MLCS News

Continuing to Stabilize Families in East Boston

As we move toward spring, MLCS continues strengthening the neighborhood systems that support families most affected by economic and systemic disruptions. 

From expanding rescued food access to housing stabilization, workforce pathways, youth programs, and community wellness, our work remains focused on long-term stability and dignity.

Below is a snapshot of our 2025 impact to date.

 Building Community Through Art

Since launching in January, the East Boston Community Studio has quickly become a vibrant hub for creativity and connection. 

Through hands-on workshops every other Saturday, we’re opening our art-making tools and collaborative space to the broader East Boston community — creating opportunities for expression, skill-building, and shared cultural production.

More Art Is on the Way!

After four inspiring workshops over the past two months, the East Boston Community Studio is back with new spring dates — and you’re invited!

In collaboration with The null and N press, MLCS continues to offer free, open art-making sessions for all ages. These welcoming workshops are a space to explore creativity, learn new techniques, and connect with community.

🗓 Alternating Saturdays (March–April)

⏰ 2–6 PM

📍 31 Liverpool St, East Boston

✨ Materials provided

Zines • Laser-cut puzzles • Ñ Press Reunion • Collagraph printmaking

Join us and keep creating with us this spring!

MLCS is expanding!

MLCS is proud to expand our Resident Services beyond Maverick Landing to now include Lewis Mall and Grace Apartments in East Boston.

Embedded in four housing developments and serving East Boston, our team supports stability at the intersection of basic needs, health, and community life.

This growth marks an important milestone for our organization. We are also excited to announce a key new hire who will help ensure high-quality, consistent services across these communities.

Leading Rescued Food Efforts in East Boston

In 2025, Maverick Landing Community Services (MLCS) continues to deepen its leadership in East Boston’s rescued food ecosystem.

We are proud to announce that Food Rescue US – Boston is now part of our growing food program network.

This partnership strengthens the infrastructure behind our food response efforts — expanding the volume, reliability, and coordination of rescued food flowing into East Boston. By connecting surplus food from businesses and institutions directly to community distribution points, we are ensuring that more fresh, nutritious food reaches neighbors and families who need it most.

Rescued food is not just about redistribution — it is about dignity, environmental responsibility, and neighborhood stability. Through this collaboration, MLCS is advancing a more coordinated, circular food system that reduces waste while increasing access.

We are grateful to partner with organizations so deeply committed to community well-being and look forward to the collective impact we will build together in 2025 and beyond.

Healthy Food Access Grant

MLCS is proud to be part of the City of Boston’s Healthy Food Access through Cold Storage initiative. This support allows us to expand our refrigeration capacity and improve our food distribution services, increasing access to fresh, safe, and nutritious food for our community.

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