Community Welcome & Belonging: Greenville’s Little League World Series drew international fans, with local liaisons helping visiting teams feel at home. Faith & Language Access: A rural Midwestern student is weighing attending a Korean church mainly to practice Korean—raising questions about respect and belonging. Mutual Aid & Waste Reduction: All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church in Bellville is hosting a free clothing swap to help neighbors and keep usable items out of landfills. Back-to-School Support: Martin County’s Education Foundation and Costco delivered about 750 backpacks plus school gift cards to help families start the year. School Supplies, Music, Community: Meridian’s Highland Park event provided free supplies and support for 1,000+ students with dozens of partners. Charity Funding Integrity: New Orleans’ Red Dress Run drew thousands, but organizers warn that unregistered participants can cut into nonprofit funding. Nonprofit Food Security: Mobile Meals is moving toward a Community Food Bank merger to stabilize services and keep daily human connection. Health & Safety in the Community: A Decatur County health expo focused on scam prevention and health/benefits info for residents. Public Safety & Community Trust: Hamilton is seeking applicants for a Chief’s 2SLGBTQIA Advisory Committee to improve inclusive policing. Charity Under Scrutiny: UK authorities and the Charity Commission are investigating a Muslim aid charity over alleged links to Hamas. Disaster Resilience: The Beulah Challenge will continue in September after the Aspen Acres Fire, with 20% of proceeds earmarked for local recovery. Community Events: National Night Out gatherings in multiple places highlighted first responders, local volunteers, and neighborhood connection.