OUR IMPACT:
Each year, Fenway Forward improves the lives of over 2,500 adults, youth, children, seniors, people with physical disabilities and special needs, and formerly homeless residents. We help them access affordable housing, social services, education, food, and financial stability services. Boston residents who come to Fenway Forward build job skills, advance education, gain financial literacy, and learn healthy habits.
Fenway Forward enriches the neighborhood by organizing the Fenway Porchfest music festival and community events. We work with organizations across Boston engaging citizens to advocate for improvements in housing policies that will protect families from eviction; create more funding for affordable housing; and increase the number of affordable units. Read our 2024 impact report.
Latest News & Events:
Fenway CDC is now Fenway Forward
Fenway CDC has proudly been a part of this neighborhood since 1973, standing with residents, building affordable homes, and strengthening what makes Fenway unique.
We are building on our past and preparing for the future as we enter a new chapter, one rooted in action, inclusion, and impact. We’re proud to introduce our new name and logo alongside a dynamic 4-year strategic plan built with and for the Fenway community, our community.
Learn more at FenwayForward.org.
Taste of The Fenway Was a Delicious Success!
Thank you to everyone who came out to eat, drink, and celebrate the Fenway in spite of the rainy weather!
We also thank all of our sponsors for supporting the event, participating restaurants for providing tasty food and drink samples, and all of our hardworking volunteers for making the event a success!
Celebrating Burbank Terrace
The City of Boston, joined by the Fenway Forward, local elected officials, and residents, to celebrate the opening of Burbank Terrace Apartments. The project created 27 new income-restricted apartments in the East Fens neighborhood. Read more here.
Free Narcan Distribution
Thursdays from 10:00am – 5:00pm
607 Columbus Ave, Boston
Kit includes:
Narcan (2 doses)
Fentanyl test strips
Rescue Breathing Mask
No identifying information will be collected. Open to anyone! Contact Sam at sgreene@fenwayforward.org with any questions!
Your Gift Makes A Difference!
There are many meaningful ways you can support Fenway Forward! Donate online, contribute from Donor Advised Fund, write a check, host a special event, or make a bequest. Visit this page for details.
Participate in the Community Investment Tax Credit (CITC) program and receive 50% state tax credit for donations of $1,000 or more.
Free Market
Tuesday, October 14th,
2:00pm – 4:30pm
Fenway Community Center, 1282 Boylston Street, Boston
Bring your unwanted, gently used or new items to help your neighbors. Email Sage at scarbone@fenwayforward.org for questions.
Food Access
Fenway’s Urban Village Committee
Job Search Service
Our services are free. Participants will learn job search skills, resume and cover letter writing, interview preparation, and time management tips. Please email Jumana Rasheed-Rosenfield at jrasheedrosenfield@fenwayforward.org to receive career counseling or job placement assistance. Book a consultation here.
Financial Coaching
Have financial problems? Get free and confidential 1-1 money management advice and services. Please email Jumana Rasheed-Rosenfield at jrasheedrosenfield@fenwayforward.org to receive job search and/or financial coaching.