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Nonprofit & Civic Organizations

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  • The Needham History Center & Museum engages and educates the community about the history of the town and its people, and preserves Needham's historic treasures

  • (781) 455-8860
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  • A comprehensive rape crisis center offering free services to survivors of sexual violence and their loved ones. We also offer prevention education trainings for schools and businesses.
  • (617) 492-8306
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  • The Carroll Center for the Blind empowers those who are blind or visually impaired to achieve independence and to lead a fulfilling life.
  • (617) 969-6200
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  • Local community theater, offering professional quality shows at affordable prices. NCT presents two main shows each year - a play and a musical. Children's and teens' theater education classes.
  • (781) 413-5986
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  • Dearborn Academy is a coed therapeutic day school for students in grades 3-12. Students learn coping, social, and executive functioning skills in our highly structured, therapeutic setting.
  • (781) 641-5992
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  • Host your event at Gore Place in our historic 1793 Carriage House or modern Tent on 50 scenic acres, offering natural beauty and New England charm year-round!

  • (781) 894-2798
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  • BID-Needham is a licensed 58-bed acute care community hospital offering the same care as our direct affiliate Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) in your community.
  • (781) 453-3000
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  • Non-profit charity dedicated to providing wellness programs, mentoring, resources and information, and an empowering and supportive community to women confronting divorce and beyond.
  • (781) 235-0332
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  • The Needham Education Foundation is an independent community-based non-profit organization that raises funds for the enrichment of public school students in Needham.
  • (617) 334-8015
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  • The Newton Cultural Alliance is a consortium of nonprofit arts & culture organizations dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and sustaining art & culture in Newton, MA.
  • (617) 332-4300
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  • Newton Community Pride is a non-profit organization building community through free arts & culture programs, public art, beautification and volunteerism.
  • (617) 431-3944
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  • The New Art Center is a community art education space which offers everyone, at all levels of ability, exceptional opportunities to make, exhibit, view, think about and talk about art.
  • (617) 964-3424
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  • Schools for Children's Dearborn Academy and Dearborn STEP provide transformational education for students with learning & social-emotional challenges, helping them thrive and find a path to succeed.
  • (781) 641-2424
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  • Newton-Wellesley Hospital is a comprehensive medical center providing the services and expertise of a major medical facility with the convenience and personal attention of a community hospital.
  • (617) 243-6000
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  • The museum is FREE for regular admission, and serves as a community hub for audiences interested in the rich history of the Waterworks system.

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  • We proudly serve Needham and the surrounding communities. Our facility at 380 Chestnut St is our Active Family features our fitness facility. 863 Great Plain Ave features our pool & studios.
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  • Community Rowing Inc. (CRI) is a nonprofit that provides public access rowing programs. They rent their facility for private events and on-water teambuilding. 

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  • A historical museum dedicated to advancing the understanding of the life and work of Mary Baker Eddy, the Discoverer, Founder, and Leader of Christian Science.

  • (617) 278-9000
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  • Norfolk Lodge is a Masonic Lodge located in Needham. Masonry is a Fraternal Organization which enhances and strengthens the character of an individual man.

  • (000) 000-0000
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  • Our mission is to preserve and celebrate Chinese culture and heritage, build and the Asian American community in pursuit of prosperity and sustainability.

  • (617) 510-8461
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  • The West Suburban YMCA is a non-profit organization that welcomes all by creating a community that serves individuals of any age, race, gender, religion, heritage.

