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Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) and DoorDash have marked a major milestone in the fight against hunger, having completed over 5,000 deliveries of meals and groceries to families facing hunger since 2023. This collaboration is powered by Project DASH — DoorDash’s charitable home delivery service in partnership with food banks, pantries, community action agencies and other social impact organizations. Dashers transport…

Communities across Massachusetts are gaining new opportunities to connect, stay active, and live well thanks to the latest AARP Community Challenge grants. Each year, the AARP Community Challenge funds quick-action projects that help make neighborhoods more livable for people of all ages. In Massachusetts, this year’s grantees are putting ideas into action. Their projects improve safety, expand transportation options, strengthen…

Action for Boston Community Development has hired Annie Garmey as vice president of development, a newly created senior leadership role focused on expanding the organization’s philanthropic outreach and long-term fundraising strategy. Garmey will lead ABCD’s fundraising work, including individual giving, corporate partnerships, foundation support, special events and donor engagement, according to the organization. Before joining ABCD, Garmey served as chief…

Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) is pleased to announce the hiring of Annie Garmey as vice president of development, a newly created senior leadership position — marking an important step in the organization’s broader philanthropic outreach and long-term resource development strategy.  “Annie brings exactly the strategic resource development leadership ABCD needs as we broaden our philanthropic reach, and invite…

BOSTON—During budget debate in the Massachusetts House of Representatives for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27), State Representative David Biele helped secure state funding to support Action for Boston Community Based Development (ABCD). Established in 1962, ABCD is Greater Boston’s leading anti-poverty organization, supporting vulnerable individuals and families and equipping them with tools and supports needed to overcome poverty through a comprehensive approach. For…