Providers' Council

23/07/2025

ADA is Here to Stay!

On July 23, the Providers’ Council and the Caring Force marched with providers, human services workers and persons served at the ADA35 Rally and March sponsored by the Boston Center for Independent Living

Thank you to Vinfen, WORK Inc. Family Support Center and Advocates, Inc., along with all those who showed up and showed out in support of persons with disabilities and the human services community!

30/06/2025

The Conference Committee has released a $61.01 billion budget proposal for fiscal year 2026, a $3.3 billion increase from FY '25. The proposal includes $207 million for the Chapter 257 Reserve, representing an increase of $34 million, or nearly 19.65%, from FY '24.

The Providers' Council is reviewing the budget for other major changes to human services accounts or line items, and it will provide more information to our members as it is received.

To view the Council's budget analysis, click here: https://providers.org/news-article/conference-committee-proposes-61-01-billion-fy-26-budget/

30/06/2025

This week, we’re proud to feature St. Mary's Center for Women and Children, a dynamic nonprofit organization providing life-changing programs and services for women and their families facing challenges such as homelessness, poverty, and trauma.

Located in Dorchester, St. Mary’s Center offers housing, education, job training, and family support to help women and children build brighter futures. Through their compassionate, strengths-based approach, they empower families to achieve emotional well-being, economic stability, and independence.

Join us in celebrating St. Mary’s Center for Women and Children and their dedication to hope, healing, and opportunity.

Learn more in our latest blog post: https://providers.org/news-article/membership-monday-st-marys-center-for-women-and-children/

At the Council, we are proud to highlight the achievements of our members who are driving change in the community. To celebrate 50 Years of Impact, the Council is launching

26/06/2025

Kudos to Advocates, Inc. and their Autism Alliance of MetroWest program for expanding the reach of its Autism Welcoming initiatives! Your commitment to building inclusive, accessible communities is making a real difference. Excited to see Newbury Comics – Natick join this important movement!

26/06/2025

Congrats to Mystic Valley Elder Services on 50 years of impact! 👏 Elder services are essential to the human services sector—supporting dignity, independence, and inclusion for aging adults. Here's to the next 50!

26/06/2025

From virtual rooms to real world progress! On June 10, human service professionals across the sector came together at the Providers’ Council to talk about online learning with Providers’ eAcademy 💻

25/06/2025

Scholarship applications are now open! This year the Providers’ Council will be presenting several new scholarships to celebrate its 50th anniversary. For more information on how to apply: https://providers.org/alex/academic-programs/scholarship-opportunities/

19/06/2025

Today we celebrate freedom, resilience, and Black excellence! On June 19, 1865, over 250,000 enslaved people in Galveston, Texas received news of their emancipation — over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed into law. Juneteenth reminds us of the power of community, culture, and progress.

18/06/2025

Pride is more than a celebration—it's a reminder of the ongoing fight for equality, visibility, and acceptance for the LGBTQIA+ community 🏳️‍🌈✨

This month, we honor the history, amplify diverse voices, and commit to creating spaces where everyone can live and love freely.

18/06/2025

An important read—immigration policy deeply affects our workforce and the care our communities rely on.

Read more at https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/06/17/metro/trump-revokes-legal-status-haitian-workers-massachusetts/

18/06/2025

The Providers’ Council is now accepting nominations for the Awards of Excellence 2025! For more information, please visit: https://providers.org/annual-convention-expo-2025-1/aoe-2025/

17/06/2025

Congratulations to Tapestry on celebrating such an inspiring legacy! Jenny’s years of service reflect the strength and heart of the organization. Here's to the lasting impact of her work and the continued success of Tapestry's mission.