North Shore CDC 2020 Annual Report
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2020
ANNUAL
REPORT
ART WITH IMPACT
@kno1famous Kimberly Barzola Victoria Enright
Valeria Cardenas
Martinez
PUBLIC SAFETY ART
Last Spring, our on-the-grounds-work revealed that vital public
safety information had not been reaching every neighborhood
equitably. Language barriers, lack of internet access, and
structural inequality were among some factors barring vital
communication and resources into communities who needed
it most. As a result, we held a Call for Art inspired by the United
Nations Global Call Out to Creatives, to spread vital public
safety information into marginalized communities. Twenty-five
(25) creative entrepreneurs from across Massachusetts were
awarded $1,000 each to create informative posters, videos,
educational activities, and more.
Gabrielle Redding
Anna Duggin
ON THE COVER
Featured on Peabody Street as part of a Call for Art inspired by Nina Simone’s “I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be
Free”. On the left: ”Legacy” by Ruben Ceron and Monica Gonzalez. On the right: “Kawsachun Resistancia!” by Kimberly
Barzola.
March, 2021
Dear Friends of North Shore CDC,
Reflecting back on the past year, I am overwhelmed with pride at how much our team accomplished amidst historic uncertainty. The
beginning of 2020 marked a truly exciting period of growth for the organization with new housing developments and program expansion. Yet
as the pandemic unfolded, we, like so many others, were filled with uncertainty. We asked ourselves big questions, like how do we continue
delivering high quality services and strengthen communities safely and effectively.
Like so many others, we pivoted immediately and have transformed the way we work in ways that will last well beyond the pandemic. Our
Community Engagement team began actively engaging with the most vulnerable members of the community to assess their financial, social,
and emotional wellness. These wellness calls allowed our team to reach over 600 residents in North Shore communities from as far south as
Chelsea all the way to Newburyport and provide critical resources like food, unemployment, and financial assistance. We were able to grow
our team further this fall through our new Resident Ambassador program, who provide on-the-ground outreach to community members.
With small businesses shutting down and local gig economy artists losing jobs, we strengthened our efforts to provide financial support.
Through the newly created Passport Program, we provided over $20,000 to 6 Point neighborhood businesses through a voucher program
that supplied food, cleaning products, and more to 50 families in the community. Through two Calls for Art, we awarded over $46,000 to
40 Massachusetts-based creative entrepreneurs. Through the first Call, we distributed free Public Safety Art within the community through
posters, educational activities, postcards, and more, while the second Call sought to open a dialogue about race and freedom in the United
States.
We were fortunate that construction on Harbor Village, a mixed-use development of 30 affordable apartments in downtown Gloucester,
continued on time. Construction is set to be completed this summer.
Not only has our YouthBuild program successfully transitioned into remote learning, but we had one cohort of
health care students enter into the workforce at the start of the pandemic as home health aides and clinical
nursing assistants and a second cohort begin their training this fall. These young people embody the spirit
of community service with their passion and commitment for serving the most vulnerable members of
the community.
I am so proud to be a part of this organization and to witness our team pull together to not only
survive but thrive. The future is looking even brighter with some exciting new projects on the way.
Thank you to our community of supporters for your ongoing commitment to our mission - 2020
was a transformative year for North Shore CDC and we couldn’t have done it without you.
All my best,
Mickey Northcutt
Chief Executive Officer
TABLE OF CONTENTS
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
SMALL BUSINESS
ART + DESIGN
HOUSING
YOUTHBUILD
2019 FINANCIALS
2020 SUPPORTERS
BOARD, ADVISORY BOARD
+ STAFF
5 + 6
7 + 8
9 + 10
11 + 12
13 + 14
15
17 + 18
BACK COVER
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YOUNG
PARENT
PROGRAM
YOUTHBUILD
SMALL
BUSINESS
ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM
ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
FAMILY
SUCCESS
PROGRAM
EMERGENCY
COVID RELIEF
FORMERLY
HOMELESS
YOUTH
HOUSING
YOUTH
DEVELOPMENT
OUR COMMUNITY
IMPACT
COMMUNITY
ENGAGEMENT
CENSUS
HOUSES
LOW-INCOME
FAMILIES
HOUSING
EDUCATIONAL
TOURS
ADVOCACY +
PLANNING
CIVIC
ART + DESIGN
ENGAGEMENT
FINANCIAL
OPPORTUNITIES
FOR LOCAL
ARTISTS
PUNTO URBAN
ART MUSEUM
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COMMUNITY
2019 ACHIEVEMENTS
ENGAGEMENT
Care Package Distribution at The Saltonstall School
ABOUT OUR WORK
Community engagement work is at the heart heart of North Shore CDC. Our community engagement team conducts outreach
and provides individualized case management support, including: housing and employment searches; rental, utility, food, and
benefit assistance; citizenship and legal status; and more. This team also runs the community center, Espacio, located in the Point
neighborhood. Espacio provides space, outreach, and enrollment services for other organizations. The free classes and workshops
offered include ESOL, citizenship, tax preparation, and financial literacy. We also offer a biweekly food pantry in partnership with
The Salem Pantry.
In 2020, this team took a more active approach to their work, conducting wellness calls to residents across the North Shore,
from Chelsea to Newburyport, to ensure they had access to vital resources. Additionally, we conducted a Census campaign
and partnered with Salem State Unversity to conduct civic engagement. In September, we developed the Resident Ambassador
Program providing leadership opportunities to 5 Point neighborhood residents, who receive a monthly stipend for their work.
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“
Being a resident ambassador has given me the opportunity to
utilize my skills as a social worker by allowing me to meet my
neighbors, engage with neighborhood businesses, and improve
the neighborhood that I love.
”- Kat Saldana, Point Neighborhood Resident Ambassador
WE LAUNCHED THE RESIDENT AMBASSADOR PROGRAM TO SUPPORT
BOTH NORTH SHORE CDC AND THE CITY OF SALEM’S EFFORTS TO SHARE CRITICAL
INFORMATION LIKE COMMUNITY EVENTS, COVID TESTING, AND MORE.
BY THE NUMBERS
Provided resources and assistance to
3,619 residents on the North Shore.
Distributed $78,700 in direct financial
assistance for COVID relief to 146
families.
Distributed 427 care packages
containing PPE, personal care items,
healthy food, educational activities,
Census materials + more.
Managed 40 volunteers in civic
activities like phone banking + poll
monitoring, + hosted a virtual Voter
Matters event with 200 attendees.
Care package distribution at Saltonstall School
Community Engagement Team before a community walk
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SMALL
BUSINESS
Mural by Anthony Marest
ABOUT OUR WORK
North Shore CDC’s Small Business Technical Assistance (SBTA) program provides free one-on-one consulting and technical
assistance services, with a focus on immigrant-, women- and BIPOC-owned businesses. We offer technical assistance on
marketing, financial analysis, customer analysis, digitization, funding resources, time management, and much more. These
services also include industry-specific workshops, trainings, and focus groups and a Retail Incubator Space.
In response to the pandemic, our efforts shifed to support small business partners with financial resources like the Paycheck
Protection Program (PPP) and other loan and grant applications. Through our Passport Program, we were able to leverage
funds to provide financial support to 6 Point neighborhood bodegas and restaurants that in turn supplied the most vulnerable
residents in the community with food, cleaning supplies, personal care items, and more. Additionally, we worked closely with
a collaboration of financial intitutions, local and state government, foundations, nonprofits, and community businesses to
develop the Salem Small Business Loan Fund, a $1 million loan fund dedicated to Salem small businesses unable to access
loans from traditional intitutions.
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“
I’m so happy I came across the Small Business program. North
Shore CDC has been instrumental in my business heading in
the right direction. All of the staff I have worked with have
been extremely helpful and their understanding of my vision
has allowed us to make awesome strides. The Small Business
program has knowledgeable, experienced and patient staff.
I would recommend this program for entrepreneurs who need
assistance like myself.
” - Jenaya Tucker, Owner of Simple Essence Beatuy
BY THE NUMBERS
Provided 38 businesses with oneon-one
technical assistance.
