Ludlow, Massachusetts
Community Organizations
Ludlow’s community institutions grew up alongside the mills, and several of them are more than a century old. These organizations run youth programs, cultural life, recovery support, and service work across the town.
Non-Profit Organizations
| Organization | What they do & contact |
|---|---|
| Ludlow Community Center / Randall Boys & Girls Club | Youth programs six days a week: before and after school care, summer camp, swimming, basketball, preschool, and teen programs. 91 Claudias Way. (413) 583-2072 |
| Gremio Lusitano | Portuguese-American cultural club founded by millworkers in 1922; its Winsor Street grounds include Lusitano Stadium, home of the Western Mass Pioneers. |
| Michael J. Dias Foundation | Volunteer-run foundation supporting recovery from addiction: a sober-living home, resources for families, and community education. |
| Ludlow CARES Coalition | Community coalition focused on substance-use prevention and youth wellbeing. |
| Rotary Club of Ludlow | Service club running scholarships and community projects. |
Town & Senior Resources
| Organization | Notes |
|---|---|
| Council on Aging / Ludlow Senior Center | The town senior center at 228 State Street, with outreach and programs for older residents. Executive Director Jodi Zepke. |
| Hubbard Memorial Library | Free programs, computers, and a card that works at libraries across Massachusetts. 24 Center Street. (413) 583-3408. |
| Recreation Department | Youth sports, summer programs, and the town’s parks and fields. 167 Howard Street. |
For current hours and a fuller list, see the town directory at ludlow.ma.us.