The American Red Cross Massachusetts Region is closely monitoring the outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and preparing to carry out our lifesaving mission in the event of any possible disruptions. The Red Cross also strongly urges healthy, eligible individuals to give blood or platelets to help maintain a sufficient, blood supply and prevent shortages.…
The leadership of Women’s Lunch Place has been monitoring the evolving conditions related to the COVID-19 emergency. Initially, WLP implemented prevention, education and response measures throughout our shelter programming. The situation has changed rapidly in the past few days, and after receiving input from city and state health officials, we determined that due to the…
From March 16-22, the Mass Cultural Council polled the Commonwealth’s cultural sector to begin to understand the economic impact of the COVID19/Coronavirus public health crisis on the individuals and nonprofits we serve. In just under a week, the council heard from 566 cultural nonprofits and 595 individual artists/independent teaching artists-humanists-scientists. The results are striking and…
The Food Project is monitoring the COVID-19 situation on a daily basis and our top priority is the safety and welfare of our staff, our youth, and the communities in which we work. Across the organization, we are following the guidelines of the CDC and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. More than ever, The Food…
In response to the developing news about COVID-19, Boston Children’s Chorus will not meet for rehearsal this evening or Saturday, March 14. A decision regarding rehearsals for the week of March 16-21 will be made and announced by Saturday, March 14. We are using this time to seek counsel from health professionals and government agencies…
During this unprecedented time of need and challenge, vulnerable children in the foster care system are more at risk than most. These children, who have already suffered trauma and uncertainty in their lives, are now faced with isolation due to the necessity of social distancing. Boston CASA, always on the front lines and in the…
Important Information about the Coronavirus (COVID-19)The threat of COVID-19 has generated understandable concerns in our community. The health, safety, and well-being of the Animal Rescue League of Boston’s (ARL) clients, donors, community partners, staff, volunteers – and all of the animals in our care – is our top priority. Animal Care & Adoption Centers will…
During this time of social distancing, school and business closures and staying home as much as possible, being part of a mentoring relationship is more important than ever before. As safety is one of our top priorities here, it is BBBSEM guidance that Bigs and Littles do not meet in person until further notice and…
