AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts

Founded in 1983, AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts is a not-for-profit, community-based health organization whose mission is to stop the HIV/AIDS epidemic by preventing new infections and optimizing the health of those already infected. Through a cooperative and mutually supportive effort between staff and hundreds of volunteers, AIDS Action seeks to assist and constructively work with people of all cultures by providing services, education, advocacy and prevention.

For more information, visit www.aac.org

 

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Massachusetts Bay

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Massachusetts Bay promotes the healthy development of children through the nurturing of continuing, one-to-one friendships with caring, responsible adults, supported by trained professional staff. Since 1949, BBBSMB has been reaching out to the highest-risk children, specifically who live in poverty and single-parent households. There are an estimated 70,000 at-risk children between the ages of 7 and 14 in our service area of 155 eastern Massachusetts communities. When children are matched with a Big in our program statistics reveal 46% less likely to start using illegal drugs (70% for children of color), 27% less likely to start drinking alcohol, 52% less likely to skip a day of school and 33% less likely to use violence as a solution.

For more information, visit www.bbbsmb.org

 

Dress for Success

The mission of Dress for Success Boston is to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.

For more information, visit www.dressforsuccess.org/boston

 

The Home for Little Wanderers

The Home for Little Wanderers can trace its roots back to 1799, making it America's oldest and one of New England's largest child and family service agencies. More than ten thousand children and families are served each year through a system of residential, community-based and prevention programs, direct care services, and advocacy. The Home's mission is to ensure the healthy emotional, mental, and social development of children at risk, their families, and communities. The agency's work is guided by a belief in the right of all children to be safe, nurtured and developed to reach their full potential.

For more information, visit www.TheHome.org

 

MSPCA-Angell

The MSPCA-Angell is a national and international leader in animal protection and veterinary medicine. Founded in 1868, it is the second-oldest humane society in the United States. Services include animal protection and adoption, advocacy, humane education, law enforcement and the highest-quality veterinary care available anywhere in the world. The MSPCA-Angell provides direct hands-on care for thousands of animals each year through its animal care and adoption centers and world-class Angell Animal Medical Centers.

For more information, visit www.mspca.org.

 

Rosie’s Place

Rosie’s Place, a sanctuary for poor and homeless women, offers both emergency and long-term assistance to women who have nowhere else to turn. Established in 1974, Rosie’s Place is committed to welcoming each guest with respect and unconditional love. Rosie’s Place accepts no government funds, and relies instead on committed volunteers and private supporters to accomplish its effective and innovative work.

For more information, visit www.rosiesplace.org.