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A large group of people stands on grass near a "Finish" arch, many with their arms raised. Some wear pink shirts featuring the Mental Makeover logo. A black tent is set up on the right, and trees are visible in the background.
Mental Makeover
community mental health North Shore
mental health awareness Massachusetts

Salem,
MA 01970
978-317-8344
Two people warmly shake hands as the Massachusetts LGBT Chamber of Commerce logo stands out in the foreground, highlighting a spirit of unity and collaboration.
Massachusetts LGBT Chamber of Commerce
business development MA
business resources Massachusetts

Easthampton,
MA
857-529-8010
A three-story red brick building with white-trimmed windows, two flags above the entrance, and several plaques on the facade stands under a cloudy sky. A black iron fence lines the front, marking this site as part of Historic Beverly.
Historic Beverly
Balch House Beverly
Beverly historical society
117 Cabot Street
Beverly,
MA 01915
(978) 922-1186
A graphic with colorful ribbons and icons representing art, food, family, nature, shopping, boating, and a building. The center has the text “Member photo coming soon” on a light background.
Danvers Alarm List Company

Danvers,
MA
A group stands on a brick sidewalk, proudly holding a North Shore AAPI Coalition banner and waving rainbow flags at an outdoor event. Others in the background join in, smiling and showing their support with more flags.
North Shore AAPI Coalition
AAPI advocacy Massachusetts
AAPI community Salem MA

Salem,
MA 01970
617-640-6126
A house with solar panels on the roof.
Waldorf School at Moraine Farm | Private Education
arts integration
beverly
701 Cabot Street
Beverly,
Massachusetts 01915
978-927-8811
A lively stone gazebo with a weather vane crowns a park bench and fountain, uniting Essex County neighbors amid blooms and trees.
Moraine Farm
historic estate trails
Olmsted landscape Beverly
779 Cabot Street
Beverly,
MA 01915
978-689-9105
a colorful bench with a bunch of cartoon characters painted on it.
Peabody Cultural Collaborative
arts and culture
community
22 Foster Street
Peabody,
Massachusetts 1960
A stage with red velvet curtains, spotlight, and “Salem YMCA Creative Arts: Inspire, Create, Perform” beside the Salem YMCA Creative Arts logo on a dark background.
Salem YMCA Creative Arts
adult dance classes Salem
ballet classes Salem MA
1 Sewall Street
Salem,
MA 01970
978-744-0351
Children and adults unite with raised arms at a lively Creative Collective event, sparking creativity and community in North Shore, Essex County.
Centerboard
economic empowerment
family support
16 City Hall Square
Lynn,
MA 01901
781-598-9417
a group of people in a kitchen preparing food.
Root NS
cafe
career skills
Shetland Park, 35 Congress Street, Suite 2350, 3rd Floor
Salem,
MA 01970
978-616-7615
Salem Summer Jam promo: “Music + Games + Family Fun.” Locals dance and light up the night in vibrant purple-pink Essex County energy.
Salem Summer Jam
autism inclusive programming Salem
community festival Salem Willows

Salem,
MA 01970
619-882-9313
a group of people standing around a white van.
The Salem Pantry
charity
donation
27 Congress Street, Suite 203
Salem,
MA 01970
978-552-3954
A vibrant stone church with a tall bell tower and red doors welcomes the Essex County community, nestled among trees and an iron fence.
St. Peter’s – San Pedro Episcopal Church
bilingual church Salem
community outreach
24 St. Peter Street
Salem,
MA 01970
978-745-2291
a group of young women standing next to each other.
Northeast Arc
charity
danvers
1 Southside Road
Danvers,
MA 01923
855-696-3272
Five musicians posed indoors, featuring both string and wind instruments, with the text "ARPEGGIONE" boldly displayed across the image.
Arpeggione Ensemble
accessible classical concerts
bipoc led

Beverly,
MA 01915
(978) 500-7766
A vibrant "Salem Athenaeum Established 1760" sign welcomes all to a creative Essex County hub, framed by pink blooms and a lively fence.
Salem Athenaeum
book club
books
337 Essex Street
Salem,
MA 01970
978-744-2540
A black and white image shows a woman hugging a child with eyes closed. To the left, the text reads, “Samaritan Charitable Society of Salem.” Both appear calm and peaceful, reflecting the caring mission of this charitable society in Salem.
Samaritan Charitable Society of Salem
emergency financial assistance Salem MA
emergency grants Salem
P.O. Box 8644
Salem,
MA 01970
A striking two-story house with a steep roof and central chimney stands among tall trees, a proud symbol of Essex County’s creative spirit.
The Pickering House
American history tours
colonial architecture
18 Broad Street
Salem,
MA 01970
978-744-4777
Aerial view of Salem's lively waterfront brimming with historic charm, creative energy, local businesses, and Essex County spirit.
The Salem Partnership
265 Essex Street, Suite 304
Salem,
MA 01970
(978)-741-8100
A vibrant white house amid blooming tulips and lush green welcomes Essex County’s creators, fueling community and creative sparks.
Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens
colonial revival gardens
historic estate North Andover
153 Chickering Road
North Andover,
MA 01845
978-689-9105
a bunch of books are stacked on top of each other.
Raw Art Works
arts
arts and culture
37 Central Square
Lynn,
MA 01901
781-593-5515
A brick house with purple wisteria in the front yard.
Long Hill
botanical garden Massachusetts
garden wedding venue
576 Essex Street
Beverly,
MA 01915
978-281-8400
A lively North Shore studio with white chairs, mics, and glowing "ptv" sign—where Salem entrepreneurs unite to spark Essex County creativity.
Peabody TV
film
film production

