MACDC Annual Meeting 2024

ANNUAL MEETING 2024

Agenda NOVEMBER 21, 2024 College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, MA

9:30 a.m. Registration, refreshments, networking 10:00 a.m. MORNING PLENARY 10:40 a.m. Fireside Chat — Strategies for Community Transformation Moderator: Kimberly R. Lyle, CEO, DBEDC Panel: Leo Ruiz Sanchez, Lead Community Organizer, Fenway CDC Kendra Beaver, Climate Justice Coordinator, Fairmount Indigo CDC Collaborative Melissa Fales, Executive Director, Quaboag Valley CDC 11:15 a.m. BREAKOUT SESSIONS: • • • •

Local Organizing Around Affordable Housing: How Two CDCs are Flipping the Script.

Launching the Racial Equity Peer Group Wealth Building Programs: How CDCs are addressing the racial wealth gap The Past, Present, and Future of MACDC’s Engagement in the Health Equity Space

12:15 p.m. LUNCH 12:50 p.m. BOARD ELECTIONS 1:00 p.m. AWARDS 1:30 p.m. CDC ROLL CALL 2:00 p.m. CLOSING

Cover art by Nancy Marks.

RICANNE HADRIAN AWARD

E.Ricky Guerra Director of Real Estate Development, JPNDC With a career spanning diverse areas of community development, Ricky brings 18 years of experience dedicated to building stronger, more inclusive communities. She began as a passionate tenant organizer, focused on elevating resident voices and creating impactful change at the grassroots level. Her commitment to service and community growth quickly led her into leadership, where she directed initiatives that provided critical resources and programs, particularly benefiting youth and seniors in marginalized communities.

These formative roles became the foundation for Ricky’s transition into real estate development, where she now applies her expertise to create vibrant, sustainable communities that serve residents’ needs and aspirations.

As Director of Real Estate Development at JPNDC, Ricky is at the forefront of crafting spaces that nurture both individual and communal wellbeing. Ricky’s multifaceted role integrates the pillars of quality housing, community engagement, healthcare, and economic vitality. She is responsible for overseeing the entire spectrum of the organization’s real estate development initiatives. Her leadership has been pivotal in bringing complex, high-impact projects to life, creating opportunities for homeownership, and integrating essential services that support all aspects of community life.

A committed community advocate, Ricky volunteers her time and skills on several committees and initiatives in her neighborhood. Beyond her local engagement, Ricky is also deeply committed to leveraging real estate projects as platforms to create and provide opportunities for small W/MBE (Women/Minority-Owned Business Enterprises) contractors.

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RISING STAR AWARD

Kavish Gandhi Housing Assistance and Eviction Prevention TND Originally from the Boston area, Kavish graduated from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology with a major in mathematics and minor in physics & computer science. During and since college, he became passionate about working to make Boston an affordable place for all who live and hope to live here. He worked for the Neighborhood Developers (TND), an affordable housing developer in Chelsea, as an AmeriCorps VISTA from 2019-2020, and then became a Senior Research Assistant at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston conducting research in national housing and healthcare policy. Now, Kavish is back at TND, managing their housing assistance and eviction prevention team. His team works to keep families in Chelsea and the surrounding area in their homes, and collaborates with local cities on program design to achieve that end. Outside of work, Kavish is a huge Manchester City fan and enjoys hiking, playing board games, and reading poetry.

RISING STAR AWARD

Amanda Glennon Amanda transitioned from a long-standing career in the financial sector to join NeighborWorks Housing Solutions as the Director of Homeownership and HCEC in late 2021. Her mission is to make homeownership accessible to individuals throughout the Commonwealth, and she is constantly working to provide education, service, and equitable opportunities for all.

Amanda has educated countless first-time homebuyers and successfully assisted hundreds in closing on their first homes. Amanda is frequently sought after to support clients facing foreclosure, help individuals navigate subsidized housing, and assist families in crisis navigate their options. Amanda is also a valued partner to other organizations, offering expertise and mentoring to those in the field and other community-based organizations.

