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Community Involvement

Apr 4, 2024 | Uncategorized

Guns For Groceries

November 23 @ 9:30am-12:30pm

Blessed Trinity Church

The Guns for Groceries campaign, started in 1998 by Rev. Dr. Robert Lawrence, aims to make Fall River and New Bedford safer by removing unwanted guns from the community. Bring firearms, knives, BB/pellet guns, or ammo to designated locations for grocery gift cards ($100 for handguns, $75 for long guns) and Domino’s Pizza certificates. Free gun locks will also be available. Sponsored by local law enforcement, community organizations, and churches, all collected guns will be melted down.

For more information, contact Fr. Rob Nemkovich at 508-789-5515.


Winter Coat & Gear Drive

November 1 – January 28

Join us for the United Way Coat Drive from November 1st to January 28th, where we are collecting new or gently-loved winter gear for individuals and families in need. We welcome donations of coats, hats, gloves, scarves, and other winter essentials for all ages and sizes. Help us keep our community warm this winter by dropping off your donations at the designated locations. Together, we can make a difference!


Share The Warmth Donation Drive

October 1 – November 30

Share the Warmth from October 1st to November 30th by donating new hats, gloves, and scarves in all sizes to help those in need stay warm this winter. Your generous contributions can make a significant difference in the lives of individuals and families facing the cold. Drop off your donations at the designated locations, and together, we can spread warmth and kindness in our community!


Dress For Success Closet

In order help students prepare for job interviews, the Community Engagement Center at RPA is accepting donations for the newly established Dress for Success Closet.

Donations may be dropped off at the Resiliency Preparatory Academy located at 290 Rock Street.

For more information, please contact Emily Martins@peopleincfr.org


Greater Fall River Art Association is looking for volunteers!

Click here to learn more.


We need your input! Share your thoughts on parking in downtown Fall River.

Your feedback is crucial in helping us develop a parking strategy that serves residents, businesses, and visitors. Participate in our public survey and help shape the future of parking in your community. For project updates, visit: www.fallriverma.gov.

Click here to take the survey.


*NEW* Infinity Library

Small library space for the neurodiverse community!

Visit at 1 Father DeValles Blvd., Suite 401


Accepting New Students! – HISET

Daily (M-F) @ 11am

Click here to learn more.


Fall River Community Development Agency 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan Survey

Your voice matters! Help shape the future of our community by taking the Fall River Community Development Agency 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan Survey.

 Survey Link:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FallRiverCitySurvey


Volunteers Needed at PACE

Learn more


MassHire Bristol’s Youth Connection Application

Paper applications are also available at MassHire Bristol’s Youth Connection, located at 139 South Main Street in Fall River.  The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 to 5:00.

The completed application, with release forms (must have original signatures. not copies), and all supporting documents need to be brought to MassHire Bristol’s Youth Connection.  Applications will not be accepted by email or mail.

Download the application


Fall River Public Schools Community Calendar

View the CommUNITY Calendar


Help to improve Kennedy Park road safety!

Take the survey here


Own Your Bigness Membership with Life Coach Britni Boliero

If you feel like you’re “too much” or like your dreams are too big – you probably aren’t hanging around the right people

*Private FB group: daily coaching available during the week
*LIVE group coaching calls where we deep dive + have open coaching
*Community like no other with other bad ass women
*Supports + resources available to best support you

Investment: $44/monthly
You can cancel at anytime

Learn More


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