February Newsletter
Pittsfield’s 10×10 Upstreet Art’s Festival! February 12–22! Throughout the festival, 18 Degrees will be hosting events, setting up activities, and joining in the fun. Check out some of the events below and drop in to say hello! Winter Festival February 16 The Winter Festival is back! You won’t want to miss the cardboard sled …
January Newsletter: National Mentoring Month, FRC FAFSA Info Session & North Adams K4H!
January: National Mentoring Month! At 18 Degrees, our mentor-mentee pairs commit to spending 1.5 hours together each week over the course of a year. They share experiences, navigate life’s challenges, and celebrate personal achievements together. The impact? Nearly all pairs choose to continue their journey beyond the first year. Beyond training …
18 DEGREES SECURES $500K STATE AWARD FOR CRITICAL CHILDCARE FACILITY UPGRADES
Local Support Helps Close the Gap on this $1.3M Project 18 Degrees has received key state capital renovation funding to make critical improvements to its childcare facilities at 480 West St. This award from the Healey-Driscoll Administration, combined with support from the Jane and Jack Fitzpatrick Trust and a low-interest bridge loan from the Gilson Family Foundation, brought the project to life. Greylock …
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October 2025 Impact + Upcoming News: Recitals, Awards, Looking Ahead
From iBerkshires, Delores Moore Named Teacher of the Month! Delores Moore has been a staple in Pittsfield Public Schools for over 30 years. While she retired from her post in the school district this summer, her impact and presence have not wavered at all. In her role as Senior Site Coordinator of the …
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18 Degrees October Highlights: Annual Meeting, Special Events & News to Celebrate!
REGISTER NOW! 18 Degrees Offers Foster Parent Info Sessions Learn More & Register Here Check out the October Calendar of Events in the 18 Degrees Family Resource Center We have a fantastic lineup of groups and programs designed to support mothers, fathers, and kinship caregivers. Whether you’re looking for community connections, parenting …
Community Invited to Info Sessions on Becoming a Foster Parent
18 Degrees is excited to announce a series of informative sessions for individuals and families interested in becoming foster parents. Interested parties can select from information sessions held virtually with registration options below. Foster care plays a crucial role in providing safe, nurturing environments for children who have experienced trauma and instability. The need for …
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August 2025 Children in Foster Care Need Our Help
Our Children Need Us At 18 Degrees we affirm our collective responsibility as a society to keep children safe and protect their well-being. In Massachusetts, anywhere from 8,000 – 9,000 children experience foster care each year. However, there are only about 5,500 licensed foster homes statewide. Fewer foster homes leads to less stability …
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July 2025 News from 18 Degrees
More Than a Celebration LGBTQIA+ Program Manager, Christopher Dellea, is at the helm of our Brave Spaces youth and family programming. Christopher’s team creates an inclusive and fun space for youth and young adults to be their authentic selves. Programming is designed to empower young people, build a sense of belonging, strengthen connection and …
Kids 4 Harmony 2025 Gala Success
K4H Gala Concert Kicks Off Summer in the Berkshires Our 2025 Kids 4 Harmony Summer Gala Concert on June 24th at Tanglewood was a joyful celebration and a huge success! It was a warm and heartfelt evening celebrating our largest graduating class—many with us since the program’s early days—plus a moving tribute to Ed …
June 2025 Kids 4 Harmony News
Natalia Bernal Quintet and Kids 4 Harmony Pictured: Kids 4 Harmony Chamber Players, Artistic Director Sean Elligers, and Natalia Bernal Last month, the Natalia Bernal Quintet gave an intimate performance at Tanglewood’s Linde Center, featuring songs from their newly released album, “En Diablada” and a special collaboration with Kids 4 Harmony. Ten advanced …
May 2025 Foster Care Awareness, Advocacy & More
2025 Caring Force Rally Boston President & CEO Stephanie Steed and members of our Youth Leadership Council gave remarks in Boston earlier this month at the 13th Annual Caring Force Rally at the State House. “This rally serves as a powerful reminder of our meaningful impact across Massachusetts. We are part of a collective of …
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April 2025 Celebrating our Volunteers
April is Volunteer Appreciation Month Over 150 volunteers gave more than 6,000 hours of their time in 2024, helping to advance our mission–from Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) and mentors, to interns and volunteers who help with administrative tasks, Family Resource Center events, reading in our classrooms, and much more. Each volunteer helps support our …
March 2025 News from 18 Degrees
Spring Advocacy at the Boston State House 18 Degrees joined nonprofit organizations and community partners from across the Commonwealth on more than one occasion this month advocating for legislative actions that support the people and communities we serve. A Day in Boston With Our Youth Amy Guachione is an 18 Degrees Mentor and our Director …
March 2025 Kids 4 Harmony News
Pittsfield Casual Concert on Tuesday, March 25th Join us next week to experience Kids 4 Harmony in action! Featuring performances by our Pittsfield Advanced String Ensemble, Elayne P. Bernstein Ensemble, and Chamber Players as they show you what they have been diligently working on so far this school year. We’re also excited to begin …
February 2025 News from 18 Degrees
A Time For Celebration “Mommy & Me” Playgroup in the Family Resource Center received Valentine’s Day goodie bags from the Kiwanis of Lee Aktion Club. The shortest month of the year, February can feel like the longest in New England as we wait for spring to arrive, but there is actually much to celebrate. …
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