Daily Table addresses food insecurity by normalizing the shopping experience for low-income families, offering healthy food at affordable prices across its four Boston-area locations. CEO Sasha Purpura explains that the nonprofit's model reduces stigma associated with food pantries while supporting community needs through partnerships with local producers and a significant reliance on shopper revenue

Some of the search dogs working in Los Angeles were adopted and trained by the Search Dog Foundation after being surrendered to shelters because they had too much energy. "Many of these incredible dogs have truly gone from rescued shelter dog to rescuer, now on the front lines helping with rescue and recovery efforts in the wake of these devastating fires," a foundation spokesperson said.

Poor communication with your team can affect employee trust, retention and engagement, writes clinical psychologist and author Monica Vermani, who offers seven steps to better communication, including the need for leaders to engage in two-way communication, adapt their style and invest in training. "When leaders share organizational goals and values, talk about opportunities on the horizon and share information about navigating organizational changes and challenges, they create a culture where employees feel valued and included," Vermani writes.

More employers, including the San Diego Police Department, Qualtrics, and Johnson & Johnson, are offering onsite daycare to attract and retain employees, addressing the challenge of finding affordable child care. This initiative provides convenience and cost savings for employees, but the high cost of maintaining these services and the lack of public funding pose challenges, causing some experts to suggest that subsidies for offsite care are a more sustainable solution.

Nonprofit hospitals are expected to see better financial performance this year, driven by easing labor costs and increased patient volumes, according to Fitch Ratings. Some hospitals, particularly smaller ones and those in areas with stagnant population growth, may continue to struggle.

Jim Canales has announced his departure from the Barr Foundation by the end of 2025, after significantly growing its assets and expanding its grant-making capabilities. The Boston-based foundation, now among the top 25 in the US, increased its annual grants and broadened its geographic focus under his leadership.