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Our corporate sponsors are valuable partners in achieving our goals of creating positive change in the world. Corporate Sponsors < Back Corporate Sponsors Our corporate sponsors are valuable partners in achieving our goals of creating positive change in the world. We appreciate their generous contributions and support in helping us make a difference. To learn more about how your business can join us in our mission and become a corporate sponsor of CMAA, please contact us. We look forward to working with you. Inquire Opportunities For more information, please contact us at: (978) 454-6200 info@cmaalowell.org Previous Next

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Improving the quality of life for Cambodian-Americans, as well as other minorities and economically disadvantaged persons in Lowell, MA through educational, cultural, economic and social programs. Our Mission The Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association's (CMAA) mission is to improve the quality of life for Cambodian-Americans, as well as other minorities and economically disadvantaged persons in Lowell, MA through educational, cultural, economic and social programs. សមាគមខ្មែរ លើកស្ទួយគុណភាពជីវិតរបស់ប្រជាជនខ្មែរអាមេរិកាំង រួមទាំងជនជាតិភាគតិចផ្សេងទៀត និងអ្នកដែលមានវិបត្តិសេដ្ឋកិច្ចនៅក្នុងទីក្រុងឡូវែលអោយកាន់តែប្រសើរឡើង តាមរយៈកម្មវិធីអប់រំ វប្បធម៌ សេដ្ឋកិច្ច និងសង្គម។ Our Story Beginning in the early 1980's, thousands of Cambodian fled their homeland to escape a communist regime and genocide and resettled in the City of Lowell and other cities throughout the U.S. For many Cambodian refugees, with limited resources, language barriers, and a lack of knowledge about local customs and culture, the resettlement process can be overwhelming. In 1984, Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association was founded to help alleviate these gaps and provide support to the Cambodian communities in the Greater Lowell as well as other areas in the US. Our services range from language translation to assisting with food and shelter resources to organizing community events that bring people together. We believe that by providing the necessary resources and support, individuals can achieve their fullest potential and create fulfilling lives in their new home. Our Vision We are committed to creating positive change and fostering a brighter future by working closely with our community and partnering with other organizations. Our vision: Cambodian Americans, and other ethnic minority groups, are not only economically self-sufficient, but are active engaged leaders of their communities. Our Progress At CMAA, we are proud of our bitter past, which has made us resilient and stronger. Many of our community members have overcome great adversity, from being refugees to becoming teachers, business owners, engineers, scientists, healthcare providers, local and state representatives. Present Day Today, CMAA is proud to be one of the leading nonprofits serving the Cambodian-American community with a wide range of programs and services designed to help people overcome the challenges they face. Since our launch in 1984, our team has worked tirelessly to promote our cause. We are fortunate to have funders, supporters, volunteers and staff from all walks of life bringing their unique expertise and resources into everything we do. This is what enables us to achieve our goals year after year. While there is always more that can be done, there is no doubt that we are making a significant impact. We don’t measure our success through just facts and figures, but through happy faces and heartwarming feedback. Please join us in making a difference. Board of Directors Staff Donate Today Operating Hours Monday through Friday: 9am - 5pm Saturday and Sunday: Closed Walk-in service is available, however appointments are highly encouraged to provide quality service for all clients. Hours are subject to change due to inclement weather, special events, and administrative days. Check our calendar. Office Address 465 School St. Lowell, MA 01851 Contact Us (978) 454-6200 info@cmaalowell.org

MassHealth Redetermination and Enrollment Fair The MassHealth Fair will take place Thursday, June 20, 2024 from 10AM-3PM at the CMAA Office . We are able to help clients apply for MassHealth for the first time, or help renew their applications. During this event, we will have agents from MassHealth present to answer any questions or concerns the client might have, and also take their applications and any requested documents directly to the MassHealth office. To make an appointment, walk in at CMAA, or call (978)454-6200 and request for a MassHealth appointment.

