Community Resources
Helping Connect Our Community
Sometimes the right resource can make all the difference. This page brings together organizations that provide valuable services throughout the Pioneer Valley. While these organizations operate independently of UMassFive, we’re proud to connect our members and neighbors with resources that support your well-being.
Food
413Cares — Searchable directory of local help for food, housing, mental health, addiction, legal aid, and more
Food Bank of Western Massachusetts — Food assistance across Western Massachusetts
Project Bread — Statewide food assistance and the FoodSource Hotline
Franklin Area Survival Center — Food pantry
The Gray House — Food pantry, clothing, and English classes
DTA Springfield — SNAP (food stamps) office
Clothing
Dress for Success Western Massachusetts — Professional clothing and job-search support
The Gray House — Food pantry, clothing, and English classes
American Red Cross of Central & Western MA — Help with clothing and heating bills
Housing/Shelter/Utilities
Way Finders — Housing, employment, and financial assistance
Food Bank of Western Massachusetts — Food assistance across Western Massachusetts
413Cares — Searchable directory of local help for food, housing, mental health, addiction, legal aid, and more
Community Action Pioneer Valley — Help with gas, oil, and electricity bills
American Red Cross of Central & Western MA — Help with clothing and heating bills
Springfield Partners for Community Action — Free tax preparation and weatherization
Arise for Social Justice — Housing and economic advocacy
Mental Health
413Cares — Searchable directory of local help for food, housing, mental health, addiction, legal aid, and more
Health Support
Tapestry Health — Health care and support services
MOCHA — Men of Color Health Awareness — Health awareness and support
Addiction
413Cares — Searchable directory of local help for food, housing, mental health, addiction, legal aid, and more
Massachusetts Gaming Commission — Voluntary self-exclusion from gambling
Legal & Tax Support
413Cares — Searchable directory of local help for food, housing, mental health, addiction, legal aid, and more
Springfield Partners for Community Action — Free tax preparation and weatherization
Immigration
Center for New Americans — Citizenship and immigration services, English classes
Mentoring & New Job Support
Dress for Success Western Massachusetts — Professional clothing and job-search support
Way Finders — Housing, employment, and financial assistance
413Cares — Searchable directory of local help for food, housing, mental health, addiction, legal aid, and more
Language Classes
Center for New Americans — Citizenship and immigration services, English classes
International Language Institute — English language classes
The Gray House — Food pantry, clothing, and English classes