Provided $23,050 in funds to 8
small businesses in Salem +
Lynn through our Passport Program
and community care packages in
response to COVID.
Passport Program Recipient at Salem Tipico
Assisted 19 businesses with
loan and grant applications.
Provided assistance to 10 new
partners that directly resulted in
the creation of new business.
Jesenia Morales, Owner of Romeo’s Smoothies + Juices
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ART +
DESIGN
Murals by Ruben Ceron + Monica Gonzalez, Kimbery Barzola, Keshia De Leon, and GoFive, Photo Credit: Joni Lohr Photography
ABOUT OUR WORK
North Shore CDC invests in the arts to foster stronger and more resilient communities. The goal of the Punto Urban Art
Museum (PUAM) is to break down invisible socio-economic barriers. We believe public art can be a tool to help integrate
neighborhoods and create more resilient communities. We provide educational tours that showcase the art and provide an
opportunity to highlight the rich and storied history of the Point as an immigrant community as well as the impact of housing
discrimination. Through PUAM, we provide economic opportunities for Massachusetts-based artists to showcase their art.
The open air museum hosts over 75 murals by international and local artists.
In 2020, we curated two Calls for Art in response to the pandemic and rise in racial tensions after the tragic deaths of
George Floyd, David McAtee, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery. Our first call shared vital public safety information, which
we distributed throughout Salem and made available avalable online free for download. The second call sought to open a
dialogue about race and freedom in the United States. Twenty (20) Massachusetts-based artists were selected to design
murals inspired by Nina Simone’s “I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be Free” located on Peabody Street. You can see all
the art at puntourbanartmuseum.org.
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“
During my time at the Punto Urban Art Museum (PUAM), I was
able to further my career as an upcoming muralist and build
positive, strong relationships throughout the community. The
feedback was amazing as I watched how many people
could relate to my art and see the children hug my
paintings as they felt encouraged and empowered.
PUAM even offered me a hand during a time in my
personal life when I had been in and out of the hospital
and became homeless. Without their help, I wouldn’t have
built my confidence and portfolio to accomplish what I have
done today.
”
- Angie, local muralist featured on the National Grid Wall
BY THE NUMBERS
Awarded over $46,000 to 40
Massachusetts-based creatives
through two Calls for Art.
Installed 29 news murals in the
Point neighborhood by US-based
artists.
Distributed educational activity
books to 200 families in Salem
containing vital public safety
information about COVID.
Public Safety Art featured at Salem Arts Association
“Walter Mercado” by JEKS ONE
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HOUSING
Harbor Village Construction Site, Photo Credit: Groom Construction
ABOUT OUR WORK
North Shore CDC is committed to improving our communities by providing affordable housing to families and individuals in
need. From formerly homeless youth to single parents with children, we aim to alleviate poverty in the communities that we
serve. In the past 7 years, we have leveraged public and private resources to bring in over $75million in investment to the
North Shore. Over the past decade, our goal has been to renovate, modernize, and green our existing portfolio; strategically
acquire, renovate, and convert blighted buildings into beautiful affordable housing; build new affordable housing in the
Point, in other parts of Salem, and other communities on the North Shore.
Last May, we received permits for our first Salem project outside of the Point: the renovation of two former Catholic
schools into 62 mixed-income apartments for Seniors and people working in the creative economy in downtown. We
received funding for The Lighthouses project, 46 new affordable apartments in two new mixed-use buildings in the Point
neighborhood with construction set to begin this spring.Construction on Harbor Village, a new development in Gloucester
set to be completed in June of 2021.
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“
North Shore CDC has helped me in multiple ways. They provided
me with educational support while I earned my HiSET (High
School Equivalency Test) diploma and learned construction
skills at YouthBuild as well as a safe place to call home at
Harbor Crossing. Before I moved in to Harbor Crossing, I was
couch-surfing from house to house. Living at Harbor Crossing
gives me the ability to see my daughters every weekend which is
the best thing I can ask for. Because of these programs, I am able
to work more and continue bettering myself and my life.
