

Latest News & Updates
Stay up-to-date with the latest news and updates from Thumbprint Cares regarding our efforts to educate and empower community members on homeownership and financial literacy. We share stories of how we're making a difference in people's lives and provide helpful tips to achieve financial stability and independence.

Nov 8, 2025
2025 Haitian American Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Joanna N. Edwards is a proud Haitian-American real estate investor, property manager, Airbnb Superhost, nonprofit founder, and community advocate. With more than 15 years of experience in the human services field, Joanna has dedicated her career to empowering others—whether through advocacy, education, or entrepreneurship.

Nov 13, 2024
2024 Recipient of the Alfred J. Gomes Community Service Award
Join us as we celebrate our 2024 Recipient of the Alfred J. Gomes Community Service Award from Bridgewater State University, Joanna Edwards, '07! This award is presented to a distinguished African American alumnus/na who exemplifies the ideal of “men and women for and with others.” The recipient should show a genuine dedication to the ideals of social justice, and relations with the greater community, and empower peers to serve and/or increase awareness of injustice.

Jun 30, 2023
Dealing with transitions in our lives can be terrifying. What is it on the other side that makes the transition so rewarding?
Dealing with transitions in our lives can be terrifying. What is it on the other side that makes the transition so rewarding?
In this episode, Celeste The Therapist and Joanna N. Edwards, real estate agent and founder of Thumbprint Cares, talk about transitions in our lives, from making small lifestyle changes up to starting your own enterprise.

Dec 16, 2022
How This Nonprofit is Closing the Generational Wealth Gap
Cheddar News' Hena Doba catches up with Sabrina Antoine Correia, Vice President and Community Center Manager for Chase, and Joanna Edwards, Founder and President of Thumbprint Cares, to learn more about the mission and impact of Thumbprint Cares.






