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06.04.2020

In Life Science Cares Blog: LSC Partners with Madison Park Development Corp to Help Minority Contractors Get Back to Work

Today, Madison Park Development Corporation (MPDC) & Life Science Cares (LSC) launch The Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE) Contractors Relief Fund, an initiative to offer emergency financial assistance for Minority and Women-Owned Contractors in Greater Boston. As a community development corporation, MPDC comprehends the economic hardships of small contractors during COVID-19. Many MWBE contractors have found it challenging to access grants, funds, and unemployment assistance currently being offered by state and federal agencies.

06.01.2020

On The Scope: Boston: A summer heatwave could hurt Boston neighborhoods already suffering from COVID-19

As summer approaches and the social distancing measures necessitated by COVID-19 continue, Bostonians who lack consistent access to air conditioning in their homes face additional challenges and health risks.

05.04.2020

In the BJC Bulletin from the Boston Jobs Coalition: BJC & MPDC distribute food to local residents

BJC & MPDC distribute food to local residents during COVID-19.

04.15.2020

NABWIC Talks with Katrina Conrad Workforce Diversity Project Manager, MPDC

Hear Katrina Conrad, MPDC’s Workforce Diversity & Development Manager, on NABWIC’s podcast!