Partners & Sponsors

MARE is able to effectively deliver programs and services that directly impact the children and families we serve thanks to strong relationships with our dedicated partners and sponsors. We are grateful for their support and look forward to continuing these relationships for many years to come.

The Boston Globe
The Boston Globe has partnered with MARE since 1976 to publish the Sunday’s Child® column. Since its inception, more than 1,000 children have been featured, leading to over 300 placements with adoptive families.

The Boston Yacht Club
Since 1987, The Boston Yacht Club (BYC), the oldest yacht club in New England, has hosted the Chowder Challenge Boat Race and Commodore’s Cup Golf Tournament to support MARE’s sponsorship of “Wednesday’s Child”. This relationship began and has grown due to the dedication of the Quigley family, who are BYC members and champions of our mission.

CBS4 BOSTON
Since 1981, CBS4 Boston has worked in partnership with MARE through the “Wednesday’s Child” program, hosted by Jack Williams. In addition to the on-air segments, CBS4 Boston maintains features about waiting children on their Web site. More than 700 children have been featured on the segment.

Eastern Bank Charitable Foundation
Based in Boston, Eastern Bank is the largest independent, mutually owned commercial banking franchise in New England. With more than $6 billion in assets and 73 branches stretching from Merrimack Valley to Cape Cod, Eastern offers superior service, convenience and a full range of financial products for consumers, businesses, investors, government agencies and not-for-profit organizations. Its subsidiaries are Eastern Insurance and Fantini & Gorga, a real estate advisory firm.

The Jack Williams Endowment for Wednesday's Child
A television journalist since 1968, Jack Williams has been recognized by numerous organizations for his reporting skills, commitment to the community and his work on behalf of his weekly news series “Wednesday’s Child,” which celebrated its 20th anniversary on the air in 2001. Over the years, Jack has raised a significant amount of funds in support of MARE programs and services. To ensure continuing financial support for special needs adoption, Mr. Williams created The Jack Williams Endowment for Wednesday’s Child in April 2000.

Jordan's Furniture
Jordan’s Furniture has worked in partnership with MARE since December 1998. Through their sponsorship of MARE programs and services, Jordan’s has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to raising public awareness and advancing the cause of foster care adoption. More than 100 children have been placed with adoptive families as a direct result of Jordan’s sponsorship.

Manulife USA
Manulife USA has been a dedicated corporate partner of MARE for more than four years. In 2000, Manulife and MARE worked together to develop the MARE Video Campaign to profile waiting children. In addition, the company sponsored an adoption party at the Cedarland Fun Center in July 2001. In 2003, Manulife was an Event Partner for National Adoption Day – Boston, which was part of a nationwide campaign to raise awareness about foster care adoption. In 2004, Manulife will renew its commitment to MARE by sponsoring a public information session to recruit and educate new families about foster care adoption, the adoption process and the children we serve.

The Massachusetts Department of Social Services
The Department of Social Services (DSS) is dedicated to the safety, permanency and well being of children who have been abused and neglected in family settings, or by recognized caretakers. MARE works closely with DSS and agencies contracted by DSS to find “a place to call HOME” for those children in Massachusetts’ foster care system.

Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley has earned a worldwide reputation for excellence in financial advice and market execution. The 53,218 members of Morgan Stanley in 28 countries connect people, ideas and capital to help our clients achieve their financial aspirations.

Route 128 Used Auto Parts
Route 128 Used Auto Parts is the automobile recycling partner of the MARE Car Donation Program, a fundraising initiative that provides significant support to MARE programs and services. Owner Charles Mantenuto and his staff believe strongly in the MARE mission and are strong advocates for the organization’s programs and services.

Stone and Webster Printing and Reprographics
Stone and Webster Printing and Reprographics, located in Randolph, Mass, is a full-service facility with the resources to provide business cards, stationary, custom index tabs, brochures, as well as complete digital copying. They are able to offer competitive rates because they have no salespeople and their advertising is done word-of-mouth. To learn more about their services or request a job quote, contact Bill Collet at 617-589-5084 or email him.

Symmetric Technologies, Inc.
Symmetric Technologies, Inc. provides information technology solutions to business problems. Their experienced team of professional consultants, developers and designers has developed and implemented flexible business technology solutions in industries ranging from professional and financial services to manufacturing and distribution. Currently, Symmetric is working with MARE to implement a new release of this program by enhancing the existing system and incorporating Internet access capability for families.

Tufts Health Plan
Quality is always part of our plan at Tufts Health Plan. So I’m proud that two prestigious organizations have recognized our commitment to excellence. U.S. News & World Report, in collaboration with the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), recently ranked Tufts Health Plan in the Top 5 on its 2005 list of America’s Best Health Plans, in a survey of more than 500 health plans across the nation. The rankings are based on the plans’ clinical performance, member satisfaction, and NCQA accreditation. This recognition is a testimony to our commitment to help members access quality care.

Worcester Telegram & Gazette
The Worcester Telegram & Gazette has partnered with MARE since 1995, featuring a story and a photo of a child on the last Wednesday of each month. More than 110 children have been featured.