Human services providers are there every day—supporting families, strengthening communities, and helping people navigate life’s challenges. That’s why the Council is excited to join with the National Council of Nonprofits and other state associations across the country on
Read ArticleOn June 30, the U.S. District Court for Massachusetts issued a decision regarding the lawsuit challenging the U.S. Department of Education’s final rule to overhaul the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) program. The U.S. Department of
Read ArticleThe Council’s July DEIJA calendar is out now! The Council is excited to share a monthly DEIJA celebrations calendar with its members! Click here to view the July 2026 calendar! This
Read ArticleAt the end of June, the Supreme Court ruled to allow the Trump administration to end temporary protected status (TPS) for Haitians and Syrians. On July 1, MA Attorney General
Read ArticleThe House and Senate signed off on a $63.4 billion Conference Committee budget proposal for FY ’27 on Wednesday, sending a spending plan to Gov. Healey that is $2.37 billion more than the FY
Read ArticleThere’s only one week left to submit nominations for the 2026 Awards of Excellence! Award recipients will be recognized onstage at our 51st Annual Convention & Expo on October 26. Award Categories include: Chief Executive
Read ArticleOn June 26, the Providers’ Council submitted testimony at three hearings with Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) in response to proposed amendments to the following: 101 CMR
Read ArticleThe Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) will be issuing new chip/tap to pay EBT cards to clients to combat benefit skimming issues. Currently, DTA is in the process of running a piolet program
Read ArticleAt 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
Read ArticleWorcester Business Journal (WBJ) has released its Power 100 List for 2025, a list dedicated to highlighting the most influential professionals in Central, MA. Four Providers’ Council member CEOs were
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