In October 2000, a concerned group of Hyde Park and Roslindale residents met to voice neighborhood concerns including skyrocketing housing prices, abandoned lots and empty buildings, and the need for economic development and job training for residents.

At that initial meeting, the neighbors agreed to take action to organize a new community development corporation in Roslindale and Hyde Park. After hosting a number of ‘kitchen table discussions’ and larger community forums, the Southwest Boston CDC was formed and incorporated in the spring of 2001 by a committed group of volunteers.

In the fall of 2002 Southwest Boston CDC elected its first Board of Directors, representing the diversity within Hyde Park and Roslindale. In the eight years since, Southwest Boston CDC has experienced substantial growth in programs and staffing—we look forward to our future with great anticipation.