  • (617) 795-9622
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  • Newton Community Education is a self-sustaining arm of the Newton Public Schools that offers enrichment programs for everyone, from kids to seniors. We provide quality programs at a reasonable cost.
  • (617) 559-6999
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  • A non-profit organization, our members and volunteers work to create sustainable solutions to environmental problems facing our city and our world, in collaboration with City government and schools.
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  • Lasell Universityā€™s Graduate and Professional Studies programs offers masterā€™s degrees, professional certificates, and badges designed for partner employers and working professionals.
  • (617) 243-2000
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  • Boston Ballet School, the official School of Boston Ballet, provides high-quality dance education for students of all ages at three state-of-the-art studios in Newton, Boston and the North Shore.
  • (617) 456-6260
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  • The American Legion Needham Post #14 is a local veteran organization for veterans who live predominantly in the Needham area or are originally from the Needham. Many qualfiy to Join see description!
  • (617) 548-6208
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  • Fig City News is a non-profit, community news resource aspiring to meet the need for a knowledgeable, trusted source of local news and community events in Newton with free, weekly newsletters.
  • (617) 564-0526
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  • Newbridge on the Charles, part of Hebrew SeniorLife, a Harvard Medical School affiliate, offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, long term chronic care, home care, and hospice.
  • (617) 363-8564
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  • The West Suburban YMCA is a non-profit organization that welcomes all by creating a community that serves individuals of any age, race, gender, religion, heritage, economic circumstance, or ability.
  • (617) 244-6050
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  • Walker transforms the lives of children and youth who are facing complex emotional, behavioral, and learning challenges by partnering with these children and youth, their families, and communities.
  • (781) 449-4500
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  • Riverside delivers compassionate, locally-based, integrated behavioral healthcare and human services to more than 40,000 individuals, children, and families in Massachusetts.
  • (781) 329-0909
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  • A community-based, non-profit organization that empowers and strengthens families, offering assistance and resources that nurture child development, promote effective parenting and prevent trauma
  • (617) 969-5906
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  • A globally-recognized community service organization that connects for good locally, regionally and internationally.
  • (508) 397-9772
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  • Mainstay Supportive Housing & Home Care provides affordable, community-based housing and supportive services to elders and people with disabilities throughout the Greater Boston Area.
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  • Established as a center for student-focused experiential learning and a hub of research-industry collaboration, the Mount Ida Campus offers a wealth of opportunities for UMass Amherst students.
  • (617) 243-1500
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  • North Hill offers senior living opportunities, innovative programming, a PurposeFULL Living philosophy and much more to Needham and the Greater Boston area.
  • (781) 444-9910
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  • RUACH community health is renewing Jewish life through movement and meditation studios rooted in Torah, and connecting seekers of all ages and backgrounds


  • (877) 447-8224
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  • Olin College is an innovative undergraduate engineering school located in Needham, MA. Olin's hands-on, team based curriculum has students learn engineering by tackling real-world challenges.
  • (781) 292-2255
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  • ACCC is a nonprofit credit counseling agency dedicated to empowering consumers to achieve debt relief through education and debt management solutions.
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  • The Foundation for MetroWest is the only community foundation serving the 33 cities and towns of MetroWest. We connect local donors with local needs and promote philanthropy in the place we call home.
  • (508) 647-2260
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  • At Historic Newton, we believe that through the lessons of history, children and adults alike can better understand the world today.
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  • A nonprofit organization based in Newton, MA. whose mission is to develop and manage housing for low-income individuals and families. All of its housing is located in Newton.
  • (617) 543-8097
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  • Globe Santa exists solely to deliver joy to local children. We do this by providing holiday presents to families in need throughout the Greater Boston area.
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  • Suzuki School of Newton is a non-profit community music school & preschool teaching classical music by ear to all ages. We believe that through the beauty of music, people develop noble hearts.
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  • The Second Step is a community of survivors, advocates, and volunteers who foster the safety, stability, and well-being of those who have experienced domestic violence.
  • (617) 965-3999
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  • Beth Israel Deaconess HealthCare-Chestnut Hill offers urgent care, primary care and a variety of outpatient services. BIDHC-Chestnut Hill brings advanced care to an easy-to-reach location.
  • (617) 278-8500
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  • Newton Cemetery & Arboretum is a private, non-profit garden cemetery and accredited arboretum serving all faiths in the Greater Boston area since 1855.

  • (617) 332-0047
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  • A non-profit community farm that offers volunteer opportunities, classes, and CSAs. We donate over half of our produce to the Needham Community Council Food Pantry and other Needham residents in need.
  • (781) 789-6060
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  • Elizabeth Seton Residence is a not for profit, Catholic skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility providing short term rehabilitation and compassionate long term care to men and women of all faiths.
  • (781) 997-1100
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