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WBJournal   October, 2015
$29,000 Grant to Support Holy Cross Service Group
Working for Worcester has won a $29,000 grant from The Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts to help the organization upgrade and expand.
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​Holy Cross Magazine   October, 2015
Working for Worcester Receives a $29,000 Grant for Technology and Sustainability From Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts
Working for Worcester, a project that started with six college students in a residence hall room at the College of the Holy Cross in 2012, had the goal of increasing access to recreational spaces and promoting wellness resources for Worcester families and children. Full Article >

Mass Live   September, 2015
Have an idea for a recreation space in Worcester? Working for Worcester wants your proposal
Working for Worcester is wondering what you would like to see built or refurbished in your neighborhood in April. Full Article >

Worcester Public Schools District News     May, 2015
Good News in Worcester PUBLIC Schools
1,500 volunteers joined for the effort, including students from 10 Worcester college campuses, providing an estimated $100,000 worth of investment.
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WCVB Boston News   October, 2014
Give People 60 Rakes, Amazing Things Happen
Worcester is home to nine colleges and universities. Just a couple of years ago, two Holy Cross students decided to mke a difference in the city with "Working for Worcester." Full Article >

NBC News   May, 2014
Holy Cross Senior Helps Rebuild His College Town
When Jeffrey Reppucci, 23, was sent abroad to study in Russia during his sophomore year at College of Holy Cross in Worcester, Mass., he would have never predicted a project launched in a foreign land would end up making a difference in his own college town. Full article >

Boston Globe  April, 2014
Holy Cross’s Jeffrey Reppucci wins Hockey Humanitarian Award
He grew up in the scenic city of Newburyport, Mass., but it wasn’t until Jeffrey Reppucci relocated to Worcester to begin his career at Holy Cross that he found his calling. Full article >

Worcester Telegram  April, 2014
Scores out Working for Worcester
Thousands of red and white T-shirt-wearing volunteers spread throughout the city Saturday, renovating parks, playgrounds, school facilities and other community recreation areas as part of the second annual Working for Worcester. Full article >

MassLive  April, 2014 
At 'Working for Worcester,' Hundreds Band Together to Fix up Schools, Community Centers (Photos)
About 1,000 volunteers gathered at Holy Cross in Worcester Saturday morning before dispersing to fix up sites across the city. Full article >

Telegram Towns  July, 2014 
Good deeds roll up sleeves in United Way Summer Youth Program
School is out for the summer, and the hallways and classrooms and community spaces are empty. Everyone knows this is the best time to check off items on the mile-long to-do list. And on July 11, a dozen or so kids, thanks to a coordination between the United Way and Working For Worcester, did just that. Full article >

Holy Cross Magazine  April, 2014
Working for Worcester to be Held April 12 
On Saturday, April 12, more than 1,000 volunteers will work to renovate 20 community recreation sites in the second annual Working for Worcester. Full article >

Around the District  2014
Around the District #4 Working for Worcester
Dan welcomes students from the College of the Holy Cross who are part of the Working for Worcester project. Full article >

Clark Athletics  April, 2014
Cross Country Teams Take Part In “Working For Worcester" 
On Saturday, April 12, the men's and women's cross country teams at Clark University took part in the Working for Worcester initiative. Full article >

Massachusetts YouthBuild  April, 2014
Working for Worcester
Working for Worcester is a student inspired and organized 501(c)3 social initiative that brings together college students, local businesses, non-profits, neighborhood groups, community and faith-based organizations, government agencies, and major corporations to promote stronger community wellness through creating recreation infrastructure and facilities at Worcester’s schools, parks, community centers, sports fields, and other valuable family and youth-oriented spaces. Full article >

The Daily Herd (WPI)  February, 2014
Not just a pretty face, WPI senior wins title (Mr. Worcester)
When Taylor McNally saw the Worcester Student Government Association’s email seeking applicants for Worcester’s first-ever Mr. Worcester pageant, he didn’t think too much of it. Full article >

GoLocal Worcester  April, 2014
Working For Worcester to Renovate 20 Recreation Sites on April 12
More than 1,000 volunteers will work to renovate 20 community recreation sites in the second annual Working for Worcester on Saturday, April 12th. Full article >

The Monstah Mash  April, 2014
Working for Worcester event a huge success!
On Saturday April 12 a very great thing happened in Worcester MA. Full article >

The Crusader  April, 2014
Working for Worcester Kicks Off This Weekend
This Saturday, April 12, over 1,000 volunteers will work to restore 20 community recreation sites in the second annual Working for Worcester. Full article >

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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Our Story
    • Founders
    • Managing Team
    • Former Executive Directors
    • Advisory Board
    • Project Supporters
    • About Worcester
    • Contact Us
  • Get Involved
    • Subscribe
    • Become a Volunteer
    • Becoming a Sponsor
  • Project Results
    • W4W 2021
    • W4W 2020
    • W4W 2019
    • W4W 2018
    • W4W 2017
    • W4W 2016
    • W4W 2015
    • W4W 2014
    • W4W 2013 >
      • Project Recap
      • 2013 Build Day Video
  • News
    • Hat Sales