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Berkshire Community Action Council works with our community to find creative and sustainable solutions that promote economic stability and alleviate the destabilizing effects of poverty on our neighbors. BCAC Pittsfield Office:
1531 East Street, Pittsfield, MA
413-445-4503

Coming soon!
14 Maplewood Avenue, Pittsfield, MA

North County Office:
85 Main Street, 2nd Floor, North Adams MA
413-663-3014

11/03/2026

Thank you to the Berkshire Bewitches for hosting the Bewitches Ball this past weekend and choosing BCAC’s Elf Children’s Warm Clothing Program as the beneficiary! The funds you raised, along with the donated coats and accessories, will bring warmth, comfort, and smiles to local children this winter. We are grateful for your support.

11/03/2026

Now is a great time to see if you qualify for HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program)!

If you live in Massachusetts, meet household income guidelines, and pay for home heating (or have heat included in your rent), you may be eligible for assistance with your heating costs.

Don't wait to find out! Check your eligibility and apply today.

Visit www.bcacinc.org to get started.
We are here to help!

10/29/2026

The Elf Children’s Warm Clothing Program application deadline has been extended to November 5, 2026.

La fecha límite de solicitud para el Programa de Ropa de Abrigo para Niños Elf se ha extendido hasta el 5 de noviembre de 2026.

10/29/2026

The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) officially opens on November 1!

Did you know? You may still qualify for HEAP even if you rent your home or if heat is included in your rent.

Apply for HEAP today @ toapply.org/BCAC

10/28/2026

We are incredibly grateful for the support of Greylock Federal Credit Union. On Monday, some of their team stopped by with a donation for the Elf Children’s Warm Clothing Program, helping us ensure local children have the warm clothing they need this winter.

What makes this partnership so special goes far beyond financial support. These amazing women consistently show up for our community, offering their time, kindness, and compassion to our neighbors when they need it most.

We are honored to work alongside people who truly care and make a difference every day. Thank you, Greylock Federal Credit Union, for helping us spread warmth and hope.

10/26/2026

Support the Elf Children’s Warm Clothing Program! Hope to see you there!

Berkshire Bewitches presents The Witch's Hallow Halloween BallCostume Contest • Live Music • Hors d'oeuvres • RafflesProceeds to benefit BCAC Elf Warm Clothing ProgramCollection boxes for new outerwear will be at the event for ages newborn to 12 years.7-11

10/26/2026

It was a pleasure to have Sarah and Alicia from Blue Q at our Children’s Winter Boutique. They arrived with a generous donation of clothing items to help keep local children warm this winter.

Thank you, Blue Q, for your continued generosity and commitment to supporting families in our community!

10/26/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our friends and partners at the Elizabeth Freeman Center on being named one of the Best of the Berkshires this year! 💜

While we may have lost our streak, we couldn’t be happier to see this recognition go to such a deserving organization. We’re proud to partner with an organization that makes such a meaningful difference in our community every day.

Congratulations on this well-deserved honor! 👏💜

10/24/2026

Sponsored
What does it mean to live in poverty? The answer may depend on a formula created more than 60 years ago.

In Berkshire County, a family of four earning $33,000 a year could spend $1,800 a month on rent alone — leaving little for food, heat, transportation and everything else.

At Berkshire Community Action Council, the reality is clear: financial hardship doesn't stop when a family earns a dollar above the official poverty line. Many of the people seeking help earn too much to be considered officially poor, but still struggle to make ends meet.

Is it time to rethink how America defines poverty?

Read the full story here: www.berkshireeagle.com/sponsored/a-poverty-line-frozen-in-time/5042012

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10/24/2026

Diana from VIM stopped in this week to thank our volunteers and drop off applications for the Elf Children’s Warm Clothing Program. If you are thinking of applying, do it now! Applications are available at https://www.bcacinc.org/winter-clothing-program/ Deadline to get applications in is this Thursday, October 29!

Address

1531 East Street
Pittsfield, MA
01201

Telephone

(413) 445-4503

Website

http://www.bcacinc.org/

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