Tutoring Plus of Cambridge

We are proud to be one of 157 nonprofits who received a grant this spring from Cambridge Community Foundation! This funding helps us advance educational equity as we provide free tutoring, mentoring, and enrichment programs to over 300 Cambridge youth.

Learn more about CCF’s annual Community Fund grants at cambridgecf.org/community-fund-2026

Thank You! 💙 💚

Tonight is the big night to come support your local community. Tutoring Plus of Cambridge's "Meeting the Need" annual event kicks off at 5:30pm. Hope you can join us or donate today: https://tutoringplus.networkforgood.com/events/96122-meeting-the-need-spring-fundraiser-2026

We are just one week out from our annual event! We hope that you can join us Thursday, April 16 for an opportunity to meet and support the amazing community work that Tutoring Plus does. If you cannot attend, but want to donate, please visit: https://www.tutoringplus.org/meeting-the-need

Tutoring Plus Spotlight: Michelle Farnum

Michelle Farnum has worked in the field of youth development, training, and education for over 30 years. Born and raised in Cambridge, she also served on the board for Tutoring Plus. She currently is the Assistant Director for Children, Youth and Families for the City of Cambridge's Department of Human Service Programs. But her roots in local non-profits like Tutoring Plus is what truly makes her a champion for children and families in Cambridge.

Want to help support Michelle's continued dedication? Join us next week for our annual "Meeting the Need" event on April 16. Learn more: https://www.tutoringplus.org/meeting-the-need

We're counting down the days until our annual "Meeting the Need" event gets underway. Join us Thursday, April 16 and help support Tudoring Plus and their mission to provide free, high-quality tutoring, mentoring, and enrichment programs for youth. Learn more: https://www.tutoringplus.org/meeting-the-need

Can't attend, but still want to support? We are also taking donations at the link above.

Tutoring Plus Spotlight: Ken Field, musician, composer, and president or JazzBoston

Ken Field is a long-time Tutoring Plus volunteer and subsequent Board Member and Board Chair. So there's no surprise that he considers Tutoring Plus to be an incredibly valuable and even critical community resource. A volunteer-based model that offers free after-school tutoring assistance to large numbers of students, Ken knows that the training and guidance provided by the dedicated staff at Tutoring Plus leads to positive and meaningful interactions between students and tutors.

"I can't think of a better investment in our youth and our community than a small or large donation to Tutoring Plus." - Ken Field

Help support Tutoring Plus by attending or donating to our annual "Meeting the Need" event on April 16. Learn more: https://www.tutoringplus.org/meeting-the-need

We are just over three weeks away from our annual "Meeting the Need" event. Make your plans to join us and support our community! More information: https://www.tutoringplus.org/meeting-the-need

Tutoring Plus Spotlight: Jordan Harvey

Jordan joined Tutoring Plus in 2019 as a part-time program assistant, and then went on recently to be Director of Programs. Now in his 7th year at Tutoring Plus, he takes over the role as Executive Director. His main focus moving forward will be centering community voices in decision-making processes, deepening program quality and partnerships, investing in the volunteers and staff, diversifying fundraising, and thoughtfully planning for growth to reach more students – all without losing what makes Tutoring Plus special.

"At every transition point, I’ve carried relationships with students, families, volunteers, staff, partners, and supporters. All of which are essential to our work."
- Jordan Harvey

Help continue Jordan's journey to make Tutoring Plus a vital organization in the community by joining us April 16 at our annual "Meeting The Need" event. To learn more, visit https://www.tutoringplus.org/meeting-the-need

The countdown has begun to celebrating 60+ years of Meeting the Need! RSVP today for your chance help Tutoring Plus of Cambridge and its quest to continue to meet the need of the community. RSVP today at https://www.tutoringplus.org/meeting-the-need

Can't attend? Please consider donating: https://tutoringplus.networkforgood.com/events/96122-meeting-the-need-spring-fundraiser-2026

🌟 Tutor Tuesday Spotlight: Meet Matt! 🌟

"It's shocking how similar my student and I are..."

Matt has been a dedicated 1:1 Tutoring & Mentoring volunteer for the past 1.5 years, working with the same high school student. He brings a love of teaching and a knack for explaining tricky math and physics concepts.

One of his favorite moments? When his student told him, "I really like the way you explain things." His student, now a 10th grader, has been a part of our program since he was in 6th grade. We know that his endorsement is an honest one!

The 3 words he uses to describe his tutoring sessions are: fun, collaborative, and productive. His favorite quote sums up his approach perfectly: "Can't go under it, can't go around it, gotta go through it."

Thank you, Matt, for showing up week after week! 💙 💚

Did you know that we launched a student magazine as part of our 1:1 Tutoring & Mentoring program? Starting in January, we started surveying students, compiling their work, and showcasing Student Spotlights as well as our Matches of the Month. Go to tutoringplus.org/blog to read the full magazines! You'll find original stories, wholesome interviews from our student-tutor matches, battle raps, and more.