Plano is catching heat for handing out $1.2 million to charities, and one of them, EPIC City, is reportedly linked to radical groups. Talk about a questionable donation!
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 3 mentions in the last 30 days.
None directly stated, but highlights the value of volunteer contributions.
Student volunteers and the city's volunteer programs.
Organizations heavily reliant on the current expense-based funding model may need to adapt their application strategies.
Plano is considering a shift in how it funds local arts organizations, moving from grants based on organizational expenses to funding specific events. This change aims to make the process fairer, more transparent, and better aligned with public benefit, potentially helping smaller arts groups.
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The council officially recognized April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month, emphasizing the importance of community efforts to protect children and support families.