Public Benefits and Community Assistance

A unique 6. 5 square mile community with a strong mix of cultural, demographic and social diversity.

Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is a vibrant, innovative health system dedicated to providing essential services to all members of the community.

We protect and promote the health of everyone in Cambridge through services, information, policies, and regulations.

We provide rehabilitative and medical and clinical services through our Eastern Massachusetts network, which includes Spaulding Hospital for Continuing Medical Care in Cambridge.

Cambridge Public Schools are built on a foundation of academic excellence and committed to promoting an environment of social justice.

Our mission is to eliminate racism and empower women through our programs that promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

CIRC hosts a monthly free legal screening clinic for any MA resident seeking information regarding their immigration status.

We work with unhoused women, trans and nonbinary people who need a type of support that other programs may not be able to provide.

We are Cambridge's anti-poverty agency. We provide a variety of wrap-around services to help people with public benefits, health insurance, financial education, housing, and more.

We investigate complaints and resolve disputes that arise between consumers and businesses.

We empower a diverse community of adult learners through education, skill development, and community participation.

Cambridge Camping Association provides enriching and inclusive summer and school year programming for children living in under-resourced circumstances in our community.

Our free food pantry on Saturday mornings offers fresh produce, bread, and non-perishables.

The mission of the Margaret Fuller House is to strengthen and empower youth, families, and community residents.

PBHA meet the needs of youth and families through community-based afterschool, summer, and enrichment programs in Boston and Cambridge with an emphasis on accessibility for underserved groups.

We are a City department dedicated to ensuring women and girls equal economic, social, political, and educational opportunities throughout the city.

CHRC investigates complaints of discrimination that occur in Cambridge; in housing, employment, education, and public accommodations.

Baby U is a parenting support program that offers 14 weeks of workshops and home visits for families living in Cambridge.

We offer a range of educational and recreational activities in a safe afterschool environment where all are welcome.

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.

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.

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

At St. Paul AME Church, God has empowered and equipped us to develop a variety of ministries.

Faith Lutheran Church welcomes you. Come and see for yourself what God is doing in this place. We worship at 10:00 am every Sunday.