Covid-19 Resources For Families
Disaster Relief
In the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, many schools have closed their doors for the remainder of the semester. This has left many families scrambling to balance newly remote careers…
How Nonprofits Are Sparking Statewide Change
Ending Homelessness, Moving Families Out of Poverty, Preparing Youth to Succeed, Supporting Young Children
Over a third of early educators in Massachusetts rely on public assistance to make ends meet. These preschool teachers, family child care providers, and infant/toddler caregivers are teaching the state’s…
These Volunteers Get Results
Moving Families Out of Poverty
VITA program invests 8,000 volunteer hours to leverage more than $8 million in tax credits and refunds for low-income taxpayers. You may be aware of VITA, the free tax preparation…
The Smartest Ways To Use Your Tax Return According To Experts
It’s that time of year again. Tax season is upon us and, if you file correctly, that can mean cash back. Though many people rely on their tax return for…
This Is One Of The Best Ways To Fight Poverty In The U.S.
Moving Families Out of Poverty
It’s been hailed as one of the most effective tools to fight poverty in the country. Working families earning less than $56,000 per year are eligible for the Earned Income…
A Year of Uniting – Moving Families Out Of Poverty
Moving Families Out of Poverty
This time of year, many of us take stock of our financial well-being and plan for the year ahead. But according to Prosperity Now, 46% of families in Boston and…
A Year Of Uniting – Celebrating Partnership
We want to spend the last few weeks of 2019 celebrating you – the people and partners who stepped up to help us think differently, try new approaches and never…
Where Does My Giving Tuesday Donation Go?
Ending Homelessness, Moving Families Out of Poverty
After a week of turkey, friends, and family, Giving Tuesday is a great opportunity to give back to those in need who may not have been able to celebrate the…
Welcome Home: Re-Envisioning a Community
Moving Families Out of Poverty
We’ve all heard the mantra, “there’s no place like home.” But for the most vulnerable families, building a safe, stable home isn’t as easy as clicking their heels together. What…
Why Is The 2020 Census So Important?
Moving Families Out of Poverty
When it comes to ensuring a safety net, Massachusetts families are counting on us. Families in Massachusetts who are living in poverty count on federal assistance to help them meet…