THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, February 26, 2021 Page 9 Malden nonprofits eligible for grants from the Foundation Trust T he Foundation Trust, a private operating foundation This past year Pleasant Street reopened for the fi rst time since the late 1970s, and a new Malden City Hall opened at 215 Pleasant St. (Courtesy Photo) MAYOR | FROM PAGE 1 cal church communities and newly formed groups like Malden Neighbors Helping Neighbors. Also, in the realm of food security related to the pandemic, the City of Malden provided free breakfast and lunch, and for a good part of the years, free dinners, through the Malden Public Schools (a program which continues throughout the school year) at school-based sites. Housing security was also a major part of the city’s response to the pandemic, with the primary goal of keeping people in their homes, especially those who were unable to pay rent because they lost their jobs and their household fi nances were either stretched or eliminated due to COVID-19-related reasons. Mayor Christenson declared an eviction moratorium in Malden and then saw a strong rental assistance/anti-eviction program coordinated through the Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA) distribute over $700,000 in aid to Malden residents. Back rent was paid off for close to 150 households, and agreements were negotiated with the biggest landlords in the city. The city’s eff orts were highlighted as the best in the state by a Boston news outlet just this past week. Mayor Christenson also pointed to two other major highlights this past year: the reopening of Pleasant Street to through traffi c for the fi rst time in 40 years and the establishment of a new Malden City Hall were big accomplishments in the past year. This past year, the Mayor launched an initiative called “Unite Malden” to address issues of social and racial justice around the community, culminating with one of the key “reHighlights from “State of the City” address – City came together to help all residents who needed assistance with food and housing security needs. – Safety and health measures instituted citywide from the top down, coordinated by the Mayor’s Offi ce and Health Department. – Malden’s unique eviction-prevention measures and moratorium kept hundreds in their homes. – For the fi rst time in 40 years, Pleasant Street reopened to through traffi c. – New City Hall was established in a new space and awaits full reopening when it is safe to do so. – Despite pandemic, City of Malden replaced 200-plus lead pipes around the city. – Mayor launched “Unite Malden” to address issues of social and racial justice around the community, culminating with the recent hiring of a coordinator in the Mayor’s Offi ce for Equity, Inclusion and Community Engagement. – Announcement that plans are underway for the nowclosed Malden Courthouse building on Summer Street to be repurposed into a Malden Arts and Culture Center. memberspluscu.org 781-905-1500 MEDFORD NORWOOD DORCHESTER EVERETT PLYMOUTH *APR = Annual Percentage Rate. 2.49% APR for up to 48-month term. 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Nonprofi ts and city-run public benefi t programs from Malden are eligible to submit proposals through May 7, 2021. Several types of support are off ered by the Foundation Trust, including partnership grants, event-specifi c small gifts, training and resource development. Foundation Trust Executive Director Dr. Joseph Spinazzola explained how this year’s grant program will prioritize active partnerships between the Foundation Trust and its grantees: “We are positioned to offer much more than funding alone, and we are excited to explore expanded partnership opportunities with 2021 applicants. Together, we’ll be able to achieve much more in our local communities than we could on our own.” Interested programs are invited to propose innovative programming, to be designed and implemented in partnership with the Foundation Trust, in one or more of the foundation’s funding tracks: overcoming trauma and adversity, empowering at-risk youths and communities, restoring dignity and quality of care for adults living with chronic conditions, and advancing inclusivity in the arts. A virtual information session on the awards and application process will be held on Thursday, March 25. Additional details and application instructions are available on www.FoundationTrust.org/apply. Lower Your Car Payment – Today! Buy or Refi Don’t Miss Out On Today’s Low Rates! Apply at memberspluscu.org and you could be approved INSTANTLY!
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