Main South Community Development Corporation
In 1986, the Main South Community Development Corporation (MSCDC) was established to help address neighborhood concerns. Anchored by Clark University, the historic research university, MSCDC has been working to improve the Main South neighborhood, only about a mile from downtown Worcester.
They’re Doing it By:
Maintaining a developing safe and affordable housing with the intention to expand rental and home ownership opportunities.
Building a new $2.75 million athletic field for Clark University that is shared with the Boys and Girls Club.
Providing students with nationally-recognized college preparatory education and free tuition for accepted neighborhood students.
Investing over $50 million within the Main South area.
Facts and Figures
Year Founded: 1986
President/Executive Director: Steve Teasdale
Anchors:
Clark University
Staff size: 11
Annual Operating Budget: $700,000
Funding Sources: HUD community development grants, management fees, maintenance fees, local foundations, local corporations, labor reimbursement from existing projects
Services: Community development housing, workforces development, physical rehab, neighborhood restoration program, education
Geographic Boundaries: Main South Neighborhood