MA Coalition for the Homeless

Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless (MCH) works to address the broad economic and social issues that lead to homelessness.

Created by an association of grassroots organizations in 1981, MCH is the country's oldest statewide homeless advocacy organization. MCH's policy and organizational work involves the annual participation of over 700 volunteers, over 800 faith communities, 1300 service providers and regional advocacy groups, and hundreds of families and individuals who have experienced homelessness.

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Legislative Action Day State House Logo Please Join Us for Legislative Action Day 2010 on February 25th at the State House, Boston, MA from 9am - 3pm

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Present wrapped in money Are you working? You may be eligible for cash back when you file your 2009 taxes.

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is for people who work and meet certain income guidelines. You may get money back when you file your taxes and keep more of what you earned. It can make a big difference!

Click here to learn more details and how to file for your tax credits at a free tax assistance site near you.

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The Coalition extends a big THANK YOU to HomeGoods for their generous support and assistance with our annual blanket and linen drive.

Bring in your gently used blankets and linens to your local HomeGoods store between January 10th and January 24th. Your donated goods will be distributed to homeless families and individuals throughout Massachusetts.

For more information go click on here

If your agency would like linens or winter coats to distribute to households using your services, please contact Albenny (ext 13) or Guisella (ext 11) at the 781-595-7570.

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Special Events

HomeGoods Linen Drive

Public Policy Updates:

Governor's FY'11 Budget Recommentations

Join Us for Legislative Action Day 2010 on February 25th at the State House.

(Updated 1/27/10)

Interagency Council on Homelessness and Housing

(updated 1/20/09 )