Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Development Corporation

Yesterday, our team had the incredible opportunity to attend the MACDC Annual Meeting in Worcester, where community development leaders from across the Commonwealth gathered to celebrate achievements, share knowledge, and set the course for the year ahead. It was an inspiring day that reinforced our commitment to building equity and prosperity in Boston. A standout moment was hearing Isaiah Valmont, our Economic Mobility Coach, share how we’re expanding our support for the Haitian community. Isaiah, our second Haitian Creole speaker, is building on the foundation laid by Halley Jeremie, our Associate Director of RAMWP and the first Haitian Creole speaker on our team. Together, they’re strengthening our ability to serve and uplift this important community. We’re honored to be part of a movement that’s driving positive change for all! #CommunityDevelopment #EquityInAction #JPNDC #MACDC2024

A heartfelt thank you to Capital One for their generous grant in support of JPNDC’s Small Business Services! This vital funding allows us to provide free, expert technical assistance and education to microbusinesses, helping them overcome challenges and thrive. Strong small businesses are the backbone of our communities, and with Capital One’s support, we’re able to empower both families and neighborhoods to grow stronger together.

Take the survey today at https://shorturl.at/IbsJl! When can you take part in this survey? The Youth Speaks Boston survey is open for responses from November 2024 through January 2025. Who is eligible to take the survey? The survey is available for all Boston residents ages 14-25. It is available in different languages: English, Spanish, French, Cape Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole, Brazilian Portuguese, Somali, Vietnamese, Russian, Arabic, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese. How long is the survey? The 30-question survey takes about 5-7 minutes to complete.

Ruby Rose is a talented muralist, and the owner of Bullseye Mural Co. With a community focused mindset, she works to allow small businesses the opportunity to brighten their spaces and tell their stories through art. Click here to read the full article and check out one of JPNDC's Small Business success stories!

?? Meet Ruby Rose, founder of Bullseye Mural Co., transforming spaces with vibrant murals that tell stories and build community! From high school muralist to business owner, Ruby’s work is helping small businesses like Daily Table Grocery in Dorchester create welcoming, unique spaces. With support from JPNDC’s Small Business Workshops, Ruby turned her passion into a thriving business. Want to learn more about her journey? Visit our website for the full story! https://lnkd.in/ezAc5kBt #CommunityArt #SmallBusiness #JPNDC #Murals

JPNDC extends our heartfelt gratitude to the TD Bank Charitable Foundation for their unwavering support over the past two years. Thanks to their generous funding, we’ve been able to expand our Family Mobility Services, including offering critical assistance to newly arrived Haitian immigrants. This is just one example of how TD Bank’s partnership is making a meaningful difference in our community. We are deeply thankful for TD Bank’s trust and commitment to helping JPNDC succeed and thrive!

Our Resident, Advocacy, Mobility, and Wellness Pathways (RAMWP) team had the privilege of attending the New England Affordable Housing Management Association (NEAHMA) conference yesterday. This valuable experience helped us deepen our partnership with Peabody Properties and explore new ways to better serve our residents as we prepare for the official launch of the RAMWP program. We are incredibly proud of this talented team, whose dedication is key to delivering JPNDC’s services directly to the families in our affordable housing. Their work continues to strengthen our mission of empowering communities and creating lasting impact! #AffordableHousing #CommunityImpact #Partnerships

Our Family Childcare Services team is hosting a winter coat drive to keep our little ones warm all season long! ???? #CommunitySupport #WarmthForAll #FamilyCare

Last Saturday, the Jackson Square community came together for a powerful Peace Walk led by JS LOVS (Jackson Square Lifting Our Voices for Safety) building captains. Joined by city officials, including Councilors Julia Mejia, Henry Santana, Ben Weber, and State Rep. Samantha Monta?o, as well as local organizations and residents, we walked to honor the memory of those we’ve lost and to demand a safer, more supportive environment for our youth. ?? We began at Mozart Park and made our way through the neighborhood, with poignant testimonies from youth and community leaders, including a call to action for elected officials to take stronger steps toward safety and support. This walk was a clear message: we are united in our fight for change. We will continue to raise our voices, stand together, and push for a safer Jackson Square! #JacksonSquare #PeaceWalk #CommunityUnity #YouthEmpowerment #SafetyFirst #JSLOVS

A1 Cleaning’s journey from a small startup to a thriving business is a true testament to resilience and community support. Founded by Omay Ford and Curtis Strickland during the pandemic, they turned a need for disinfecting services into a legacy-building business, employing 12 part-time workers and securing major contracts with local organizations. Omay’s vision? To create a better future for his grandkids through hard work, community connections, and dedication. Check out the full article, Crafting a Legacy: The Story of A1 Cleaning at https://lnkd.in/g6R7vYvw #SmallBusinessServices #CommunityPower #LegacyBuilding