MLK Day 2025: Make No-Sew Blankets & Bookmarks for School on Wheels of MA @ BLS

*Orientation is waived for this opportunity in celebration of MLK Day 2025!
**If you are not a current Boston Cares member, you must create an account on our website to sign up for this opportunity.
***Each individual, regardless of age, will need to be registered.  If you are under 13 or want to volunteer with someone under the age of 13, please email volunteers@bostoncares.org with name, date of birth, best parent/guardian contact, and the opportunity you would like to sign up for to get an account created for them and all set to volunteer!

School on Wheels of Massachusetts (SOWMA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the educational, social, and emotional needs of students impacted by homelessness and poverty. Our key programs include: 

• Tutoring: Providing academic support to children and youth in shelters, transitional housing, and hotels. 
• Mentoring: The Bridge Mentoring Program pairs high school and college-age students with mentors to guide them through post-secondary education and training. 
• Backpacks & School Supplies: Delivering backpacks and grade-level school supplies and books to 11,000 students annually. 

Our mission is to ensure that every student, regardless of circumstance, has the opportunity to reach their potential and become a confident, self-sustaining member of their community. We aim to break the cycle of homelessness and poverty by expanding our impact across the Commonwealth to educate kids, empower families and end the cycle of homelessness – one child at a time.

MBTA Line Accessibility: Boston Latin School is a 7 minute walk (0.3 mi) from the Longwood Medical Area T Stop (Green Line - E), a 16 minute walk (0.7 mi) from the Longwood T Stop (Green Line - D), a 17 minute walk (0.7 mi) from the Roxbury Crossing T Stop (Orange Line), and an 18 minute walk (0.8 mi) from the Landsdown Commuter Rail Stop (Framingham/Worcester Line).  Bus routes 8, 19, 39, 47, CT2 and CT3 all have stops within 0.2mi of Boston Latin School.

At Boston Cares, we recognize that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental values that guide our mission and work.  Boston Cares is committed to creating a community where everyone is valued, respected, and can come and participate as their authentic selves.  We expect that all volunteers and partners join us in promoting a safe and supportive space for everyone.