Khmer Language Class Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association offers Khmer Language Classes at beginner and intermediate levels. We welcome students with little or no prior Khmer language learning experience. Space is limited. Sign up quickly! Please submit your application on our Online Registration Form. Registration Form Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association offers Khmer Language Classes at beginner and intermediate levels. We welcome students with little or no prior Khmer language learning experience. Space is limited. Sign up quickly! Please submit your application on our Online Registration Form . Beginner Level This is a basic introductory language acquisition module for absolute beginners in the written and spoken language; students are not assumed to have any previous knowledge of the language. During the course, students will learn Khmer alphabets, how to form and read Khmer words, phrases and sentences. Intermediate Level The class covers several basic constructions of the language, enabling students to acquire basic skills in reading, writing, comprehension and speaking. We apply a communicative-based approach in our teaching. Emphasis will be placed on good pronunciation and on the social and linguistic conventions of everyday conversation. Successful students will gain the ability to read and write short simple texts, and communicate on simple topics. Then, they will learn from easy to more challenging Khmer conversations; by doing so, we enable them to understand and speak Khmer more quickly. Youth Age Group: 7-14 years old Fee: $125 When: Every Sunday, September 15 - May 25, 2025 Duration: 31 Classes Class Times Beginner Level: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Intermediate Level: 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM Taught by Chhenghak Chhoeung Adults/Professionals Age Group: 15 years old and older Fee: $175 per course level When: Every Sunday, September 15 - May 25, 2025 Duration: 31 Classes Class Times Beginner Level: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Intermediate Level: 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM Taught by Tararith Kho No class to suit you? Please contact Theresa Tha through email Ttha@cmaalowell.org or call (351) 500-6450 and we’ll notify you when a new class is scheduled or available. View Class Schedule Register Online More about CMAA Our Story Learn about the origins of CMAA and the values that drive our work. Learn more Learn about our programs. Our Programs Learn more Get Involved Learn about our works and how you can be a part of our cause. Learn more

With funding from the Asian Community Fund at the Boston Foundation and the Asian Business Empowerment Council, CMAA started an Asian Small Business Assistance Initiative. Additionally, we partner with the Entrepreneurship Center at Community Teamwork, Inc. (CTI) to provide workshops in Khmer to new/start-up businesses in Lowell. ← Special Projects Small Business Initiative With funding from the Asian Community Fund at the Boston Foundation and the Asian Business Empowerment Council, CMAA started an Asian Small Business Assistance Initiative. Additionally, we partner with the Entrepreneurship Center at Community Teamwork, Inc. (CTI) to provide workshops in Khmer to new/start-up businesses in Lowell. Services Introduction to Entrepreneurship: Business 101 Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association in collaboration with The Entrepreneurship Center at Community Teamwork, Inc will be offering FREE business classes. Now accepting applications until July 8, 2024. For more information and to apply: Apply Now AT A GLANCE Free classes Commitment for 6 classes on Management, Marketing, Finance & Accounting, Information Technology, Operations, and business-need-driven curriculum Certificate of Participation for those who attend all sessions Limited space available Taught in Khmer and English BENEFITS Small Classes Opportunity to learn how to manage and grow your business Ongoing business resources and coaching Access to working capital Networking And more CLASS DETAILS There will be 6 classes for 6 weeks Start Date: July 18, 2024 Every Thursday Time: 5:30-7:00PM Location: Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association Free parking available on site CONTACT INFORMATION Sreang Heng, Special Projects Manager Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association sheng@cmaalowell.org Ani Vong, SBA Prime Coordinator Entrepreneurship Center At CTI avong@commteam.org Apply Now SHARE THIS EVENT English Flyer Khmer Flyer Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Contact Information Sreang Heng, Special Projects Manager Speaks English and Khmer E-Mail: sheng@cmaalowell.org Direct Line: (351) 500-6475 Office Extension: (978) 454-6200 x1020

