Coney Island Mermaid Parade May Be Canceled Over Funding
Coney Island USA's Mermaid Parade faces a funding crisis requiring over $6,000 in emergency donations to proceed with the 2026 event scheduled for June 20.
Sadness and thanks to supporters: Oregon public media respond to end of Corporation for Public Broadcasting * Oregon ArtsWatch
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting was dissolved after federal defunding, forcing public radio and TV stations to raise emergency funds to cover budget shortfalls.
Local nonprofits face rising demand, funding losses as Brooklyn Org steps in to fill gaps
Brooklyn nonprofits faced severe 2025 federal funding cuts while demand for services surged, forcing program reductions and prompting local emergency fundraising.
'Live Wire' launches emergency fund drive * Oregon ArtsWatch
Live Wire, a Portland-based nonprofit talk and variety radio show and podcast, faces a severe financial shortfall after public-media funding cuts and seeks $150,000.