”
- Ben, YouthBuild graduate and resident at Harbor Crossing
BY THE NUMBERS
Provided affordable housing to
over 900 residents
Owns and opperates 351
affordable apartments in Beverly
and Salem
Lighthouse 34, located on Peabody Street in Salem
314 apartments in development
in Salem, Gloucester and
Merrimac
Began constructon on a new
mixed-use development, bringing
30 affordable apartments to
downtown Gloucester
Lighthouse 47, locatedon Leavitt Street in Salem
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YOUTHBUILD
Massachusetts YouthBuild Coalition’s 25th Day at the State House, March 10, 2020
ABOUT OUR WORK
YouthBuild North Shore is a full-time workforce and leadership development program serving low-income, opportunity
youth ages 16–24. Through the program, participants work towards their High School Equivalency Diploma, learn job skills,
become certified pre-apprentice level construction workers where they serve their communities by building affordable
housing or become certified nursing assistants. The program model integrates education, leadership development,
counseling, vocational training, and other training skills areas, along with resources for graduates.
We began 2020 by officially opening the new YouthBuild program space, which members in the construction track helped
build under the direction and expertise of Groom Construction. Before going remote in March, members participated in
the Massachusetts YouthBuild Coalition’s 25th Anniversary of State House Day, where members met with legislators to
advocate for funding. After going remote, North Shore CDC provided 25 laptops, 20 tablets and internet access to ensure
all members could continue fully participating in the program virtually. In November, 26 members graduated the program
with 100% placement in post-secondary education or employment.
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“
I came to YouthBuild for two reasons. The first reason was to get
a second chance at my education, and the second reason
was to become a better mother. Going to high school was
never easy for me because of my learning disability. I felt
that teachers didn't teach me the way I learned best. I am
proud to say YouthBuild has changed me to be the better
person and mother. I was scared to come here. I thought it
was going to be another place that was just going to judge
me. Here at YouthBuild that is not the case. Everyone treats each
other like family and no one judges anyone.
”
- Bree, YouthBuild alumni
OUR YOUTH HOUSING TEAM FACILITATED A TWO-DAY YOUTH + YOUNG
ADULT TENANCY TRAINING FOR PROVIDERS ACROSS THE STATE.
BY THE NUMBERS
Served 67 youth in the program
and alumni services.
Members completed 7,993 hours of
community service.
Celebrating our 2020 Graduating Class in November
42 members earned their High
School Equivalency Dipoloma.
55 members earned their NCCER
certifications and 10 members
completed their CNA certifications .
YouthBuild members in the healthcare track at North
Shore Community College in October,
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2019
FINANCIALS
$407,545
13%
$379,348
13%
$340,224
11%
REVENUE
$3,028,599
$1,392,162
46%
$509,320
17%
Grants Contributions Developer Overheads + Fees
Interest
Assets + Other Income
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AROUND THE COMMUNITY
Posters from the call for Public Safety Art on
display at Salem Public Schools.
Staff giving out care packages to residents at
The Salem Pantry, August 8, 2020.
Volunteers at the 14th Annual Polar Plunge at
Lynch Park, February 2, 2020.
Volunteers at YouthBuild’s Dr. Martin Luther
King, Jr Day of Service, January 20, 2020.
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2020
SUPPORTERS
Mural by JEKS ONE
$100,000+ DONORS
Anonymous
Massachusetts Executive Office of
Housing + Economic Development
Massachusetts Department of
Elementary and Secondary Education
United States Department of Labor
United Way of Massachusetts Bay +
Merrimack Valley
YouthBuild USA
$20,000 - $99,999
Anonymous (2)
The Boston Foundation
City of Salem
Eastern Bank Charitable Foundation
Enterprise Community Partners
Essex County Community Foundation
Gerondelis Foundation
Groom Construction
MassDevelopment
Massachusetts Clean Energy Center
Massachusetts Growth Capital
Corporation
St. Stephens Housing Corporation
Stoneham Bank
The Van Otterloo Family Foundation
Wells Fargo
$10,000 - $19,999
Anonymous (3)
Frank R Peters Trust
Hercules Technology Growth Capital
Institution for Savings
MassHire North Shore
Mass Humanities
North Shore Bank
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$5,000 - $9,999
Brookline Bank
Cast, Inc
The Church Home Society
Community Credit Union
Digital Federal Credit Union
Hackett Feinberg, P.C.
