"I came to the United States when I was 10 years old. I have a lot of passion for what I do because I feel I live the mission of this organization, every day. After 38 years, I still love coming in and helping people who are in need." - Helena DaSilva Hughes,...
President John Vasconcellos recently sat down with WBSM radio host Jim Phillips of Townsquare Sunday to discuss our new Leadership Equity Fund. John speaks to what motivated its creation to address racial disparities and work towards a more diverse, equitable, and...
Creative SouthCoast Initiative & New Bedford Housing Authority Partnership For the third year, the Creative SouthCoast Initiative of the Community Foundation and the New Bedford Housing Authority are launching a summer grant opportunity to bring community...
The 26th Annual Meeting was held on Tuesday, June 8th, and provided an update on Board governance and 2020 accomplishments. It also discussed plans for the year ahead, including a special announcement from the Chair of the SouthCoast...
"I love music, and I love New Bedford, so leading the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra is the perfect job for me. I know firsthand the impact music can have on a person’s life, and I want as many people to experience that as possible in our community." - Dave...
“As you climb, you support others with you.” -Beverly Williams, Executive Vice President, BAMSI BAMSI (Brockton Area Multi-Services, Inc.) is an organization dedicated to providing services to adults and children with developmental disabilities, mental illness,...