Causes

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. …

This is a great event for family, friends, and coworkers to get together for a fun afternoon of bowling to benefit children in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. DATE Sunday, March 6, 2016 TIME 1:00 – 3:00 PM LOCATION Wonder Bowl 66 Hathaway Rd. New Bedford, MA How can …

The New Bedford High School Band Boosters Association is launching a campaign to raise $50,000 to purchase new uniforms for the Whaler Marching Band. The 2015-2016 school year marks the 16th season the students have performed in regional competitions, community parades, and school events wearing the same uniforms purchased in …

After finding an announcement for the annual ‘Socks for Vets’ drive for the Veterans’ Transition House of New Bedford, staff and students at the Thomas R. Rodman School were inspired to act. Mr. Mark Ledoux, Grade 5 teacher at Rodman, initiated a schoolwide sock drive at Rodman – and students, …

The Women’s Center (TWC) is seeking “Holiday Helpers” to help brighten the holidays for women and children who are victims of violence, abuse and trauma. There are several ways adults and youth can make a difference this season for survivors of domestic violence. VOLUNTEER TO WRAP GIFTS. Adults and youth …