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Empowering Small Towns: Strategies to Garner Outside Support for Revitalization

Small towns across the country often face unique challenges when it comes to revitalization efforts. Limited resources, shrinking populations, and lack of outside investment can hinder progress....

Helping Families Get the Financial Support They Need Through Medicaid

Medicaid provides vital health coverage for millions of Americans, including low-income adults, children, pregnant women, elderly adults and people with disabilities. For families struggling to get by,...

Supporting Local Heroes: Volunteer Firefighters, The Lifeblood of Many Communities

While most people run away from danger, volunteer firefighters run towards it. These selfless individuals are the backbone of emergency response in many rural communities across South Dakota ...

Supporting the Mental Wellbeing of Our Bravest

Firefighters put their lives on the line to protect our communities every single day. As they confront danger and trauma, it takes a toll on their mental health. Many struggle with PTSD, anxiety, depression, and suicidal though...

5 Creative Ways for Students to Earn Money for College

College is expensive, but students don't have to pay for all of it themselves. With some hard work and resourcefulness, there are several ways for students to earn money to help fund their education. This incom...

Turning Climate Change Solutions into a Business: How to Fund Your Climate Tech Startup

While climate change poses an existential threat, it also presents an opportunity for entrepreneurs developing innovative solutions. Climate tech startups have the potential to scal...

Unlocking Potential: How Grants Enable Low-Income Students to Achieve Their Dreams

For students from disadvantaged backgrounds, the path to higher education is often filled with obstacles. The costs associated with tutoring, exam preparation, and college applications c...

A Guide to the New and Improved FAFSA Process

Applying for financial aid just got easier! The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is undergoing major changes to simplify the process and expand access to aid. This will benefit millions of students seeking assi...

SSI and SSDI: Everything You Need to Know About Retroactive Back Pay

Americans who rely on government programs for financial assistance are often confused by the programs and the rules for getting aid. The two primary programs that step in when you’re in nee...