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Celebrating Community Achievements and Initiatives

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These stories highlight our ongoing efforts to support the community and how we’re collectively making a difference in the lives of those we serve. Browse inspiring stories, discover new program initiatives, and learn more about our incredible team.

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Holly Mazelli
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People in a boat with one person helping others to board in water with rocks nearby
July 14, 2025

Anchor Academy Featured on WCVB’s 5 for Good

Anchor Academy was recently spotlighted on WCVB-TV’s 5 for Good for its partnership with the Community Boating Center in New Bedford. The feature highlights students building and sailing a wooden wherry skiff as part of a hands-on vocational learning project. This initiative, which blends STEM education with teamwork and real-world skills, is part of Anchor Academy’s mission […]
Portrait of Roody Herold, JRI's Chief Administrative Officer, in a suit and tie.
January 9, 2025

Roody Herold, JRI's new Chief Administrative Officer

Roody Herold, JRI's current Chief Information Officer, will be expanding his role as the new Chief Administrative Officer.
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December 18, 2024

JRI Foster Care Hosts Holiday Shopping Spree for Foster Kids

This holiday season, more than 50 children in Fall River’s Justice Resource Institute Foster Care and Adoption program are getting
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December 18, 2024

ABH Salute to Excellence winner Matthew Dischinger was featured in CNHI News

Matthew Dischinger, a Beverly resident and program manager at the Justice Resource Institute, received the Excellence in Program Leadership
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November 20, 2024

Channel 5 Feature

Trauma-informed conflict trainings at public schools across the state.
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