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BOSTON --- Municipal boards and commissions interested in becoming more effective in supporting affordable housing development in their communities can apply for a Mini-Boost grant from MHP.

BOSTON --- In its continued support to communities looking to create affordable housing opportunities, MHP is launching the latest round of its intensive trust technical assistance program and a new series of affordable housing trust trainings.

BOSTON --- During a panel discussion at the annual conference of the Massachusetts National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (MassNAHRO) MHP Senior Advisor and Real Estate Development Officer Laura Shufelt explained how regardless of staff size and budget, housing authorities have an opportunity to build affordable housing.

BOSTON --- Building on its commitment to help communities achieve their affordable housing goals through using local funds, MHP's Community Assistance team has selected four communities to receive support through its intensive technical assistance program for local housing trusts.

WORCESTER --- A record 200-plus municipal leaders, volunteers, and staff in suburban and rural communities and gateway cities convened in Worcester for MHP's 18th Housing Institute. The two-day conference at the DCU Center was held on June 4 and 5.

Each year MHP honors individuals and communities that exemplify tireless leadership and commitment to supporting and furthering affordable housing across the commonwealth. Four honorees received this year’s Housing Hero Award. The recipients were honored on the second day of our annual Housing Institute on June 5 at Worcester's DCU Center. Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) Secretary Ed Augustus presented the awards.