The mission of the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is to protect animals, relieve their suffering, advance their health and welfare, prevent cruelty, and work for a just and compassionate society. The MSPCA-Angell believes that all animals possess intrinsic value, independent of their relationships to or use by human beings. Furthermore, the MSPCA-Angell recognizes that the lives of all creatures–human and non-human–are inextricably intertwined; that our actions impact them and our fate is linked to theirs as interdependent inhabitants of the same planet. It is for these reasons that the MSPCA-Angell is dedicated to the protection of animals and the advancement of their welfare, and believes that these objectives represent legitimate and important areas for society’s ethical and legal concern. The MSPCA-Angell further recognizes that the fate of animals within our society is dependent upon the willingness of human beings to acknowledge the significance of their fellow creatures and to accept responsibility for their well-being. Consequently, the MSPCA-Angell also commits itself to the conduct of programs and activities designed to create an enlightened and compassionate citizenry that is actively concerned about protection of animals and the environment we all share.

Meeting Street is where children of all abilities - birth to age 22 - receive individualized services from highly trained and dedicated educators, therapists, and allied professionals who work as a team to bring out the best in each and every child. We are a place of hope and possibilities for families, partnering to help parents and children achieve goals once thought impossible. Although we're known for helping children with profound special needs, we are a resource for all families interested in building strong foundations - nutritionally, educationally and emotionally - for their child. At Meeting Street we believe in the power of inclusion and foster it in all we do. Our goal is to create an environment, and ultimately a world, where individuals of all abilities learn, play, work, and live together. Meeting Street is driven by its values of respect, compassion, integrity, inclusivity and excellence.

Oxfam offers lifesaving support in times of crisis and advocates for economic justice, gender equality, and climate action. We work with more than 4,000 local organizations and allies in over 90 countries. With nearly 80 years of experience, we have learned what it takes to fight inequality and to mobilize people and resources worldwide to make change happen.

Tempus Unlimited exists to provide a continuum of community based services that support the efforts of children and adults with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the least restrictive environment. Through personal involvement, individual decision-making is supported and encouraged to enhance the control of a person over their own lives and foster self-sufficiency. The agency through its programs and services encourages the inclusion of people with disabilities into the mainstream of society including social, recreational, family and work activities.

Children's Friend, a non-profit organization founded in 1834, is Rhode Island's oldest child welfare organization and a leading provider of child welfare, family support, mental health, and child development services. With centers in Providence, Pawtucket and Central Falls, Children’s Friend serves more than 30,000 of Rhode Island's most vulnerable children and their families each year.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston is a 501(c)3 whose mission is to help young people, especially those who need us most, build strong character and realize their full potential as responsible citizens and leaders. We do this by providing: - a safe haven filled with hope and opportunity - ongoing relationships with caring adults - life-enhancing programs We serve 14,000 children and teens, ages 6 to 18, in our Clubs, and through our programs and partnerships.

In December of 1965, Cranston Community Action Program (CCAP) was incorporated as a Community Action Agency under the Economic Community Act and was charged to mobilize all resources toward the elimination of poverty and to provide participation of the poor and underserved in program decisions that affected them. At that time CCAP served Cranston, Coventry, Scituate and Foster. As many of our programs grew to include additional cities and towns outside that catchment area, we decided to change our name. In September of 1994 we officially became Comprehensive Community Action, but still CCAP. CCAP’s Mission Statement is quite simple: to empower all people and communities, challenged by poverty as well as social and cultural barriers, through advocacy, education, and access to high quality health and human services. Today, CCAP serves more than 20,000 Rhode Islanders with programs in Cranston, Warwick, Coventry, Providence, Pawtucket, Scituate, and Foster. Programs include: counseling services, health centers and dental care, food, housing and fuel assistance, weatherization, family support and services, Headstart, day care, emergency assistance, education, and job training.

Health Resources in Action is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting public health and advancing medical research. In partnership with federal and state government agencies, academic and research institutions, nonprofits, and communities throughout the country, Health Resources in Action’s staff use innovative approaches to solve critical public health issues and to create healthier, more vibrant communities.

Citizens for Citizens, Inc. (CFC) is a Community Action Agency headquartered in Fall River, MA. Incorporated in 1965 under the Economic Opportunity Act to serve as the Community Action Agency of Greater Fall River, CFC now serves the vast majority of Bristol County, providing a wide range of services to over 34,000 clients. Major programs include LIHEAP, Weatherization, Head Start, Family Planning, and Food Pantry. CFC is funded by a variety of sources, including the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG). CFC's mission is to advocate on behalf of low-income residents and address the causes and effects of poverty through the provision of direct and integrated services, the promotion of self-sufficiency, and the advancement of social change.

Dynamic and innovative, Family Service of RI (FSRI) is a statewide organization with a 130-year track record of success in improving the health and well-being of children and families all across our state. We are passionate about our mission to advance equity, opportunity, and hope across ALL communities – we succeed by lifting others. FSRI’s diverse and inclusive teams – working across Health, Healing, Home, and Hope pillars, are experts in their fields – every day designing and delivering cutting-edge strategies to save and improve lives. We provide services statewide, and currently operate in 3 locations in Providence; and in 4 locations in East Providence, Smithfield, and North Smithfield. If you need help and this is an emergency, please contact 9-1-1. If you are looking for services for yourself or someone you know, please contact the Intake Department of Family Service of Rhode Island at 401-331-1350. Intake workers can help you understand what programs and services may be available to you at Family Service of Rhode Island.”

Kennedy-Donovan Center, Inc. (KDC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 1969 on the principle that all individuals have the right to participate and thrive in their community. Kennedy-Donovan Center supports people with developmental delays, disabilities or family challenges to pursue their personal potential and success in the community. We fulfill our mission through a number of programs, which we offer in several regions: Early Intervention (EI), Early Intervention Partnerships, Healthy Families, KDC School (a 240-day developmental day school), Day Habilitation Services, Family Support Services/ Respite Care, Intensive Foster Care, and Transitional Job Support, as well as various residential support programs: Shared Living, Adult Family Care, Supported and Supervised Living, and Individual Support. Each year, our diverse and dedicated staff of 600+ employees and 300 respite home care providers and foster parents, serves over 10,000 children, adults and families with (or at risk for) developmental disabilities or delays, and their families. We meet the needs of disabled individuals and their families throughout their life – from pregnancy, infancy, and childhood, into adulthood and the senior years. We operate a range of programs, including many in-home services, from eight community offices and 10 residences, to families in 160 communities across eastern and south central Massachusetts. We cover over 50% of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Habilitation Assistance Corporation's mission is to support individuals in realizing their personal visions. Our goal is to empower individuals and their families through the delivery of quality consumer driven resources, services and supports that increase lifestyle options, independence, and improve their quality of life. The agency believes that all people regardless of ability have the right to be happy, leading full and self-determined lives with dignity and the respect of the community. Habilitation Assistance provides an array of services for individuals and their families in Southeastern Massachusetts. Our Access Centers in Weymouth, Plymouth, Pocasset and South Yarmouth act as a base to provide supports reflecting the wants, needs and requests of each member and his/her family in those communities. Services offered are: -- Therapeutic day supports for adults with developmental disabilities, specializing in meaningful community involvement, including speech language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, nursing services and supports, behavior therapy; -- Transportation services via our transportation division, Access Express, offering a safe, dependable and accessible transportation service to accommodate a variety of situations, i.e. limousine, charter/group trips, executive transportation, courier services, medical transport, taxi and para-transit.