Beyond her NHS commitments, Amanda is deeply engaged in the Brockton community. She is proud to serve as the Board Chair of the Downtown Brockton Association and as the Treasurer of the Brockton Housing Partnership.

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RISING STAR AWARD

Jasmine Graddy Director of Workforce Development, North Shore CDC Jasmine Graddy has been with North Shore Community Development Coalition (NSCDC) since 2016, starting as a Case Manager for YouthBuild, a pre-apprenticeship program focused on helping young people earn their High School Equivalency (HiSET) diploma and gain industry-recognized credentials in fields such as construction, healthcare, and culinary arts. Her passion for direct service and commitment to youth success quickly became evident, leading to her promotion to Youth Services Manager in 2020.

In 2022, Jasmine was promoted to Director of Workforce Development, where she now oversees both the YouthBuild North Shore and S.T.A.N.D (Students Taking Action in Neighborhood Development) programs. In this role, she is dedicated to fostering new relationships, supporting her team, and creating opportunities that empower young people to achieve their full potential.

Jasmine is particularly passionate about providing alternative learners— those who may not follow traditional educational paths—with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed. She believes that every young person deserves a chance to thrive, regardless of the educational path they take.

Jasmine holds a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from UMass Boston and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Clark Atlanta University, an esteemed Historically Black College and University (HBCU). She recently became a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), a milestone achieved in October 2024.

This accomplishment is a testament to her ongoing dedication to helping others and her commitment to her own personal and professional growth.

Outside of work, Jasmine finds inspiration and purpose in studying the Bible, and enjoys dancing and swimming, which bring her joy and balance!

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RISING STAR AWARD

Kate Minifie Farm & Food Products Program Director, Franklin County CDC In her role as Farm & Food Products Program Director at the Western MA Food Processing Center/Franklin County Community Development Corporation, Kate specializes in guiding entrepreneurs through the process of launching packaged food products into the marketplace. With a keen understanding of industry trends and consumer preferences, she empowers businesses to thrive in a competitive market, helping them turn innovative ideas into tangible products. With a passion for sustainable food systems and economic development, it is her mission to help entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of an unfamiliar industry, providing them with tools and expertise through 1-1 technical assistance and educational programming. She enjoys fostering connections amongst food entrepreneurs and connecting them with industry experts. She is inspired by the creativity and hard work of her many clients and enjoys serving them alongside a variety of regional partners.

RISING STAR AWARD

Leonardo Ruiz Sanchez Lead Community Organizer, Fenway CDC A self-proclaimed Southern Belle from Tennessee, Leo brings charm and determination to his role as Lead Community Organizer at Fenway CDC. With a degree in Community Health from Tufts University, he approaches organizing with a holistic perspective and deep compassion. Leo leans into the Popular Education philosophy that everyone teaches and everyone learns, fostering an environment where community members share knowledge and grow together. Beyond his work, Leo is a fitness enthusiast who loves hiking, barre, yoga, and discovering good food. When he’s not hitting the trails or the yoga mat, you’ll find him behind the camera, capturing life’s stories via the visual.

He also loves movies, have you seen The Substance yet?

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2025-2026 MACDC Board Nominations Board Members Up for (re)election (to serve through Fall 2026)

Returning Board Members (to serve through Fall 2025)

Colleen Loveless Revitalize CDC (West)

Gail Latimore Codman Square NDC (Boston)

Rafael Mares The Neighborhood Developers (Greater Boston)

Marc Dohan NewVue Communities (Central)

Gonzalo Puigbo Somerville CC (Greater Boston)

Robert Corley NeighborWorks Housing Solutions (Southeast)

Suneeth John Fenway CDC (Boston)

David Christopolis Hilltown CDC (West) Angie Liou Asian CDC (at-large)

