The Kindred Project

05/13/2026

🏠 We got 30 days notice to leave a home we've had for over 20 years.

We won't lie. It stopped us in our tracks.

But then something happened.

Lowell showed up.

Phone calls. Offers. Partners stepping in before we even finished asking. People we haven't heard from in years reaching out to say, “we've got you”.

Forty-three years ago, we started feeding this community. Turns out, it was feeding us all along. We just didn't know how many people had our back until we needed them to.

Here's what you need to know:

🚛 We are not stopping. Starting May 1, we are distributing food directly from our truck in partnership with the Greater Boston Food Bank and the City of Lowell. Family food boxes. Same care. Different location.

📍 Stay connected. Distribution times and locations will be posted here in real time. If you or someone you know depends on us, follow this page and share this post.

❤️ We need you. A donation right now — any amount — keeps food moving and helps us prepare our new permanent home, which is coming soon.

The unexpected doesn't break a community.

It reveals one.

Donate: theopenpantry.org
Questions: (978) 453-6693

Please share. Someone who needs this information is in your network right now.

04/28/2026

The next round of mini-grant applications are due this week!

Individuals, business, nonprofits, and schools are elilgible to apply. Creative projects of all disciplines are welcome. Projects must be Lowell-based.

For more information visit mosaiclowell.org/mini-grants-for-creative-projects/

04/15/2026

03/18/2026

02/18/2026

Energy Bill Check-Ups
📅 February 24, March 12 and 26
⏰ 10:00 – 11:30 AM
City of Lowell Senior Center, 276 Broadway

All In Energy is offering free Energy Bill Check-Ups to help you better understand your gas and electric bills and determine if you're paying more than you should.

During your session, an Energy Guide will:
Review your current gas and/or electric bill
Explain charges and usage
Identify potential savings opportunities
Share available programs, options, and resources

💡 This is a no-cost service.

Please bring a digital or printed copy of your gas and/or electric bill.

Revisión de Facturas de Energía
📅 24 de febrero, 12 y 26 de marzo
⏰ 10:00 – 11:30 a. m.
Lowell Senior Center, 276 Broadway

All In Energy ofrece Revisiones Gratuitas de Facturas de Energía para ayudarle a comprender mejor sus facturas de gas y electricidad y determinar si está pagando más de lo que debería.

Durante su sesión, un/a Asesor/a de Energía:
Revisará su factura actual de gas y/o electricidad
Explicará los cargos y el consumo
Identificará posibles oportunidades de ahorro
Compartirá programas, opciones y recursos disponibles

💡 Este es un servicio gratuito.

Por favor, traiga una copia digital o impresa de su factura de gas y/o electricidad.

02/08/2026

In anticipation of cold temperatures, a Warming Center for all individuals will be available at the Inn & Conference Center, 50 Warren St.

The Warming Center will open Saturday, February 7, at 7:00PM, and remain open until Monday, February 9, at 12:00PM noon.

Please note that all Lowell Transitional Living Center (LTLC) rules and regulations apply while the Warming Center is open.

All are encouraged to be prepared for the extreme cold weather by:
• Staying indoors if possible.
• Avoiding outdoor exposure for extended periods and covering exposed skin. Please be aware that very cold temperatures can cause frostbite in as little as 15 minutes.
• Keeping pets indoors and checking paws for any signs of injury or damage.
• Looking in on neighbors when safe to do so, especially older adults and people with special needs.
• Notifying the Lowell 911 Center if you are aware of someone suffering from the cold and/or frostbite.

🔗 More winter weather safety and preparation tips are available at: https://www.ready.gov/winter-weather

01/27/2026

One week to get those mini-grant applications in! $1,000 direct grant for creative projects of all disciplines. More information on our website.

10/28/2025

📢 You’re invited! The City of Lowell will host an Open House on Wednesday, October 29, 6:00 –8:00 PM at the Lowell Senior Center (276 Broadway St).

Come review and provide feedback on conceptual designs for proposed roadway safety improvements in Back Central, the Acre, and the Lower Highlands. Help shape projects that will improve walkability, accessibility, and safety in our neighborhoods.

08/13/2025

Another opportunity for vendors and creatives!

📣 Open Streets Lowell is seeking vendors! They're looking for both folks selling hand-made or unique goods for an 🎨 Arts and Crafts Market *and* folks interested in vending in a 🧩 Creative Experiences Zone (Demonstrations, face painting, live crafting activities, etc.)

Visit diylowell.org/vendor for more information. Application deadline is August 31st.

07/10/2025

We're braving the rainy weather today. We hope you will too! Join us at one of our open sites for a lunch or dinner. Free for all kids and teens!