4 Resources
MCSW at 1 Ashburton Place advises the legislature and governor on policies affecting Massachusetts women, runs the Unsung Heroines awards, and coordinates regional commissions across the state. Mothers can engage by attending public meetings, applying to serve on a regional commission, or submitting testimony on pending legislation. Call 617-626-6520 weekdays 9am-5pm for upcoming meeting schedules.
617-626-6520 · 1 Ashburton Place, Room 103, Boston, MA 02108
YW Boston at 140 Clarendon Street runs InIt (girls' leadership for ages 13-18), LeadBoston (workplace racial equity), and InclusionBoston (organizational consulting), plus the Stand Against Racism campaign. The Back Bay campus is one of Boston's oldest women-serving institutions. Call 617-585-5400 Mon-Fri 8am-6pm to inquire about program enrollment or partnerships.
617-585-5400 · 140 Clarendon St, Boston, MA 02116
Dress for Success Boston at 174 Portland Street provides free interview-appropriate clothing, the Going Places Network (peer career coaching), and Professional Women's Group continuing development for Massachusetts women returning to work. Most clients come via referrals from MassHire Career Centers, DTA, or local nonprofits. Call 617-010-2422 weekdays 9am-5pm to coordinate a referral.
617-010-2422 · 174 Portland St, 2nd Floor, Boston, MA 02114
Women's Lunch Place at 67 Newbury Street in Back Bay serves breakfast and lunch daily to women experiencing homelessness or poverty, with no intake paperwork required. Wellness programs include MassHealth enrollment help, advocacy, mail service, and showers. Call 617-267-0200 Mon-Sat 6:30am-2pm; walk-ins are welcome during open hours.
617-267-0200 · 67 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116