We are thrilled to share that there is now a Lend A Hand Society Wikipedia page! This marks a significant step in preserving and archiving LAH’s rich history and making it more accessible to all.
The Wikipedia page offers a window into LAH’s past and present, featuring detailed information about our programs and links to historical documents that illuminate LAH’s founding, work and contributions through the decades. From our founding by Edward Everett Hale in 1892 to our continued efforts in providing emergency assistance today, this Wikipedia page details the important role that LAH played in Boston’s history of establishing a social service network with a long-standing commitment to supporting those in need.
The process of creating this Wikipedia page was a collaborative effort, developed through careful research, thoughtful writing, and the support of several archival institutions/libraries which helped identify and digitize historic written materials and photos. These materials, which can be found through links on the Wikipedia page, include articles, books, letters, newsletters, leaflets and organizational documents. These documents help to illustrate the efforts that have shaped our work over more than a century. It has been exciting to discover this treasure trove of LAH related materials and agency documents.
We hope that this expanded online presence will help more people learn about the important work we do and the communities we serve. As the LAH Wikipedia page evolves, it will continue to be a valuable resource to showcase the ongoing impact of Lend A Hand Society.
We are grateful to everyone who contributed to this project and to our broader community of supporters. Your dedication makes achievements like this possible.
We encourage you to visit the LAH Wikipedia page and explore the remarkable story of Lend A Hand Society, driven by compassion and the belief that a helping hand can make a difference in peoples’ lives.