Working towards a more equitable, liveable Boston

Welcome to DBEDC

Dorchester Bay Economic Development Corporation works collaboratively with residents, businesses, and our many partners toward our shared goal of a stronger, healthier, and more financially viable place to live and work.

Through our real estate development, community engagement, and economic development efforts we strive to build stronger neighborhoods and foster economic justice and opportunity. Visit us in Dorchester – come share in our work!

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Core Offerings

Providing affordable housing and commercial space that enables residents to remain and thrive.

Helping small businesses to open, sustain, and grow.

Building careers through job
training and placement, and supporting returning citizens.

Supporting residents and advocating for our community’s needs.

Latest News

Upcoming Events

4-Part Small Business 
Management Program 

Wednesday, October 4th

5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Small Business Workshop Series


DBEDC Annual Fundraiser

Monthly

 

Thursday, September 26 at 6pm

Small Business Workshop:

Small Business Management Program

Tuesday, August 29th

5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Social Media

#SmallBusinessWeek spotlight on our client @doras_taqueria, owned by Kelmyn Mejia and his daughter. Kelmyn came to the US from the Dominican Republic as a teenager, with dreams to open a restaurant. He named the restaurant for his grandmother. Dora is now a thriving taqueria with many locations!  Photo by @cmcintoshphoto

#SmallBusinessWeek spotlight on our client @doras_taqueria, owned by Kelmyn Mejia and his daughter. Kelmyn came to the US from the Dominican Republic as a teenager, with dreams to open a restaurant. He named the restaurant for his grandmother. Dora is now a thriving taqueria with many locations! Photo by @cmcintoshphoto ...

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Happy #AAPIHeritage Month - here are some of our small business clients and other local businesses to support this month:

Nicoya Construction - A MBE providing professional general contracting and construction management services within the affordable housing sector.

New Ho Toy Restaurant - New Ho Toy is a cornerstone in the Dorchester community and has been recognized for its outstanding Chinese cuisine, excellent service and friendly staff.

Huong Que Restaurant - Customer favorites include Lemongrass Tofu, Scallion Pancakes, and Catfish Hot Pot.

Comfort Kitchen Boston - A celebration of the ingredients and flavors of the African diaspora connected from Asia to the Americas — global comfort food.

Ba Le Banh Mi - All the traditional Vietnamese dishes with home made recipes passed down for decades.

Phu Coung Market - Vietnamese market selling in-season fresh products.

Photos by: Chris McIntosh & Stefanie Belnavis of The Diahann Project

Happy #AAPIHeritage Month - here are some of our small business clients and other local businesses to support this month:

Nicoya Construction - A MBE providing professional general contracting and construction management services within the affordable housing sector.

New Ho Toy Restaurant - New Ho Toy is a cornerstone in the Dorchester community and has been recognized for its outstanding Chinese cuisine, excellent service and friendly staff.

Huong Que Restaurant - Customer favorites include Lemongrass Tofu, Scallion Pancakes, and Catfish Hot Pot.

Comfort Kitchen Boston - A celebration of the ingredients and flavors of the African diaspora connected from Asia to the Americas — global comfort food.

Ba Le Banh Mi - All the traditional Vietnamese dishes with home made recipes passed down for decades.

Phu Coung Market - Vietnamese market selling in-season fresh products.

Photos by: Chris McIntosh & Stefanie Belnavis of The Diahann Project
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Call for donations!! This Affordable Housing Month, donate to our Close to Home campaign to make a difference in the lives of families struggling to find stable, affordable housing. There are over 20,000 homeless households in MA. The current affordability crisis is pushing long-time residents out of their homes. Dorchester Bay is committed to developing quality affordable housing to prevent displacement as the cost of rent continues to skyrocket.

Call for donations!! This Affordable Housing Month, donate to our Close to Home campaign to make a difference in the lives of families struggling to find stable, affordable housing. There are over 20,000 homeless households in MA. The current affordability crisis is pushing long-time residents out of their homes. Dorchester Bay is committed to developing quality affordable housing to prevent displacement as the cost of rent continues to skyrocket. ...

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Join us virtually on Wednesday, May 15 at 6pm for the fourth design meeting for the Boston Center for Youth and Families Grove Hall Community Center. Zoom link in bio.

Join us virtually on Wednesday, May 15 at 6pm for the fourth design meeting for the Boston Center for Youth and Families Grove Hall Community Center. Zoom link in bio. ...

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