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COVID19 Fund Launched to Support Black, Immigrant, Homeless Churches ONE CHURCH.FUND
Boston, MA – On Friday May 1, 2020, the Massachusetts Council of Churches launched the One Church Fund a major fundraising effort to support immigrant, Black, unhoused, and unaffiliated churches during COVID19. “Churches are essential service providers, especially in immigrant, Black, poor, and homeless communities,” said Rev. David Wright, Executive Director of the Black Ministerial Alliance of Greater…
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Community Action Agencies Open and Here to Help
Finding Innovative Ways to Continue to Serve Both New and Existing Families Visit masscap.org to find your local Community Action Agency Boston, MA (April 7, 2020) – The pandemic is affecting our lives in profound and unexpected ways. As completely unexpected as this pandemic and its compounding effects are, we are not surprised at…
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BBB Tip: Top 6 Coronavirus Scams Reported by BBB
By Better Business Bureau. April 3, 2020 Top Scams As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads, so does uncertainty and fear: two elements that con artists thrive on. During these stressful times, BBB recommends consumers to be especially alert to avoid falling for a scam. Below are the top six coronavirus scams along with as tips to help identify and avoid…
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Introducing Grab-and-Go Breakfast for Springfield First Responders
Springfield, MA (April 6, 2020)—United Way of Pioneer Valley (UWPV) and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield are thrilled to introduce the Good Morning Heroes program, a joint effort to give back to the first responders working hard and risking their lives for our community. Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield and the United…
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Holyoke Public Library Closed Until Further Notice
Given the recent updates regarding COVID-19 from the Center for Disease Control and recent State and Local Emergency announcements, the Holyoke Public Library will be closed until further notice. During the closure of City Hall, Schools and the Library, we encourage you to use our online services. Visit our website, www.holyokelibrary.org, click HPL Academy tab…
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Student Support Program Keeps Men’s Soccer Successful on the Field and in the Classroom at STCC
SPRINGFIELD – For Coach William Sweidel, the defining moment of the men’s soccer season at Springfield Technical Community College didn’t come from a single goal, win or playoff result. Instead, it came from a realization. “I think this kind of experience,” Sweidel said, gesturing toward the table where he sat alongside MILE advisor Melvin Tejada…
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