Causes

RAPPP Program/PRIDE Project through South Coast Hospitals will be having their annual yard sale at 1208 Ashley Boulevard, New Bedford on October 1, from 8:00am-2:00pm. There will be plenty of great items, furniture, books, clothing, jewelry, odds and ends and more. The RAPPP Program (Responsible Attitudes toward Pregnancy, Parenting & …

Two New Bedford natives, Anthony Barros and Jordyn Pina comprise “The Foundation” – a group that gives back to the community by helping kids in need. They donate backpacks and school supplies and so far have helped dozens of kids. Initially done solely with their own personal money, they quickly …

The Board of Directors of the Southeastern Massachusetts Veterans Housing Program, Inc. – better known locally as the Veterans Transition House (VTH) – annually selects a veteran from the area who has made an outstanding contribution to veterans, veterans’ issues and the community as a whole. The Board of Directors …

The Preservation of Affordable Housing at Temple Landing Projects in the West End of New Bedford is seeking people who are willing to donate 1-2 workable desktop computers to be used for educational purposes for the camp that is run within the community. POAH is a national nonprofit organization whose …

When I was growing up I don’t recall there being many 5K, running or walking events for local causes. These days there are at least a dozen each year that people can participate in. And participate in them, you do! These events are always jam-packed – a tribute to organizers …

The City of New Bedford Veterans’ Advisory Board and the Fort Rodman – Fort Taber Historical Association will honor the 749 United States sailors and soldiers who lost their lives during the devastating April 28, 1944 attack on the United States military training operation, Exercise Tiger. Exercise Tiger was a …

The American Heart Association’s 2016 Southern New England Heart Walk on May 21 at UMass Dartmouth will build healthier lives and prevent heart disease and stroke. Join the New Bedford Wellness Initiative team to raise funds for the American Heart Association. Heart disease is our #1 killer and can significantly …

The SkillsUSA Community Service Project Team from GNB Voc-Tech helped change the lives of 125 children in the SouthCoast. This team has held numerous donation drives collecting new socks, underwear, toothbrushes, toiletries, and gently used clothing and toys for Gifts to Give since January 2016. The multiple donation drop-off locations …

The YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts is holding its 13th Annual Red Dress Fashion Show on Wednesday, February 24, 2016, at 5:30 p.m. at Century House in Acushnet. The purpose of the event is to raise awareness about heart disease in women. Heart Disease is the #1 killer of American women, but …

The PACE Health Access Program and the Lawler Library located at 745 Rockdale Avenue, have joined forces to assist persons who are looking for health insurance. A PACE Navigator is located at the Library every second Thursday from 5PM until 7PM to assist anyone with their insurance questions and applications. …