August 2024 News & Updates

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Governor Healey Signs the Housing Bond Bill

"On August 6, Governor Maura Healey signed into law the most ambitious legislation in Massachusetts history to tackle the state’s greatest challenge – housing costs. The Affordable Homes Act and related initiatives will support the production, preservation and rehabilitation of more than 65,000 homes statewide over the next five years. It is the largest housing bond bill ever filed in Massachusetts, at more than triple the spending authorizations of the last housing bill passed in 2018.

The historic legislation authorizes $5.16 billion in spending over the next five years along with 49 policy initiatives to counter rising housing costs caused by high demand and limited supply. Key spending authorizations and policy changes include allowing accessory dwelling units, an unprecedented investment in modernizing the state’s public housing system, boosts to programs that support first-time homebuyers and homeownership, incentives to build more housing for low to moderate-income residents, support for the conversion of vacant commercial space to housing and support for sustainable and green housing initiatives.

“The Affordable Homes Act creates homes for every kind of household, at every stage of life, and unlocks the potential in our neighborhoods. Today we are taking an unprecedented step forward in building a stronger Massachusetts where everyone can afford to live,” said Governor Healey. “What the Affordable Homes Act represents is our ability to come together and address our toughest challenges. I am deeply grateful to our partners in the Legislature for their leadership and look forward to the work ahead in implementing this law and making affordable homes a reality for every resident of our state.”

To read the full Press Release, click here.

Thank you Bristol Savings Bank for Our $50,0000 Grant Supporting 5 Chester Court in Taunton

We are so very grateful for the $50,000 grant we received from Bristol County Savings Bank (BCSB) and its Bristol County Savings Charitable Foundation (BCSCF). This photo was taken last month at their grant presentation event.

All total, $531,975 was awarded to 58 non-profits in all the communities in which the Bank serves.

Pictured in the photo (from left to right): Maureen Cody, Board Member, BCSCF; Patrick Murray, Chairman of the Board & CEO, BCSB and President, BCSCF; Rich Farmer, retired from BCSB and Build Committee Volunteer; Kim Thomas , CEO Old Colony Habitat for Humanity; Nancy Adams, 1st VP/Business Support Services, BCSB and Board Member, Old Colony Habitat for Humanity; John Silva, President, BCSB; Dennis Leahy, 1st EVP, Treasurer & CFO, BCSB and Treasurer, BCSCF; and Ed Hurley, Board Member, BCSCF.

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2024 Wine Tasting - Sip, Savor & Celebrate

We are still seeking donations and sponsorships for our Wine Tasting Event.

for more information on how to help!

A fun-filled event including wine tastings, hors d’oeuvres, desserts, auctions and so much more.

Tickets are available now! Purchase yours here:

Event Details

Our 2024 Wine Tasting Event, Sip, Savor & Celebrate, is scheduled at Lake Pearl in Wrentham on:

Thursday, October 17th from 6-9pm.

Help us raise funds that are dedicated to providing affordable housing to build strength, stability and self-reliance for the families and communities we serve.

Thank you to our event sponsor, Horizon Beverage Group.

Taunton Build - Lead Volunteers Needed

LOOKING FOR BUILD LEADS!

Do you have leadership skills in building and construction? Are you available during weekday business hours?

We have a great opportunity for you to support our mission and to help with our Taunton Build. You will be making a direct impact in assisting with the construction of the future home of our next Partner Family.

If you are interested in the volunteer job descriptions or need more information for these volunteer positions, please contact christine@oldcolonyhabitat.org.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

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Our Mission: Dedicated to providing decent and affordable housing in partnership with families in need, Old Colony Habitat for Humanity is all of us working together, partnering with families to improve their housing, both locally and around the world. Building strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter.