We unite and organize faith, labor, and community leaders & organizations towards social, racial, and economic justice.
PEOPLE + FAITH + LOVE = POWER
View Executive Director Julio Mejia’s SIF presentation
In May 2026, Julio Mejia, Executive Director of Merrimack Valley Project, presented to the philanthropic community at Social Innovation Forum’s annual Showcase with the goal of speaking up and speaking out for social change in their community. Watch now!
Speaking Up & Speaking Out
Upcoming Events
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The People's Agenda: Community Town Hall
Sunday, August 16th, 2026, 4-6pm, at the Lawrence Elks Lodge, 652 Andover Street, Lawrence
Over the past two months, hundreds of people from across the Merrimack Valley have come together to identify the issues that matter most to our communities. Together, we created the Merrimack Valley People's Agenda—a shared vision for the future of housing, immigration, and healthcare.
Now it's time to bring that agenda directly to the candidates and elected officials seeking to represent us. -
Lowell Housing Strategy Assembly
Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026, from 5:00–8:00pm, Location TBD
Join the Merrimack Valley Project’s Lowell Housing Team as we come together to strategize next steps for our tenants' rights campaign in Lowell.
Over the past several months, Lowell residents have shared stories about rising rents, displacement, unsafe housing conditions, and the challenges tenants face when navigating the housing system. Together, we've been building support for stronger protections and greater housing stability in our city.
Now it's time to take the next step.
We are honored to partner with the following foundations and corporations as we advance our mission:
