WCAC knows that moving out of poverty is anything but simple. In this month’s e-newsletter, we are spotlighting various financial empowerment programs and initiatives including the development of our new Resiliency Center and other strategies that reaffirm our commitment to support area households in taking steps towards true economic mobility. Read more here.
Worcester Community Action Council, Inc. will host a Talent Showcase & Job Fair at Polar Park on Wednesday, September 22nd from 10 a.m. – 12 noon. The event is free and open to all ages. Read more here.
WCAC heads back to school with a spotlight on our early education and care programs! Read more here.
Summer in the City! Getting local youth back to work and helping families bridge to economic mobility. Read more here.
WCAC Executive Director Marybeth Campbell has joined Worcester Mayor Joseph Petty in calling on area residents to apply for millions in new federal funding available to Massachusetts residents through several new and expanded government programs. Read more here.
Summer has arrived and Team WCAC is gearing up for a busy one! YouthWorks, fall recruitment and more… Read more here.
WCAC has partnered with the United Way of South Central Massachusetts and Harrington Hospital to host a mobile vaccination clinic in the parking lot at the agency’s Head Start Center located at 25 Cole Avenue, Southbridge, from 3-5 p.m. on Monday, June 7, 2021. The Johnson & Johnson one dose vaccine will be distributed to anyone 18 years of age or older. Read more here.
WCAC Celebrates Community Action! Join us in celebrating the promise of community action, our incredible VITA volunteers and a chance to check out Polar Park! Read more here.
Although the worst of cold weather appears to be behind us, Worcester Community Action Council, Inc. (WCAC) knows many households are still struggling financially due lost or reduced wages as the result of COVID. Many households are also experiencing increased utility usage because they are working from home or have children doing remote learning. WCAC has announced that the deadline to submit applications for utility/home heating assistance has been extended until May 28, 2021. WCAC will host two outdoor sites for interested applicants. Read more here.
