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Share nature with BPS students at the Arnold Arboretum!

Share your love of nature with Boston Public School students as a volunteer Field Study Guide at the Arnold Arboretum!  We will train you to lead life science field studies in the fall and spring for Boston’s youngest scientists. We seek outgoing adults with experience working with groups of children. The information session takes place […]

A Fundraiser for DeeDee’s Cry

This is a Fundraiser for DeeDee’s Cry Suicide Prevention and Family Support. DeeDee’s Cry addresses suicide prevention, mental health and wellness in communities of color through family, community-based events and activities. When: Sunday, April 7, 2019 Where: Fort Hill Bar & Grill  | 2805 Washington Street, Roxbury Time: 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm Donation: $6 […]

NABA UMP’s 31st Anniversary Ebony Winter Gala

NABA/UMP in association with National Black MBA Association cordially invites you to the 31st Annual EBONY WINTER GALA. This year’s event will be better than ever with more surprises and announcements to come plus the great value and entertainment you have come to expect from the premiere Boston event. **Light fare & desserts, cash bar, […]

A CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY

Hey guys, it’s almost Christmas. My team & I are picking two families to donate to – SINGLE PARENT HOUSEHOLDS ONLY. To enter … for us to help you during the Christmas time, please send us an email on why we should choose you to donate to. It can be any reason: leannatakema@gmail.com. Either I […]

Volunteers Needed to Play with Children Living in Homeless Shelters

Become a superhero to homeless children living in shelters in the Boston area. Volunteer just two hours a week with Horizons for Homeless Children, and you can make a difference in their lives. Locations in Dorchester, Roxbury, East Boston and Mattapan. An initial training and a commitment of two hours a week for six months […]

UNLR 2nd Annual Town Hall Community Gathering

Celebrate at UNLR’s 2nd Annual Town Hall Community Forum LOWER ROXBURY, MA — Join us for our Second Annual UNLR Town Hall Community Gathering.  Our mission, since 1971, is to promote economic, civic, and social engagement and to improve the quality of life of the Lower Roxbury community and beyond. What does United Neighbors of […]

Volunteer Open House at the Arnold Arboretum: Share Nature with Children!

The Arboretum seeks volunteers to lead life science programs for children in the Boston Public Schools. Come learn about our programs at this open house! We are looking for people who love sharing nature with children, can make a two-year commitment, and want to be part of a dedicated team of friendly adults. Prior experience […]

Adopt A Highway – Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Sign Unveiling

We, the Brothers of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. in the metro Boston area are upholding our founders’ principles by being pillars of the community and servicing the neighborhoods we hold dear to our hearts. Therefore, we have committed ourselves to the Adopt A Highway program in the Dorchester area.  The Adopt A Highway program is […]

Giant Yard Sale and Car Wash

6th annual Giant Yard Sale and Car Wash to benefit the South Street Youth Center in Jamaica Plain.  Household goods, clothes, kitchen wares, toys and games, jewelry, and much much more. We are also selling raffle tickets with fantastic prizes, including tickets to Hamilton in Boston, Red Sox/Yankees tickets, and an Apple iPad. Come do […]

“Sip & Support” Community Service Fundraiser

Two Community Service Initiative Students Helping Students -100 Backpacks for Students in Puerto Rico and Heading Home/Up and Out, transitioning a family from a shelter to home Mother Caroline Academy’s 7th-grade students and Class of 2017 Alums exhibiting their leadership skills as they are supported by parent alum, Ms. Celeste Hayden, and grandparent alum, Ms. Angela Williams-Mitchell in […]

The Power of Home

Social entrepreneur and MacArthur Fellow Majora Carter will deliver a keynote on Home[town] Security at the Power of Home reception to benefit The Community Builders. The founder of Sustainable South Bronx, Majora is a national leader in urban revitalization strategy and community economic development.