We had the pleasure of speaking with Marcia Miller, President of the Friends of the Franklin County Regional Dog Shelter, about an exciting new chapter for the shelter — a brand-new facility currently being built in Deerfield, [...]
Community Action Pioneer Valley (CAPV) stands as a central force for positive change in the Franklin and Hampshire Counties and the North Quabbin region of western Massachusetts. Founded on a mission to assist people with low incomes in achieving stability and security, CAPV ensures that everyone in the Pioneer Valley community has the [...]
Connecticut River Conservancy (CRC) stands as a dedicated force for river health and community action in Franklin County and across New England. Their signature event, the Source to Sea Cleanup, brings volunteers together each year to remove trash and debris from local rivers, including the Franklin County Rivers Cleanup and the upcoming [...]
Just Roots is a nonprofit based in Greenfield, Massachusetts, working to increase access to healthy local food and support sustainable agriculture throughout Franklin County. Since 2008, the organization has focused on reconnecting people with where their food comes from—starting with [...]
One of Franklin County’s greatest strengths is its spirit of community, and few organizations embody that better than the Franklin County Community Meals Program (FCCMP). In this edition of Notice Non-Profits, we’re highlighting FCCMP’s essential work—offering hot meals, pantry staples, and compassion to anyone facing food insecurity in our [...]
In Western Massachusetts, one organization is living up to its name in the most literal—and impactful—way. It Takes a Village (ITAV) is a women-led nonprofit that has transformed a simple act of kindness into a powerful movement, delivering support, dignity, and hope to thousands of families since [...]
When it comes to supporting local agriculture and fostering a resilient food system in Massachusetts, few organizations have made as significant an impact as CISA: Community Involved in Sustaining
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Welcome to another installment of our "Notice Non-Profits" series, where we shine a spotlight on local organizations making a difference in their communities.
Today, we're featuring the Franklin Land Trust (FLT), a non-profit organization in western Massachusetts that has been working tirelessly to preserve the region's natural beauty and agricultural heritage since [...]
The Brick House Community Resource Center in Turners Falls has been a beacon of support, creativity, and connection for over three decades. Serving the five villages of Montague—Turners Falls, Montague Center, Millers Falls, Lake Pleasant, and Montague City—as well as the neighboring town of Gill, this [...]
The Franklin Area Survival Center in Turners Falls, Massachusetts, is more than just a community resource—it’s a lifeline for individuals and families facing tough times. Through its food pantry and thrift store, the center provides essential support to those in need. As economic challenges deepen, the center has witnessed a growing demand [...]
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