The Office of Economic Empowerment is developing a new program starting this Fall that will focus on providing women with financial education resources. Complete this survey by June 30 about unmet needs so OEE can better serve your clients.
The IRS has released a new online tool to help families register for Monthly Child Tax Credit Payments. The new Non-filer Sign-up Tool. Eligible families will begin receiving advance payments in July of up to $300 per month for each child under 6.
The Town of Amherst's 2021 CDBG proposals are now available. Proposals are due by July 27th at noon. More information can be found on the CDBG Advisory Committee webpage HERE.
Important update from Western Mass Network to End Homeless: DHCD is hosting two stakeholder Listening Sessions to gather your thoughts and ideas on the implementation of a new EHV program.
Cooley Dickinson Health Care presents Speaking Grief, June 24, a film viewing followed by a panel discussion with Dr. Jonathon Schwab, Pediatrician, Northampton Area Pediatrics, Shelly Bathe Lenn, Bereavement Coordinator, Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice, and a grieving family. This event is free and open to all. Information HERE.
On June 28, join the Women’s Funding Network, Ipas, and I Be Black Girl for a conversation on the integral role of reproductive justice in the gender equity movement.Learn more and register online HERE.
WCVB-5: Amherst Town Council weighs reparation fund plan for Black residents