Community Partners
Collaborative partnerships form the foundation of Tufts University’s community programs and service initiatives.
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Campus Neighbors
The Community Relations team knows that living near a university offers many opportunities and sometimes a few challenges as well. We’re here to help.
Faculty, Staff & Students
We’re here to help you serve, connect, and collaborate with our local communities through a wide range of programs and events.
Our Mission
The Government and Community Relations team is the university’s primary liaison for our neighbors, community partners, and government officials. We help Tufts use its resources, expertise, and knowledge to benefit the people of Boston, Grafton, Medford, and Somerville.
Subscribe to our monthly newsletter, read the university’s impact report, or contact us at 617-627-3780 and/or communityrelations@tufts.edu
Jumbo Impact
Free medical care. Thousands of student and employee volunteers. STEM programs for local K-12 students.
What’s Happening
Tufts Awards 35 Grants to Local Initiatives Across Host Communities
A two-to-one Cummings Foundation matching gift enabled the awarding of the largest grants by dollar amount ever provided by the program
Tufts Nutrition Expert to Join President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition
Dariush Mozaffarian will help the committee promote accessible and inclusive physical fitness and good nutrition
Tufts Earns “Gold” Rating for Sustainability
Sustainability report highlights measures of progress
Tufts Adds More Campus Housing
The university added more than 450 beds over the past 5 years and plans to add more in the near future, including a new high-density, on-campus residence hall.
Cherish Chinatown Challenge Under Way
The initiative, which takes place through the end of November, aims to engage the Tufts community with local restaurants and shops in Boston’s Chinatown.