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MA Commission on Poverty tackles historic wealth gap

As reported by Kathryn Carley, Public News Service: Listen Here. A Legislature-backed Commission on Poverty in Massachusetts aims to address the state's historic wealth gap. The commission will study demographic disparities and existing programs to reduce poverty over...

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Massachusetts Celebrates 60 Years of Community Action

Inspiring Hope and Advancing Opportunity Smith Hall, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum On May 2, 2024, MASSCAP together with leadership and staff from all 23 Community Action Agencies in Massachusetts as well as allied organizations and partners and...

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MA diaper distribution program helps families make ends meet

As reported by Kathryn Carley, Public News Service: Listen Here. Supporters of a federal pilot program to distribute diapers to low-income families in Massachusetts hope to build upon its success. More than 1 million diapers, along with wipes and other needed supplies...

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It’s time for taxes. Here’s what you need to know

By Sydney Ko, Simón Rios, and Hanna AliListen Here on Radio Boston Tax season is officially here. Whether you’re actively preparing or putting it off a little longer, there are a few tax changes to be aware of this year before you start filing. In this Radio...

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MA agencies make expanded tax credits easier to access

As reported by Kathryn Carley, Public News Service: Listen Here. Lawmakers in Massachusetts passed some of the nation's most generous tax credits - and now, help is available to make sure families can take advantage of them. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program...

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Diaper Pilot Program Aims to Keep Families Healthy, Working

As reported by Kathryn Carley, Public News Service: Listen Here. Massachusetts groups will be part of a new federal pilot program to help low-income families ensure they have the diapers they need to keep both babies and parents healthy. Studies show a lack of diapers...

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MA Part of Growing State Movement for Expanded Tax Credits

As reported by Kathryn Carley, Public News Service: Listen Here Massachusetts is on track to become the eighteenth state this year to enact targeted tax credits to help alleviate childhood poverty. New polling shows nearly 80% of residents support an expansion of the...

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