500 guests attended The Care Center's annual fundraising party on May 14th in celebration of the first graduates of Bard Microcollege Holyoke! Actress Amy Poehler, Senator Elizabeth Warren, and Mayor of San Juan, Carmen Yulín Cruz joined us via video. All told, the evening raised $110,000 to support young mothers. We are so grateful for your support whether you were with us in person or in … [Read more...] about Fundraising Party Celebrates First Graduates of Bard Microcollege Holyoke!
What's New
New College Writing Course
Since launching Bard Microcollege Holyoke in 2016, we have learned so much about how to support young mothers as they pursue a college degree. When students faced unforeseen childcare issues, our college counselor helped them secure care and ensure their semester was not interrupted. When we learned students were coming to class hungry, we incorporated nourishing meals and snacks into the … [Read more...] about New College Writing Course
Housing for College Students
It's really happening! Housing for Care Center students in college is coming to Holyoke. Unstable housing and homelessness are some of the biggest challenges for our students in college. That is why we are working with the largest nonprofit developer of affordable housing based in Western Massachusetts to address this issue. Located in Holyoke, just down the street from the newly renovated … [Read more...] about Housing for College Students
Aja Monet Speaks at Annual Fundraising Party
On May 8, 2017, 500 guests attended The Care Center's annual fundraising party at the Log Cabin with special guest Aja Monet. The event celebrated the inaugural year of Bard Microcollege Holyoke, the nation's first college for young mothers. The evening also celebrated each individual's power to affect change through words and actions. Aja Monet spoke passionately about the importance of … [Read more...] about Aja Monet Speaks at Annual Fundraising Party
