About Roxbury Community Trust
Our Mission
At Roxbury Community Trust, our mission is "to promote the development of community spaces that support social, cultural, economic and educational opportunities for our town".
Driving this goal is a model of “community supported enterprises” where a non-profit owns real estate outfitted for a specific purpose. The spaces may then be affor
At Roxbury Community Trust, our mission is "to promote the development of community spaces that support social, cultural, economic and educational opportunities for our town".
Driving this goal is a model of “community supported enterprises” where a non-profit owns real estate outfitted for a specific purpose. The spaces may then be affordably rented to an operator, whether that is a business, organization or municipality, who otherwise might not be able to afford fit-up costs. This can increase business opportunities for emerging entrepreneurs, creates local employment, and/or provide a needed service to the community.
Our History
Founded in 2022, Roxbury Community Trust began as a way to preserve an iconic structure in our historic Village.
We came together and formed Allied Community Development Collective, Inc, a federal 501(c)3 non profit, and are registered to do business as (d/b/a) Roxbury Community Trust.
We are a group of dedicated community volunteers who
Founded in 2022, Roxbury Community Trust began as a way to preserve an iconic structure in our historic Village.
We came together and formed Allied Community Development Collective, Inc, a federal 501(c)3 non profit, and are registered to do business as (d/b/a) Roxbury Community Trust.
We are a group of dedicated community volunteers who serve on the board, and are supported by many more who contribute their energy, creativity and passion for our mission.
Let us know if you want to help!
Our First Project
Our First Project
Built circa 1830, the fomer Catholic Church and (most recently) woodworking shop, has been a fixture to the Roxbury historic Village for nearly 200 years. After being listed for sale and then sitting vacant for several years, some of us grew concerned about the building's fate.
With donated funds from over 20 townspeople, we were able to t
Built circa 1830, the fomer Catholic Church and (most recently) woodworking shop, has been a fixture to the Roxbury historic Village for nearly 200 years. After being listed for sale and then sitting vacant for several years, some of us grew concerned about the building's fate.
With donated funds from over 20 townspeople, we were able to take out a mortgage on the property and maintain a small cushion to cover minor repairs and continued upkeep. We started by renting the building to a local woodworker while we assisted with structural assessments and repairs. In late 2025, we sold the church to this same tenant. His business is thriving and several residents of Roxbury and other nearby towns are employed there.
This is only one way we are increasing vitality for our town: by supporting a local entrepreneur, maintaining a connection to our town’s history, and helping to build a thriving community.
Support Roxbury Community Trust
Your donation will support our mission as we shift gears and work on new projects that more directly serve our entire community. Let us know if you have an idea for Roxbury that we can help with!