October 2026

Stronger Together:

 Building a Resilient Future

What can we accomplish when we bring our ideas, experience, and communities together? This was the question on the minds of Lesly Melendez, Executive Director of Groundwork Lawrence, Heather McMann of Groundwork USA and Erin Carey of Groundwork Erie for a LinkedIn Live conversation, hosted by Jeremy Hoffman of Groundwork USA, about the power of collaboration. In Building Collective Momentum for a Resilient Future, these leaders shared lessons from two decades of partnership across the Groundwork Network, exploring how we can bridge differences, strengthen relationships, and turn local action into lasting, national impact. Their conversation is a great reminder that when we work together, we can create stronger, more resilient communities. Check out our video on Youtube!

Tree News: 

Final Days of Fall Planting! 

The Treemendous Crew at GWL has been busy in partnership with CCF Lawrence and the Greening the Gateway Cities Program, planting 90+ trees across Haverhill, Lawrence, and Lowell churches. In addition, our crew has planted 47 trees at the Gem Group on Andover Street in Lawrence.  



It’s not too late to request your own free tree! We have planted thousands of trees in Lawrence to help cool our streets and clean our air. Learn more about our Green Streets program and how you can get a FREE tree planted by our experts.

The GWL Farmer’s Market supplies our community with fresh locally and seasonally grown produce all year round and we are getting ready for the changing seasons. The winter market is held at our offices at 50 Island Street, Entrance B and is offered on alternating Saturdays from 10 AM – 4 PM. The Farmers Market accepts multiple forms of payment including SNAP EBT, debit, credit, and cash; GWL (Groundwork Lawrence) market coupons, WIC (Women, Infants, and Children), and senior farmers market coupons are also welcome! 

Come enjoy good company and fresh produce at our upcoming Farmers Markets on November 14 and November 21.    

Did You Know? 

Do you receive SNAP? Then you also receive HIP 

(Healthy Incentives Program). You need at least $0.01 

on your EBT card to trigger your HIP benefits at the market 

so keep a tiny balance and you’ll be ready to shop 

and save wherever you go. 

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