Proceeds from this one-of-a kind sports event benefit ABCD SummerWorks (BOSTON, MA) — Thanks to the partnership with the Boston Red Sox, on Friday, June 30, 2023 from 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ABCD will host its iconic summertime fundraiser, Field of Dreams, at Fenway Park to benefit underserved Boston youth participating in the ABCD SummerWorks program. Whether sponsor teams strike out or hit a…
As Pride flags are raised and a month of celebration Pride continues locally and nationwide, I wanted to take this moment to celebrate in the diversity – and to recognize the ongoing struggles – of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQIA+) community that continue throughout our city, state, country and world. Even as the LGBTQIA+ community has made…
Boston Youth overcome barriers to achieve academic success (BOSTON, MA) — On Friday, June 16, students from ABCD’s University High School graduated with all due pomp and circumstance. University High School is ABCD’s alternative high school for Boston students ages 16 to 22 who at minimum are repeating 10th grade, have fallen behind at least one grade level in traditional high…
Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) has announced the promotion of Anne Corbin-Fennell to chief operating officer for the anti-poverty agency. The Dorchester native has 29 years of experience in program development, implementation and administration. “Anne brings a wealth of experience in nonprofit administration to the COO role, having led a variety of ABCD programs including Child Care Choices of…
WHO: ABCD and energy efficiency partners Eversource, Maloney Properties, Paradigm Energy Services, Planning Office for Urban Affairs, Verizon, their leadership, public officials, residents of Riley House Senior Housing and community members WHAT: Engagement event and site visit demonstrating ABCD’s Climate, Equity & Impact work with our energy efficiency partners through the Low-Income Energy Affordability Network (LEAN) and Mass Save® programs at this 40+…
Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) is pleased to announce the promotion of Anne Corbin-Fennell to Chief Operating Officer for the anti-poverty agency. She has 29 years of experience in program development, implementation and administration. “Anne brings a wealth of experience in nonprofit administration to the COO role, having led a variety of ABCD programs including Child Care Choices of…
