ABCD President and CEO Sharon Scott-Chandler spoke with Mandile M. at the The Bay State Banner newspaper about how $144 million in federal funding received by Massachusetts will allow ABCD to offer a maximum of $1,050 in Fuel Assistance families in Greater Boston and the Mystic Valley. Many households that might think they won’t qualify for assistance actually do. For example, a family of 4 with an income of $94,600 could qualify for $630 in assistance. Visit bostonabcd.org/heat. Read more https://lnkd.in/eGeCM7V8 #heap #maspoli #community
Action for Boston Community Development, Inc.
Non-profit Organization Management
Boston, Massachusetts 5,225 followers
From where you are to where you want to be.
About us
ABCD is a nonprofit community action agency that builds pathways out of poverty in partnership with families and communities so that everyone can thrive. Each year we impact more than 100,000 residents in Greater Boston and statewide with the tools and resources needed to transition from poverty to stability and from stability to success. ABCD assists and empowers people by providing access to resources and opportunities that foster equity in all its forms.
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http://www.bostonabcd.org
External link for Action for Boston Community Development, Inc.
- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1962
- Specialties
- Early Education, Children's Services, Adult Education & Training, Elder Services, Energy & Fuel Assistance, Financial Wellness, Food, Health Services, Housing & Homelessness Prevention, Immigration Services, and Youth Services
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Employees at Action for Boston Community Development, Inc.
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A little #mondaymotivation to start the week 😤 Earlier this month, expedition leader and director of Full Circle Expeditions Phil Henderson spoke to University High students about his experience climbing some of the world's tallest peaks, including Kilimanjaro and Denali, and leading the first all-Black expedition to summit Everest. Thanks for stopping by before your next adventure, Phil 💪 🏔️ Read more about Phil and Full Circle Expeditions here: https://lnkd.in/grCFQnku
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A post to warm the heart on a chilly Friday morning ❄️ Earlier this week, ABCD and Jack from Fawcett Energy teamed up for a fuel delivery in Everett. Great things happen when a community comes together 🤝
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Behind the Scenes: NBC Boston’s Mary Markos reporting live from the ABCD Neighborhood Service Center in Dorchester. #abcdtoydrive #community
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Many thanks to Collin Robisheaux and Boston Globe Media for this great article about the need for donations to our Toy Drive! Help families put a smile of children's faces this holiday season by initiating a toy donation at https://lnkd.in/eJp4Wuqg. Cash donations can be made online at https://lnkd.in/eWfisyEu. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eHfe5fxG #abcdtoydrive #community
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With a winter storm expected to hit Boston tonight, no one should be worrying about where they’ll be getting their next meal or if they can afford to heat their home. Donate to the Winter Fund to help a family in need: https://lnkd.in/ezJtYakf #WinterStorm #WinterEmergency
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Make an impact this Giving Tuesday. For over 60 years, ABCD has been at the forefront of anti-poverty work in Boston. Today, we’re asking you to take action to support working families. Donate: https://lnkd.in/ezJtYakf #GivingTuesday #GiveBack
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On #WorldAIDSDay, we commit ourselves to ending the stigma surrounding HIV and honor the lives of those affected by the AIDS epidemic. For more health resources, visit bostonabcd.org/health
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Giving Tuesday is less than a week away! Don't wait! Act now to support families in need this winter. Donate: https://lnkd.in/ezJtYakf
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