Special Events
Champions of Housing
The Champions of Housing was established in 2008 to honor the accomplishments of individuals and organizations best representing Metro Housing|Boston co-founder William S. Edgerly’s concept of government, nonprofit, and for-profit partnerships to develop, promote, and preserve affordable housing in Greater Boston.
Team Metro Housing
Team Metro Housing has had runners compete and raise funds through the Boston Marathon since 2006. Runners have raised more than $660,000 to help prevent families and individuals throughout Greater Boston from becoming homeless and transition from homelessness to stability.
In 2024, Team Metro Housing is proud to be a charity sponsor of Boston’s Race to Remember, which pays tribute to our fallen law enforcement officers and our first responders.
Property Owner Appreciation Evening
Metro Housing|Boston annually recognizes a group of property owners that go above and beyond for our participants in our leased housing program.
Our 2019 Property Owner Appreciation Evening was held on May 6, 2019.
Housing Matters Forum Series
Metro Housing|Boston regularly convenes a panel of experts to discuss a matter related to helping families and individuals secure sage home they can afford.
The latest Housing Matters Forum —Foundations for the Future: State & Federal Affordable Housing Programs was held May 1, 2018. For more information visit the blog post by Christopher Norris.
Please check back soon for more information on our next forum event.
Legislative Events
Metro Housing|Boston often holds events to share news and updates on the affordable housing field with our legislators and their staff. Please stay tuned for more information on the next legislative event.
We are always happy to meet with legislators to discuss Metro Housing|Boston’s role in ending homelessness and helping families find a lasting home. Contact steven.farrell@metrohousingboston.org to set up an appointment.
Contact us with your questions or for assistance with event registration at workshops@metrohousingboston.org or call 617-425-6695