Announcing Massachusetts Good Neighbor Day in 2025

September 26-28, 2025

We are excited to announce that plans are underway for the Massachusetts Good Neighbor Day of Action, scheduled from September 26 to 28, 2025. Building upon the success of 2024, this initiative aims to strengthen community bonds and combat social isolation across the Commonwealth. We encourage all residents to participate by engaging in acts of kindness, organizing community events, and reaching out to neighbors to foster a more connected and supportive environment. Together, we can create a culture of caring and respect that enhances the well-being of all.

To get started with organizing an event in your community, download out 2025 Toolkit with information about the goals for Good Neighbor Day, activity suggestions, community building techniques, and promotional ideas.

And please share your event with us so we can help and support your efforts!

To find out more about how we are stronger, safer, and healthier together, read a message from Sandra Harris, Co-Founder & Co-Leader of the Massachusetts Coalition to Build Community and End Loneliness.

Thank you for joining us for

Massachusetts Good Neighbor Day in 2024!

Participating communities hosted block parties, community picnics, multi-generational dinners, group walks, and much more!

View the activity list

Over 32 communities throughout the Commonwealth joined together on this special day dedicated to building a stronger, more connected community by hosting a neighborhood event.

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Past Good Neighbor Days

  • Shift Happens: Forging Connections in New Ways™

    September 2022
    The Taskforce looked beyond the pandemic to address social isolation and forge friendships across Massachusetts. We heard from Marc Freedman, Founder and Co-CEO of Encore.org, on the importance of "embracing shift" as we move toward a co-generational approach to healthy aging and problem-solving in the community.

    View the Recording

  • Let's Talk Massachusetts: Embracing Conversations to Build Community

    September 2023

    The Taskforce us this year as a call to action to create spaces and opportunity in our communities for us to listen to, learn from, connect to, and honor all residents. By doing so, we renew our social contract to be a good neighbor, helping ensure all Massachusetts residents enjoy stronger social health.
    View the Recording