For a limited time, Cambridge Savings Bank will match donations to the Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless up to a total of $5,000, helping turn $5,000 in community support into $10,000 for families facing housing instability.

Since 2012, the Ludcke Foundation has been a valued partner in advancing the mission of the Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless. Their continued investment has helped strengthen programs supporting families experiencing poverty, housing instability, and homelessness. Most recently, their support has helped advance the development and expansion of the Birth to Big Kid Initiative. Through this longstanding partnership, MCH continues advancing integrated approaches that con

The Birth to Big Kid Initiative Tatiana Estrada was referred to the Birth to Big Kid Initiative during her pregnancy through East Boston Neighborhood Health Center. During her participation in the program, she received safe sleep education, essential infant items including a crib and sleep materials, and ongoing support both before and after her daughter’s birth. Prior to enrolling, Tatiana had never heard of safe sleep practices such as the ABC model for infant sleep safety.

The Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless honors the life and legacy of William “Bill” McCarter,

Building Community, One Bed at a Time May of 2026, the Lynnfield Rotary partnered with the Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless’ A Bed for Every Child program to host its Fifth Annual Build A Bed event at Lynnfield High School, bringing together volunteers, community members, and partners to support children across Massachusetts. Since partnering with A Bed for Every Child in 2022, the event has grown significantly—from building 10 beds during its first year to a total of

Legislative Action Day 2026 Recap On March 5, 2026, the Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless welcomed over 250 community members, advocates, service providers, and legislators to the State House for our annual Legislative Action Day. Together, participants raised their voices to advance solutions to homelessness, housing instability, and poverty. Through shared experiences and advocacy, attendees helped highlight the urgent need for policies and investments that ensure ev

The Work of the Casa Project. Marlene's Story. Marlene, a 63-year-old woman, experienced housing instability after a back injury forced her to reduce her work hours. After losing her housing, she spent months moving between friends’ homes and, at times, sleeping in her car. When she was referred to the Casa Project, she had already sought help from multiple agencies but had not been able to secure stable housing. Through coordinated advocacy, MCH worked alongside Marlene to