Environmental Awareness Month | America’s Charities

Every September, environmental organizations around the Nation come together in recognition of Environmental Awareness Month, with a goal to raise awareness about environmental issues that need our attention, including human overpopulation, global warming, pollution, and conservation. More than ever before, our environment needs our protection. In recognition of Environmental Awareness Month, America’s Charities is celebrating the […]

Nutrien Building Stronger Communities Together Grant: Organizations in Saskatchewan and Manitoba invited to apply

Nutrien invites organizations to apply for the Nutrien Building Stronger Communities Together Grant. The program will provide $2500 grants to 65 organizations in Saskatchewan and Manitoba. The grant program aims to empower local community groups by supporting projects and initiatives that foster resilient communities where residents are nourished and supported.  Examples of supported projects may […]

Healthwatch Dorset Report: Urgent Healthcare for the Homeless

Healthwatch Dorset publishes a report on the urgent need for improved healthcare for the homeless Healthwatch Dorset has released its latest report, “Voiceless, Unheard and Socially Excluded,” which brings to light the immense challenges faced by people experiencing homelessness and those who are vulnerably housed when attempting to access health and social care services. The […]

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month | America’s Charities

Every September, childhood cancer organizations around the world come together in recognition of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, with a goal to increase awareness and raise funds for those affected by childhood cancer. According to CureSearch, each year more than 15,000 children in the U.S. alone are diagnosed with cancer. And for those who survive, as many as […]

Applications now open for the Parks Foundation Calgary Building Communities Grant Program

The Parks Foundation Calgary announced applications are now open for the Building Communities Grant Program, with grants of up to $50,000 available. The grant program supports community-led park projects and playground initiatives in Calgary. The goal of the program is to build community capacity and promote stewardship among children and community residents by supporting the […]

An Index of Posts — The Green Spotlight

Public health (and individual health) depend on environmental health.  While many conditions—e.g., cancers, neurological diseases and disorders, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes—have genetic risk factors, and some can also be triggered or worsened by certain viruses or by lifestyle choices (diet and exercise), many diseases are much more likely to occur when certain environmental exposures (pollutants) are also […]

How to Reduce Food Waste (plus Reduce Emissions, Boost Food Security, and Save Money) — The Green Spotlight

Did you know that one-third of food is wasted, somewhere between the farm and the plate?  This is not only inefficient—it’s immoral, as 1 in 10 people in the world are malnourished (suffering from hunger and food insecurity), and food waste is also one of the major contributors to climate change. Most of the methane […]