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Amazon Puts $1M Behind South Dade After Funding Study Reveals Critical Gaps
Amazon is investing $1 million in 13 nonprofits serving South Dade after a Miami Foundation study identified significant gaps in regional philanthropic funding. The study found that more than $94 million reached the area over two years, but only 4% was unrestricted funding. Each organization will receive $75,000, while Amazon will also provide a matching challenge through Give Miami Day. The potential $2 million investment could support education, economic mobility, workforce development, and community programs. The initiative highlights how data-driven research can help direct new capital toward underserved communities.