BOSTON, Mass. — Brighton Marine, a nonprofit social enterprise serving veterans and military-connected families across Southern New England, has launched an immediate $100,000 basic-needs initiative to assist Boston veterans facing acute hardship.
Created to honor and support veterans experiencing sudden setbacks, the program will deliver direct financial assistance and flexible support to individuals at risk of homelessness due to unexpected nutritional, housing, or employment disruptions. The initiative will be administered in partnership with the City of Boston’s Department of Veterans Services, under the leadership of Mayor Michelle Wu, and Majority Leader Michael Moran.
“Our commitment is simple: if a veteran needs help, we are there,” said Rosye B. Cloud, CEO of Brighton Marine. “We honor our veterans through action—by preventing crises before they begin and by standing beside the people who’ve stood for us.”
Working jointly, the City of Boston and Brighton Marine will aim to deploy resources quickly, ensuring that temporary financial or personal challenges do not escalate into eviction or long-term instability.
“I’m so grateful to our partners at Brighton Marine and Majority Leader Mike Moran for going above and beyond for our veterans this holiday season and every day,” said Boston Mayor Michelle Wu. “This generous donation will help ensure that those who sacrificed so much for our freedom have the dignity and stability to enjoy all that our community has to offer.”
“Brighton Marine continues to lead by example,” said Majority Leader Michael Moran. “Their commitment shows what responsible, community-focused leadership looks like — resources going where they make the greatest difference.”
“As a physician and veteran, I know how transformative it is when communities step up with practical support at moments of real need,” said Massachusetts Secretary of Veterans Services Jon Santiago. “Brighton Marine’s investment honors that truth, delivering resources that meet veterans where they are.”
“Brighton Marine is more than a partner; they are part of our mission,” said Robert Santiago, Commissioner of Boston’s Department of Veterans Services. “When our offices work together, veterans benefit immediately and directly. This is what community looks like: compassion and collaboration in action.”
