COSA

COSA meets to discuss Food Security on Tue, Feb 13 @ 10am (Zoom) Speakers will include Koby Gardner-Levine from Congressman Jim McGovern's Office and Lev BenEzra from Amherst Survival Center.

Join COSA on Tuesday, March 12 for a zoom with special guest Anne Gobi, Director of Rural Affairs in Governor Healey's administration. Director Gobi will give an overview of the office, what has been worked on, and what is coming next. She will also speak to the rural pieces within the Governor’s budget with a […]

COSA is excited to invite you to an upcoming event that will explore the importance of justice, equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging at nonprofit organizations. A panel of experts from our own JEDIB Committee will share their experiences and insights on how JEDIB can positively impact organizational culture, community engagement, and overall mission success. This […]

Join COSA for the Provider's Fair! Gather with colleagues from organizations throughout Hampshire County. This tabling event provides the opportunity to network, share news about your programming, discuss trends, and discover resources.   COSA's Annual Meeting will also take place at this event. Hear reporting on the past year and plans for the future. All […]

Join us for the November COSA members meeting to network with your colleagues, share announcements from your organization, and hear from our speakers panel on the topic of housing in Western Massachusetts. Our panelists will be Shaundell Diaz, Program Director at Three County Continuum of Care, Community Action; Jodi Smith, Senior Vice President of Housing […]

Close out 2024 with COSA! Join COSA for an in-person December meeting at the Hadley Public Library. Bring a batch of your favorite cookies to share and learn how nonprofits can effectively engage with state & federal legislative offices. We will hear from legislative offices about the general timeline of events & actions in the new year, how and when to […]

As the new two-year legislative session has just begun in Massachusetts, the February COSA meeting will be focused on legislative advocacy. Many COSA member agencies have an interest in advocating for public policy that affects your programs and the people you serve. At this meeting, we'll be talking about effective strategies for engaging with legislators, […]