RFK Community Alliance

04/24/2026

Caring for Kids, Caring for Futures 💙🦷

We’re proud to spotlight Caring for Kids, a mobile dental outreach program through Community Health Connections, and their incredible influence at RFK Community Alliance’s Doctor Franklin Perkins School.

Thanks to this partnership, our residential students receive free, comprehensive preventive dental care right on campus, including exams, cleanings, x-rays, fluoride treatments, sealants, and cavity-prevention services—all in a familiar, supportive setting.

These on-site clinics remove barriers to care, promote wellness, and help our youth smile with confidence. We’re deeply grateful to Caring for Kids and the dental professionals who make this invaluable service possible. 💫

04/23/2026

Earth Day in action! 🌍

Our elementary, middle, and high school students came together for hands-on Earth & Science Day activities, such as a trash pick up competition, a scavenger hunt, recycling games, and more!

Students learned about sustainability and how small actions make a big difference. Our youngest learners even got to see a recycling truck up close and in action! ♻️

04/22/2026

Today on Administrative Professionals’ Day, we’re grateful for the many people across our agency who do the work that keeps everything moving. From our administrative professionals to the staff who take on coordination and support as part of their roles: your steady presence makes a real difference every day.

Here are a few of our team members who show up and make a huge difference in our work! Thank you for all you do to support our teams and the participants we care for. 💙

04/20/2026

🚴‍♀️ Will you sign up to ride with RFK Community Alliance for the 2026 Rodman for Kids on May 16?

There are so many ways to participate:

Ride on May 16th in Foxboro, MA
Participate from anywhere at anytime as a Virtual Rider
Donate to Team RFKCA

100% of donations come directly to RFK Community Alliance to make a difference in the lives of the children in our care. 💙

Register or donate today: https://www.rfkcommunity.org/ride

04/17/2026

This Autism Acceptance Month, we’re honoring the many individuals we support and the meaningful connections we build with them every day. Acceptance means recognizing each person’s unique way of experiencing the world and responding with understanding, respect, and care.

Whether it be in our special education schools, adult programs, or any of our other programs, we focus on providing thoughtful, individualized supports so people with Autism feel valued and empowered in their daily lives.

We’re also excited to have recently welcomed an ABA clinician to our team, bringing a fresh perspective that helps us better understand individual strengths and needs.

As we continue learning and growing together, we remain committed to creating environments where everyone feels supported and truly belongs. 🌈 ♾

04/16/2026

📚 Meet Our Special Education Program Team at MERC 2026!

Our Education team will be tabling at the MERC Career Fair on Thursday, April 23, from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM at the George Sherman Union at Boston University.

If you’re passionate about education and exploring your next career move, stop by to connect with our team, learn more about our programs, and hear about current opportunities. We’d love to meet you!

👉 Check out our open positions here: https://bit.ly/48TlZSr

04/10/2026

Today, Day of Silence invites us to pause and listen, deeply and with intention. At RFK Community Alliance, we believe that meaningful, sustained well‑being begins with connection.

When we meet people with compassion, unconditional acceptance, and respect for who they are, we help create spaces where everyone. We continue our commitment to compassion, belonging, and respect - because every voice matters, even in the quiet. 🌈

Learn more about our mission and values: https://bit.ly/3PWnqJo

04/09/2026

Thank you to the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts for the spotlight on Rein in a Dream !

Read the full article here: https://cfncm.org/story/building-confidence-and-connection-through-animal-assisted-care

Learn more about our Rein in a Dream program: https://bit.ly/4sBFshP

Turning your generosity into impact in North Central Massachusetts.

04/07/2026

As we observe National Arab American Heritage Month, we celebrate a community rooted in resilience, culture, and lasting contribution. Arab Americans have shaped our nation through leadership, creativity, and care for one another.

At RFK Community Alliance, honoring diverse identities is central to our work. When people feel valued and supported, communities grow stronger. And we all move closer to a more just and hopeful future.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity, belonging, inclusion, and equity: https://bit.ly/479UUK0

04/03/2026

Brave voices create change. 💛

Recently, Z, one of our Legacy Mentoring participants, stood before the Southern Berkshire Regional School District (SBRSD). She spoke honestly about what it was like to be bullied at school, and - most importantly - what schools can do to better protect and support young people, so no one else has to go through what she and many others experienced.

Z’s willingness to use her voice shows how important it is for young people to have space to heal and be heard. Our Legacy Mentoring program offers participants like Z a safe place to heal, build self‑advocacy skills, and explore their own path forward.

You can learn more about our Legacy Mentoring program here: 👉 https://bit.ly/4tnpXuF

03/31/2026

Today on International Transgender Day of Visibility, we pause to honor the power and courage it takes for transgender and non-binary individuals to live openly and authentically.

Inclusivity is one of our core values. It means creating spaces where every person is respected and free to show up exactly as they are. We know that when transgender and non-binary individuals feel seen and valued, our communities grow stronger. We stand for dignity, belonging, inclusivity, equality, and a world where everyone’s humanity is recognized and celebrated.

Here's a few photos over the years of our Western MA Community Services team and of the parade itself at the Springfield Pride Parade! Be sure to visit us this year in June! 💛🏳️‍🌈

To learn more about our DBIE practices, click here: https://bit.ly/479UUK0

03/27/2026

We are hiring for a Special Education Teacher/Reading Specialist in Lancaster, MA (Pay: $70,000 - $80,000 /year + $2,500 Sign-On Bonus): https://bit.ly/3PsTSCP

If you’re passionate about literacy and student success, join our team as a Reading Specialist and make a meaningful difference in students’ lives every day. If you love empowering students to become confident readers, we’d love to hear from you!

💥 Make a lasting difference
🎓 Grow your own skills
💪 Work with a trauma-informed and supportive team
🌱 Thrive with great benefits

Apply now!

Work with purpose, surrounded by people who care. At RFK Community Alliance, every role plays a part in changing lives. Apply today.