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Congress Will Extend Loans and Not Grants to Airlines

Due to the drastic impact that COVID-19 has had on their business and the existential threat they are now facing, airlines are seeking grants and other financial assistance from the federal government to ensure their cont...

Unprecedented Grant Funds For Nonprofits and Small Businesses

Unprecedented Grant Funds For Nonprofits and Small Businesses COVID-19 emergency response funds represent unprecedented philanthropic opportunities for nonprofits and small businesses serving their local communiti...

A Guide on How to Apply for Personal Grants

Do you know that the government and some non-profits offer grants to financially struggling individuals? You can apply and get funds to acquire a home, repair a house, buy furniture, pay education expenses, and many others. If you ...

How This Couple Retired at 63 with $1.5 Million: Key Lessons for Financial Independence

John and Linda Thompson's journey to retiring at 63 with $1.5 million in savings is a testament to the power of disciplined financial planning and long-term vision. The couple start...

Got a Tax Extension? File Now Using This Free IRS Tool

If you filed for a tax extension this year, you still have until October 15 to submit your return. But the IRS is urging taxpayers to file now instead of waiting until the last minute.   Why File Your Taxes Ea...

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 ...

New Hampshire: a State that Actually Turned Down a Federal Grant

Most recipients of federal grants gladly line up to get their share of government dollars. However, New Hampshire legislators recently decided to turn down part of a $46 million grant from the Department of Educ...

Puerto Rico Receives New FEMA Grants for Hurricane Recovery

Hurricane Maria, a Category 5 tropical cyclone, blew over the Caribbean in 2017. To date, it's the tenth-most intense hurricane to have formed in the Atlantic Ocean. The hurricane passed over the United States terri...

The Vital Information You Need Before Applying for Free Personal Grants

A grant is a financial aid given to an organization or individual by the government or non-profit foundation for a specific need. It is different from a loan in that it is given for free. However, you ma...