44 adventurers allowed the club to hit a milestone — providing over 5,000 outdoor adventures.
Leadership training program grooms nonprofit leaders
Executive Service Corps of Cincinnati (ESCC) and Talbert House are continuing their partnership this year in offering a nine-month leadership and skills development training program, The Executive Curriculum for Emerging Leaders (EXCEL).
