Boston Hospitals Invest $800,000 into Dorchester Bay EDC’s Affordable Housing Preservation and Development
Dorchester Bay
March 20, 2026
What's happening at Dorchester Bay Economic Development Corporation?
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 opportunity. Visit us in Dorchester – come share in our work!
Providing affordable housing and commercial space that enables residents to remain and thrive.
Providing loans to small businsses in Dorchester, Jamaica Plain, Hyde Park, Roslindale, and Roxbury.
Supporting the residents of our buildings and advocating for our community’s needs.
4-Part Small Business
Management Program
Wednesday, October 4th
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Small Business Workshop:
Small Business Management Program
Tuesday, August 29th
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Thank you to everyone who attended DBEDC’s Annual Arts in the Park event! Our community coming together to enjoy art, music, and connection is what it`s all about.
Special thanks to our performers, artists, vendors, and property management companies for your support and participation.
A special shoutout and thank you to UHM Properties, winncompanies and @maloneyproperties for the raffle prizes!
We can’t wait to see you at next year’s Arts in the Park!
#DBEDC #ArtsinthePark #CommunityStrong #BuildingCommunity #Dorchester #dorchesterbay
Performers:
@Afrobeatsdanceboston_
@keiweifruit
@maceyomaze
@btoboston
@bostonrhythmridersldm
Food/Concession and Community Vendors:
@berryrental
@tastetscateringandevents
@maxultimatefood
@daddyandmeboston
🤖 The future of work is here.
Is your resume ready for it? Your skills? Your confidence with AI tools?
Dorchester Bay`s AI Readiness Initiative is here to help Boston residents get ahead. It`s FREE.
Start with Google AI Essentials, then build toward certificates in:
✅ AI Fundamentals
✅ Prompting Essentials
✅ Project Management
✅ Data Analytics
✅ IT Support
✅ Cybersecurity
Most participants finish their first certificate in 5 weeks or less. 🎓
Plus, you`ll get career coaching, workforce development resources, and a network of people leveling up alongside you.
📅 INFO SESSION: Tuesday, August 11
💻 Remote: 3–4 PM (link in bio)
🏢 In Person: 5–6 PM
594 Columbia Rd. Dorchester, MA
📌 A few things to know:
1. Open to Boston residents only
2. In-person is limited to 14 seats.
3. Remote? You`ll need your own computer.
🔗 Sign up today! Link in bio!
Questions? Email Jasmine Griffin: [email protected]
#AI #FutureOfWork #GoogleCareerCertificates #WorkforceDevelopment #CareerDevelopment #Boston #Dorchester #DigitalSkills #Upskilling #FreeTraining #BostonJobs
Through rain and shine, Dorchester came out and showed out for the community! There is no community without YOU! When Boston comes together, we are united. Special thanks to our sponsors and participating vendors.
This is just the beginning. Stay connected with your local small businesses. Follow Dorchester Bay for more
resources and events.
If you attended the block party, share your experience with us!
We are one week away from the most anticipated event of the summer! Next Saturday, join Dorchester Bay for a day of memorable community building. Celebrate together. Support local.
🔗RSVP with the link in bio!
#thingstodoinboston #RoxburyMA #Dorchester #617 #communityblockparty DorchesterBay
BostonEvents
