boston nonprofit Archives - Lend A Hand Society

LAH Empowers Local Youth Through Summer Camperships

by Lend A Hand Society Communications Team | Jun 3, 2026 | News

For many low-income families, summer in the city can bring added challenges once school is out. Parents are often left searching for safe, affordable, and meaningful activities to keep their children and teens engaged throughout the day. To help make this opportunity...

The Urgent Need to Preserve Affordable Housing in Greater Boston

by Lend A Hand Society Communications Team | Feb 20, 2026 | News

Across Massachusetts, rising housing costs continue to place enormous strain on low-income families. A new report from the Boston Foundation and the Massachusetts Association of Community Development Corporations highlights a critical, but often overlooked, part of...

A Sweet Act of Generosity

by Lend A Hand Society Communications Team | Oct 28, 2025 | News

This past summer, a sweet act of generosity reminded us of the power of giving. Two young friends decided to put their entrepreneurial spirit to work and set up a neighborhood lemonade stand with the goal of learning about earning money and supporting their...

A Back-to-School Season Overshadowed by Funding Cuts

by Lend A Hand Society Communications Team | Sep 5, 2025 | News

For many families, back-to-school season is a time of promise. New backpacks, sharpened pencils, and fresh lesson plans fill classrooms with energy. But in Massachusetts this year, that optimism is overshadowed by a wave of uncertainty. Over $108 million in federal...

This Summer’s Campership Impact

by Lend A Hand Society Communications Team | Aug 29, 2025 | News

For many families across the Boston area, summer brings as much worry as it does sunshine. When school is out, parents often are left searching for safe, affordable, fun and engaging activities for their children. This is especially challenging for low-income...

Somerville Grant

An elderly woman on a fixed income worked with Mystic Valley Elder Services to get a LAH grant to pay her oil bill and keep heat on in her home.

Brookline Grant

A hard-working couple with three children were in danger of losing their apartment. On top of both parents seeing their work hours cut, their youngest son was born with a serious disability. Working with Greater Boston Legal Services, they received a grant from LAH that helped with medical bills and rent.

Roxbury Grant

A working couple with 2 children struggled to pay their utility bill and lost power in their apartment. Working through the HomeStart, the couple received a LAH grant that restored their electricity so the kids were able to do homework and the family could cook their meals.

Lynn Grant

A young mother of two fell behind in her rent after her work hours were severely cut. A LAH grant through the Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless helped bring her payments up to date on the single room she rents, giving her peace of mind as she looks for a second job.

Jamaica Plain Grant

A mother of 3 children referred by Boston Area Rape Crisis Center received a grant to pay tuition for her nurses-aid training program so she can become certified and begin working.

Boston Grant

A Boston couple was forced to move to a smaller apartment after both lost their jobs due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Working with the St. Francis House, they received a grant from LAH that helped them pay the required security deposit to secure a less expensive place to live.

Dorchester Grant

A family of 4 in Dorchester referred by Dimock Community Health Center, received a grant to pay their rent and avoid eviction. The children could stay in school and their mother was able to continue working.

East Boston Grant

A mother of four saw her income reduced drastically when the pandemic hit. She’s unable to keep up with her rising electricity bill and worries about losing power because of what she owes. HomeStart helped her get a grant from LAH that helped reduce her debt, bringing a bit of relief during these difficult times.