Just-A-Start is a non-profit community development corporation with tax-exempt charitable status. Our programs focus on:

  • Training & Human Development

  • Stabilizing Occupied Housing & Preventing Homelessness

  • Developing & Retaining Affordable Housing

  • Community Building & Economic Development
Since, 1968, Just-A-Start Corporation (JAS) has been enabling working and retired families in Cambridge and surrounding Metro North communities to meet basic family needs.  JAS provides services to homeowners and renters to help increase their quality of living; offers education and workforce training opportunities that enhance career prospects and earning power; and develops, rehabilitates and preserves sorely needed, affordable rental and ownership housing.  Just-A-Start works with individuals, families and groups in addressing these needs and enables people to participate fully in the life of their community.