Lawrence Community Connections

Greater Lawrence Community Action Council is a private, nonprofit agency, designated as the official federal and state antipoverty agency for the Greater Lawrence area in Massachusetts. Greater Lawrence Community Action Council originated in 1965 as the Lawrence Community Action Council, and changed its name in 1966. It offers various programs and services to encourage and promote the improvement of community life in Greater Lawrence, with special emphasis on the initiation of programs in education, social services, child care, health, housing youth employment and related fields. Since its inception, the council has worked with local, state and federal governments and private agencies for creating opportunities for people living in poverty. The organization serves more than 20,000 clients in a variety of programs, including child health, energy, and social and community service programs. The organization is located in Lawrence.

The Northeast Document Conservation Center (NEDCC), founded in 1973, is the first independent conservation laboratory in the United States dedicated to the preservation of paper-based collections. The center provides a comprehensive range of services, including conservation assessments, imaging services, audio preservation, and training programs for cultural institutions, government agencies, and private collections. NEDCC specializes in the conservation of books, photographs, and digital media, ensuring the longevity of cultural heritage materials. With a mission to support the preservation of collections nationwide, the center also offers resources for disaster preparedness and funding opportunities for preservation efforts. Generated from the website