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Citizens for Affordable Housing in Newton Development Organization - developer of affordable housing. #supportservices #AffordableHousing #MApoli #Newton https://newtoncan-do.org/volunteer-income-tax-assistance-vita
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Ready to get started?

Schedule an appointment: calendly.com/vita-newtonc...

Call us at 617-906-7293

Email us at vita@newtoncan-do.org

#VITA #FreeTaxPrep #TaxHelp #NewtonCANDO #Newton #supportservices #taxprep
February 6, 2026 at 8:31 PM
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Two Powerful Events!

*Jazz Concert with George W. Russell Jr. & Friends
February 7 @ 7:30 at the Allen Center

*Film Screening: Sinners Followed by a Live Panel Discussion
February 8 at 1:00 pm at the West Newton Cinema

More Info Here: sparknewton.org/happenings/c...
February 1, 2026 at 8:30 PM
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Through our Getting There program, we provide free, round-trip Uber rides for women and their children.

Reach out today to start your application: tinyurl.com/4twdjt84

#NewtonMA #GettingThere #WomenSupportingWomen #CommunitySupport #TransportationEquity
February 1, 2026 at 8:10 PM
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Spread the word! Share this post and help others save money at tax time.

Check out Charlene’s story on why VITA works: youtu.be/1GIZNqlgLXg?...

Ready to get started?
Call us at 617-906-7293
Email us at vita@newtoncan-do.org
#VITA #FreeTaxPrep #TaxHelp #NewtonCAN-DO
January 30, 2026 at 7:56 PM
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Protect Your Team. Protect Your Business.

Knowledge is your best defense. Download the guide below.

Link: www.nilc.org/wp-content/u...

#RightsAtWork #EmployerGuide #CommunitySupport #StayInformed #ImmigrationUpdate #Employers #ICE #Workforce
January 30, 2026 at 7:23 PM
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Through our Getting There program, we provide free, subsidized round-trip Uber rides for women and their childre

Reach out today to start your application: tinyurl.com/4twdjt84

#NewtonMA #GettingThere #WomenSupportingWomen #CommunitySupport #TransportationEquity #Transportation #Uber #freeride
January 22, 2026 at 10:05 PM
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Don’t let a lack of transportation stand in your way.

Newton Neighbors: Reach out today to start your application: tinyurl.com/4twdjt84

#NewtonMA #GettingThere #WomenSupportingWomen #CommunitySupport #TransportationEquity #Transportation #Uber #freeride
January 12, 2026 at 6:18 PM
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This holiday season, Newton CAN-DO is providing the tools our neighbors need to stay secure and thrive: VITA Tax Prep, Transportation Support, Benefit Navigation
#NewtonCANDO #NewtonMA #AffordableHousing #SupportServices #CommunityImpact
December 25, 2025 at 2:16 AM
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December 4, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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A major win for Newton residents:

• More units than any previous design.
• A significant number of dedicated affordable housing units.

Article:
www.newtonbeacon.org/city-council...

#Development #HousingSolution #BetterCommunity #housingcrisis #NewtonPoli #housing
December 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM
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SNAP/Food Stamp Update: November benefits are out, but many recipients could soon lose food assistance.

Article: www.cnn.com/2025/11/30/p...

#SNAP #foodassistance #WorkRequirements #FoodStamps #FoodInsecurity
December 2, 2025 at 10:24 PM
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Happy Thanksgiving!

If you or someone you know needs help navigating benefits and essential services or is looking ahead to the next tax season, remember we are your free local resource.

#Thanksgiving #CAN-DO #NewtonMA #CommunityHub #FinancialEmpowerment #VITAtax #FreeTaxPreperation
November 26, 2025 at 7:09 PM
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LEGAL ACTION: Fight to Save SNAP Benefits!

Article: www.wbur.org/npr/nx-s1-55...

#SNAP #FoodSecurity #Massachusetts #GovernmentShutdown #GBFB #MApolitics #MAPoli
October 29, 2025 at 10:42 PM
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Food Security Alert: SNAP Benefits at Risk in Massachusetts

We need to protect our most vulnerable neighbors.

Food Access Report: www.gbfb.org/wp-content/u...

#SNAP #FoodSecurity #Massachusetts #GovernmentShutdown #GBFB #MApolitics #MAPoli
October 22, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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Credit Union resources: www.mddccua.org/2025/10/federal-shutdown-resources/

Bank Resources: www.aba.com/news-research/analysis-guides/government-shutdown-bank-action-2025

#FederalShutdown #Congress #FederalResources #GovermentShutdown #FinancialSupport
October 8, 2025 at 9:26 PM
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What a beautiful day to connect with the community and friends at Newtonville Village Day!

#VITATaxes #FreeTaxService #EITC #ChildTaxCredit #TaxCredit #SupportServices
October 7, 2025 at 9:31 PM
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Big news for MA students!

Lasell University is making college more accessible.

Info: www.lasell.edu/discover-las...

#Education #MAEducation #LowIncomeFamilies #LassellUniversity #TuitionCommitment #HigheEducation
September 19, 2025 at 7:40 PM
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This event will be held at the Newton North High School Cafeteria, 457 Walnut Street, Newton Centre, 4:00pm – 6:30pm.

#NewtonPoli #MAPoli #politics #election #NewtonNorth
September 9, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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Good news for Massachusetts!

The Department of Public Health just announced a standing order that makes it easier for more people to get a COVID vaccine.

Article: www.abc6.com/massachusett...

#PublicHealth #COVID19 #vaccine #MAPoli #Healthcare #medicalscience
September 4, 2025 at 3:17 PM
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A new MassDOT report reveals that Massachusetts residents are struggling with an expensive and hard-to-access transportation system.

Article: www.wwlp.com/news/local-n...

#MAPoli #MassDOT #Springfield #Transportation #SupportServices #publictransportation #MBTA
September 3, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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• Can my electric or gas company shut off my service?
• Can I get assistance with my home energy bills?
• Am I eligible for a discount rate or other payment option?
• How can I reduce my bills?

Link: www.mass.gov/info-details...

(877) 886-5066
DPUConsumer.Complaints@mass.gov
August 25, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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Newton Neighbors is teaming up with The Village Bank, Auburndale Community Library, and Fulfilled Goods for a School Supply Drive to help local families in need.

Article: www.newtonbeacon.org/newton-neigh...

#newtonma #community #schooldrive #backtoschool #supportservices
August 19, 2025 at 8:21 PM
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This is the largest investment in the program yet, ensuring all MA students can access school meals so they can be healthy, learn & thrive.

#FeedKids #MakeHungerHistoryMA @massgovernor.bsky.social
July 25, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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Presenter: Attorney Susan Church, Office for Refugees and Immigrants

Host: newton-indivisible.org
July 22, 2025 at 9:48 PM
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Newton Residents: Dive into summer with the Aquatics Scholarship!

Application: www.newtonma.gov/home/showpub...

#NewtonMA #AquaticsScholarship #SummerFun #GathPool #CrystalLake #heatwave #cool #cooloff #summer #heat #hot
June 24, 2025 at 4:52 PM