Richelle Putnam

When it comes to bringing creative ideas to life, funding can often be the biggest hurdle. Whether you’re an artist, a community organizer, or part of a cultural group in East Mississippi or West Alabama, finding the right financial support is crucial. That’s where grants for cultural projects come in. These grants provide essential resources to help you develop, showcase, and sustain your creative work. Let’s explore how you can tap into these opportunities and make your vision a reality....

While the need for quality healthcare is evident, access remains one of the greatest challenges.

In communities across the country, prevention has become a proactive conversation rather than a crisis conversation. It is a daily commitment to our youth's well-being. In Meridian and Lauderdale County, that commitment takes shape through the work of The Montgomery Institute/Community Health Improvement Network Drug-Free Communities’ (TMI/CHIN DFC) Coalition. This program is dedicated to reducing youth substance use and strengthening the support systems that help young people thrive. Funded...