March 19, 2026 |Housing, News, Non-profits

Boston Globe Names Supportive Housing Provider Commonwealth Land Trust Among Fastest Growing Organizations in New England

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From Commonwealth Land Trust: Commonwealth Land Trust (CLT), a nonprofit leader in affordable and supportive housing, has been recognized as one of New England’s fastest-growing organizations in 2026 by the Boston Globe. The Globe’s list, developed in collaboration with market insight company Statista, evaluated companies across New England based on their compound annual growth rate between 2021 and 2024. The annual ranking highlights organizations with broad impact on the region in a challenging economic climate. (Read the full Globe feature here.)

During this period, CLT expanded its impact, reaching over $15.8 million in revenue in 2024, and greatly expanding housing opportunities and supportive services for residents. 

“It is an honor and a privilege for the Boston Globe to recognize our work,” said Iva Comey, CEO of Commonwealth Land Trust. “The need for supportive housing has only increased since 2021. To be recognized for our strategy, dedication, and broad impact on supportive housing makes the work we do mean that much more.”

CLT’s inclusion on this list reflects its ability to adapt and grow during a time defined by economic uncertainty. As a nonprofit company operating across multiple areas of focus – real estate development, property management, and resident resources – CLT has built a model that allows for expansion while simultaneously meeting urgent community needs.

CLT’s approach combines providing housing with supportive services to help residents achieve long-term stability and improve overall well-being. Founded in 1984, CLT currently owns and manages more than 450 units of affordable housing across Eastern Massachusetts. 

“Our growing, positive impact in the communities we serve is due entirely to the dedication of our staff, partners, and stakeholders who make this work possible. As we look forward, CLT remains committed to expanding access to safe and affordable housing where it is needed most.”

Bruce Henderson, Chair of the CLT Board

The Fastest-Growing Companies ranking is based on independently verified revenue data submitted by participating organizations and analyzed by Statista. To qualify, organizations were required to meet specific revenue goals in both 2021 and 2024, operate independently, and demonstrate organic growth over the three-year period. CLT was ranked thirty-fourth.

ABOUT COMMONWEALTH LAND TRUST

Commonwealth Land Trust (CLT) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit founded in 1985. CLT develops affordable, permanent, supportive housing, and manages over 450 units in Boston, Chelsea, and Lawrence, Mass. CLT’s innovative model – combining supportive services and property management under one roof – keeps residents off the streets and saves lives. 

CLT’s mission is to provide affordable housing and supportive services to the most vulnerable individuals and families in Massachusetts in order to prevent homelessness, rebuild lives, and preserve neighborhoods. For more information about CLT’s mission and housing programs, visit commonwealthlandtrust.org.

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