Friends of Council on Aging

The Friends of the Groveland Council on Aging is a dedicated non-profit organization operating in close collaboration with the Groveland Council on Aging Office. Comprised of volunteers and community members, our primary objective is to raise essential funds in support of the Groveland COA’s mission. Together, we strive to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all.

Next Friends Meeting: Thursday, April 3rd at 2pm inside Town Hall, Center Meeting Room.

Meetings are typically the first Thursday of each month at 2 pm in the Center Meeting Room at Town Hall.
All are Welcome! Help us plan the next year of fundraising events!

Spring Concert Fundraiser! Friday, April 11, at 6:30 PM

Join the Friends of the Groveland COA at Bagnall Elementary School on Friday, April 11, at 6:30 PM for an evening of uplifting music to welcome spring. The Northshoremen, a local chorus from the Barbershop Harmony Society, will fill the room with rich harmonies to help you relax and rejuvenate. Tickets: $15 adults, $10 students. Tickets can be purchased at the COA Office (info table in office entry way), by emailing 01834fogcoa@gmail.com, or at the door at the time of the concert.

This event is organized by the Friends of the Groveland Council on Aging and is funded in part by a grant from the Groveland Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council.

Stay tuned for ticket details. Plus, don’t forget to bring your lucky charm—we’ll be holding a 50/50 raffle!

Groveland Community Yard Sale – May 2 & 3

Declutter and cash in! The Friends of the Council on Aging are hosting a Community Yard Sale Fundraiser on Friday, May 2, and Saturday, May 3.

• Registration: $25 (includes the $10 town permit); register online here.
• We Provide: Publicity, maps, and signage—just set up and sell!
• Deadline: Register by April 15 (online or paper forms available in March)
• Payment: Cash, check, or Venmo
• Privacy: Only your address, sale dates/times, and item categories will be shared

Donations from your sale are appreciated but not required.

For details, register online here, visit Friends of COA Facebook pages or contact Marianne Naffah at mnaffah8@gmail.com or 978-478-8162. Let’s make space and support a great cause!

Please consider a donation to the Friends of Groveland COA. Please consider a donation to the Friends of Groveland COA. As a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, we rely on the support of individuals like you to fuel our mission of supporting the activities, services, and programs of the Groveland Council on Aging.

Every donation, regardless of size, moves us closer to fostering a more inclusive and supportive community for our older adults. We deeply appreciate your support and the positive change it brings to the lives of those we serve. Payments can be made out to “Friends of Groveland COA” and mailed to P.O Box 301, Groveland MA 01834.

Join us as a Contributing Member of the Friends of the Groveland COA and help us provide vital financial support to the Groveland COA. With just $10 per calendar year, your membership enables us to support crucial programs, services, and activities offered by the Groveland COA. Download and submit your membership form to the Friends today!
Please note that being a Friends member is not required nor connected to being able to participate in COA services and activities; however, it offers an opportunity for active donors to contribute directly to our cause.

Monthly Meetings The Friends of the COA usually meet the 1st Thursday of each month at 3:00 pm in the Center Meeting Room at Town Hall. Our Friends provide much-needed funding for programs and events not covered in the COA’s annual town budget. Support has included: Speakers, performers, exercise supplies, summer BBQs, kitchen supplies, refreshments for events like Volunteer Appreciation Day, Older Americans Day, summer BBQs, Game Day, Market Basket gift certificates and more. The Friends have sponsored fundraisers, in the past, such as a Plant Sale, High Tea, and Town Wide Yard Sale.

Ecosmith Recycling for the COA

Please check out the Textile recycle bin in the parking lot behind the police station (close to the entrance to River Pines)! The purpose of the textile recycling bin is to collect clothing, towels, blankets, stuffed animals, curtains, shoes, purses and rags. All textiles are acceptable — even if ripped and/or stained cloth!

• Important: PLEASE use a plastic bag to deposit textiles.  
• Make sure the materials are DRY. (Wet materials will create mold and mildew and the whole container load will have to be trashed.)
• NOTE: NO furniture, books, TVs (electronics) or papers.

Thank you for your willingness to help!

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Council on Aging