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The Chelmsford Military Community Covenant was established by the Chelmsford Board of Selectmen in 2009, in partnership with Hanscom AFB as a formal effort to support military families living in Chelmsford. The primary purpose of the program is to make Chelmsford feel more like home for military by drawing upon a support network of volunteers and contributions from the local business community.

Merrimack Repertory Theatre has been Merrimack Valley’s professional theatre company since 1979, and is an integral part of Lowell’s identity as the cultural heart of the region.

Individuals and groups seeking volunteer opportunities can help the park in a variety of ways.

The Chelmsford Library serves the intellectual, entertainment, and social needs of the Chelmsford Community. We have a variety of resources, programs, and services, available both at our main branch in Chelmsford center and our MacKay branch in North Chelmsford.

They provide a free, confidential, 24-hour crisis line staffed by trained volunteers. Their mission is to befriend and offer emotional support in an atmosphere of care, compassion and confidentiality for those in imminent danger of suicide; to support and strengthen survivors of suicide and those impacted by depression and despair; and to promote emotional wellness through community outreach, education and prevention services.

The Upper Merrimack Valley MRC is one of about 33 Medical Reserve Corps units in Massachusetts – and one of nearly 800 across America – that is actively recruiting, training, and deploying civilian volunteers in case of emergencies. We are always eager to welcome new members who would like to make a difference in their community, both in responding to a crisis and supporting local community health programs. Although this is a regional unit which serves the seven communities across the Upper Merrimack Valley, applicants can choose whether to serve in their town only, the UMV region, or across Massachusetts upon urgent request.

The GLCF administers more than 200 endowed funds that have been set up to benefit the people and organizations of the Greater Lowell area. Service : grants to qualified non-profit organizations; scholarships to area students.

Trade association for business, industrial, and professional members who work together to maintain and enhance a healthy climate for private enterprise. Services are varied, call for information. “Community Player” scholarship given to two Greater Lowell area graduating seniors.

The Country Lane Garden Club in Chelmsford, MA promotes good gardening practices, civic beautification and conservation of natural resources. We meet monthly (usually the second Monday of the month) from 7-9 PM. We have speakers and workshops on a variety of topics, including garden design and maintenance, plant propagation, floral design, making wreaths and planters, attracting birds and wildlife to your garden, and many more topics! Please join us at our meeting, which are free and open to the public.

What we Do: -We are Catholic men of faith and men of charitable action. -We fundraise for people with Intellectual & Physical Disabilities with our Tootsie Roll Drive. -We run annual events for kids with disabilities – Bowling Events and a Summer Fair. -We support many charitable causes:Coats for Kids, Food for Families, and other local charitable organizations with donations & volunteerism. -We support Special Olympics. -We support Culture of Life and associated activities. -We help build the Domestic Church through fundraising, supporting seminarians and being active participants in the various Church ministries.