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The Sunflower Project, a Newman Global Initiative, is dedicated to delivering essential food, clothing, and household items to both local and international organizations. This comprehensive program, involving the entire Newman Global team, will run until the end of 2025. Our aim is to micro-impact communities by providing much-needed resources. This collaborative effort underscores our commitment …
Since age nine, 9th-grader Eric Newman has been an active member of the Newman Global Initiative (NGI). In May 2025, he will launch the “Nano Fund,” or “Modesto Project.” This initiative will provide small, no-obligation micro-funds to individuals, businesses, and education. The aim is a simple helping hand without required repayment; future contributions are welcome …
Driven by our vision for inclusive education, Nicole Newman and her team are progressing the Newman Global Initiative’s “Project Butterfly” with its next phase, “Butterfly Voice.” This stage will utilize conversational AI to improve reading comprehension and support children with special needs. The tool, designed for inclusivity and adaptability, will personalize learning for every student. …
NGI has joined forces with the We Can Help Foundation, founded by our student mentor, Mercedes Tibollo. The foundation’s mission is to alleviate the financial burden on cancer patients and their families by providing critical support for treatments not covered by provincial health insurance. We Can Help understands that cancer’s impact extends beyond physical health, …
Inspired by her mother’s journey with Crohn’s disease, Nicole De Marco created The Lotus Project to raise awareness and support for the 300,000 Canadians living with Crohn’s and colitis. These inflammatory bowel diseases affect the digestive system, impacting the body’s ability to digest food, absorb nutrients, and eliminate waste. The Lotus Project aims to shed …
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To expand our global micro-impact initiatives and reach more diverse communities, the Newman Global Ambassador Program is specifically tailored for students residing outside the United States and Canada. NGI is committed to supporting these students’ small-scale projects that can make a significant impact. Additionally, students within the United States and Canada, who have direct connections …
Project Capricorn is our flagship mentoring initiative, deeply committed to guiding young student-athletes in their quest to strike a harmonious balance between their athletic pursuits, mental well-being, and academic responsibilities. Within this program, we expertly match these emerging sports talents with seasoned athletes who serve as mentors, imparting invaluable wisdom and strategies to navigate their …
“Project Butterfly” is an online initiative aimed at enhancing reading comprehension and narrowing educational disparities. This program offers engaging reading materials and interactive activities designed to cater to learners of all backgrounds and abilities. By focusing on comprehension skills, vocabulary building, and critical thinking, “Project Butterfly” equips students with the tools they need to excel …
In response to the significant influx of refugees arriving in Canada in 2021, NGI, in collaboration with local businesses, the community, and other organizations, embarked on a mission to facilitate the seamless settlement of these deserving families into their new home. Our comprehensive assistance extended beyond providing shelter; we furnished them with essential clothing, furniture, …
During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, a heartwarming collaboration emerged as volunteers, NGI (Newman Global Initiative), and local businesses in Vaughan united to prepare and distribute meals to the dedicated frontline workers and individuals facing challenging circumstances. This impactful initiative, lovingly dubbed ‘Pasta it Forward,’ demonstrated the power of community solidarity. Together, they worked …