OUR IMPACT:
Each year, Fenway CDC 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 CDC build job skills, advance education, gain financial literacy, and learn healthy habits.
Fenway CDC 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 Porchfest
Enjoy the photos of Fenway Porchfest here. The event was a melodious success with over 1,000 attendees who enjoyed 46 musical acts at 17 sites in the Fenway. Special thanks to our sponsors: Levitt Foundation, The Viridian, and City of Boston Economic Opportunity & Inclusion. Fenway CDC thanks all site hosts and our event co-organizers: Fenway Community Center and Emerald Necklace Conservancy.
Fenway Ball
THANK YOU for making Fenway Ball a Fen-tastic success! Enjoy the photos and video and relive the evening! Our donors and supporters joined us to celebrate community, equity, and the future of the Fenway.
As our Executive Director, Steve Farrell reminded us – quoting Pitbull – “To understand the future, we have to go back in time.” And that’s exactly what we’ve done this year through strategic planning and listening deeply to the community’s priorities, interests and concerns. Because of your support: Families have homes; residents are gaining job skills, and our community is stronger.
Organizing Committee
Join us for Fenway CDC’s Organizing Committee meeting on Thursday, August 14th from 6:00-7:30pm at the Fenway Community Center at 1282 Boylston St. We’ll reflect on recent federal impacts and talk about local organizing that can make a difference. Dinner is provided and Spanish interpretation will be available. Contact Leo at lruizsanchez@fenwaycdc.org with questions.
Your Gift Makes A Difference!
There are many meaningful ways you can support Fenway CDC! 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, August 12th
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 Carbone at scarbone@fenwaycdc.org.
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 Aljohni at jaljohni@fenwaycdc.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 Aljohni at jaljohni@fenwaycdc.org to receive job search and/or financial coaching.