Peabody,
MA 01960
978-977-0570
A group of children sit in the grass outside holding handmade art
The Phoenix School
education
kid friendly
28 Goodhue Street
Salem,
MA 01970
978-741-0870
a group of people standing on top of a wooden platform.
Essex County Community Foundation
arts and culture
charitable funds
500 Cummings Center, Suite 5450
Beverly,
Massachusetts 01915
978-777-8876
a young boy sitting on a bench in front of a painting.
Express Yourself Inc. | Youth Arts Programs
arts
arts and culture
100 Cummings Center, Suite 165-E
Beverly,
Massachusetts 01915
978-927-8600
A vibrant light green house with a welcoming porch sits beside a lush tree; text celebrates Essex County’s Plummer Youth Promise: “Family for Everyone” on a radiant gradient.
Plummer Youth Promise
child welfare
foster care Massachusetts
37 Winter Island Rd
Salem,
01970 01970
(978) 744-1099
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Woman’s Friend Society
affordable housing women
historic Emmerton House
12 Hawthorne Blvd
Salem,
MA 01970
978-744-2137
An adult sits on the floor, facing two children in a tent labeled "Rainforest" during a Change is Simple classroom activity. The children listen attentively, surrounded by shelves with colored bins, books, and a green chair in the background.
Change is Simple
Change is Simple
climate education nonprofit Beverly MA
100 Cummings Center Suite 227Q
Beverly,
MA 01915
978-344-2150
a mural of a train on the side of a building.
Salem Public Art Commission
arts and culture
community arts
93 Washington Street
Salem,
Massachusetts 01970
978-619-5685
a group of people standing around tents in front of a building.
Salem Main Streets
community
nonprofit
265 Essex Street
Salem,
MA 01970
978-224-5551
NAGLY’s bold logo shines with a rainbow “N” and blue letters, celebrating LGBTQ youth and vibrant community ties in Essex County.
NAGLY
community
community arts
Witch City Mall 2 East India Square, Suite 121
Salem,
MA 01970
978-224-2102
A graphic with colorful ribbons and icons representing art, food, family, nature, shopping, boating, and a building. The center has the text “Member photo coming soon” on a light background.
Salem Connection

Salem,
MA
A vibrant logo with a person lifting a bird and "Beverly 400+" text shines over a lively Essex County park full of community events.
Beverly 400+
Beverly 400
Beverly community events

Beverly,
MA 01915
Joyful community members in a sunlit field proudly show off fresh produce, celebrating local creativity and unity in Essex County.
Three Sisters Garden Project
community farm
CSA program
10 Jeffreys Neck Road
Ipswich,
MA 01938
978-312-6654
A lively collage unites our podcast hosts, musicians, and creatives, spotlighting Essex County’s vibrant media community spirit.
BevCam
community engagement
community media
100 Sohier Rd.
Beverly,
MA 01915
978-927-5544
A graphic with colorful ribbons and icons representing art, food, family, nature, shopping, boating, and a building. The center has the text “Member photo coming soon” on a light background.
Salem Alliance for the Environment (SAFE)

Salem,
MA
a man standing on top of a stage holding a microphone.
Lynn Music Foundation
arts and culture
bipoc owned
25 Exchange St.
Lynn,
MA 01901
a man is doing a trick on a bike.
Beyond Walls | Public Art & Placemaking Agency
artists
community

Massachusetts
A vibrant collage of six photos shows our Essex County community joyfully cleaning, creating, gardening, and giving back together.
SPUR
community service Salem
food rescue Marblehead
6 Anderson Street
Marblehead,
MA 01945
781-451-7787
Three people unite in a lively kitchen by a cart of boxed meals, Lifebridge North Shore logo shining above—celebrating Salem’s creative spirit and our vibrant Essex County community.
Lifebridge North Shore
case management
community meals
56 Margin Street
Salem,
MA 01970
978-744-0500
Six creative locals in matching “MP” shirts smile warmly together, radiating Essex County community spirit indoors by a sunlit wall.
Millennium Latino Project
community engagement
entrepreneur support
614 Washington St, 2nd Floor
Lynn,
MA 01901
978-219-9539
A woman with braided hair stands at a wooden podium, speaking into a microphone at a North Shore Juneteenth Association event. She wears a black shirt, hoop earrings, and a smartwatch. Trees and a building are blurred in the background.
North Shore Juneteenth Association
bipoc owned
black history

MA
781-315-2077
boys and girls clubs of greater salem.
Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem
after school programs Salem
Boys & Girls Club Salem
Collins Middle School 29 Highland Ave., P.O. Box 24
Salem,
Massachusetts 01970
978-744-0915
A vibrant mural in North Shore, MA bursts with diverse locals of all ages creatively connecting, honoring Salem’s small businesses and Essex County pride.
North Shore CDC
bipoc owned
charity
96 Lafayette St 2nd floor
Salem,
MA 01970
978-745-8071