Somerville: you can help. On Sunday, July 6th, 26 people including two minors, as well as pets, were displaced by a fire on Wheatland Street that left two multifamily homes uninhabitable. Fortunately, everyone got out safely, but significant challenges remain for our neighbors who cannot return to their homes. Roughly a dozen City departments and a half-dozen partner agencies mobilized to set up temporary shelter and food, and are actively coordinating ongoing support, but your help is needed for what comes next. If you are willing and able, please donate to our Emergency Fund. The fund is designed to provide immediate relief to the affected residents and will help other neighbors in need as they face future emergencies. To donate, visit bit.ly/SHCEmergencyFund and select "Emergency Fund" to support these families, students, and residents. For more information, visit somervillema.gov/news to read the full press release. No donation is too small. Only financial donations are sought at this time. Together, we can make a difference. Thank you. (fb)

There’s nothing like the power of partnership to strengthen community impact which is why we’re thrilled to welcome Arbella Insurance as our newest Anniversary Sponsor as we celebrate 40 years of service! 🙌💙🤍 Arbella has long been a leader in supporting critical issues like homelessness, food insecurity, immigration, and wellness. Their values deeply align with our mission, and we’re proud to partner with an organization so committed to uplifting the most vulnerable members of our community. 🤝 Over the years, Arbella has contributed more than $900,000 toward homelessness initiatives 🏠 and over $2 million to fight food insecurity 🍎- which have made a real, lasting difference. Together, we look forward to expanding our reach and providing even more support to neighbors experiencing homelessness, hunger, and housing instability. Thank you, Arbella, for your incredible generosity and unwavering commitment to supporting our clients! 😊 #PartnershipsMatter #securityandstability (fb)