Teronda Ellis JPNDC (Boston)

Kimberly Lyle Dorchester Bay EDC (Boston)

Erika Hernandez ACT Lawrence (Northeast)

Emilio Dorcely Urban Edge (Boston)

Alexis Breitnecher Valley CDC (at-large)

Jay Coburn CDP (Southeast)

MACDC Officers CHAIR – Emilio Dorcely, Urban Edge VICE CHAIR – Kimberly Lyle, Dorchester Bay EDC TREASURER – Gonzalo Puigbo, Somerville CC CLERK – Rafael Mares, The Neighborhood Developers

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We Thank Our Generous Sponsors PRESENTING SPONSORS

PLATINUM SPONSORS JPMorgan Chase & Co Kuehn Charitable Foundation Massachusetts Housing Partnership Mass Housing Investment Corp NeighborWorks America

PNC Bank Santander Bank The Boston Foundation United Way Urban Edge

GOLD Boston Children’s Hospital Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Dorchester Bay EDC

Massachusetts Growth Captial Corp M&T Bank Rockland Trust

SILVER Community Economic Development Assistance Corp

Insource Services, Inc Needham Bank

Davis Square Architects Dedham Savings Bank Federal Home Loan Bank

Point32Health Preservation of Affordable Housing Somerville Community Corporation

BRONZE AAFCPA’s Affirmative Investments Bank ESB Fenway CDC Harborlight Community Partners

Inquilinos Boricuas en Accion Joe & Dina Kriesberg Leader Bank Licata Risk Advisors Munkenbeck Consulting New Ecology, Inc.

Nolan Sheehan Patten LLP Resonant Energy Schwarzchild Consulting TD Bank Vermont Mutual Insurance Group

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Our Mission Statement MACDC is a membership organization that seeks to build and sustain a high performing and adaptive community development sector that is supported by private and public investment and sound public policies. We advance racial and economic equity by creating healthy communities where everyone lives in housing they can afford, benefits from economic opportunities and can fully participate in the civic life of their community.

CORE PRIORITIES 1. Build the power and voice of lower-income people and people of color to shape the future of their communities and their own lives; 2. Expand affordable housing in places where low- and moderateincome people can thrive; 3. Reduce income and wealth inequality across the state; 4. Drive the convergence of community development and community health; 5. Promote racial equity within the field and the Commonwealth.

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MAJOR PROGRAM AREAS 1. Member Services – providing technical assistance, peer learning, and other supports to members; 2. Advocacy and System Reform – Leveraging our collective power to fight for policies and system reforms that help our members achieve their work locally and help expand economic opportunity and racial justice throughout our Commonwealth; 3. Mel King Institute for Community Building – Offering high quality training and support to professional community developers, board members, community leaders and everyone else involved in our field; 4. Research and Innovation – Conducting research about and for our field while promoting/supporting innovation in the field.

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UNITING PEOPLE. UNLOCKING OPPORTUNITIES. United Way is proud to partner with the Massachusetts Association of Community Development Corporations (MACDC) to advance more equitable communities.

Because real, transformative change only happens when we work together.

GIVE. ADVOCATE. VOLUNTEER. UnitedWayMassBay.org

MHP is proud to support MACDC.

affordable homes,

better lives The Massachusetts Housing Partnership Community Assistance

Rental Financing

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A strong community can do brilliant things.

At PNC, we celebrate those members of our community who help make it shine more brilliantly. Thank you for the difference you make every day.

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The Boston Foundation proudly supports the MACDC Annual Meeting. Affordable housing has been a major priority of TBF since the 1960s—and we were proud to be an early supporter of MACDC in 1982. Thank you for the invaluable work you do representing our state’s CDCs, which, like you, are dedicated to working with—and engaging with—the Commonwealth’s residents, businesses and neighborhoods with the goal of building strong, vibrant communities. We extend our special gratitude for helping all of us navigate our way through one of the worst housing crises in Greater Boston’s history. Your work—especially your advocacy—could not be more important than it is today.

