COVID-19 Update: Contact programs to confirm information.City of Cambridge COVID-19 Updates
Cambridge Housing Stabilization Program: City of Cambridge
City of Cambridge, DHSP Multi-Service Center (MSC), and Community Development Department
We help eligible people whose rent, condominium fees, or cooperative carrying charges exceed 35% of their income. We provide a subsidy for the amount housing costs exceeding 35% of their income.
Utility Bill Assistance: DHSP Fuel Assistance
DHSP Fuel Assistance
We assists low-income households from the City of Cambridge and Somerville with winter heating costs incurred. Due to COVID-19, we have extended our support until the end of May!
Cambridge Residential Energy-Savings Program - for renters, landlords and homeowners!
All in Energy and Community Development Department
We've partnered with the City of Cambridge to connect you to state and utility incentive programs, starting with a no-cost home energy assessment!
Directory of Resources for People Homeless in Cambridge
Cambridge CAN
This online guide contains information on many different types of resources that may be useful to individuals and families who are homeless.
Homeowner's Guide: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Find It Cambridge
We provide facts, tips, and sound advice to homeowners that are struggling to make mortgage payments during COVID-19.
Legal Resources: Lawyers for Civil Rights
Find It Cambridge
We currently provided a list of resources and information for people of color and immigrants to common situations resulting from COVID-19.
Low-Cost Internet & Phone Services
Find It Cambridge
This list contains several programs that provide low-cost or free internet and phone services to low-income households and individuals, including the Lifeline Program and Comcast Internet Essentials.
Cambridge Housing Resources
City of Cambridge
The City of Cambridge can help address concerns and questions about housing resources, tenants, homeowners, landlords and property management companies, and court-related information.
SNAP Match Program
Community Development Department, Cambridge Public Health Department, Food For Free, Mass Farmers Markets, and Cambridge Community Foundation
Riverside The Port AgassizIf you are eligible for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, the SNAP Match program will double the value of your SNAP purchases at three Cambridge farmers markets.
Outdoor Drop-In Program
Cambridge Women's Center
RiversideOur drop-in is open to four people at a time in the backyard. Check website for updated hours. Use a laptop, charge devices, get help from a volunteer, pick up food & supplies at the door, T-passes.
SSI Guide: Exceptional Lives
Exceptional Lives, Inc.
This free, easy-to-read online Guide will help you to apply for SSI (Supplemental Security Income).
Takeout Technology Service at CPL
Cambridge Public Library
Mid Cambridge North Cambridge Wellington Harrington CambridgeportWe extend access to technology like Chromebook laptops and mobile WiFi hotspots by allowing patrons to check out devices during the COVID-19 public health crisis.
DHSP Multi-Service Center (MSC)
Riverside
We help address the needs of individuals and families in our community who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of homeless.
Cambridge Community Foundation
The Port
Established in 1916 with the charter to serve the city of Cambridge, the Cambridge Community Foundation is a 501(c)3 public charity.
Cambridge CAN
Riverside
The Cambridge Coordinated Access Network is Cambridge's "front door" to permanent housing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
Cambridge Women's Center
We're open to anyone for whom woman is a meaningful identifier or lived experience. We offer a safe space for learning, emotional support, empathy, and empowerment through self-determination.
Community Development Department
Mid Cambridge
City of Cambridge
Mid Cambridge
With over 110,000 people located within a 6.
Mass Farmers Markets
Outside Cambridge
We partner with farmers, consumers, and communities to improve the health of individuals, strengthen community vitality, and enhance local farm viability through farmers markets.
Community Charter School of Cambridge
East Cambridge
Community Charter School of Cambridge (CCSC) is a small, diverse school serving students in grades 6-12 with a proven record of closing achievement and opportunity gaps for all students.
Cambridge Public Library
Mid Cambridge
A unified system with a strong main library and six active branch libraries each tailored to the unique needs of its neighborhood.
DHSP Fuel Assistance
Agassiz, Area 2, Cambridge Highlands, and Cambridgeport
Serving both the cities of Cambridge and Somerville, the Fuel Assistance Program assists low-income households with winter heating costs incurred between November 1 and April 30.
Find It Cambridge
Mid Cambridge and The Port
Find It Cambridge is a search tool that helps people find services and activities in Cambridge.
Cambridge Public Health Department
The Port
We protect and promote the health of everyone in Cambridge through services, information, policies, and regulations.
Department of Human Service Programs (DHSP)
Mid Cambridge
DHSP strives to meet the needs of residents through our extensive services from newborns to senior citizens, from school aged children to homeless families, from non-profits to local employers.