MASSCAP would like to acknowledge the work of Alwin Schmidt, the primary researcher and author of this report. Irma Gonzalez and Tom Schiff of Zoen Resources made substantial contributions as well to the report. Mr. Schmidt, Ms. Gonzalez, and Mr. Schiff constitute the project team that developed the survey instruments, conducted the research, and culled the information on which this report is based.
MASSCAP would like to thank Patty Bergin for proofreading the report.
MASSCAP would like to recognize the efforts of the members of the Information Technology Committee. This group, convened to provide overall direction to the project, helped shape the project design, provided important advice on discrete components of the project, and worked with the members of MASSCAP to ensure 100 percent participation.
MASSCAP Information Technology Committee members include: Al Sax, Community Action! of the Franklin, Hampshire, and North Quabbin Regions (Chair); Tracy Donahue, Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development; Ken Grout, Action for Boston Community Development; Annette Rodreguez, Valley Opportunity Council; Joe Cannon, Montachusett Opportunity Council; Mike Kendrick, Community Teamwork; Meredith Linquist, Worcester Community Action Council; Anthony Bruno, Greater Lawrence Community Action Council; Earl Eddy, Greater Lawrence Community Action Council; Tony Rosa, Community Teamwork; and Joe Diamond, MASSCAP.