Valley Community Development

Support the expansion of accessible therapeutic massage with Iridescence Healing Arts! You can help increase accessibility for individuals of various health backgrounds, fostering deep healing and connection in our community. Your support will help Iridescence Healing Arts invest in crucial equipment, making therapeutic work more accessible for people with limited mobility Owner and licensed massage therapist, Mary Gabis, brings an integrative, trauma-informed, and mind-body approach to her practice. Every donation counts and helps towards their goal. Plus, everything you donate will be matched through MGCC's BIZ-M-POWER Grant, doubling the impact of your generosity! https://lnkd.in/ePg8GjVU  Questions? Contact Mary Gabis at 413-437-0898 or email iridescencehealingarts@gmail.com. #SupportSmallBusiness #Accessibility #TherapeuticMassage #CommunitySupport #ValleyCDC

Join our mission! Valley is seeking passionate individuals to join our Board of Directors. #BoardMembersWanted #CommunityDevelopment

Sharing some crucial resources provided by Clinical & Support Options, Inc.'s' Friends of the Homeless (FOH) program! FOH has emergency shelters in Springfield, Northampton, and Greenfield, and they provide essential amenities including shower and laundry facilities.  FOH delivers wholesome meals prepared by trained culinary staff and serves meals daily at their Worthington Street location in Springfield. Reach out to Friends of the Homeless staff at 413.732.3069. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eXnazT5  #CommunityResources #ShelterServices #HousingResources

Everyone Deserves a Place to Live! “Massachusetts residents view the housing crisis as the most important issue currently facing the Bay State, with 75% of those who tried to buy a new home and 83% who tried to rent a new home in the past year saying that they encountered challenges during the process.” (UMASS Amherst Donahue Institute) We are working hard to make an impact in our community. East Gables in Amherst is full, with 28 folks loving their new apartments. Laurel Street in Northampton is under construction — we look forward to moving 20 families into their homes in the summer of 2025. Prospect Place construction in Northampton is soon underway, adding another 60 affordable homes for individuals and families at the former blighted and abandoned Northampton nursing home in the coming years. With several other developments coming up, we hope to add nearly 200 affordable rental and ownership homes to our community in the near future. #affordablehousing #affordablehousingforall #massachusettshousingcrisis

Community coming together to make change We are so grateful to Senator Jo Comerford for her incredible leadership and support of affordable housing through the Affordable Homes Act, a $5.4 billion dollar policy and bonding authorization bill. In the Senator’s words: “Thanks to the advocacy of the Western Mass Housing Coalition, the Rural Policy Advisory Commission, the Western Mass Network to End Homelessness, the Franklin County Regional Housing and Redevelopment Authority, Valley Community Development, Stavros, the Franklin Regional Council of Governments, and many others, many of our priorities were already included in the bill that came to the Senate floor.”

Facing financial difficulties and worried about foreclosure? We're here to help! We understand that even with the best planning, unforeseen circumstances arise. If you're behind on your mortgage, don't hesitate to reach out to us. Our certified HUD counselors will review your mortgage, help you understand your loan terms, and explore viable options based on your financial situation. From negotiating with your lender for a loan modification to considering a property sale, we're here to guide you every step of the way. Don't let the challenges overwhelm you. Contact us at 413-586-5855 ext. 231 or visit https://lnkd.in/eF5P2SEY to start the process. We're committed to helping you attain a sustainable mortgage payment. #ForeclosurePrevention #FinancialAssistance #Homeownership #ValleyCDC

Support Small Businesses and Support the Community! Valley believes that thriving communities are powered by local small businesses, and we are lucky to work with some great entrepreneurs. Our small business team, Eyad and Sarah, supported over 250 existing or soon to be local businesses across all stages of business development in the past year. We know capital is crucial to getting businesses up and running and we pride ourselves on staying up-to-date on grant opportunities for business owners! While anyone can go online and find a business plan, meeting with Valley staff ensures that your questions are answered, you understand the next steps, and that you can check in with a person who is invested in your success. #smallbusinesssupport #supportsmallbusiness #shoplocal #smallbusinessassistance

Are you planning to become a homeowner? Join us online for the First-Time Homebuyer’s Webinar! With real estate professionals, including attorneys, loan officers, realtors, home inspectors & housing counselors, this webinar provides crucial insights into the homebuying process and offer practical tips to improve your credit. This MHP & MassHousing recognized and CHAPA-certified course will help you qualify for special mortgage products. The sessions are scheduled for: 🔸 Monday, August 12 🔸 Wednesday, August 14 🔸 Monday, August 19 All sessions will be from 6 pm to 9 pm on Zoom. Registration is $50 for two adults in the same household, and attendance at all three sessions is required. Get ready to take the first step towards homeownership! Register at https://lnkd.in/ehiHr8cU  #FirstTimeHomeBuyer #Homeownership #Webinar #ValleyCDC

Great news for small businesses! The Downtown Northampton Association (DNA) is offering a New Business Grant of up to $15,000 for those looking to open a brick-and-mortar space in downtown Northampton or Florence. A total of $75,000 in ARPA funds are available. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the funds are exhausted. Apply now at https://lnkd.in/eCKpvSE8 This grant is sponsored by the DNA in partnership with Valley Community Development. For any questions, please contact Sarah at ss@valleycdc.org or call 413-586-5855 ext. 200. #NewBusinessGrant #SmallBusinessSupport #DowntownNorthampton #NorthamptonMA #BrickandMortar

Whether you plan to start a business or already have one, this free workshop is for you! It provides a comprehensive focus on business fundamentals and will offer insights on starting and managing your venture. Join us online on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, from 12 pm - 1:15 pm. Register on the Events page of our website. #SmallBusinessFundamentals #BusinessWorkshop #ValleyCDC