Date of Award
5-2021
Degree Type
Capstone
Degree Name
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Department
School of Professional Studies
Chief Instructor
Mary Piecewicz
Abstract
This paper examines the factors that influence the effectiveness of two community development corporations (CDCs) in Worcester, Massachusetts. The Main South CDC is more community-oriented and has a comprehensive approach to improving its neighborhood. Worcester Community Housing Resources (WCHR) has a narrower approach that is limited to developing and financing affordable homes. The paper investigates the success of these two organizations on factors widely considered important for CDCs, including their ability to provide affordable housing, the extent of services they offer, their level of community control, and their financial security
Recommended Citation
Gessel, Benjamin L., "A Comparison of Community Development Corporations (CDCs) in Worcester, Massachusetts" (2021). School of Professional Studies. 69.
https://commons.clarku.edu/sps_masters_papers/69
Worcester
Yes
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