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Illinois Distributes Marijuana-funded Grants to Community Organizations

In many states, recreational cannabis is legal. The state collects taxes on the sales of recreational cannabis. Some states, such as Illinois, are using those tax dollars to help with the war on illegal ...

Oregon Offers Grants to Qualified Museums

In Oregon, qualified museums can now apply for grant funds to help with their collections, heritage tourism, education and interpretive projects. The awards range from $2,000 to $10,000 in value. The funds will be distributed by the ...

Looking To Apply for a Grant? Here are the Steps to Follow

Grant proposals are supposed to be treated as important projects. They must have the result for the money sought. Unless a given project projects tangible results, the grant will not be granted. To ensure that your g...

A Shocking Lack of Homeless Grants

Since the start of the pandemic in America nearly two years ago now, the United States has spent over an estimated $7 trillion on the federal level alone. The bulk of this money has been wrapped up in huge programs and corporate bailouts. ...

Student Loan Reform: Tips to Prepare Your Finances for Potential Outcomes

While debates about student loan forgiveness and other topics continue to make headlines, borrowers desperately hoping for financial relief and system reform have nothing better to do than wait to see...

New Virginia Program for Discounted Internet Services

News earlier this week came out of Richmond, Virginia, that stated families struggling at around 200% below the federal poverty line may be able to get low-cost or even free Internet from the state, along with potent...

If You're a Family Caregiver, You Need to Know About These Grants

Being a caregiver for a loved one is one of the trickiest things a person can do. Not only are you constantly on call to provide care, but you also have to watch a person you love deal with medical problems...

7 Hidden Grant Programs That Can Help You Make Ends Meet

Everyone's situation is different, but many struggle to make ends meet. Whether you're unemployed, under-employed, transitioning or just need a bit of help, several government programs and grant opportun...

SNAP Payment Calendar for March 2025: Full State-by-State Breakdown

With March underway, millions of Americans who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) are set to receive their monthly food assistance benefits. Payment dates vary by state, with depo...