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Back to Square One: The Journey Continues… 

In November 2025, Square One celebrated the grand opening of our new early learning center at 186 William Street in Springfield’s South End – a milestone made possible through the incredible generosity and commitment of our community partners and supporters.

But our journey isn’t over…

In recent months, Square One’s family support services have experienced tremendous growth, with increased demand for programs that provide critical resources, education, and support to children and families. While this growth is a testament to the impact of these services, it has also created a new challenge in that we have quickly outgrown the available space within our existing facilities.

Through the unparalleled generosity of the Balise Family and the support of the South End Citizens’ Council, Square One has been gifted an existing building on Main Street – the same block where our agency stood before the 2011 tornado.

This three-story, 23,000-square-foot building will transform our William Street campus into a full-service community resource center, expanding our ability to provide wraparound services that support the long-term success of children and families while contributing to the continued economic health and stability of Springfield’s South End neighborhood. Inside our doors families will have access to diapers, food, clothing and other essential items. It will be an information hub, providing access to programs and services within Square One and throughout the community. The building will also serve as the new home for the South End Citizens’ Council, further strengthening collaboration and connection within the community.

As we continue our journey Back to Square One, we invite our community to be part of this next chapter. Your support will help us create a space where children, families, and neighbors can access the resources, opportunities, and support they need to thrive for generations to come.