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Breathing Association Closes Amid Federal Funding Crisis

10/28/2025

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Story summary

The Breathing Association in Columbus, Ohio faces severe funding issues after the federal government shutdown began on October 1, 2025.
The nonprofit provides energy-bill assistance to over 15,000 residents.
It has furloughed staff and closed its doors as financial support ceased.
Dr. Iyadd Hasan, the organization's president, says many similar nonprofits are struggling.
Hasan remains hopeful that operations will resume when the government reopens.

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Story summary

The Breathing Association in Columbus, Ohio faces severe funding issues after the federal government shutdown began on October 1, 2025.
The nonprofit provides energy-bill assistance to over 15,000 residents.
It has furloughed staff and closed its doors as financial support ceased.
Dr. Iyadd Hasan, the organization's president, says many similar nonprofits are struggling.
Hasan remains hopeful that operations will resume when the government reopens.