Middle and High School Opportunities, Financial Aid

Using exhibitions, hands-on activities, and renowned collections, we inspire people of all ages about the possibilities and opportunities offered by science and technology.

Find It Cambridge is a search tool that helps people find services and activities in Cambridge.

We support youth with special needs in afterschool and summer programs so that they can have a successful experience.

We work to ensure that all young people have the financial information and resources necessary to find an affordable path to and through a post secondary education.

The Recreation Department provides quality, affordable and accessible recreational opportunities for residents of all ages in well-designed and maintained facilities.

We provide afterschool care for children in Cambridge.

We facilitate learning opportunities that teach teamwork, develop self-confidence, increase discipline and promote hard work while enjoying the game of baseball.

Helping children between the ages of 7 and 12 (Littles) in under-resourced families thrive through one-to-one relationships with caring adult mentors (Bigs).

We provide free tutoring, mentoring and enrichment programs for Cambridge students in grades 4-12

We have programs for boys and girls (Cub Scout Pack for K-5 children and Scout Troop and Venture Crew for 6th grade through 20 years). Join us for weekly meetings and outdoor adventures.

We currently host programming for the Tent - a Jewish learning community for teens (8th-12th graders).

Outside of our college programs we offer community programs to prepare youth artists, designers, and educators to shape communities, economies, and cultures for the common good.

Beyond the 4th Wall offers musical theatre programs and training in acting, singing, and dancing for youth ages 4-18.

The Healthy Children Task Force (HCTF) is a community coalition of parents and professionals, formed in 1990, who meet monthly to promote the health of children in Cambridge.

CitySprouts introduces school gardens as a core element of children's public education.

The Highland Street Foundation is committed to addressing the most pressing needs and concerns for children and families in Massachusetts and California. We provide access and opportunities in educati

We entertain and inform people about the uniquely American art of Jazz through exceptional live performances and to provide inspiration and scholarships for young musicians in Cambridge.

The MIT Educational Studies Program (ESP) hosts events for local middle/high school students and the MIT community.

Cambridge STEAM Initiative aims to engage all residents in Cambridge in quality STEAM learning experiences, regardless of economic and social barriers.

We manage and operate the Franklin Park Zoo in Boston and the Stone Zoo in Stoneham, Massachusetts.

Learn about the wonders of our natural world!

Mass Audubon protects 38,000 acres of land throughout Massachusetts, saving birds and other wildlife, and making nature accessible to all.

We are a sewing studio and fabric and yarn shop with Cambridge's only stitch lounge to help you craft your goals.

We are a 6-week summer multi-arts program where students nourish their imaginations and explore their creativity. We offer two 3 week sessions for ages 6-15.

CCTV (cctvcambridge.org) is the community media center serving Cambridge.

Explore the cultures of the ancient Near East (Israelites, Phoenicians, Egyptians, Arameans, Babylonians, Arabs, and many others). Visit the website to see family programs.

Big Sister Boston empowers women, girls, and nonbinary folks through a variety of gender-intentional programs and opportunities.