OUR IMPACT:

Fenway CDC improves the lives of over 1,000 adults, children, and youth each year. We help them access affordable housing, social services, education,  job skills training, employment, fresh produce, financial workshops, health programs, and civic engagement activities.

LATEST NEWS & EVENTS:

Latest News!

Newcastle Saranac Preservation Celebration

We thank everyone for joining us to celebrate the preservation of Newcastle-Saranac! Fenway CDC and The Schochet Companies will preserve 97-unit of affordable residential property in the heart of Boston! Read more at this link. Click here to watch the event video.

Career Opportunity

Fenway CDC is looking for a full-time Real Estate Director,a part-time Accounting Assistant, and a full-time Community Organizer. For more details, please visit our careers page.

The Boston Park Summer Fitness Series

Summer events till Sept. 28, 2019

Symphony Park

Join us for yoga and tai chi for relaxation and improve your well-being. Download poster. For more details, please visit bphc.org/summerfitness

Free One to One Financial Coaching 

Every Thursday, 1pm – 5pm

Fenway CDC, 70 Burbank Street, Boston

Matthew Gibson of Metro Housing Boston will work with residents to create a personalized financial plan to achieve greater economic success. Please contact Kris Anderson at (617) 267-4637 x 29 or kanderson@fenwaycdc.org Visit this page for more details.

Free Job Search Workshops

Every Monday and Friday, 9am – 12pm

Fenway CDC, 70 Burbank Street, Boston

Participants will gain job search skills including resume and cover letter writing, interview preparation, and effective time management. To sign up for these free workshops, please contact Kris Anderson at kanderson@fenwaycdc.org  or (617) 267-4637 x 29.

Massachusetts 211 HelpSteps

HelpSteps has been a collaboration between the Boston Public Health Commission and Boston Children’s Hospital to help Boston residents locate agencies to address their unique healthcare and social service needs. Click here for more details.

“Give the house back to the ladies”

Fenway CDC, City Life Vida Urbana, and the Fenway residents (including former OLGH residents) fought for elderly women facing eviction at Symphony Community Park prior to boarding the bus to Connecticut on Saturday, July 27, 2019. Read more at this link.

Fenway Fair Foods

Every other Wednesday, 3 pm – 5 pm

August 7 and August 21, 2019

Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral, 165 Park Drive, Boston

Community residents can purchase up to 12 lbs. of fruits, vegetables, and bread for only $2 , regardless of income level. Read more details at our events page.

CITC

Community Investment Tax Credits (CITC)

Invest in Fenway CDC’s work by contributing $1,000 or more and receive 50% refund through our tax credits. Together, we will build a better Fenway for everyone to live, learn, work, and play! For inquiries, please contact Iris Tan at itan@fenwaycdc.org for more information.

Housing

Housing Development and Preservation

Fenway CDC partners with institutions and private developers to create homes for low- and moderate-income residents.

Asset Management

We provide over 300 residents with homes that are affordable and ensure that our 8 properties are well maintained and financially sustainable. 

Learn More >

Programs

Education and Workforce Development

We help residents to become financially self-sufficient by obtaining education and job credentials.

Economic & Health Improvement

We enable residents to improve their quality of life by providing counseling, case management, and customized services.  
Learn More >

Planning and Organizing

Civic Engagement

We educate and engage resident leaders to improve their neighborhood and quality of life for all members in the community. We work with program partners to recommend improvements in the city’s housing policy to create homes for low- and moderate-income families and individuals.

Tenant Support

Our tenant support helps residents to prevent displacement, promote tenants’ rights, and improve their living conditions.
Learn More >

Read more about our residents’ vision for the Fenway!

Fenway’s Urban Village Plan