Leslie S. Ray Insurance Agency
NEI General Contracting
Pediatric Associates of Greater Salem
+ Beverly
People’s United Bank
$2,500 - $4,999
Anonymous (3)
Bolden + Bonfiglio
City of Peabody
Davis Square Architects
East Boston Savings Bank
Footprint Power Management Inc.
Gina + Walter Jacob
Peter + Joan Johnson
L.D. Russo, Inc.
Marblehead Bank
Peabody Essex Museum
Peabody Properties, Inc.
Anne + Dane Poeske
Alfred J. Rossi + Faith Glickman Rossi
Salem Five Charitable Foundation
Salem Renewal, LLC
Michael + Karen Wheeler
$1,000 - $2,499
Anonymous (4)
Julie Andrews
Bank of America
Damaris Berner
Clarence Blewett
BlueHub Capital
Boston Private Bank & Trust Company
Cabot Wealth Management
Barbara Cleary
Coldwell Banker Realty - Beverly
Community Square Associates LLC
David Keene Consulting LLC
Karen DeTemple
Dorfman Capital
Dot Connector Consulting, LLC
Federal Home Loan Bank Boston
Pamela and John Ganem
ICON Architecture
JTS Memorial Fund
Kevin P. Martin & Associates
Bruce Lefker
Mazow & McCullough, PC
Metro Credit Union
Micro Support Group, Inc
RCG, LLC
Regulate Yours
Elena Russo
Shelley Sackett
John Saville
Structures North Consulting Engineers
Inc.
The Home Depot
Bill + Maureen Weihs
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Leonette Strout
president
Frank Nitkiewicz
vice president
Kurt Ankeny-Beauchamp
treasurer
Mikki Wilson
clerk
Steve Britton
Elizabeth Duclos-Orsello
Tim Erickson-Oberg
Faith Glickman Rossi
Deborah Greel
Gina Jacob
Diana Moreno
Eileen Quinn
Dr. Nick Sarantopoulos
Catherine Scherer
ADVISORY BOARD
Tony Aloi
Dana Anderson
Linda Anderson-Mercier
Jennifer Beauchamp
Nicole Bonfiglio
Carrie Francis Cabot
Greg Coles
Jose Gonzalez
Peter Herlihy
Diana Kerry
Kevin Noyes
Jeff Rolke
Barry Sinewitz
Bill Tinti
Lesli Woodruff
Judith Zolla
STAFF MEMBERS
Mickey Northcutt
Jason Pina
David Keene
Felicia Pierce
Ilene Vogel
David Valecillos
Machel Piper
Michael Quigley
Joseph Grein
JoAnn Marquis
Melissa DeLoach
Nancy Diaz
Yinette Guzman
Julia Bethmann
Ashley Ganem
Shantel Alix
Nikki Schafer
Jasmine Graddy
Hannah Anselmo
Alysha Howes
Christine Lock
Jairo Minaya
Douglas Bilton
Yuko Okabe
Kiauris Sosa
Katherine Castillo
Amy Schroeder
William Bowden
Katherine Saldana
Michael Stevens
Carmen Tejada
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Operating Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Progam Officer
Senior Project Manager
Director of Design/Senior Project
Manager
Development Director
YouthBuild Director
Controller
Accountant
Accountant
Office Manager
Design & Placemaking Project
Manager
Grant Writer
Senior Communications/Events
Manager
Community Engagement Manager
Economic Development
Coordinator
Youth Services Manager
Youth Services Coordinator
Education Coordinator
Transition Coordinator
Outreach Coordinator
Assistant Construction
Coordinator
Enterprise Community Partners Artist
Fellow
Family Stability Coordinator LISC
AmeriCorps
YouthBuild AmeriCorp Vista
Marketing & Fundraising Volunteer
Resident Ambassador
Resident Ambassador
Resident Ambassador
Resident Ambassador
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