The Neighborhood Developers (TND) hosted its annual Raise the Roof celebration Sept. 18, bringing together more than 200 neighbors, partners, and local leaders to support affordable housing and healthy communities across Chelsea, Revere, and Everett.
Guests enjoyed a special performance by world-renowned mentalist David Hall, a proud Chelsea resident, and came together to recognize several outstanding partners and community champions.
This year, TND proudly honored:
• Alice Murillo a former Chelsea resident for her many years of service to TND and her impact on residents.
• First Citizens Bank for their outstanding partnership in advancing affordable housing and empowering families.
• Diana Cardona, Revere resident, co-owner of Chocolaffee, and host of a community-focused podcast amplifying local voices. Through her leadership and storytelling, Diana has helped raise critical funds to revitalize Shirley Ave and empower her neighbors.
Elected officials in attendance included City Manager Fidel Maltez, Representative Judith Garcia (who served as emcee), Senator Sal DiDomenico, Revere City Councilor Ira Novoselsky, and Chelsea City Councilors Leo Robinson, Melinda Vega, and Calvin Brown.
“When I look around this room tonight, I see the same spirit. You’ve shown up for us. You’ve shown up for your neighbors. That gives me hope. Together, we’ll keep making sure that an affordable, quality home, economic mobility, and the ability to determine your own future is within reach for everyone in our communities,” said Rafael Mares, Executive Director of TND.
TND extends heartfelt thanks to its generous sponsors, whose support ensures that more families have a safe, affordable place to call home:
Platinum Sponsors:
• Bald Hill Builders
• Cambridge Savings Bank
• Eastern Salt
• First Citizens Bank
• WinnResidential
Gold Sponsors:
• East Cambridge Savings Bank
• Metro Credit Union
• NEI
• United Way of Massachusetts Bay
Silver Sponsors:
• Eastern Bank
• Hannah Environmental
• Insperity
• Klein Hornig LLP
• Norfolk Companies
• Painting & Coating Services
• Superior Plumbing & Heating
Bronze Sponsors:
• Admirals Hill Marina
• Bank of America
• Bunker Hill Community College
• Eagle Bank
• Icon Architecture
• LG Electric
• Metro Housing Boston
• North Suffolk Community Services
• Pennoni
• Webster Bank
• Wingate
• Wizard Computer Services