Who We Help
Thriving Neighbors • Responsive Community
Our Member Agencies
Contributions to the Williamstown Community Chest are distributed to local agencies working to help people in our community meet a variety of challenges. Your gift addresses the needs of many who are struggling with issues of poverty, addiction, and abuse right here in Berkshire County.
Berkshire County Kids’ Place
Services for children and non-offending family members recovering from the trauma of abuse.
Berkshire Family and Individual Resources (BFAIR)
Services for people of all ages with developmental disabilities, autism, acquired brain injury.
Berkshire Family YMCA
Programs and services that build healthy spirits, minds, and bodies.
Berkshire Food Project
Seeks to alleviate hunger, food insecurity and social isolation by connecting people
to other resources, all in a dignified and respectful manner.
to other resources, all in a dignified and respectful manner.
Berkshire Immigrant Center
Advocates for the rights of all immigrants.
Berkshire Nursing Families (BNF)
Professional lactation expertise, education and supports.
Brien Center
Community-based mental health and addiction treatment services.
Child Care of the Berkshires
Early childhood and school-age child care and family support services.
Community Legal Aid
Free civil legal aid to low-income and elderly persons.
Ecu-Health Care
Assistance applying for and enrolling in affordable health coverage.
18 Degrees
Counseling, education and support services for families.
Elder Services of Berkshire County
Assists elders to live with dignity, independence, self-determination.
Elizabeth Freeman Center
Hope, help and healing for survivors of domestic, dating, and sexual violence; 24/7 hotline.
Louison House
Comprehensive homelessness services, including transitional and permanent supportive housing.
Northern Berkshire Community Coalition
Youth development, family support and education.
ROOTS Teen Center
A safe space where people ages 13-22 are heard, encouraged and empowered.
UCP of Western Massachusetts
Support for people with disabilities to advance independence.
Williamstown Community Preschool
Child-centered care and education.
Williamstown Youth Center
Activities and programs that nurture the recreational well-being of young people.
our annual campaign and fundraisers
every dollar raised helps support services provided locally by our member agencies
Fundraising Milestones
100% of the funds raised by the Williamstown Community Chest go directly to our 19 member agencies. As in years past, any first time donor’s support will be matched through a special gift.
$ 1
Million
RAISED SINCE 1927
$ 1
K
2024-25 GOAL
$ 1
K
THANK YOU!
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