One Lexington, whose mission is to expand violence prevention programs among young people announced more than $200,000 in funding for 15 organizations that work with city's youth. Last year, Lexington reached a record high 44 homicides. So far in 2023, there has been one homicide, compared to 7 by this time last year.
Nonprofits receive ONE Lexington violence prevention grants
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