For more than 30 years, The Friends of Blackwater have contributed mightily to the advancement of the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge
Photography courtesy Friends of Blackwater
History: Founded in 1987, the Friends of Blackwater (FOB) is an all-volunteer organization with over 500 members who contribute complimentary labor at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (BNWR), as well as fundraising and advocacy support.

In Berlin, The Cricket Center devotes all its energy, compassion and resources to give at-risk families a fighting chance at survival
Written by Victor Fernandes     •     Portrait by Grant L. Gursky
Helping hands greet victims of child abuse and their families as they enter The Cricket Center. But a furry, four-legged staff member at Worcester County’s child-advocacy center in Berlin,