Amherst, Massachusetts
Community Organizations
Amherst is served by a deep network of non-profits providing food, shelter, health, immigrant, and youth services. These are some of the largest and most established.
Non-Profit Organizations
| Organization | What they do | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Amherst Survival Center | Free groceries, hot meals, clothing, and health services for anyone who needs them. | 138 Sunderland Rd · 413-549-3968 · amherstsurvival.org |
| Craig’s Doors | Runs the area’s emergency overnight shelter and helps unhoused adults find permanent housing. | 434 North Pleasant St · 413-256-0704 · craigsdoors.org |
| Center for New Americans | Free English classes, citizenship help, and immigration support for immigrants and refugees. | 150 Fearing St · 413-239-9550 · cnam.org |
| Family Outreach of Amherst | Sends counselors into homes to help local families with parenting, housing, and basic needs. | 401 Main St · 413-549-5548 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hampshire County | Matches local kids with screened adult mentors, including Lunch Buddies in Amherst schools. | 413-478-8547 |
| The Literacy Project | Free adult education, high school equivalency prep, and reading classes. | 742 Main St · 413-259-1663 · literacyproject.org |
Senior & Housing Resources
| Organization | Notes |
|---|---|
| Amherst Senior Center | The Council on Aging at the Bangs Community Center, 70 Boltwood Walk. 413-259-3060. |
| Highland Valley Elder Services | Regional elder services: meals, in-home care, and benefits counseling. 413-586-2000. |
| Amherst Housing Authority | Public housing and rental assistance. 33 Kellogg Avenue. 413-256-0206. |
| Way Finders | Housing counseling and first-time homebuyer education for the region. 413-233-1500. |
For current hours and a fuller list, see the town’s human services pages at amherstma.gov.