A nonprofit group in Hampden County is preparing for a tough situation. They help people pay for heating fuel in the winter. But now, the federal government is shut down. This could delay their usual start date. The group, Valley Opportunity Council, has a backup plan. They know the government shut
Big names in the crypto world, like Coinbase, DCG, and Kraken, have joined forces to create a new nonprofit. They call it the American Innovation Project (AIP). Its goal? To teach policymakers about decentralized tech. As a 501(c)(3), AIP won't pay most taxes and its leaders won't be held personally
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is facing some big questions about its future. A group of advisors recently said that OpenAI should stay under nonprofit control. They believe AI is too important to be left to just corporations or governments. The advisors think a nonprofit structure allows for m
A big change is happening for 23andMe. A court just gave the green light for the company to be sold to a nonprofit group. This group is led by Anne Wojcicki, who used to be the CEO. The sale is worth $305 million. This is not the first time 23andMe has been up for sale. Earlier, there was a $256 mil
A significant change is happening at Paramount Global's Showtime and MTV Entertainment Studios. Barbara Zaneri, who has been a key figure in the company for 25 years, is stepping down from her role as chief program acquisitions officer. She is making way for Virginia Lazalde-McPherson, who has been
A young leader from Dublin is making waves worldwide. Ananya Akkaraju is the mastermind behind EmpowerHer Education. This nonprofit is all about empowering girls through education and health support. It's not just a local thing. EmpowerHer has spread its wings far and wide. There are over 40 ch
The Malverne Cinema and Art Center, a beloved spot for movies, shut down last year after a disagreement between owners and the landlord. The closure left a void in the community, but hope is on the horizon. Nick Hudson, a local resident with a passion for film, saw an opportunity to breathe new lif
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has a new senior adviser. Tarak Makecha, who used to work at Tesla, has taken on this role. He also advises the Justice Department’s IT and cybersecurity office. This move is part of a bigger change happening in federal agencies. Since President Trump’s return, th
A recent court decision has put a temporary halt to federal funding for legal education programs that assist immigrants facing deportation or navigating immigration courts. This decision, made by U. S. District Judge Randolph D. Moss in Washington, D. C. , affects a coalition of nonprofit groups tha
A support group in Dallas is marking a major milestone this week. The Stewpot is celebrating 50 years of helping people in need. It started as a small church effort. It has since grown into a big operation. The Stewpot offers a wide range of services. These include food, housing help, and even
