Framingham's Hoops And Homework Expanding, Seeks Donations

Framingham MA

25 January, 2021

8:15 AM

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FRAMINGHAM, MA — Framingham's premier after school program is about to get a bit bigger — almost three times as big. Hoops And Homework will host a grand opening in February for its expanded Interfaith Terrace location. A donation from Capital Group Properties, Brendon Properties and the Flatley Company allowed Hoops and Homework to expand the space to accommodate 28 students, an increase of 18, according to founder Herb Chasan. Combined with Hoops and Homework's Pusan Road facility, the program has room for about 50 students across Framingham. But the expansion also brings the need for more funding. Chasan said Hoops and Homework is seeking donations to pay for supplies, furniture and staff to fill the new expanded space. Chasan and other local volunteers founded Hoops and Homework in 2012 to serve students living at two Framingham Housing Authority sites, and in 2017 became a licensed childcare provider. The two facilities have remained open through the coronavirus pandemic. Hoops and Homework will hold a virtual grand opening ceremony on Feb. 25 at 4 p.m. for the new Interfaith Terrace space featuring a tour and guest speakers.