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The USDA Awards Over $100 Million in Grants for High-Speed Internet Connectivity

The Department of Agriculture has announced large grant awards to help rural communities gain high-speed broadband internet access. The latest round of investment is for a total of $116.7 million...

7 Incredible Scholarship Programs That Should Be On Your Radar

Paying for college in the United States can feel completely out of reach for many people. Fortunately, government agencies, non-profits, corporations, and professional organizations all offer some pretty terrific...

March 19 Social Security Checks Arrive—Who Gets Up to $5,180?

The March 19, 2025, Social Security payment is set to arrive for eligible retirees, providing much-needed financial support as living costs continue to rise. Some beneficiaries may receive up to $5,180, but on...

A State-by-State Guide on Essential Government Aid and Support Programs for Disaster Recovery

Disasters can happen when we least expect them—hurricanes, floods, wildfires, and other emergencies can turn our lives upside down in an instant. When you're facing such...

Home Improvement Grants and Rental Assistance for Low-Income Americans

The USDA offers single-family home repair grants. Grants can be competitive. When you are ready to apply for a grant, you will need to provide evidence of wages or self-employed income statements, bank acc...

New York Announces Competitive Grants for Parks and Trails

The New York State Park and Trail Partnership's grants program has announced a new round of competitive grants. The requests for proposals will be accepted starting January 25. The announcement was made on Saturday, ...

Michigan Hands Grants to Water Systems to Address Problems

According to a report out of Michigan, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) has recently awarded over $436,000 in grants to a variety of water systems in the area via grants. With th...

State of Washington Issues Behavioral Health Grants

On October 30, the Washington State Department of Commerce announced that it is beginning the process of distributing $33.8 million in grants for help to people with behavioral health needs. The money will go to 22 projects...

Rotary Club Holds Auction to Fund Grants

For most people who rely on grants, they have noticed that the pot is pretty much empty when it comes to organizations and the government handing out money. Grants are typically given to artists, businesses, people who are dealin...