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BREWS & BLUES October 28, 2026

Dear Friends, Neighbors, and Supporters, Thank you for joining us for our 2nd Annual Brews & Blues! We’re so grateful that you’re here. Our work wouldn’t be possible without the support of our community. Despite an ongoing housing shortage and cost of living crisis, 134 families successfully transitioned out of Hildebrand’s shelters and into permanent housing in FY26—an organizational record. Hildebrand is stepping up in new and innovative ways to support families. Through our Upstream Diversion Program, we’re intervening early with financial assistance and case management to prevent eviction and homelessness. To date, we’ve distributed $75K+ in financial assistance and helped 44 families remain in their homes. We’re also piloting our Economic Mobility Program, designed to support families as they move towards their long-term economic goals. Working together with our partners, the Midas Collaborative and Cambridge Savings Bank, we’re providing matched savings alongside financial education that sets families on a pathway beyond stability and towards economic mobility. Now more than ever, I am grateful for your support as we continue striving towards our vision that every family has a home. Thank you again for your valued support. With gratitude,

Hadaryah

Jessica

Hadaryah T. Morgan Chief Executive Officer

Jessica Howe Board Chair

SUPPORT OUR WORK Our work would not be possible without the support of our community. Thank you for generously supporting Hildebrand’s work to disrupt the cycle of family homelessness in Greater Boston.

Make a Donation Support our mission to transition families out of homelessness to safe, affordable, permanent housing.

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Double Your Donation Many companies match their employees’ donations to local non-profits, which could double your impact! Check with your employer to see if they’ll match your contribution to Hildebrand.

Donate via Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) A donor-advised fund (DAF) is a giving account created to support nonprofits you care about. If you have a DAF, you may recommend a grant to Hildebrand Family Self-Help Center, Inc. using our EIN, 04-3014834.

Support the Holiday Market Donate toys and gifts via our Amazon wish list, or bring your holiday spirit and volunteer at Hildebrand’s annual Holiday Market! More information coming soon via email. Stay tuned!

ECONOMIC MOBILITY CHAMPION AWARD ROSE FRANCOIS Executive Director, The Midas Collaborative

As Executive Director of the Midas Collaborative, Rose Francois leads the organization's efforts to expand economic opportunity and create pathways to economic mobility for low- to moderateincome communities throughout Massachusetts. Hildebrand partners with the Midas Collaborative to provide matched savings through our Economic Mobility Program, which supports families who have recently transitioned to permanent housing to build savings towards an emergency fund, homeownership, or entrepreneurship. Bringing a people-centered approach to leadership and community impact, Rose leads with a strategic vision grounded in systems change and collaboration. Working across sectors to build partnerships, mobilize resources, and drive initiatives that address barriers while creating pathways to long-term success. In addition to her executive leadership role, she serves on the Board of Directors of the Community Action Agency of Somerville (CAAS), contributing her expertise to efforts that advance economic stability and social equity. Rose holds a master's degree in Intercultural Relations and is currently completing a Ph.D. in Educational Studies at Lesley University. A proud immigrant from Haiti she draws strength and inspiration from her lived experience, bringing authenticity, resilience, and a profound commitment to service in all that she does.

MUSICAL PERFORMANCE RON SAVAGE & FRIENDS Ron Savage

Jacques Schwarz-Bart

Farayi Malek

Drums

Saxophone

Vocals

An acclaimed drummer with a special focus on jazz and blues, Ron Savage has performed in 48 U.S. states and in 56 countries with a wide array of artists, including James Moody, Clark Terry, Curtis Fuller, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Albert King, Mulgrew Miller, and Nnenna Freelon. He also has extensive professional experience in television, studio production, film, and music therapy. Mr. Savage currently serves as president of the All Dorchester Sports & Leadership program and as a board member for the Multicultural Arts Center in Cambridge. Additionally, he founded the Cambridge Jazz Foundation, the Johnny Hodges Scholarship Fund, and the Ron Savage Music Academy, which is committed to providing inner-city youth with affordable music lessons and instruments. Mr. Savage graduated from Berklee in 1984 with a degree in performance and now leads at the college in the role of Vice President and Executive Director.

EVENT SPONSORS Hildebrand thanks each of our sponsors for supporting our work with Greater Boston families and making this evening possible.

PL ATINUM PIANO Cummings Foundation United Way of Massachusetts Bay

GOLD GUITAR Jessica Howe / Cushman & Wakefield

SILVER SAXOPHONE Eastern Bank Foundation Hadaryah T. Morgan

BRONZE BASS Beacon Bank Cushman & Wakefield Loomis, Sayles & Company Massachusetts Institute of Technology

THE FRONT ROW Ami Clifford Michelle Meiser Nadia Chamblin Foster Sarah Holmes

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HILDEBRAND FAMILY SELF-HELPCENTER We proudly support HILDEBRAND’S 2ND ANNUAL BREWS & BLUES

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Our Supporters

Jessica Howe Hadaryah T. Morgan

Hildebrand Family Self-Help Center, Inc. 614 Massachusetts Avenue, Third Floor Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139 www.hild-selfhelp.org | 617-491-5752