MetroWest Housing Coalition

Who We Are

The MetroWest Housing Coalition is a diverse group of stakeholders who work together to support access to affordable housing in the region. We collaborate to share resources, engage in advocacy opportunities, and address systemic barriers to housing stability.

Our Goals

Increase Knowledge

Enhance awareness of available housing supports throughout the MetroWest region, ensuring that individuals and families can find the assistance they need.

Identify and Evaluate Barriers

Work to uncover and address obstacles to housing, striving to create a more accessible and equitable housing landscape.

Improve Interagency Communication

Foster better communication among agencies and organizations to streamline efforts and improve housing services.

Support Advocacy Efforts

Strengthen and amplify advocacy initiatives to promote effective housing policies and solutions.

Centralize Funding Information

Provide centralized information about potential funding opportunities to support housing initiatives and projects.

Our Journey

In November 2023, MetroWest Care Connection received funding from the Community One Stop for Growth’s Urban Planning Agenda program to start the MetroWest Housing Coalition – a dynamic, cross-sector partnership of housing services providers, municipal departments, human service organizations, and other stakeholders. MWCC assists with convening and meeting facilitation, creating the space for cooperative, interdisciplinary work.

In our inaugural year, the MetroWest Housing Coalition focused on two projects:

Housing Toolkit Development: We created a comprehensive Housing Toolkit designed to equip MetroWest community members with valuable resources.

Community Listening Sessions: We conducted sessions to gather resident input around the current housing landscape in Framingham. The findings were shared with the City of Framingham to inform the development of the city’s Housing Production Plan.

With generous support from Massachusetts Community Health & Healthy Aging funds in July 2024, we are poised for continued impact over the next five years. This funding will enhance our Housing Toolkit, bolster our advocacy efforts, and increase resident engagement within the Coalition.

Get Involved

Join us in our mission to create a more inclusive and accessible housing environment for everyone in the MetroWest region. Together, we can make a difference.