Cambridge
Root Capital
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Root Capital is a nonprofit social investment fund that is pioneering finance for grassroots businesses in rural areas of developing countries. We provide capital, deliver financial training, and strengthen market connections for small and growing businesses that build sustainable livelihoods and transform rural communities in poor, environmentally vulnerable places.
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First Parish Cambridge
Published in
Awakened by worship,
nourished by tradition,
and united by love,
we strive to create
a multicultural, spirit-filled community
that works for justice,
fosters spiritual curiosity and faith formation,
shares joy, heals brokenness,
and celebrates the sacred in all.
We welcome people of all beliefs, ages, classes,
colors, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations,
and gender identities and expressions.
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Point Plus Realty
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We strive to be the premier real estate brokerage in our market area … to know our industry and the market better … to provide superior advice and counsel … to treat clients as neighbors and enduring friends … and to exceed every expectation. We aim to be the standard of excellence in our industry by consistently incorporating new technologies, maintaining our core values, and developing effective strategies for our clients.
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Follow The Honey
Published in
“Follow the Honey” travels the world to bring the finest in unique honeys and bee-inspired offerings to you and your sweet ones.
From raw local New England wildflower honeys to such exotic varietals as Hawaiian Hibiscus and Middle Eastern Sidr of Hadramaut, the taste of liquid gold conjures the realm of magical senses sought by poets & artists since recorded time.
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Griffin Properties, Inc. - Cambridge
Published in
Griffin Properties is an established real estate services firm representing buyers and sellers of condominiums, single family homes, multi family homes, and investment and commercial properties. Located in Cambridge MA, we serve Cambridge and its surrounding communities of Arlington, Boston (Beacon Hill, Back Bay, South End, Waterfront), Belmont, Medford, Somerville, and Watertown.
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Key SBLP Initiatives:
NSTAR energy audit and consider Glacial Energy alternative power
Set programmable thermostats to 68-70 degrees in winter and 74-76 degrees in summer
Increase percentage of promotional materials with soy or low-VOC inks
Research and purchase eco-friendly cleaning products
Create Green Team and include language in job descriptions/mission statement showing commitment to sustainability
Zing! Pizza
Published in
At Zing! We try hard every day to create for you the freshest most inspired pizza that your money can buy. Also our aim is to keep our footprint as small as possible. We are organic when available. We also try to locally source and we compost and recyclce.
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1369 Coffee House - Central Square
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In June 1994 we opened a second store in nearby Central Square. From the beginning, we envisioned 1369 as more than just a place to get coffee. We offer the very best coffees and teas available. We strive to create a comfortable, inviting atmosphere and to be an integral part of the community. We take pride in being a good neighbor and local gathering place. We are dedicated to maintaining this feeling.
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Key SBLP Initiatives:
NSTAR energy audit
Install hand driers in bathrooms and research automatic sinks
Proper disposal of broken CFLs and other toxic items
Composting and paper recycling bin behind counter
Create environmental committee to work on developing and implementing initiatives
NitWits Lice Salon
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Boston's Premiere Head Lice Removal Salon. Founded in 2004 by a School Nurse. Headed by Berit Pratt RN MPH & Moms Sonia Simoun & Hetchen Ehrenfield. We have seen thousands of satisfied clients in our 6 years of business. Each client is treated individually with the highest of professional standards. We are discreet, never sharing any information about any of our clients with anyone. Each staff member undergoes 6 weeks of extensive training before joining our team. We have earned the coveted "Green America Business Seal of Approval".
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Key SBLP Initiatives:
Currently working to develop a Sustainability Action Plan (SAP)
Classic Graphx
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For more than 25 years, Classic Graphx has served Cambridge and surrounding communities. Our wide-ranging, state-of-the-art services keep customers coming back again and agiain. We know you want your graphic projects done creatively, quickly and economically. Because we offer both design AND printing, we can develop an idea today - and have the finished piece in your hands when you need it.
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Key SBLP Initiatives:
Currently working to develop a Sustainability Action Plan (SAP)
Cambridge Family & Children's Services
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The agency’s mission is to identify and implement ways to strengthen family and individual self-sufficiency and promote conditions that provide all children and youth with stable homes and positive community environments. We often describe our mission as simply to serve children and strengthen families.
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Key SBLP Initiatives:
Currently working to develop a Sustainability Action Plan (SAP)
