Our Impact
Community Partnership
Day of Service
National Development has a long-standing relationship with Heading Home, which serves nearly 1,500 homeless people in the Greater Boston area.
United Way 2017
The United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack County honored National Development with its annual Norman B. Leventhal/Edwin N. Sidman Real Estate and Building Industry Leadership Award. The award is a tribute to a firm’s professional and philanthropic impact on the Greater Boston community.
Creating Workplace Communities
National Development is committed to enhancing the tenant experience at the many office properties we own and manage in Greater Boston.
Underground Mural Project 2019
Featuring local, national, and international artists, this powerful and impactful public installation is one of the largest examples of street art and infrastructure engagement in New England.
Underground Mural Project 2017
The inaugural installation, curated by Street Theory, features works by Cey Adams, Andrew Balboa, Don Rimx, Ewok, Hoxxoh, Imagine876, Marka27, Percy Fortini Wright, Problak, Thy Doan, Upendo, and Vyal One.
Pro Bono With A Purpose
We play an active role in the community through our pro bono program. We donate thousands of hours annually in development services, construction management expertise and creating collaborative partnerships with community organizations.
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More Than Words
Expanding the footprint of an empowering nonprofit organization.
Gavin Foundation
Relocation and construction of Eileen’s House, Gavin Foundation’s first treatment facility exclusively for women.
Corporate Philanthropy
We add strength and vitality to our communities through corporate contributions, grants and matching employee gifts. Each year, we support more than 100 organizations throughout Greater Boston.
