Giving To SSCAC!

Together, We Make a Difference!

The power and the promise of community action lies in the impact we make on the lives of the most vulnerable among us.

For over 60 years, South Shore Community Action Council has helped low-income people of all ages with their most pressing needs for food, housing, utilities, transportation, early education, job training, and more. In times of crisis, we are a critical safety net for families struggling to get by.

If you would like to see your contribution reach those in your community who need it most, make a donation online today.

It's safe, it's easy, and it's secure.

Stability, Opportunity, and Hope

The SSCAC Community Compass

Helping Individuals and Families on the South Shore Navigate Toward Stability, Opportunity, and Hope.


For over 60 years, SSCAC has served as a trusted community compass—acting as the first call, steady guide, and safe harbor for thousands of neighbors moving toward financial stability. While our core programs deliver essential building blocks like energy assistance, transportation, early education, and food, true progress requires more than meeting immediate needs.

Align With Your Personal Passions

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EARLY EDUCATION

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TEAM UP AGAINST HUNGER

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TRANSPORTATION

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Community Compass

Unrestricted donations give us the ability to fund programs that are in need of support.

FLEXIBLE SUPPORT
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Team Up Against Hunger

Support our efforts to end hunger and promote nutrition on the South Shore.

HUNGER RELIEF
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Early Education

Give our children the start they need to thrive.

EARLY EDUCATION
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Transportation

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TRANSPORTATION

Planned Giving: Your Legacy of Impact

You don't have to be wealthy to be generous.

Planned Giving is one of the most powerful and meaningful ways to support the South Shore Community Action Council (SSCAC). By including us in your financial and estate plans, you create a lasting legacy that will help your neighbors on the South Shore achieve self-sufficiency for years to come.

Planned gifts are generally made from assets rather than income and can provide significant tax benefits while ensuring we can continue our mission.

Ways To Give

Giving to South Shore Community Action Council is easy and seamless. Choose the option that works best for you.

IT'S COOL TO BE KIND

SSCAC is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) committed to fighting poverty and creating opportunities for low-income people on the South Shore. We work hard to ensure 95 cents of every dollar we receive is used on programs and services that help those who need it most.

SSCAC’s fiscal year runs from October 1 to September 31.

For a copy of your gift receipt, don’t hesitate to get in touch with SSCAC’s office of Planning & Development at development@sscac.org or 508-747-7575

FEDERAL TAX ID: 04-6125732

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  • By Credit Card

    Make a secure online gift with a credit card. You can make a credit card gift over the phone by calling 508-747-7575.

  • By Mail

    All checks should be made payable to South Shore Community Action Council and mailed to the following address. Any gift restrictions can be noted in the check memo line or via an accompanying note.


    South Shore Community Action Council

    Attn: Planning & Development

    71 Obery Street

    Plymouth, MA 02360


  • By Donor Advised Funds (DAF)

    Each charity administering donor-advised funds has its own grant recommendation procedures. It may be helpful to know that SSCAC is legally registered with the IRS as a non-profit with a tax ID (EIN) of 04-6125732. If you have any questions or concerns about donating through a DAF, please email development@sscac.org.

  • By Stock, Mutual Fund, or Other Security

    Outright gifts of appreciated securities (stocks, bonds, mutual fund shares) can provide you with tax advantages. For additional assistance, please email development@sscac.org.

  • Employer Matching Gift

    Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match charitable contributions made by their employees. To find out if your company has a matching gift policy, please check with your human resources department.