If you received a KidStuff coupon book in your kids’ backpacks – make sure to buy it before you start tearing out pages! (If you didn’t get one – find out how you can.) Read the full article → from SEF Fundraiser – KidStuff Coupon Books (No, they aren’t free)
Charities/Making a difference
Project Friend: Big and Little Friends (with age groups covering K-college & senior citizens)
SYFSis preparing for another season of Project Friend. The mentoring program pairs younger and older “Friends” to help build positive meaningful relationships. Read the full article → from Project Friend: Big and Little Friends (with age groups covering K-college & senior citizens)
History of the Kelly Gang: The Outlaws of Cordaville
The Southborough Historical Society posted another glimpse into our town’s past. This one exposes the underbelly of the Cordaville area in the late 1800s. Read the full article → from History of the Kelly Gang: The Outlaws of Cordaville
Community support for owners of house lost in fire (Updated)
Over the weekend, Southborough’s White-Koltz family lost their house to a fire. Neighbors immediately began rallying to help the couple. Now they are sharing how others in the community can pitch in. And the homeowners are sharing their immense gratitude. Read the full article → from Community support for owners of house lost in fire (Updated)
NECC new institute ribbon cutting – October 17
The New England Center for Children announced completion of a $10.9 million capital campaign to open the new John and Diane Kim Autism Institute. Read the full article → from NECC new institute ribbon cutting – October 17
Grants available for serving Greater Worcester Community – apply by September 15
The Greater Worcester Community Foundation asked me to help them get the word out. They are accepting a new round of grant proposals from organizations that serve our region. Read the full article → from Grants available for serving Greater Worcester Community – apply by September 15
Honor Flight opportunity for veterans of WWII or Korea
I’ve been asked to share information with WWII and Korean War veterans and their families. Read the full article → from Honor Flight opportunity for veterans of WWII or Korea
NECC recieves $3.4 million tech grant from Microsoft
The New England Center for Children was awarded a large grant from Microsoft. Read the full article → from NECC recieves $3.4 million tech grant from Microsoft
Southborough Community Fund accepting grant applications
Nonprofits or Town organizations looking to make a difference in our town can apply for a grant from the Southborough Community Fund. Read the full article → from Southborough Community Fund accepting grant applications
NECC Thank you and news
New England Center for Children passed on some news items worth sharing and a Thank You to the community. Read the full article → from NECC Thank you and news
Apply for grants to help end hunger by June 15
The Greater Worcester Community Foundation has announced yet another grant opportunity. The focus this time is on ending hunger. Read the full article → from Apply for grants to help end hunger by June 15
Seeking new members for Southborough Trails Committee
The committee responsible for managing and improving trails in Southborough is recruiting new members. Read the full article → from Seeking new members for Southborough Trails Committee
Generous community support for the Southborough Food Pantry
The Southborough Food Pantry’s Facebook posts share several contributions and drives worth recognizing since Scouting for Food last fall. Read the full article → from Generous community support for the Southborough Food Pantry
Burnett House news: Progress update and civic action recognition
Last night, the Board of Selectmen and public were updated on the preservation of the Burnett House. It was also an opportunity to thank some of those involved. Read the full article → from Burnett House news: Progress update and civic action recognition