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$3,500 and bills paid: How these local organizations are helping L.A. fire victims recover

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Vincent de Paul , one of several local organizations providing direct assistance to fire victims. Pasadena Community Foundation, a local foundation, has given grants through a wildfire fund to help support dozens of organizations doing that work. Others lost coverage as insurers have dropped policies in areas at risk of fires.

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How L.A. can rebuild after the wildfires without leaving vulnerable residents behind

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Climate-related disasters like this often have deep roots in policies and practices that overlook growing risks. Climate risks are often underestimated , in part because of policy limitations and a political reluctance to consider unpopular solutions, such as restricting where people can build. As seen with the L.A.

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The best password manager for 2025

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1Password remains our top pick for the best password manager, thanks to its zero-knowledge policy, numerous security features and general ease of use, but there are other top password managers out there to consider as well. Table of contents Best password managers for 2025 Are password managers safe? How do password managers work?

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Preparing for the Inevitable: How Grantmakers Can Thrive Amid Climate Events

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Employee Roles and Responsibilities Define clear policies regarding employee roles, especially for those who might help with on-the-ground cleanup efforts versus those who will keep the organization running. Define clear policies on when and how this fund can be used, particularly in the event of a climate disaster.

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How nonprofits can deepen corporate partnerships

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Many companies report low utilization of VTO, however, so nonprofits that encourage people to check their employer’s VTO policy when signing up as a volunteer can tap into this underutilized benefit. This presents a significant opportunity for nonprofits to act as vital community connectors and partners.

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Adapt and Overcome

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We also held events at least quarterly, doing volunteer work with the food bank and local schools, as well as social events – like movie nights, bowling, and holiday celebrations. We plan to go back to face-to-face meetings this fall, and we’ll follow state and local guidelines for social distancing, hand sanitizer, masks, etc.

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This French company made life-saving food cheaper and boosted global nutrition

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A big risk, had that occurred, would have been less breastfeeding for newborns and the disruption of local diets. Nutrisets reliance on local franchisees has helped create over 1,000 jobs in hunger-stricken regions while strengthening the supply chain and reducing the carbon emissions of transportation, according to UNICEF.

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