Springfield Partners for Community Action

We’re hosting another first time homebuyers workshop session! Taught by our HUD Certified Housing Expert Gabriel Ortiz, learn all there is to mortgages and down payment assistance, credit and financial barriers, real estate agents, and more! This event will be held over two days at the UMass Center in Springfield (1500 Main Street) from 10:00AM - 3:30PM. You must attend both sessions to receive credit. Register using this link: https://lnkd.in/eiCtsuiD Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! #SPCA #Springfield #CommunityAction #Homebuyers #Workshop

VOTE NOW! Monson Savings Bank is running their annual community giving initiative that aims to let community members decide which non-profit charitable organizations they would like the bank to support. By voting for Springfield Partners for Community Action, we may be able to land a donation that we can put straight into the pockets of the Springfield community! Visit their link to learn more about the initiative and cast your vote >> www.monsonsavings.bank/CGI #spca #communityaction #springfield #cgi

Our Executive Director, Paul F. Bailey, was featured in the October edition of the African American Point of View magazine! (AfAm Point of View) Mr. Bailey dives into the structural inequities that trap people in a cycle of hardship. He highlights the enduring myths about poverty, such as the belief that poor people should "pull themselves up by their bootstraps," and calls for policy changes and societal shifts to address discrimination and inequality. Check out the op-ed on page 11 of the magazine >> https://lnkd.in/ehWca-3K #spca #pointofview #communityaction

We’re excited to invite you to our FREE Breakfast & Networking Event on October 3rd with Liberty Bank! Join fellow members of the community for a morning of valuable connections, insightful conversations, and new opportunities. There will be a complimentary breakfast as well! #Springfield #CommunityAction #SPCA #Networking #Breakfast #Event #Business

Save the date! On September 5th, join us for a FREE resource festival for all veterans, active duty personnel, and their families. Featured will be numerous veterans services providers, community services, and vendors looking to help you out in any way they can! For more information, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gfHtukDQ #SPCA #Springfield #CommunityAction #veterans #veteransservices #starsandstripes

The SNAP program offers monthly funds via a debit-like EBT card for purchasing food, along with free child care, nutrition education classes, and other benefits! You can use credits at local farmer’s markets. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/emJ_F8dd. #SPCA #Springfield #CommunityAction #DTA #SNAP #Assistance #CommunityActionMonth #farmersmarket

Are you a veteran or know of a veteran who could benefit from FREE employment, tax, and/or housing services? If so, you’re in the right place!   Springfield Partners for Community Action is ready to assist veterans looking for any of these securities! Visit Springfield Partners Inc. Veteran Services if you’re interested in being connected to the benefits and resources that you as veterans have earned! #SPCA #Springfield #CommunityAction #veterans #veteransservices

It’s almost time! On October 10th, we will be celebrating our 60th anniversary at Cedars Banquet Facility in Springfield! Grab your seats here: https://lnkd.in/gaZytG9j We can’t wait to see you there! #SPCA #Springfield #CommunityAction #anniversary #60years

Find or protect your “home sweet home” through Springfield Partners! Get advised on issues related to foreclosure prevention, predatory lending, pre- and post-purchase of a home, homebuyers’ education, local resources and more.   Our certified housing counselors will assess your circumstances and help you identify your housing options. Certified by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development  and a member of the Citizens’ Housing and Planning Association , our housing counseling program is available to all Western Mass. residents. We will help you navigate the process of purchasing your first home by providing one-on-one counseling and FREE in-person homebuyer education classes. Visit Springfield Partners Inc. Housing Services or call (413) 263-6500 for more information. #SPCA #Springfield #CommunityAction #HousingCounseling #Housing #Free #Resources

TODAY!   Springfield Partners will be making their third appearance at the Forest Park Farmers Market in order to assist those looking to sign up for the SNAP program.   The SNAP program offers monthly funds via a debit-like EBT card for purchasing food, along with free child care, nutrition education classes, and  other benefits. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/emJ_F8dd.   If you’re planning on attending, make sure to stop by our booth and say hi!   #SPCA #Springfield #CommunityAction #DTA #SNAP #Assistance #CommunityActionMonth #farmersmarket