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(NewsUSA) - While February is recognized as National Random Acts of Kindness month, Marine Toys for Tots knows kindness doesn’t have to be spontaneous to be powerful. That is why Toys for Tots celebrates Not So Random Acts of Kindness. The Program sees the impact of intentional acts of kindn…
(StatePoint) Cult-favorite products acquire that status for a good reason. They’ve already been purchased, tested and adored and by other consumers. The good news is that identifying the fan favorites that can help you revamp your routine doesn’t have to require hours of research. Simply loo…
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(StatePoint) Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) and paid sick leave help workers maintain their livelihoods while taking care of themselves and their families. And now, several states in the South have begun to expand worker access to these critical benefits.
(NewsUSA) - In 2025, the Marine Toys for Tots Program once again proved that compassion doesn’t follow a calendar. Fueled by the remarkable generosity of the American people, nearly 880 local chapters, National Corporate Partners, fellow non-profits, local businesses and organizations, and t…
(NewsUSA) - December is here, and Marine Toys for Tots is once again rallying communities nationwide to ensure a magical Christmas morning for children in need. For families facing hardship, the holidays can bring more worry than wonder, but Toys for Tots’ Holiday Campaign offers a chance to…
Managing care and careers: What caregiving looks like today and how your workplace benefits can help
(Jessica Vanscavish, Head of Disability, Absence, Life, and Supplemental Health at Guardian) - Across the United States, the caregiving landscape is shifting rapidly. Every day, millions of people are balancing their careers alongside the responsibility of caring for loved ones—a reality tha…
(BPT) - For kids with critical illnesses, having a cherished wish fulfilled makes a huge difference in their lives. Children and families facing heartbreaking experiences, including difficult medical diagnoses, hospital stays and more, receive a welcome lift to their spirits and moments of s…
(StatePoint) Greater income allows parents to better meet children’s basic needs, and financial stability can reduce parental stress. Advocates say that child tax credits (CTCs) provide one avenue for states to increase family resources and are encouraged by progress being made by Washington…
(BPT) - From the time your teen is preparing to enter high school through their senior year, encouraging their interests and expanding their horizons can lead to academic, intellectual and social growth that will serve them well in college and beyond. Using what they're curious and excited a…
(NewsUSA) - Want to get a little wild this winter? The Dallas Safari Club’s upcoming convention in Atlanta, Georgia has something for everyone to help take a bite out of the midwinter blahs.
(NAPSI)—This holiday season you can add some zest to your dessert table with a delightful lemon cake made with a simple recipe from Ellen Wright’s fifth cookbook: Best of the Best (full of her best and most favorite recipes and available on Amazon).
(StatePoint) When a child is born or serious illness strikes, workers need time off, but for millions of Americans, it’s not that simple.
(NewsUSA) - On December 2nd, the world came together for Giving Tuesday—a day of generosity and impact. At Marine Toys for Tots, Giving Tuesday transformed into Giving TOYSday—the perfect day to support the Program’s mission of delivering toys and hope to children in need.
(NewsUSA) - Rich food, extra stress and endless holiday gatherings can do a number on the digestive system. Between charcuterie boards, champagne toasts and once-a-year desserts, it’s no wonder bloating is one of the most common holiday complaints. And nothing kills holiday cheer faster than…
(NewsUSA) - As the holiday season approaches, millions of children across America face the prospect of waking up to nothing on Christmas morning. Their families, struggling with financial hardship, simply cannot afford toys or gifts. But thanks to Toys for Tots, led by the U.S. Marine Corps …
(BPT) - The holiday season is full of activity, excitement — and impatience! One way for kids and families to savor each moment and actually enjoy the anticipation is by counting down the days to Christmas, with the help of special traditions like advent calendars. This year, you can establi…
(BPT) - Over the past decade, online high schools have moved from the margins to the mainstream of American education. Families across the country are increasingly considering virtual learning as a serious option. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, nearly 700 fully on…
(StatePoint) It’s back to school time and there is so much for families to do to get ready for the school year ahead, from getting school supplies to signing up for after school programs. Making sure kids have health care needs covered should be a part of those preparations.
(StatePoint) The United States is one of the only countries in the world that does not guarantee paid family and medical leave to workers, leaving millions of babies without the care they need in their earliest months of life.
(StatePoint) Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common virus that infects people of all ages and belongs to the same family as other common viruses like the chicken pox virus. When a pregnant woman catches CMV and the growing fetus becomes infected, this is known as congenital CMV (cCMV) and it impa…
