Sitters for Scholars

Offer free volunteer childcare to low-income moms around Greater Boston, while they are in college classes.

Sitters Without Borders, Inc. (SWOB) is a first of its kind non-profit organization. It offers free to low-cost weekly babysitting services to low-income mothers attending college in the Greater Boston area. Our volunteer sitters are committed to assisting mothers with childcare responsibilities, allowing them to pursue higher education and elevate their economic position. The organization, founded 4 years ago, has now successfully helped over 88 families in the Greater Boston area, with a waiting list of families in need and volunteers ready to serve.