News and Events
Welcome to Crittenton Women’s Union’s News and Events. Here you’ll find CWU’s press kit, latest press releases, recent coverage, newsletter and information about upcoming events.
Ending the cycle of poverty one woman at a time.
December 12, 2011
Lechille and her infant daughter, Lanae, suddenly became homeless last year. Thankfully, they found food and temporary housing at our emergency shelter in Brighton. But Lechille was surprised to find she could receive so much more at CWU.
Read MoreCWU Transforms Lives
October 15, 2011
Learn from Lechille, Mariya, and Yolanda how CWU is creating opportunities for low-income women to live, work, and thrive!
Read MoreShop Whole Foods in Brighton August 23rd and 5% of sales will benefit CWU
August 16, 2011
Whole Foods Market in Brighton, Mass., has selected CWU to be the beneficiary of its next community giving day. Find out how you can participate!
Read MoreCelebrating 5 Years of Innovation
June 26, 2011
CWU turns 5! Learn more about why we have so much to celebrate.
Read MoreIn memoriam
January 3, 2011
Crittenton Women’s Union Board Member Edward Lappen died suddenly on December 31st, a sad loss that will be profoundly felt by the CWU staff and board. Ed brought deep compassion and determined commitment to helping women and their families overcome poverty and achieve the American dream.
Read MorePODCAST: MASS. ECONOMIC INDEPENDENCE INDEX & HOT JOBS 2010 RELEASE EVENT
March 8, 2010
BOSTON, March 8, 2010 - Listen to a podcast of CWU release event of Mass. costs of living for single parent with two children hit $61,618 a year. Companion study finds just 11 “Hot Jobs” in state for middle-skilled workers.
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