Cummings Foundation $30 Million Grant Program We are honored and proud to be selected as a recipient of the annua l Cummings Foundation $30 Million Grant Program ! Each year, this program awards 150 grants to a diverse group of organizations. These awards include 125 three-year grants of $30,000–$300,000 each, plus 25 ten-year grants of up to $1,000,000 each which fund a wide variety of local causes, including human services, healthcare, social justice, and education. CMAA will receive $30,000 a year over ten years, totaling $300,000. As a place-based philanthropic initiative, this program seeks to support nonprofits in eastern Massachusetts' Essex, Middlesex, and Suffolk counties and the Norfolk County cities of Brookline, Dedham, Milton, Needham, Quincy, and Wellesley. Thank you again for believing in CMAA's mission to improve the quality of life for Cambodian-Americans, as well as other minorities and economically disadvantaged persons in Lowell, MA through educational, cultural, economic and social programs.

Cambodian Cultural After-School Program Shaping cultural identities of Cambodian youth. About The CCASP runs from 2:30pm - 5:30pm following the Lowell Public School calendar. We help our youth succeed through homework assistance and Cambodian-related classes including: Khmer Language Cambodian Culture and History Cambodian Musical Instruments Cambodian Classical and Folk Dance Cambodian Folk Songs World Affairs Khmer Language Classes Youth are able to learn how to speak, understand, read, and write the Khmer language. This not only helps teach the youth to be proud of knowing their family’s mother tongue, but also to ease communication with their parents, elders in their family, and other people in the Cambodian community. Culture and History The youth learn about Cambodian customs such as formal greetings and important cultural holidays. They also learn to meditate and how to recite Buddhist scriptures, learn about Cambodia’s geography, and its history. With this further insight, we hope to instill a sense of pride within the youth for being Cambodian and help shape their unique cultural identity. Traditional Music The youth learn about the different instruments used for classical and traditional folk music. They also receive training in playing one of the many instruments of the Cambodian orchestra from renowned master teachers. Folk Songs The youth are taught several child-friendly folk song staples such as Sarika Keo Euy សារិកាកែវអឺយ and Arapiya អារ៉ាប់ពីយ៉ា to practice their language skills, and form a sense of rhythm and melody. Classical and Folk Dance The youth are able to learn classical and folk dances such as Bopha Lokei របាំបុប្ផាលោកីយ៍ and Coconut របាំគោះត្រឡោក to practice flexibility, structure, discipline, and the dancing arts. Rising Stars Summer Program Creating a safe and welcoming environment for young people to mingle, learn, and play. About The RSSP is a 6-week program that starts after the Fourth of July weekend, and ends the week of the Southeast Asian Water Festival. The program runs Monday through Friday from 10:00am - 3:00pm. The youth are able to participate in various activities to encourage learning, being active, and being involved in the community including: Sports and Outdoor Recreation Arts & Crafts Meeting with Guest Speakers and Volunteering Field Trips Sports and Outdoor Play We encourage the youth to stay active and get outside by playing sports and taking trips to Lowell’s numerous parks. Arts & Crafts and Scientific Experiments The youth are able to express their creativity and curiosity through activities such as painting, experimenting, and other hands-on crafts. (Community Involvement The youth are able to get more involved in Lowell’s community through volunteering for other non-profit organizations, and meeting with current working professionals and community leaders in the city of Lowell. Field Trips We bring the youth to several interactive places such as farms and museums to give them the chance to experience places outside of Lowell and introduce them to the thrills of going on an adventure. Meet Our Summer Counselors

Upcoming events. Community Bulletin Board April 2025 Today Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Operating Hours Monday through Friday: 9am - 5pm Saturday and Sunday: Closed Walk-in service is available, however appointments are highly encouraged to provide quality service for all clients. Hours are subject to change due to inclement weather, special events, and administrative days. Check our calendar. Office Address 465 School St. Lowell, MA 01851 Contact Us (978) 454-6200 info@cmaalowell.org Subscribe To Our Newsletter

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