At Housing Families, our commitment to ensuring housing stability has led us to the creation of our annual events. From fundraising efforts to policy discussions with Massachusetts officials, our events demonstrate our focus on achieving housing equity and wellbeing for all.
Annual Holiday Drive
Our Holiday Drive is back! Can you help us serve hundreds of families experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity this year? You can shop our Amazon wish list here.
Please deliver all gifts by the end of the day on December 15th.
Please drop off between 9:30am-4:30pm M-F at: Housing Families, 919 Eastern Avenue, Malden, MA 02148
Annual Housing Families Fun Run
Housing Families Fun Run is perfect for families, friends, colleagues, and anyone who wants to get outside and have fun. Enjoy a relaxed, untimed run/walk, plenty of food, games, and activities for all ages. Join us along the Malden River at the River’s Edge Park. The event is followed by an afterparty!
The 2025 Fun Run was held on November 15, 2025. Check back for information on next year’s Fun Run!
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Summer Backpack Pack-a-thon
Every year, the Housing Families community comes together to donate and fill hundreds of backpacks with school supplies for students in our programs. These backpacks help ensure that every child starts the school year with confidence and the tools they need to succeed.
This year, thanks to the generous support of our sponsor and hosts at Greystar, volunteers gathered to pack all the backpacks in one big event. The energy, teamwork, and commitment to our students made the day unforgettable.
We’re already looking forward to next year’s Pack-a-Thon!
Legislative Breakfast
The Annual Legislative Breakfast was held on April 4, 2025. Click here to learn more.
We host this Annual Event with our client, community, and legislative partners to advocate for key policy and legislative initiatives that would improve housing equity and well-being for everyone across Greater Boston.
The Breakfast is presented by our Medical Advisory Committee.
Their focus is to demonstrate how the affordable housing shortage in our region impacts community health, and engage legislators to address the crises we face.
(Photo by Allan Dines)