The City of Gardner and the Gardner Community Action Committee (“CAC”) recently entered intoa lease agreement to relocate the CAC to the new Waterford Community Center. The CAC has been a staple of support for families who are facing financial challenges in the Greater Gardner area. This move reflects a new chapter for the CAC, […]
The Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts is pleased to announce $104,761 in community enrichment grants awarded to twenty-one area nonprofits. These grants will support a diverse range of arts and culture, community development, and civic engagement programs aimed at enhancing the vitality of our region. “Community enrichment grants are vital to nurturing the arts […]
The Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts is pleased to announce the awarding of $61,623 in organizational development grants to twelve area nonprofits. These grants are dedicated to empowering nonprofits with the tools and resources they need to enhance their effectiveness, sustainability, and impact within the community. The grants aim to bolster key areas of […]
The Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts is pleased to announce $49,250 in grants to five area nonprofits working to advance racial equity and social justice in our region. Programs were reviewed and recommended by the Community Foundation’s Racial Equity Advisory Committee co-chaired by Leona Whetzel and Sergio Paez. The Racial Equity Fund is focused […]
Why are some people more successful investors than others? Do they know a secret? Definitely not — because there are no real secrets to investing. But there are rules you can follow as you work toward your goals. Join us for our Rules of the Road presentation. You’ll learn: • The most common investing mistakes […]
Showcase your brand in the upcoming Spring/Summer Guide to North Central Massachusetts – the region’s premier lifestyle and tourism publication that captures the essence of our vibrant region. This stunning, full-color magazine reaches an engaged audience of residents, visitors, and business leaders who are actively exploring everything our dynamic region has to offer. Why advertise […]
Massachusetts New Business Laws 2025 Major regulatory changes are reshaping the business landscape in North Central Massachusetts as we begin 2025. Business owners need to navigate updates to employee benefits programs, including modifications to Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML), Unemployment Insurance (UI), and Workers’ Compensation. The new Act Relative to Salary Range Transparency introduces […]
What better way to celebrate the season than with a festive gathering of fellow crypto enthusiasts at Bitcoin Ben’s Crypto Club Massachusetts! Whether you’re here to network, enjoy some delicious food, or just have a great time, the Bitcoin Ben’s Massachusetts Christmas Party is the place to be. Bring your holiday cheer and your best […]
Explaining “Bitcoin” and “Crypto Currency” can be very confusing. The new Leominster office of Bitcoin Ben Crypto Club Massachusetts is trying to help educate folks in the region what these topics are all about. “We are educating people in the right direction of this revolutionary technology,” said business representative Edward Albert. After opening its first […]
U.S. adults recognize the wide-sweeping impact of their local chamber, ACCE/Harris Poll survey finds Results from a nationwide public opinion poll indicate chambers of commerce are vital to the prosperity of their communities. The Harris Poll survey, conducted on behalf of the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE), finds 81% of U.S. adults agree […]