Day 33 of the 16th St. Plaza cleanup: Clean efforts and street salesCommunity members are stepping in to clean neighborhoods and support local efforts in the absence of city funding.
In Myanmar, Earthquake Aftershocks and Airstrikes Terrorize ResidentsA dedicated rescue team successfully saved a girl from earthquake rubble but faced grim realities of survival chances diminishing for others.
Volunteer photographers are fixing Wikipedia's terrible celebrity headshotsWikiPortraits is a group of volunteers capturing and sharing Creative Commons-licensed photos of celebrities for Wikipedia.
Lost in a sea of ash: When wildfire destroys a home - and a loved one's urn - the search beginsVolunteer archaeologists are helping families recover cremated remains lost in wildfires through specialized techniques.
A dog slipped off the edge of a 200-foot waterfall in Lake TahoeA dog named Moscow fell 200 feet down an ice waterfall in Lake Tahoe, prompting a successful and extensive volunteer rescue effort.
Crosby the golden retriever rescued from mountain trail in New HampshireCommunity volunteers played a vital role in rescuing an exhausted dog during a challenging hike.
A dog slipped off the edge of a 200-foot waterfall in Lake TahoeA dog named Moscow fell 200 feet down an ice waterfall in Lake Tahoe, prompting a successful and extensive volunteer rescue effort.
Crosby the golden retriever rescued from mountain trail in New HampshireCommunity volunteers played a vital role in rescuing an exhausted dog during a challenging hike.
He tried to clean up Grizzly Peak. Then came the messy part: East Bay politicsThe East Bay Trash Pandas aim to clean up Grizzly Peak and restore its natural beauty by removing accumulated litter.
Dozens of pizzerias gather to make hundreds of free pies for one food-relief mission. 'Why not pizza to bring us together?'The LA Pizza Alliance unites independent restaurants and volunteers to provide pizza relief for fire victims, showcasing community support and collaboration.
He tried to clean up Grizzly Peak. Then came the messy part: East Bay politicsThe East Bay Trash Pandas aim to clean up Grizzly Peak and restore its natural beauty by removing accumulated litter.
Dozens of pizzerias gather to make hundreds of free pies for one food-relief mission. 'Why not pizza to bring us together?'The LA Pizza Alliance unites independent restaurants and volunteers to provide pizza relief for fire victims, showcasing community support and collaboration.
The convoy of incredible people' saving animals from California's infernal firesVolunteers are mobilizing to rescue pets and livestock during California wildfires, showcasing community spirit and rapid response to emergencies.
2025 White Elephant Sale in 90,000+ Sq Ft. Warehouse (Final Weekend)The White Elephant Sale connects people with affordable unique items while benefiting the Oakland Museum of California.
Dozens of rabbits found abandoned in field as police launch investigationAbandoned domestic rabbits found in poor condition sparked a rescue operation, underscoring issues of animal welfare and community response.
Wetlands restored after thefts of filter equipmentVolunteers restored the historic Middlesex filter beds, returning them to a vital wetland habitat and enhancing biodiversity in urban London.
Where Do Those Painted White Ghost Bikes' Come From?The article highlights the efforts of volunteers who create ghost bikes to remember cyclists who have died on New York City streets.