News & Awards

Pilot Initiative Shows Strong Early Outcomes — Helping Residents Avoid Eviction and Achieve Housing Stability BOSTON, Jan. 6, 2026 — Connected Communities today announced early results from its Coordinated Eviction Prevention (CEP) program, operated with grant funding from Massachusetts General Hospital in partnership with WinnCompanies, Urban Edge, Madison Park Development Corporation, Nuestra Comunidad Development Corporation, Dorchester Bay Economic Development Corporation

A unique partnership between Snowden House and Sunshine Children’s Rehabilitation is helping residents pursue careers in healthcare. The collaboration offers free Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training to Snowden residents, equipping them with the skills needed for success in the field. The training program spans three weeks, after which participants receive CNA certification. Graduates are guaranteed employment with Sunshine Children’s Rehabilitation,

Delivering over 10,000 pounds of farm-fresh produce to residents, this partnership tackles food insecurity and brings families together. Access to fresh, healthy food is essential—but not always easy for families in affordable housing communities. That’s why our partnership with Full Belly Foods has been such a meaningful initiative for Connected Communities. Food insecurity remains a critical issue across the country.

On September 25th, we proudly celebrated the graduation of Cohort 5 of the Maintenance Apprenticeship Program, with 16 apprentices walking across the stage to mark the completion of a journey defined by dedication, growth, and opportunity. For Director of Workforce Initiatives, Saraugh Fitah, the milestone reflects much more than certificates and titles—it represents the fulfillment of the program’s mission. What

Honoring Veterans and Building Supportive Communities Together At any given moment, fewer than one percent of Americans are serving on active duty in the U.S. military. That small fraction represents men and women who voluntarily put their lives on hold—and often in harm’s way—to protect our freedoms. As we approach Veterans Day, we pause to honor not only those currently

Maintenance Apprenticeship Program: Hector’s Journey of Growth and Career Success Before joining WinnCompanies, Hector Moreta was manufacturing pipes at a pipe fitting company. Skilled in carpentry but seeking a path toward long-term growth, Hector came across the Maintenance Apprenticeship Program through WinnCompanies’ Workforce Initiative Program with Connected Communities—and he knew he had found his next step. The program, part of

Diego’s story brings our youth impact data to life. But his journey is about more than just youth engagement—it’s about what happens when a family finds steady support, when housing meets real needs, and when one young leader grows up surrounded by people who believe in his potential. It’s a story of resilience, relationship, and the power of being seen—not

Building strong foundations today to empower tomorrow’s leaders. Across the communities we serve, young people are actively participating in programs that spark curiosity, strengthen confidence, and promote academic achievement. From afterschool clubs and mentorship groups to teen leadership opportunities and summer camps, these programs aren’t just meaningful—they’re transformative. In fact, 71% of youth in the communities we serve are currently

Acting on behalf of WinnCompanies, the Connected Communities Foundation (CCF) has coordinated successful applications that led to more than $60,000 in grant awards through the MassHousing Food and Nutrition Program, benefiting seven affordable housing communities owned by WinnCompanies in Massachusetts.

The Connected Communities Foundation (CCF), a Boston-based non-profit dedicated to advancing community-based programs for affordable housing residents, has promoted Katherine “Katie” Baker to serve as its Head of Operations.