Nonprofits

BioConnects New England, a multi-state biotech coalition of which Worcester Polytechnic Institute is a member, partnered with Latinos in Bio, a Massachusetts nonprofit focused on creating opportunities for Latinx in biotech industries.

The Women in Manufacturing Association, a nonprofit trade association based in Ohio, elected Sheree Gaus global director of health, safety, and environment at Waters Corp., to the association’s board of directors.

Princeton nonprofit NEADS World Class Service Dogs collaborated with American retail giant Walmart to remove fake service dog vests from store shelves in Massachusetts and throughout the East Coast.

U.S. veterans face many unique challenges navigating post-military life, but one local nonprofit has made it its mission to see them succeed. Veterans Inc., a Worcester based nonprofit, has become a national leader in providing services for veterans.

Gloria Cosquete began taking care of her mother long before she exhibited any signs of dementia.

CENTRO Inc., a Worcester nonprofit providing social services, secured $975,000 as part of the $1.5-trillion federal appropriations package signed into law by President Joe Biden on March 12.

Habitat for Humanity MetroWest/Greater Worcester, which is based in Worcester, received a $3.5-million unrestricted gift from MacKenzie Scott, the author, philanthropist, and ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeffrey Bezos.

Cornerstone Bank, GFA Federal Credit Union, LLB Architects, and Mirick O'Connell were among the companies who all announced new hires and promotions.

Informal meetings take place across Worcester everyday with the express goal of uplifting a Gateway City on the brink of larger economic and cultural significance.

RCAP Solutions, a Worcester nonprofit which focuses on affordable housing solutions, appointed Executive Vice President Brian Scales as interim president and CEO, replacing long-time leader Karen Koller.