Our Impact

Community Partnership

We believe in the benefits of a strong community. We are dedicated to community involvement, volunteer work and philanthropy. We work collaboratively as long-term partners, creating value for our investors and enhancing the neighborhoods in which we build.

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Day of Service

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

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

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

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

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.