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The Altruists: North Texans Are Making Social Innovation Their Mission

by | Jan 26, 2018
From national nonprofits launched out of homes to game-changing ideas that have cultivated millions of dollars for the nonprofit sector, the region is a launch pad for numerous movers and shakers who are making a significant communal impact.
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TI Foundation Funds $2.1 Million for Nonprofit Fellows Program
by | Jan 12, 2018
The fellowships were created in collaboration with the University of Texas at Dallas, United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, and the Dallas Museum of Art.
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Grit, Mentorships, Grade Monitoring Elevate Students Via ScholarShot
by | Jan 8, 2018
Students in the program are awarded up to $6,000 in scholarships annually.
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Dallas Car Lending Nonprofit Shifts into Fast Lane With National Growth Plans

by | Oct 16, 2017
With recent interest from nonprofit partners outside of Texas and a collaboration with Toyota, On the Road Lending is poised for growth in the next year.
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Rising From Tragedy: Denton Nonprofit Founded After 2016 Dallas Police Ambush
by | Jul 7, 2017
In the aftermath of the horrific event, Ipinowula “Ipi” Adedokun created World Apparel Co. to sell fashionable clothing and donate a portion of its profits to help children in need. 
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Mensa Foundation Honors Teen Creator of Anti-Bullying App

by | Jun 19, 2017
The Arlington-based nonprofit is awarding Natalie Hampton with the Copper Black Award, an achievement recognizing an invention or innovation that is implemented and helps people other than the nominee. 
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Deadline Nears for WeWork Creator Awards
by | May 24, 2017
There’s $1.5 million set aside for groups and individuals in the southern U.S. alone.
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Dallas Afterschool Steps into
Next Decade With Eye on Access
by | Apr 17, 2017
Dallas Afterschool CEO Christina Hanger talks about recent SMU research, how the agency has evolved over its 10-year history, and what new initiatives are in the works.
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Initiative Aims to Grow South Dallas’ Grassroots Nonprofits

by | Mar 27, 2017
Ten nonprofits are receiving infrastructure training in pilot program from United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, UNT-Dallas, and State Fair of Texas.
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Toyota Introducing $1M Grant to Solve North Texas Mobility Issues
by | Jan 25, 2017
The automaker will help community organizations take on social and transportation mobility issues through the new grant program.
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CNM Connect Receives $50K Grant to Help Nonprofits
by | Dec 15, 2016
The Dallas-based company was one of 10 nationwide to receive the grant.
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