Public Benefits and Community Assistance

We work with 175+ diverse agencies in Cambridge and beyond. These agencies rely on community volunteers to help deliver services, support operations, or lead on their boards of directors.

We offer employment training and education programs for TAFDC clients including Young Parents Program, DTA Works Internship, Office of Refugee and Immigrants Program, and more!

We provide employment training and job search services to veterans and their families.

You can learn how to apply for temporary income through Massachusetts Unemployment Insurance programs by clicking the links on this page.

We provide one-to-one mentoring to youth and adults with disabilities to reach their full potential.

The Just-A-Start Financial Opportunity Program offers free financial coaching from an accredited financial counselor to help people define and reach their financial goals.

Our drop-in is open to eight people at a time. Check website for updated hours. Use a computer, cook in the kitchen, get help from a volunteer, pick up food & supplies, T-passes, clothing closet.

This is a free program to help people prepare for a career in early childhood education.

This is a transitional jobs program for younger adults who have had difficulty finding a job.

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.

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.

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

Are you looking for a great way to give back to the community? Consider partnering with immigrant high school students in the Cambridge/Somerville community through Enroot!

We provide career support resources, such as personalized career guidance, informative workshops, specialized training programs, job referrals, resume assistance, and a wide array of job listings.

The Cambridge Employment Program provides career counseling and job search support to residents with all levels of experience.

MPF is recruiting Fellows to lead youth programs for youth in grades 6-12 at one of our partner schools, city agencies, and non-profits across Massachusetts! Apply today!

JAS Biomedical Careers Program provides nine months of intensive training to prepare adults for entry-level careers in the life sciences.

JAS IT Careers Program provides nine months of free intensive training to prepare adults for entry-level IT jobs.

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

This is a paid career exploration and internship program for young adults (ages 18-24) living in Cambridge who've graduated high school (or Hi-Set) but still don't know their next steps in life.

Deliver groceries to folks in Somerville and Cambridge on the first Tuesday morning of each month!

Become a Connect Advocate volunteer for Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services!

Assist older adults with transportation to and from clinics so that they can keep much-needed medical appointments for screenings and treatments. This role is in high demand!

Help an older adult in Cambridge or Somerville budget and manage their finances. This program helps ensure that essential bills like rent and utilities are paid!

The Literacy Project offers free classes in English conversation, job hunting and resume writing.

This is our traditional program where adult mentors are paired with children ages 7-12. Bigs agree to meet Littles for 3 hours, a couple of times a month.