As the Covid-19 pandemic continues to wreak havoc on small businesses in Harvard Square, many have found themselves relying on supportive patrons and financial support from the state government to stay afloat.
Square businesses were able to apply for government funding through the Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation in January. The $668 million small business package â which Governor Charlie D. Baker â79 announced in late December 2020 â prioritized women- and minority-owned- businesses.
Massachusetts Secretary of Housing and Economic Development Michael J. âMikeâ Kennealy wrote in an email that small businesses make up a âfundamental componentâ of the Massachusetts economy.
âAs the largest program of its kind in the country, these grants are vital to supporting small businesses â especially those in communities and neighborhoods that have been hit the hardest by COVID-19,â he wrote.
But she said no one could help her. So Connelly and her staff created their own programs.
“We had physical therapy that we created; we bought a sears swimming pool; we got bicycles and tires; and we were just creative,” Connelly said.
These days, Misericordia serves more than 600 children and adults with developmental disabilities.
Operations are scaled back a bit due to the coronavirus pandemic, but typically there are over 25 programs designed to meet the needs and abilities of each resident, from therapeutic services for the non-ambulatory population to programs in art, recycling and technology.
“Our children and adults live wonderful lives. They are happy people, they know they are appreciated and valued, so we are just so blessed, Connelly said.
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Fulton bakery is selling special edition Black History Month cookies to help a 12-year-old cheerleader s dream come true.
COLUMBIA - WildFlour Bakery is selling special edition Black History Month cookies and all proceeds will go to a young 12-year-old girl to make her dream come true.
WildFlour Bakery is an in-house bakery in Fulton. The owner, Krystle McKenzie, started the bakery in October and knew she wanted to do something special for Black History Month. I wanted to celebrate the month in a different way, McKenzie said.Â
While scrolling on Pinterest, she found her inspiration behind the cookies. She quickly went to work to find cookie cutters. She perfected her designs after the first batch she made.Â