Resources
There are numerous emergency funds and resources in the community for individuals, families, and businesses. We are here to help people connect to the resources they need. Please contact us if you need help finding or applying for support.
COVID-19 Resources
FAST ANSWERS TO COVID QUESTIONS
Housing and Rental Relief
Job Loss Assistance
Restaurant Strong Fund This fund is to provide emergency assistance up to $1000 for full time restaurant workers who are out of work due to COVID-19
Access to Food
Project Bread’s Food Source Hotline —> 1-800-645-8333
Small Business Support
Massachusetts PPP Equitable Access Initiative: If you are a minority owned business, this initiative helps you access the CARES ACT SBA Payroll Protection Program forgivable loan.
Other Funds
Resources for Families in Boston Public Schools
Food & Toiletry Distribution: BPS is providing free toiletries and menstrual products, as well as breakfast, lunch and limited to go meals at locations across the city, Monday - Friday, 8:30-11:30 AM. For more information visit: bostonpublicschools.org/freemeals
Grocery store gift card request: MUST be completed by a BPS staffer, on behalf of families. To request a Grocery Store Gift Card, please complete this form. Cards are mailed to families by Catie’s Closet with a box of toiletries. Please notify families information will be shared with them.
College Advising Services: College advising for seniors is still available! This document will be updated weekly for students! Questions? Contact Marsha Inniss-Mitchell, minniss@bostonpublicschools.org
Technology: If families do not have access to a computer at home, please encourage them to call 311.
School Registration and Assignment: The BPS Welcome Center is available to register your student(s). For registration or assignment questions call 617-635-9010 or visit: https://www.bostonpublicschools.org/register
Information: Stay up to date on information and resources from BPS at https://www.bostonpublicschools.org/Page/8748.