Everett Citizens Foundation awards $170K in grants to 17 local organizations

Special to The Advocate

The Everett Citizens Foundation (ECF) awarded a total of $170,000 in grants to 17 local organizations during its Year 7, Round 1 distribution event, which was held on Thursday, Nov. 6, in the Picasso Ballroom at Encore Boston Harbor. The ECF was established through the City of Everett’s Host Community Agreement with Encore Boston Harbor, which was approved by voters in 2013. The Foundation — comprised of members appointed by Mayor Carlo DeMaria, the Everett City Council, State Senator Sal DiDomenico and State Representative Joe McGonagle — supports and promotes local groups, associations and programs that advance important city initiatives and directly benefit Everett residents. To date, the ECF has awarded more than $2 million in grants to local organizations providing meaningful support and resources to the Everett community.

“This round of grants continues our commitment to strengthening the programs and organizations that make Everett a better place for everyone,” said Mayor DeMaria. “We’re proud to help these local groups continue their vital work serving residents.”

The following organizations each received a $10,000 grant as part of Year 7, Round 1 funding:

• Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA)
• Community Fridge (Everett Planning Department)
• Devens School
• E Club of Everett
• Everett Community Growers
• Everett Hard Knocks
• For Kids Only Afterschool (FKO)
• Grace Food Pantry
• La Comunidad
• Latinos Unidos en Massachusetts (LUMA)
• Malden Warming Center
• Mystic Valley Elder Services
• Mystic Valley YMCA
• Sober Shuttle
• Techie Wissen LLC
• The Food Drive
• Youth Power Group

The Everett Citizens Foundation extends its appreciation to Encore Boston Harbor for hosting the presentation ceremony.