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CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · 45m

LEGAL ACTION: Fight to Save SNAP Benefits!

Article: www.wbur.org/npr/nx-s1-55...

#SNAP #FoodSecurity #Massachusetts #GovernmentShutdown #GBFB #MApolitics #MAPoli

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · 7d

Food Access Resources: projectbread.org/get-help

Find Food Resources in Massachusetts

Here is a list of free food assistance programs and resources in Massachusetts.

projectbread.org

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · 7d

Food Security Alert: SNAP Benefits at Risk in Massachusetts

We need to protect our most vulnerable neighbors.

Food Access Report: www.gbfb.org/wp-content/u...

#SNAP #FoodSecurity #Massachusetts #GovernmentShutdown #GBFB #MApolitics #MAPoli

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CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · 21d

Credit Union resources: www.mddccua.org/2025/10/federal-shutdown-resources/

Bank Resources: www.aba.com/news-research/analysis-guides/government-shutdown-bank-action-2025

#FederalShutdown #Congress #FederalResources #GovermentShutdown #FinancialSupport

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · 22d

What a beautiful day to connect with the community and friends at Newtonville Village Day!

#VITATaxes #FreeTaxService #EITC #ChildTaxCredit #TaxCredit #SupportServices

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · Sep 19

Big news for MA students!

Lasell University is making college more accessible.

Info: www.lasell.edu/discover-las...

#Education #MAEducation #LowIncomeFamilies #LassellUniversity #TuitionCommitment #HigheEducation

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · Sep 9

This event will be held at the Newton North High School Cafeteria, 457 Walnut Street, Newton Centre, 4:00pm – 6:30pm.

#NewtonPoli #MAPoli #politics #election #NewtonNorth

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · Sep 4

Good news for Massachusetts!

The Department of Public Health just announced a standing order that makes it easier for more people to get a COVID vaccine.

Article: www.abc6.com/massachusett...

#PublicHealth #COVID19 #vaccine #MAPoli #Healthcare #medicalscience

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · Sep 3

A new MassDOT report reveals that Massachusetts residents are struggling with an expensive and hard-to-access transportation system.

Article: www.wwlp.com/news/local-n...

#MAPoli #MassDOT #Springfield #Transportation #SupportServices #publictransportation #MBTA

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · Aug 25

• Can my electric or gas company shut off my service?
• Can I get assistance with my home energy bills?
• Am I eligible for a discount rate or other payment option?
• How can I reduce my bills?

Link: www.mass.gov/info-details...

(877) 886-5066
[email protected]

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · Aug 19

Newton Neighbors is teaming up with The Village Bank, Auburndale Community Library, and Fulfilled Goods for a School Supply Drive to help local families in need.

Article: www.newtonbeacon.org/newton-neigh...

#newtonma #community #schooldrive #backtoschool #supportservices

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · Jul 25

This is the largest investment in the program yet, ensuring all MA students can access school meals so they can be healthy, learn & thrive.

#FeedKids #MakeHungerHistoryMA @massgovernor.bsky.social

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · Jul 22

Presenter: Attorney Susan Church, Office for Refugees and Immigrants

Host: newton-indivisible.org

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · Jun 24

Newton Residents: Dive into summer with the Aquatics Scholarship!

Application: www.newtonma.gov/home/showpub...

#NewtonMA #AquaticsScholarship #SummerFun #GathPool #CrystalLake #heatwave #cool #cooloff #summer #heat #hot

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · Jun 20

Last Saturday, June 14th, Newton showed up for democracy!

More images: photos.figcitynews.com/2025/Signs-o...

#NoKings #NewtonMA #Protest #DemocracyInAction #FigCityNews

Image by: Jack Prior/Fig City News, Inc.

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CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · Jun 20

Thank You to Our Juneteenth Hosts!

A wonderful day celebrating Juneteenth in Newton! A huge thank you to Families Organizing for Racial Justice (FORJ) and the Newton Juneteenth Steering Committee.
#NewtonJuneteenth #Juneteenth2025 #FORJ #CommunityCelebration #BlackHistory #Emancipation

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · Jun 9

Big news for housing development in Massachusetts!

Article: www.wbur.org/news/2025/06...

#HousingForAll #MApolitics #MApoli #HousingDevelopment #HousingCrisis

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · Jun 6

Welcome to the Summer of Yum!

Summer Eats livens up every kid’s summer by filling their bellies and filling their days with activities that get them out, up, and moving.

#summermonths #food #kids #summereats #foodinsecurity #supportservices #freelunch #freefood

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · May 17

The IRS Interactive Tax Assistant can help you determine whether the educational assistance you received is taxable.

www.irs.gov/help/ita/do-...

Ready to get started?
• Call us at 617-906-7293
• Email us at [email protected]

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · May 6

“Starting Monday, the Education Department will resume reporting defaulted student loans to collections agencies, potentially affecting as many as 5 million borrowers.”

WCVB Article: tinyurl.com/2dh98j6j

#studentloan #studentloandebt #education #collegedebt #collections #deptofeducation

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · May 6

MAY 10TH BETWEEN 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM AT ONE OF THESE LOCATIONS:

AMERICAN LEGION NONANTUM POST 440 (295 CALIFORNIA ST, NONANTUM)

FAMILYACCESS OF NEWTON (492 WALTHAM ST, WEST NEWTON)

#newtonneighbors #supportservices #diapers #freediapers #newtonma #NewMom #mothers

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · May 1

Filed your tax return? Consider making a stop by the #IRS Tax Withholding Estimator to avoid any surprise tax bills next year.

www.irs.gov/w4app

Ready to get started?
• Call us at 617-906-7293
• Email us at [email protected]
#VITA #FreeTaxPrep #TaxHelp #NewtonCANDO

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · Apr 14

Did you know millions of low- and moderate-income Americans get FREE tax prep each year through the VITA program?

Ready to get started?
• Call us at 617-906-7293
• Email us at [email protected]

#VITA #FreeTaxPrep #TaxHelp #NewtonCAN-DO

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CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · Mar 28

Did you know millions of low- and moderate-income Americans get FREE tax prep each year through the VITA program?

Check out Charlene’s story on why VITA works: youtu.be/1GIZNqlgLXg?...

#VITA #FreeTaxPrep #TaxHelp #NewtonCAN-DO

CAN-DO Newton @candonewton.bsky.social · Mar 24

Ready to get started?
• Call us at 617-906-7293
• Email us at [email protected]

Check out Charlene’s story on why VITA works: youtu.be/1GIZNqlgLXg?...
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