This is the story of how one man put in a lot of work to arrive at a place he once only dreamed of. To get there took determination, help from others, and hope, but Dennis (last name omitted for privacy) had reached an important milestone. It wasn’t easy. While incarcerated several years ago, Dennis…
The Gavin Foundation is saddened with the passing of our friend and supporter, Jack Connors. He was known, far and wide, for his incredible generosity and dedication to philanthropy. We are profoundly grateful for Jack’s friendship and support, and his legacy of compassion and service will continue to inspire our work and the lives of…
On Tuesday May 14, 2024 Gavin Foundation President John McGahan, and other members of the South Boston association of Non-profits celebrated Sister Mary Adele of Catholic Charities. The Gavin Foundation, and all of South Boston thank her for her 38 years of service to the community.
Hailey is running the Boston Marathon this year in support of the Gavin Foundation. You can see more info and support her here: Hailey Boston Marathon 2024 Hailey was recently featured on the show Audacity. You can listen here: Marathon Stories
Devine Recovery Center will be conducting Gambling Disorder Screenings on: Tuesday March 12th 9AM-7PM Devine Recovery Center 70 Devine Way South Boston, MA 02127 Screening Day is an opportunity to inform providers and others in the community about the importance of screening for this treatable but often unrecognized condition. All are welcome to attend. Snacks…
Duran MacArthur (right), with Governor Maura Healey (center), and a fellow Gavin Foundation staff member Cierra Campbell at a fun recovery event. “Alone I can’t, together we can.” – Duran MacArthur By Luke Schmaltz, VOICES Newsletter Editor Duran MacArthur’s journey started making sense when he realized recovery doesn’t have to be a bummer. Initially, recovery was bleak, preachy,…
Devine Recovery Center and The Gavin Foundation would like to thank Mayor Michelle Wu for inviting us to “Coffee Hour” at A Street Park in South Boston. Thank you to City Councilors Erin Murphy, Councilor Ed Flynn, Boston Police, Boston Fire, and Anna White for always supporting us.
Thank you to Project Place for having Devine Recovery Center staff and members at the Climb for a Cause at Fenway Park. We got to climb with City councilor Erin Murphy, Eileen Connors, and the crew at Phoenix Gym. A great day to get together to stomp out homelessness in our City
2023 M.O.A.R Boston Policy Forum A huge thank you to M.O.A.R for inviting Gavin Foundation to participate in the 2023 M.O.A.R Boston Policy Forum on March 30th at the IBEW hall in Dorchester
A huge thank you for all the volunteers that came to help Devine Recovery Center and The Bridge Recovery Center wrap over 200 gifts for a toy drive!
