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L’Arche Boston North Executive Director Jennifer Matthews will be stepping down in August after eight years of leading the organization and nearly two decades of commitment to the organization and its mission.
In a statement, the organization said, Matthews has played an instrumental role in strengthening community partnerships, elevating the organization’s profile in the Merrimack Valley and cultivating a vibrant, inclusive community where people with and without intellectual disabilities live and grow together. She also led program and development efforts, spearheaded signature events like The Longest Table and helped secure new opportunities for long-term sustainability and growth.
“We are deeply grateful for Jen’s years of passionate leadership and her continuing commitment to L’Arche,” said L’Arche Boston North Board Member Melissa Seavey. “Her legacy will be felt for years to come, and we are enthusiastic about welcoming a new leader who will build upon this strong foundation.”
Matthews will remain involved as community ambassador during the transition to a new leader. In this role, she will continue to steward relationships with donors and community partners, support fundraising efforts and remain involved in The Longest Table.
“While this transition is bittersweet,” Matthews said, “I’m incredibly excited for what’s ahead. With the recent purchase of the A-1 Deli property, we are on the cusp of a bold new chapter—and I’m confident that the next leader will help bring our vision for growth and inclusion to life in ways we’ve only just begun to imagine. I look forward to supporting this journey in new and meaningful ways.”
The L’Arche Boston North board, in collaboration with the leadership team, is accepting applications through its LinkedIn page.