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deWit Impact Group @deWitImpact

deWit Impact Group partners with progressive leaders and organizations on the front lines of social change. Founded by @jessemermell.

Joined July 2022
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A little holiday lunch with just a few of the people who make up our deWit Impact Group team. Feeling lucky and grateful to be able to work with such an amazing crew!
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We had a great time at the EmVision Productions studios in Lynn yesterday, shooting @JFaigel for an exciting project from AIM about @CWKitchenBoston. Not enough non-profit Executive Director's create content while balancing tomatoes on their head!
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So grateful for the opportunity to support @CHAPAdotorg's work organizing business and civic leaders from every corner of MA to support 200,000 new units of housing by 2030. bostonglobe.com/2024/10/05/b…

As housing battles brew, business leaders join the push to build more - The Boston Globe

The Citizens’ Housing and Planning Association lined up 11 prominent business and nonprofit leaders as co-chairs of its new campaign to help yes-in-my-backyard folks get more housing approved at the...

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Tomorrow marks 2 years since dIG launched! THANK YOU to all of our clients, partners, and friends for allowing us to stand shoulder to shoulder with you on the front lines of social change. And to have some fun along the way!
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We had a great time last week supporting another @javawithJimmy broadcast at @BosPublicMarket. It's always a treat to tell the stories of the incredible entrepreneurs emerging from the Market's collaboration with @CitizensBank to boost these up and coming local businesses.
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Tough to beat working w/ a client supporting farmers, tackling climate change, building an equitable food economy, & lifting up diverse small businesses - all through a tasty fritter! Learn about the yellow field pea & @CWKitchenBoston's Field Fritter: wcvb.com/article/5-for-good-…

Field pea fritter helps local farmers, the environment, Boston students

Dorchester's Commonwealth Kitchen is harnessing the power of the yellow field pea to support local farmers, help the environment and offer a protein-packed meal to thousands of students.

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Jesse Mermell@jessemermell
9 Jul 2024
Another glamorous day at work! Can’t wait to watch @ErikaTarantal report on @CWKitchenBoston’s delicious, innovative, and sustainable Field Fritter.
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Srina Lacet joined dIG in 2023 an intern, & we're thrilled to have this new college grad starting full time as an Account Associate. Srina is part of our growing team of leaders working to help clients on the front lines of social change make an impact. Welcome (back), Srina!
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Access to the waterfront is an issue of equity and public health. So delighted to be supporting @BOS_Waterfront in spreading this message for #WaterfrontWellnessWeek. Learn more about the waterfront and its many health benefits in this @cogwbur piece: wbur.org/cognoscenti/2024/06…

The waterfront belongs to all of us

Bringing people to the waterfront shouldn’t be limited to one beautiful (if sweltering) week in June, writes Ian Karby. It has to be a year-round endeavor.

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dIG is proud to be supporting the team at @BOS_Waterfront on the 3rd annual Waterfront Wellness Week, kicking off this Saturday! Don't miss 10 days of great events highlighting the incredible public health and wellness benefits of our waterfront: bostonwaterfrontcoalition.or…
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Outdoor events on the waterfront for 10 days in the middle of June? Yes, please! Don't miss out on Waterfront Wellness Week later this month. bostonmagazine.com/sponsor-c…

Waterfront Wellness Week is Back! Here are 7 Events You Won’t Want to Miss.

As spring rolls into summer, locals and visitors alike head to Boston’s beautiful waterfront for its welcoming mix of scenery, relaxation, and outdoor activities. And […]

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The big picture matters! Communities are complying w/ the MBTA Communities Act & setting the stage to address our housing crisis. dIG is grateful for the opportunity to work w/ @CHAPAdotorg to advance housing in cities/towns throughout MA. bostonglobe.com/2024/05/22/b…

Despite high-profile losses, most towns passed their MBTA Communities plans this spring - The...

At least 67 communities have approved zoning they think will meet the law’s requirements, and roughly 50 of those votes have come in the last couple of months. Still, the opposition movement is...

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Looking forward to some great small group conversations next week about the community benefits of this exciting project!
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@NWSLBoston
15 May 2024
You're invited ✉️ On May 21st at 5:30PM come join us and to preview the design of White Stadium, learn how the partnership helps meet community goals, and get your questions answered by the NWSL Boston team. RSVP here: nwslboston.typeform.com/whit…
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We loved working on CommonWealth Kitchen's 2023 Annual Report! You can learn more about the incredible year they had supporting diverse small local food businesses and building a more equitable food ecosystem here: heyzine.com/flip-book/b2805b…
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We had a perfect sunny day last week for our business walk in Egleston Square with @SamvMontano and two of the @NWSLBoston owners. The opportunities for partnerships between the soccer team and local businesses are endless! elplaneta.com/2024/05/13/loc…

Representante estatal Montaño junto a Boston Unity Soccer Partners participan en el proyecto...

Representante Montaño junto a Boston Unity Soccer Partners participan en el proyecto “Conoce los Negocios de Jamaica Plain”

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Authentic/lasting community engagement makes projects better. dIG is grateful for the chance to partner with @NWSLBoston on community engagement around the overdue renovation of White Stadium - & the game-changing benefits it will bring to BPS students. bostonglobe.com/2024/05/10/o…

Despite shaky rollout, Wu’s White Stadium plan is good for student-athletes - The Boston Globe

The administration answers more of the community concerns about the proposal.

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Thank you @SenatorOliveira and @BettyFrancisco for speaking out about the importance of public higher education in Massachusetts! We're so proud to be part of the team fighting for our public colleges and universities. masslive.com/westernmass/202…

How we can further expand access to higher ed in Mass. (Viewpoint)

Never before has the American dream of affordable, accessible higher education been in more jeopardy.

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These are just some of the many reasons we're honored to stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients @32BJSEIU in the fight for ride share drivers to have the right to unionize. bostonglobe.com/2024/04/27/m…

Debate over how to classify rideshare drivers isn’t just about pay. It’s also about their safety. -...

Driving for Uber or Lyft can be a terrifying experience sometimes. You don’t really know who you’re picking up, or what condition they’ll be in when they climb into your car.

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dIG is excited to be working to bring professional women's soccer back to Boston, & to support the renovation of White Stadium for BPS students & park neighbors. Read more about @NWSLBoston's commitment to community & the future of historic White Stadium: dotnews.com/2024/commentary-…

Commentary: A 'generational opportunity' to revitalize White Stadium for all to use - Dorchester...

White Stadium is at the heart of Boston’s legacy – a beacon of community pride and resilience for more than 70 years. From vibrant community events to top-notch high school athletic competitions to...

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James ‘Jimmy’ Hills
@javawithJimmy
4 Apr 2024
Yesterday, we highlighted the work @BosPublicMarket is doing to support small #BIPOC & Women owned bizs, including local farmers. We went to support #AgDay & talked w/legislators & farmers about the importance of supporting MA farmers & their to the MA economy. @jessemermell
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