It takes a village: FOST’s approach to kinship care in Zimbabwe - Oak Foundation

Across Zimbabwe, communities are coming together to ensure children who have lost their parents can grow up surrounded by care, connection, and opportunities. Through support for grandparents and rela...

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Turning the tide on homelessness: creating safe, secure homes for all - Oak Foundation

Across Scotland, organisations, communities, and residents are working together to tackle the root causes of homelessness by building affordable homes, helping people stay securely housed through lega...

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Where the city meets the tide: The comeback of Manhattan’s Hudson River waterfront - Oak Foundation

Just a few decades ago, Manhattan’s Hudson River waterfront was polluted, noisy, and cut off from public life. Today, it’s home to returning wildlife, outdoor classrooms, volunteers restoring habitats...

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From panels to progress: powering a brighter future in Pakistan - Oak Foundation

In Pakistan, millions are turning to rooftop solar panels for affordable, reliable power, transforming lives and strengthening local economies. From rural households gaining access to electricity for ...

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Life after landmines: land and livelihoods in northeast Zimbabwe - Oak Foundation

In northeast Zimbabwe, land that was once feared is becoming a source of hope. As minefields are cleared in communities like Chisecha, families are reclaiming land, rebuilding livelihoods, and investi...

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Confidence from community: coaching success at Durham Tech - Oak Foundation

At Durham Tech, North Carolina, success starts with people. Through its Success Coaching programme, dedicated coaches help students turn their ambitions into clear, achievable pathways. From tailored ...

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Tenure, transparency, and tech: protecting small-scale fisheries worldwide - Oak Foundation

When coastal communities are given space to manage their waters, fish stocks recover, habitats regenerate, and local food supplies become more secure. From protecting nearshore zones to pushing back a...

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Building positive spaces for young men online  - Oak Foundation

Supporting boys and young men is about helping to create the conditions they need to thrive, and to have better mental health, stronger relationships, and a deeper sense of belonging. Learn what LinkU...

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Helpforce volunteers make a difference: the heart behind healthcare  - Oak Foundation

At 16, Freya stepped into a hospital as a volunteer. Today, she’s a paramedic. Her journey is just one example of how volunteers are transforming healthcare across the UK – supporting patients, easing...

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The local networks feeding North Carolina communities from the ground up - Oak Foundation

In North Carolina, Resourceful Communities is working to strengthen local food systems by supporting farmers and fostering community resilience. It does this by helping residents grow fresh, locally-a...

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The power of collective change – simplifying and streamlining grant-reporting - Oak Foundation

Reporting shouldn’t steal time from what matters most: your work! We know how complex and inconsistent grant reporting can be across the sector. That’s why we’re introducing the new INPAS reporting sy...

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Island Hospice: bringing comfort through palliative support - Oak Foundation

Image © Island Hospice In a leafy suburb of Harare, Zimbabwe, a gentle glow fills the evening air as families and friends gather for a candlelit vigil. Some light candles in memory of loved ones, whil...

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Trussell: reshaping the conversation on hunger - Oak Foundation

Trussell is a foodbank that supports a community of more than 1,400 locations across the UK, where almost 40,000 volunteers offer emergency food with compassion, advice, and practical support.

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Opening campus doors: turning college dreams into real life possibilities - Oak Foundation

HEELS 2 Transition, based at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, helps young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities experience an inclusive and meaningful college life. Through tailored programmes, participants learn everyday skills, build confidence, and become more independent - by living in UNC dorms, making friends, and taking classes.

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Growing Up Safe: how telling a new story can prevent childhood sexual violence  - Oak Foundation

To Zero, a global initiative that supports the community working to end childhood sexual violence, helps organisations reframe how they talk about child protection by replacing fear-based narratives w...

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Food for the heart: Beloved Asheville connections and culture  - Oak Foundation

In Asheville, North Carolina, BeLoved Asheville is nourishing the community through food and connection - from Mama’s Kitchen meals to fresh‑produce markets. After Hurricane Helene, its team mobilised...

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Helping to keep kids in class: Telehealth in Guilford County Schools - Oak Foundation

Healthcare doesn’t usually begin in a classroom – but for many working families in Guilford County, North Carolina, when it does, that’s where it often ends. This is thanks to a telehealth programme i...

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Empowering adolescent girls in Tanzania - Oak Foundation

Across Tanzania, the Children’s Rights and Violence Prevention Fund partners with community groups to create safe spaces for girls. Through life‑skills education and practical vocational training, gir...

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The power of being there: how mentoring can change a young person’s path - Oak Foundation

For many young people facing challenges as they grow up, timely and compassionate support at the right time is all that’s needed to make a big difference in their lives. In Carrboro, Chapel Hill, the ...

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Building hope: One tiny home at a time - Oak Foundation

Across Orange County in North Carolina, a group of neighbours came together with a shared vision:  to create affordable, tiny homes for, and with, people transitioning out of homelessness.

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Breaking the silence around child sexual abuse - Oak Foundation

People who have experienced sexual abuse on both sides of the Atlantic are finding ways to start conversations about the issue to get the support they need to heal. Read the article to find out more.

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From waste to worth: reuse is the global revolution - Oak Foundation

Reuse systems are gaining momentum across the globe. Supported by Plastic Solutions Fund, learn how organisations and businesses are replacing single-use plastics with sustainable alternatives.

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The power of remembrance: honouring victims to prevent future violence - Oak Foundation

In Denmark, The Center for Voldsforebyggelse uses data, education, and community support to prevent violence against women and children.

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Flourishing at the Beresford Street Kitchen - Oak Foundation

The Beresford Street Kitchen in Jersey, the Channel Islands, is home to a brilliant social enterprise that’s transforming the lives of people with learning disabilities and/or autism.

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Using antibiotics in farming responsibly - Oak Foundation

The Antimicrobial Initiative works with not-for-profit organisations to reduce the use of antibiotics in farming, offering practical solutions that combat antibiotic resistance and promote animal welf...

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Creating housing opportunity in Massachussets - Oak Foundation

A safe, stable home is the foundation for a brighter future. In Massachusetts, not-for-profit organisations are making this a reality for families.

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I Tråd Med Verden: sustainable development for women and the world - Oak Foundation

Headquartered in Copenhagen, this organisation helps women from diverse backgrounds find a path back into the workforce through their local communities.

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Helping a new generation of artists take to the international stage - Oak Foundation

The Jette Parker Artists Programme offers exceptional artists from around the world mentorship and coaching at the Royal Ballet and Opera in London.

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Raising awareness to empower children in Eastern Europe - Oak Foundation

Empower Children Foundation provides emergency support to children in Eastern Europe, helps teachers and professionals know how to respond, and runs campaigns to raise public awareness.

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