Hello human services professionals! You're invited to the COSA Providers Fair, a wonderful chance to connect with colleagues and learn about the amazing work happening throughout Hampshire County. This is a relaxed tabling event where you can network, share information about your programs, and discover valuable resources from other agencies. Let's come together to discuss current services and initiatives and strengthen our community partnerships.

Register for a table today! Tables are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Non-members pay a $30 fee, but for COSA members, it's completely free. Light refreshments will be available.

Don't need a table? Come on down! We'd love to see you. No fees. No registration.

Tuesday, October 21, 2025

10am-11:30am (Setup for tabling begins at 9:30am!)

DMH-Haskell Building, 1 Prince Street, Northampton

Directions and Parking Information

Frequently Asked Questions about the Fair

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Northwestern District Attorney's Safe and Healthy School Summit - Oct 8th

Don't forget to renew with COSA this year. Click here!

Mapping diaper insecurity in the US

With the rising cost of living, many families with young children in the US are struggling to afford basic necessities, like diapers. This often forces caregivers to make trade-offs that can negatively affect both their and their children’s health and well-being. According to the National Diaper Bank Network (NDBN) Diaper Check 2024, about half (46 percent) of families with children ages 3 and younger struggle to afford diapers (PDF). About 60 percent of low income families said they couldn’t purchase enough diapers to keep their children healthy and dry.

See the interactive map and article

The Literacy Project presents The Belle of Amherst

The Literacy Project presents The Belle of Amherst, a one-woman show starring Louise Krieger that brings the wit and words of Emily Dickinson to life. When you purchase a ticket, you’re not just enjoying an unforgettable performance; you’re also supporting The Literacy Project's free adult education programs across Western Massachusetts. Every seat filled helps to keep classes accessible for students in local communities.

Get your tickets today

Hike for Hunger registration is open!

This October marks the 6th annual Hike for Hunger, and the Amherst Survival Center is thrilled to once again invite our community to raise $35,000 for Food & Nutrition Programs. Every year, the generosity shown during this event has been nothing short of inspiring—and this year, with increasing need and cuts to federal food supports, your participation is more vital than ever. Together, we can Give Hunger the Boot!

You can Hike for Hunger this October

Northampton housing forum on Sep 24th

Want to learn more about affordable housing in Northampton? Join Valley Community Development's Director of Real Estate Jessica Allan, Aelan Tierney of Kuhn Riddle Architects, and Jeff Spiritos of Spritios Properties for a lively conversation. Panelists will discuss data, statewide initiatives, and current trends. They will examine what these challenges mean for affordability in Northampton.

Check it out!

413Cares resources page for immigrants

413Cares maintains a page featuring a variety of resources for immigrants in western Mass including links to services related to legal issues, housing, food, healthcare, family support, and education and work. The links include FAQs about ICE encounters, the LUCE Defense Hotline, and many key areas of need.

View the Resources for Immigrants page