South Boston Neighborhood Development Corporation

05/31/2026

Tomorrow!

05/30/2026

You wouldn't know it by today's weather, but summer is officially underway at Patriot Homes! ☀️🇺🇸

Our veterans gathered Friday for a cookout to celebrate the start of summer and enjoy the patio space. It was a great afternoon filled with good food, laughter, and time spent together outdoors.

We’re proud to help create welcoming spaces where our veterans can relax, connect, and build community.

05/29/2026

A new partnership between Brighton Marine and the City of Boston is set to expand support services for veterans and military families across Boston through a new initiative and grant program aimed at strengthening veteran-serving organizations in every neighborhood.

The announcement was made Friday at Brighton Marine’s campus in Brighton, where city officials, veteran advocates, nonprofit leaders, and elected officials gathered to celebrate the collaboration and its impact on the veteran community. Christine Kelly, South Boston NDC's Residential Coordinator for Patriot Homes, was in attendance.

“This is more than a financial investment,” said Rosye Cloud, CEO of Brighton Marine. “It is a clear signal that veterans and their families here in Boston are seen and valued.”

The new initiative includes funding for a veterans grant program that will provide direct financial support to community organizations serving veterans throughout Boston. South Boston NDC has been a past recipient of city grants for our affordable Patriot Homes veterans housing.

“Veterans have given so much in service to our country, and these grants allow South Boston NDC to give back in meaningful, tangible ways,” said Donna Brown, Executive Director of South Boston NDC. “The support we receive through these grants ensure that our residents at Patriot Homes are not only housed, but truly cared for, with access to healthy food, transportation, wellness resources, and the basic comforts that create dignity and stability at home. For many of our veterans, these programs make the difference between simply getting by and genuinely thriving.”

According to Mayor Michelle Wu, the program is expected to launch this fall and will be administered in partnership with the city’s Office of Veterans Services.

“Commissioner (Rob) Santiago and his team at the Office of Veterans Services will help design and launch this new program,” Wu said. “It will begin this fall, providing financial support to community organizations serving veterans in every one of our neighborhoods.”

Wu described the partnership as a continuation of Brighton Marine’s long-standing commitment to veterans and military families, especially during times of need.

“When Boston needed a partner who could deliver for our veterans, Brighton Marine stepped forward immediately,” Wu said. “We’re so grateful for their commitment.”

As part of the partnership, the city will also open a satellite Office of Veterans Services location on Brighton Marine’s campus to improve access to benefits and support.

Commissioner Santiago called the initiative “a transformative investment” in Boston’s veteran community.

“These funds will help veteran-serving organizations expand their reach, strengthen their programs, and continue providing critical support to our city’s veterans and their military families,” Santiago said.

He emphasized that the collaboration reflects a broader commitment shared by government agencies, nonprofits, and community organizations.

“What makes this collaboration so powerful is that it recognizes that supporting veterans is not the responsibility of one organization,” Santiago said. “It requires government, nonprofits, community leaders, and veteran service organizations working together toward that common goal."

05/28/2026

🐾 South Boston pet owners — don’t miss the City of Boston’s Low-Cost Rabies Clinic & Dog Licensing event this Saturday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the BCYF Condon Community Center (200 D St.)! Vaccines for cats and dogs will be available, along with dog licensing services. Please bring proof of previous rabies vaccination if available.

05/27/2026

Fourth Presbyterian Church summer program!

05/26/2026

Monday!!

05/25/2026

Congratulations, Stephen!

05/25/2026

05/20/2026

Happy World Bee Day! 🐝🌼

Today we celebrate the tiny pollinators that play a huge role in keeping our ecosystems healthy and our food systems thriving. Bees help pollinate the plants, flowers, fruits, and vegetables we rely on every day.

You can support bees by planting pollinator-friendly flowers, avoiding harmful pesticides, and supporting local farms and gardens. Every small action helps protect these essential creatures for future generations. 💛🌎

05/19/2026

Two cool programs at the library!