Committee hears warning about nonprofit funding uncertainty affecting local services

A committee member urged the group to stay aware of funding uncertainty facing local nonprofits and to be prepared to support organizations serving vulnerable residents. The member said many nonprofits have “lost funding or don't know yet if they lost funding,” and asked others to keep their ears open because the organizations provide services to at-risk community members. Committee members did not propose a specific relief program at the meeting but acknowledged the town’s philanthropic and volunteer networks have historically supported local nonprofits and said they would be alert to requests for help or coordination. This item was an informational note rather than a formal agenda action.