Grant Award from the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities

From the announcement:

"Annually, the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (HLC) supports 2,514 year-round beds and 363 winter beds for individuals experiencing homelessness. This supplemental grant funding will support an additional 1,298 winter shelter beds and 410 overnight warming center slots through partnerships with municipalities and community-based providers, marking a significant increase from last winter when $9.9 million supported 737 beds statewide. The additional capacity will ensure that more individuals have access to safe, warm spaces this winter. 

The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (HLC) was established in 2023 to create more homes and lower housing costs for Massachusetts residents. HLC also distributes funding to municipalities, oversees the state-aided public housing portfolio, and operates the state's Emergency Family Shelter (EA) program."

Statement of Support from Emily Lazzaro, Malden Warming Center Board President:  

"The Malden Warming Center is so honored to receive this $52,890 grant from the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities. These funds came at a critical moment for our Center's operations. This award will help us keep our doors open and continue to practice hospitality for the unhoused community in Malden and surrounding areas. This grant award will cover our utility and security costs, ensuring that our guests can stay warm and safe during a tight budget year for our program. We are grateful to the Commonwealth, and especially the EOHLC for this generous award." 

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