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Utility Assistance Applications Open October 1

Project NOW announces the upcoming LIHEAP season, providing utility-bill and heating-system assistance to eligible households in Henry, Mercer, and Rock Island counties.

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QC Head Start Leaders Work to Oppose Federal Program Changes

WVIK, Quad Cities NPR • Sept 17, 2026

Project NOW and other Quad Cities Head Start leaders oppose proposed federal changes they say could weaken classroom standards, multilingual education, health screenings, and family support services.

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Head Start Proposal Draws Concern from Local Advocates

KWQC • Sept 18, 2026

Quad Cities Education Leaders Speak Out About Head Start Changes

WQAD • Sept 17, 2026

Local Head Starts, United Way Speak on Changes to Free Early Childhood Education Program

KWQC TV6 • Sept 17, 2026

Project NOW Announces Start of LIHEAP Program

Quad-City Times • Sept 15, 2026

Project NOW announces the upcoming LIHEAP season, providing utility-bill and heating-system assistance to eligible households in Henry, Mercer, and Rock Island counties.

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LIHEAP Applications to Open in October for Some Illinois Residents

WQAD News 8 • Sept 14, 2026

Applications Open October 1 for LIHEAP Utility Assistance

OurQuadCities/WHBF • Sept 14, 2026

Partnership Is Key to Addressing the Quad Cities Affordable Housing Crisis

WVIK, Quad Cities NPR • Aug 20, 2026

Project NOW’s third annual Housing Summit brought together regional leaders to examine the Quad Cities’ affordable housing shortage and emphasize the need for coordinated public, private, and community partnerships.

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Project NOW’s Lift NOW Shelter Helps 86 People Find Housing

WVIK, Quad Cities NPR • Apr 28, 2026

Project NOW’s temporary winter shelter served 302 people and helped 86 move into year-round housing through compassionate support, Coordinated Entry and strong community partnerships.

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