For about the Boston Foundation, visit tbf.org.

NeighborWorks America Proudly Salutes

MACDC

and its member organizations.

Our long-standing partnership continues to grow in support of home, health, wealth and opportunity in communities throughout Massachusetts now and for the future.

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We lift up our support for the Massachusetts Association of Community Development Corporations celebrating the strides they make each day to build stronger, safer, and vibrant communities; building a tomorrow where everyone can thrive.

Congratulations MACDC for 40 Years of Enriching the lives of low income families through advocacy and housing.

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Congratulations MACDC for 40 Years of Enriching the lives of low income families through advocacy and housing.

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LOBBY DAY Support Community Development Today for Sustainable and Vibrant Communities Tomorrow

We can’t wait to see you!

APRIL 10, 2025

10 am - 3pm

Massachusetts State House 24 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02130

Fall 2024 foundations program: DEC 3 Building Affordable Housing Development Kickoff Kickstart your journey in affordable housing project management with our inperson half-day session designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the development process.

DEC 4 Affordable Housing Finance Basics

In this introduction to the fundamentals of affordable housing finance, instructor Laurie Gould will provide an overview of the main tools for financing, developing, and maintaining multifamily affordable housing.

Dec 5 Ending Zoning’s Racist Legacy by Taking Action

This session will explore a two-part presentation by Jennifer Raitt titled “Ending Zoning’s Racist Legacy: From Understanding to Taking Action.” Each part of the presentation will be followed by an open Q&A with participants.

Winter 2025 foundations program: Jan 14-15 Building Affordable Housing Finance Series Our two-day, in-person intensive covers the financial frameworks crucial to affordable housing development. Over the course of four 3-hour sessions, participants will gain a deep understanding of financial modeling, subsidy strategies, and budget management.

jan 16 Inclusive Hiring

The first session of our HR Series will focus on integrating inclusive decision making at each step of the hiring process to ensure that your organization brings the best talent to further your mission.

jan 30 Legal Issues & Closings

From zoning and permitting to land use, this session covers the legal intricacies of affordable housing closings. You’ll also learn best practices for managing legal risks during the development process.

feb 11 Design & Role of the Owner’s Project Manager

Understand the vital role of the project manager in overseeing design and construction. This session will cover how to manage architectural plans, oversee construction phases, and engage necessary sub-consultants for a successful project.

feb 13 Equitable Professional Development

The second session of our HR Series will aim to help organizations create customized professional development plans for employees. Topics will include how to set professional goals with your employees and how to create professional development plans tailored for each individual's different needs.

feb 27 Working with Lenders & Investors

Learn the art of securing favorable loan terms and managing relationships with lenders and investors for long-term project success. This session will help you navigate relationships with lenders and investors for optimal project outcomes and to ensure compliance with financial reporting.

MAr 12 Intro to Community Economic Development

This course is a comprehensive exploration of contemporary community development, covering various aspects such as its history, key players, core values, goals, challenges, strategies, and emerging innovations.

MAr 13 Building an Inclusive Workplace Culture

Ready to make your workplace the best it can be? The final session of our HR Series focuses on how organizations can cultivate a more inclusive culture so new hires feel respected and experience belonging at work.

Reflecting on the Racial Equity Pledge It has been four years since MACDC launched the Racial Equity Pledge, and we feel that now is a good time to reflect on it and the impact it has had on our partner CDCs across the state. To do this, we met with a few representatives from our partner CDCs to ask how adopting the Pledge has affected their work.

Click the links below to learn about how some of our partners are interpreting the Pledge.

Worcester Common Ground IBA Franklin County CDC Community Teamwork Codman Square NDC

Massachusetts Association of Community Development Corporations — We’re proud to support you Thank you for the import work you do in creating places of opportunity where all people can live with dignity while participating in and benefiting from our Commonwealth’s economy.

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