Here's a glimpse at some recent goings-on in Dayton's nonprofit sector:

Virginia B. Toulmin shows extraordinary generosity to Dayton. Read more at The Dayton Foundation.

City of Dayton announced mini-grants for neighborhood improvement.

City officials continue their "listening tour," seeking solutions to the city budget crisis. Even if you can't attend a meeting, you can submit ideas by email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

In June the White House announced the first national strategic plan to end homelessness. As Dayton Daily News points out, they're a few years behind Dayton, which already has a 10-Year Plan to End Homelessness. For insight watch this compelling PBS Frontline documentary. It shows the heartbreaking cycle of prison and homelessness faced by mentally ill people in Ohio. On a more positive note, here's news of an innovative collaboration to offer a farming program for homeless men.