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Charity Commission Probes FIA Foundation Over FIA Ties and Conflicts
business1 month ago

Charity Commission Probes FIA Foundation Over FIA Ties and Conflicts

The Charity Commission for England and Wales has opened an official inquiry into the FIA Foundation, issuing a temporary order restricting certain transactions without written approval. The probe will examine the Foundation’s relationship with the FIA, potential conflicts of interest in grants, and whether the charity’s property is at risk, with scope possibly expanding. The Commission says the inquiry does not imply wrongdoing and the trustees will cooperate; nine of the twelve trustees also hold senior FIA roles, raising independence concerns.

SAMHSA Slashes Up to $1.9B in Behavioral Health Grants
health1 month ago

SAMHSA Slashes Up to $1.9B in Behavioral Health Grants

The federal SAMHSA announced broad cuts to behavioral health grants, potentially canceling up to 2,800 awards totaling as much as $1.9 billion—roughly a quarter of the agency’s budget—though some programs, such as Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics, were spared. The moves, reportedly not coordinated with staff, threaten services from opioid treatment and homelessness programs to prison reentry and HIV/Hepatitis C prevention, provoking concern from advocates.

health1 month ago

Trump Admin Slices $1.9B in Mental Health and Addiction Grants, Reshaping SAMHSA

The Trump administration terminated about 2,800 discretionary SAMHSA grants worth roughly $1.9 billion as of Jan. 13, aimed at realigning the agency’s portfolio toward innovative programs; the cuts threaten access to mental health and addiction services, complicate 2026 funding negotiations, and come amid SAMHSA staffing declines, with potential funding gaps if Congress does not act before Jan. 30.

Trump Admin Slashes Federal Grants Aimed at Mental Health and Addiction Care
politics1 month ago

Trump Admin Slashes Federal Grants Aimed at Mental Health and Addiction Care

The Trump administration terminated about 2,706 discretionary SAMHSA grants worth roughly $1.9 billion, impacting on-the-ground mental health and addiction services. The cancellations, attributed to political appointees rather than career staff, affect programs including the Opioid Response Network and Building Communities of Recovery, and come as Medicaid cuts further squeeze public health funding.

US Education Department Grants Boost Literacy Innovation
education2 months ago

US Education Department Grants Boost Literacy Innovation

The U.S. Department of Education has awarded a record $256 million in Education Innovation and Research grants to improve literacy, with a focus on evidence-based instruction, expanding education choice, and empowering states, especially in rural areas, marking a significant increase in state-led initiatives and innovative approaches.

Trump administration withholds billions in education funding, impacting schools nationwide
education8 months ago

Trump administration withholds billions in education funding, impacting schools nationwide

The Trump administration has temporarily withheld approximately $169 million in federal funds from North Carolina public schools pending a review of how the money is spent, citing concerns over misuse and a broader federal investigation into grant programs supporting various educational initiatives. The funds, which support teacher training, after-school programs, and services for immigrant and special needs students, are crucial for many districts, with some officials urging immediate release to avoid disruptions. The review has raised concerns among educators and organizations about potential impacts on student services and community programs.