Northshore magazine showcases the best that the North Shore of Boston, MA has to offer.
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124 Though the North Shore is home to many upper- and middle-class families, there are some real pockets of pover- ty. "Everyone talks about how healthy produce and physical activity are good for kids, but the reality is those things are expensive, and cheaper food fills you up," explains Casey. "I'm convinced [parents] want their kids to eat well, but they don't necessarily have the wherewithal." WIA volunteers and the steering committee spend a lot of time reviewing and vetting applications for grant mon- ies. They are always inviting new agencies to apply. Casey describes one grant at work: The Gloucester YMCA went into the Riverdale housing development with bats and balls and set up games for kids to play, and then told them about the nearby club. "Sometimes the perception with big agencies like the Y is that they are so big, they don't Nurturing Programs: Kid Fit Program in action at the Beverly Learning Center 343 Gorham Road South Portland ME 207.772.1344 135 Lafayette Road North Hampton NH 603.964.7772 33 Main Street Andover MA 01810 978.470.3344 DINO INTERNATIONAL FURS Northern New England's Finest Furrier ™ info@dinofurs.com www.dinofurs.com "Like us" on Facebook Happier Holidays in a Dino Fur You'll love our styles, selection … and yes, prices. Philanthropy ne Photographs courtesy of the North Shore United Way