Waltham, Massachusetts
Community Organizations
Waltham’s non-profits work alongside the city, keeping families housed, supporting older neighbors, and giving teenagers a place to lead. These are some of the largest and most established. These are some of the largest and most established.
Non-Profit Organizations
| Organization | What they do | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| WATCH CDC (Waltham Alliance to Create Housing) | Builds and preserves affordable housing, offers tenant support, and runs financial and job programs. | 781-891-6689 |
| Springwell | Elder services for the area: home care, Meals on Wheels, and help staying independent at home. | 617-926-4100 |
| Waltham Boys & Girls Club | After-school programs, sports, and youth development for young people across the city. | 781-893-6620 |
| Waltham Partnership for Youth | Connects schools, the city, and local groups to expand opportunities and supports for Waltham youth. | 781-314-3367 |
Local News
Following local government is easier when you know where to read about it. Waltham has its own outlets that cover City Hall, the schools, and the neighborhoods.
| Outlet | Notes |
|---|---|
| The Waltham Times | The city’s main local news outlet. walthamtimes.org. |
| Waltham Patch | Online local news and event listings. patch.com/massachusetts/waltham. |
| WCAC | Waltham’s community media station, which records and streams City Council and School Committee meetings. |
If you want to see how a decision really got made, WCAC’s meeting recordings are the closest thing to a front-row seat.