Rooted in the spirit of empowerment, MLK Jr. Family Services supports individuals and families in Springfield through education, wellness, leadership, and nourishment. From after-school programs to food pantry services and health advocacy, they foster self-sufficiency and justice while nurturing the full potential of every community member.

https://www.mlkjrfamilyservices.org/

This month, Local Love extends beyond our immediate community. Regardless of belief or background, there is never justification for genocide or the harming of innocent people. Our shared humanity calls us to care for one another, especially in times of great suffering. Every life is precious, and that care and healing should never be denied to anyone. Local Love proceeds will support three organizations providing critical aid in Palestine:

• Gaza Sunbirds Community Aid Program: relief workers delivering food, supplies, and aid directly to families in need.
  
• Palestine Children’s Relief Fund: offering medical care and humanitarian relief for children and families.
  
• Al-Mawasi Health Clinic: providing life-saving medical treatment and care amidst ongoing crisis.

Empowering individuals and families with low incomes, Community Action Pioneer Valley works to build a community where everyone has access to the resources needed to thrive—like safe housing, nourishing food, quality education, and living-wage jobs. Guided by the voices of those they serve, they champion equity, dignity, and lasting opportunity for all.

https://www.communityaction.us/

Dedicated to assisting, supporting, and empowering those whose lives are affected by battering and abuse, Alianza was founded in 1980 as a grassroots collective. The organization has sheltered more than 2,000 women and children and assisted 30,000 others through community-based support programs.

https://www.alianzadv.org/