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1 Million Pounds Redirected, 75 Stores Opened—A Year of Impact External
As 2024 comes to a close, Kanbe's Markets is proud to share our impact: we've served 145,000 residents through our Healthy Corner Store program and fed 60,000 people through our Hunger Relief donation partners. We now operate 75 healthy corner stores and have redirected over 1 million pounds of produce—more than half of which has gone directly to feeding people in need. We've also expanded our Food as Medicine partnerships with institutions like Saint Luke's, bringing fresh food to healthcare initiatives
Prop A Compliance: Why Missouri Nonprofits Need HR Audits Now
Nonprofit Organizations Urged to Prioritize HR Audits to Comply with Missouri’s New Prop A Measures and Improve Efficiency By Jonathan Davey, CEO of Renew Your Workplace In an era of increasing regulatory scrutiny and operational challenges, nonprofit organizations are being advised to conduct regular HR audits to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and improve overall efficiency. These audits have become crucial tools for maintaining legal compliance, enhancing operational effectiveness, and fostering a
SparkWheel Welcomes Alexis Carter-Black as Chief Development Officer
LAWRENCE, KS — SparkWheel is thrilled to announce the appointment of Alexis Carter-Black as its new Chief Development Officer. With a remarkable career spanning over 25 years in the public sector, Alexis brings a wealth of experience and expertise in fundraising, strategic planning, and organizational development to SparkWheel.Throughout her career, Alexis has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to advancing mission-driven organizations. Her work has encompassed key roles in government and nonprofit
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SparkWheel Wins Gold Philly Award for Best Website
LAWRENCE, KS — SparkWheel is proud to announce that its Marketing and Communications team has been awarded the Gold Philly Award for Best Website by Nonprofit Connect. The award celebrates excellence in nonprofit marketing and communications, highlighting outstanding achievements that advance organizational missions and connect with diverse audiences. The winning website, www.sparkwheel.org, was recognized for its exceptional design, user experience, and ability to effectively convey SparkWheel’s mission
News Release: 12/2/2024
Growth Ministries Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to serving the needs of incarcerated individuals, is excited to announce the launch of a groundbreaking new program: an Entrepreneurial Workshop for Inmates. This innovative program will equip inmates with the skills and knowledge necessary to start and manage their own businesses upon release, fostering economic self-sufficiency, reducing recidivism, and strengthening our communities. The year-long program will cover essential
Welcome House - Embracing New Seasons and New Adventures
October was one for the books at Welcome House. From haunted attractions to fireside meetings, we packed in a full lineup of activities that brought the guys together with family, friends and community. We kicked off the season by heading for some Halloween fun, where we got our fair share of scares. A huge thanks to Zombie Purge for an unforgettable night—dodging zombies isn’t something we’ll forget anytime soon! We balanced out the thrills with fireside meetings, taking some time to connect and talk
HALO is Hiring 20 New Positions in Kansas City!
Full Time, Part-Time, Day and Overnight Youth Advocates, PRNs, and Learning Center Assistant Positions Available Kansas City, MO — HALO, a nonprofit that helps homeless and at-risk children around the world, is growing its Kansas City team with the expansion of its new HALO Learning Center and HALO Homes. The new Kansas City HALO project opens in Fall 2024, located at Interstate 435 and Blue Pkwy, near the Chiefs and Royals Stadiums. The project includes a Boys Home, Girls Home, and an expanded
Policy Updates: DOL Overtime Rule, Federal Grants Changes, DAF Rule Hearings, and More
Wednesday May 15, 2024 Advocacy, Public Policy Nonprofit Connect works to keep Members updated on policy changes that affect nonprofits through Policy Updates. These messages provide brief information on what is going on in government and policy that may be of interest to the nonprofit community. Salary Threshold Requirements Raised by DOL Overtime Rule In late April, the U.S. Department of Labor announced its Overtime Final Rule, which updates overtime protections for workers employed by
