The Lend A Hand Society (LAH) is committed to supporting the basic emergency needs of low-income individuals and families in the greater Boston area through partnerships with social service agencies. Their mission extends across three primary programs: emergency assistance, camperships for children, and the book mission — with the latter also operating nationwide.
The Book Mission Grants provided by the Lend A Hand Society aim to support education and literacy among low-income populations by funding the acquisition of books for educational institutions and libraries. These grants are specifically designated for purchases that enable libraries to offer books on a lending basis to those in need. The intention behind these grants is to enhance access to educational resources for underserved communities. Successful applicants are required to submit a report detailing how the funds were utilized, including the achievements made towards the predefined goals and objectives of the funded project, at the end of the grant period. This reporting process is also a consideration in the evaluation of any subsequent funding requests.