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An infographic with daily actions for the SNAP Week of Action, Aug 17-21. Monday: Reach out to local media. Join a webinar with Congressman Jim McGovern to discuss the importance of protecting SNAP. Tuesday: SNAP Training for providers, hosted in partnership with Centralwestjustice to learn how providers can help people with SNAP. Wednesday:Amplify Local advocacy. Join Youth Opportunities RecWorcester Program in sharing resources and use the FRAC Action Network to advocate for legislation that protects SNAP. Thursday: Vigil for SNAP Access. Participate in a day of fasting and prayer, and a community vigil to raise awareness about food insecurity. Friday: Call Governor Healey at 617-725-4005 and ask her to authorize DTA to immediately hire additional caseworkers.
Due to inclement weather, all DTA offices will be closed on Monday, February 23, 2026. Clients can use DTA Connect or call the DTA Assistance Line at (877) 382-2363 to apply for benefits or manage their case.
Join neighborhood connect dash a program that teaches you simple ways to improve your neighborhood. You know your community best. Learn how to help shape decisions about neighborhood features like Parks sidewalks and gathering places. Join online or with friends today. In this program you will: participate in Zoom sessions, explore your neighborhood and decide changes to make, make a plan for neighborhood change and put it into action, complete three surveys in one year. Receive a $20 gift card for each survey. You are eligible to join if you: are 18 years or older, live work or spend time in worcester, speak English or spanish. Neighborhood connect is being conducted in different areas of Worcester. Right now we're enrolling people who live, work, and spend time in the main South / Piedmont Street area and quinsigamond Village / Whipple apartments area route 20 area join us between January to March 2026 find out more scan or email neighborhood connect at umassmed.edu
White text on a turquoise background reads "DTA benefits, including TAFDC, EAEDC, and SNAP will NOT be impacted by the current partial government shutdown." The post bears the official DTA logo, and the url mass.gov/DTA. Beneath the logo are the logos for Center on Food Equity, Worcester Food Policy Council, Food Help Worcester, and Central Mass SNAP Coalition.
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More than 16,000 Worcester families rely on SNAP. We stand with our neighbors and advocacy groups across the country to urge USDA to send November SNAP benefits now. Hungry families can't wait.
Learn the Basics of Advocacy: Empowering Our Communities for Change There are ongoing and proposed changes to critical programs that threaten the well-being and future of our communities—locally and nationwide. Cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, Education, Social Security, Child Care, and other essential services could have devastating impacts. With so much happening, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or helpless. But together, we can make a difference. Join us for a free 2-hour advocacy workshop designed for community advocates, nonprofit leaders, and concerned residents. Learn practical tools to raise your voice and protect the programs our communities rely on. 📅 Thursday, May 1, 2025 🕠 5:30 PM 📍 Boys & Girls Club of Worcester 65 Tainter Street, Worcester, MA In this workshop, you’ll: Understand the importance of advocacy and organizing Learn how to craft a powerful message Discover how to contact your local and state representatives Get tips on writing effective letters to the editor Gain skills to advocate for meaningful change You’ll also hear directly from local state representatives and experienced community advocates who are leading efforts to defend our shared future. Registration is required to ensure sufficient space and materials. 👉 Please register here. For any questions, contact Gina Plata-Nino or Casey Burns at 📧 admin@centerfoodequity.com Let’s come together to learn, connect, and take action.
Fact sheet on SNAP use in Massachusetts. Downloadable as a PDF through the link in post. Link also includes links to fact sheets for all 50 states.
Three candy hearts on a pink background read: SNAP is good for everyone. Text on the image reads: URGENT: Call your member if Congress today at 202-224-3121 and tell them #ProtectSNAP. #SNAPMatters #SNAPWorks #ProtectSNAP Kids Seniors Students Farmers The Economy In 2023, SNAP helped 26.8% of local families put food in their tables. 18 local farms and farmers markets accept SNAP. SNAP generated $2.10 for every $1 spent.
A graphic poster with the Project Bread logo at the top. It reads: Applying for food assistance shouldn't be a full-time job. Call: 1(800) 645-8333