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Local Initiative Aims to Garner Support for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

Children’s access to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library was recently called into question due to an unexpected shortfall in the state’s budget allocated for the program. Partners for Children and Families has…

National and Local Grant Funding Supports Home-Based Childcare Centers Owned by Minorities in Akron
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National and Local Grant Funding Supports Home-Based Childcare Centers Owned by Minorities in Akron

Fifteen minority-owned, home-based childcare centers in Akron are being awarded grants, as confirmed by city officials. This funding represents progress toward Akron Mayor Shammas Malik’s objective of achieving universal childcare access.

Community Access to Business Loans Enhanced Through Collaboration of Local Institutions in St. Louis
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Community Access to Business Loans Enhanced Through Collaboration of Local Institutions in St. Louis

ST. LOUIS (February 18, 2025) – St. Louis Community Credit Union (SLCCU) has partnered with BJC Health System, SSM Health, and the James S. McDonnell Foundation in a multi-sector collaboration…