College Preparation, Parenting Resources

We have several support groups, meetings, and events happening virtually for parents and their children.

We help individuals fill out their FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) so they can get the most financial aid for which they are eligible.

We provide 24/7 mobile crisis services and help people who need access to timely, high quality mental health and substance use services.

Our teen support text line connects young people up to age 24 with a peer they can talk to when they feel lonely, depressed, overwhelmed, or suicidal.

Supporting youth with special needs in afterschool/summer programming.

We help ensure that all young people have the financial information and resources necessary to find an affordable path to and through college.

The Student Registration Center processes all school registrations for Cambridge Public Schools.

Our free, confidential hotline can connect you to clinical help for mental health and substance use concerns where and when you need it.

We bring together students from Harvard College and surrounding universities with kids from Cambridge's different neighborhoods.

We offer a free dual enrollment program with Bunker Hill Community College. Students take two classes and receive advising support to prepare for their next steps, such as college or career training.

We understand the importance of community and the power of compassion. As a 100% volunteer-run program, we are committed to supporting vulnerable individuals and families in Cambridge, MA.

When people come in we can help them use their digital devices (smartphones, tablets, computers), apply for services online, learn digital literacy and safety/privacy tips, and get access to devices.

TriTogether is a 501(c)3 nonprofit providing free tutoring to children, teens, and young adults in foster care.

We extend access to technology like Chromebook laptops and mobile WiFi hotspots by allowing patrons to check out devices.

We offer STEAM, inquiry-based, and interdisciplinary learning programs that connect youth across cultures through real-world challenges, hands-on exploration, innovation, and mentorship.

We are a comprehensive after-school educational enrichment and work-readiness program that includes paid workshops for low-income preteens and teens in Cambridge public housing.

We provide language and interpretation classes, youth programs, multicultural community events, and other supports for immigrant families.

We offer safe and fun programs for pre-teens, middle schoolers, and teens to connect with peers, build leadership skills, and participate in sports, arts, and activities in an inclusive environment. 

Join us on Zoom, 10am ET, for half an hour, on occasional Saturdays to learn and practice techniques for having difficult conversations.

Cambridge Camping's CCAccess scholarship program makes unforgettable camp accessible to all, offering day and overnight options.

We're offering week-long Model UN day programs for students from all over the world to work together and address global issues.

Cambridge residents with children in grades K-8 apply to DHSP Afterschool Programs through this lottery application. The lottery opens in April for the coming school year.

Qualifying individuals can apply to receive affordable internet access and a new laptop.

We offer a wide inventory of adult professional outfits and children's clothing and resources.

We transforms the lives of children, adults with disabilities and their families through the power of one-to-one mentoring relationships.

We offer lots of free events throughout the year for people of all ages with a love of learning!

The Cambridge Public Library offers free computer classes, book groups, English classes, makerspace workshops, and lots more upcoming opportunities to learn.