Budget Transparency & Civic Voice: Cambodia scored 54/100 in the Open Budget Survey, up from 43 in 2023, but public participation stayed near-zero (2), with NGO Forum Cambodia and the International Budget Partnership urging the government to expand citizen input—especially at sub-national levels. Community Health Funding: New York City Regional Center closed $20M in New Markets Tax Credit financing for Urban Health Plan’s new South Bronx Medical Plaza, adding mental health, WIC services, and training space, with partners including Odyssey House. Veterans & Animal Welfare Fundraising: Cape Coral’s “Pet for a Vet” fundraiser supports Wolfhounds Legacy, which trains shelter dogs for veterans; organizers say nearly 300 dogs have been placed over five years. Sustainable Agriculture Coordination: Great Lakes St. Lawrence leaders launched a regional Sustainable Agriculture Action Agenda to improve cross-border monitoring, knowledge sharing, and collective action. Tribal Rights at Environmental Table: Virginia’s Indigenous Conservation Council is withdrawing from Chesapeake Bay Program talks, saying the partnership won’t grant tribes a seat despite sovereignty commitments. Local Charity Events: Walk for Warmth targets $50K for winter heating help in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula; SWICACC’s Oct. 10 kickback fundraiser backs trauma-informed child abuse services. Immigration Access to Detainees: ICE stopped publicly listing thousands of detainees with final deportation orders, making it harder for lawyers and families to locate clients.