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Community Crowdfunding Workshop

Have a great idea to improve your favorite community space? Need some cash to help make it happen? Come to a free workshop on the nuts and bolts of community crowdfunding!

April 18, 2018
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 2300 Washington Street
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Dennisse Rorie
  • send an email
  • 617-635-0029
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Environment and green living
    Family friendly
    Festivals and fairs
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-04-18T18:00:00 - 2018-04-18T20:00:00

The Mayor's Office of Resilience and Racial Equity, Love Your Block, and the Mayor's Office of New Urban Mechanics are partnering with ioby.org to provide residents and community-based organizations with a crowdfunding platform and one-on-one fundraising coaching to help bring ideas to life. Come join us for a workshop where you'll have the opportunity to incubate your idea and get it ready for the world. 

We’ll cover:
  • best practices for effective crowdfunding that we’ve learned from supporting 1,500+ successful resident-led, neighbor-funded campaigns
  • top tips on building your fundraising team, connecting with new donors, and donor follow up, illustrated with real-life examples
  • an overview of ioby’s platform and services, and
  • Q&A with ioby's grassroots fundraising experts

A light dinner will be provided! Please let us know if you have dietary restrictions and/or childcare needs. RSVP now:

April 18, 2018
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 2300 Washington Street
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Dennisse Rorie
  • send an email
  • 617-635-0029
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Environment and green living
    Family friendly
    Festivals and fairs
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-04-18T18:00:00 - 2018-04-18T20:00:00

About Community Made

With Community Made, the City of Boston is partnering with ioby.org to support residents in creating their own community projects. ioby is a nonprofit crowdfunding platform that can provide community advocates with one-to-one coaching on project scoping and fundraising, access to their online crowdfunding platform, and, if applicable, fiscal sponsorship using ioby's 501(c)3 nonprofit designation.

This pilot is a partnership between the Mayor's Office of Resilience and Racial Equity, Love Your Block, the Mayor's Office of New Urban Mechanics, and ioby.org. All submissions must abide by legal and community standards and are subject to review by ioby before posting. This work is funded by a grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies and is informed by the strategic plans Resilient Boston: A Connected and Equitable City and Imagine Boston: 2030.

BCYF Fun Stops 2018 - Nazzaro

These free drop-in programs provide structured games, sport activities, and arts projects for up to 50 children per location.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • 475 Commercial Street
    Boston, MA 02113
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Family friendly
    Other
    Outdoor
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

Fun Stops are an affordable, flexible option for parents who are looking for a summer activity for their child for a couple hours a day.

Dates: July 9 - August 17
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 12 - 5 p.m.
Ages: 8 - 14

Locations:

Some locations provide lunch. Other sites may require children to bring their own lunch. Please confirm with staff in advance.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • 475 Commercial Street
    Boston, MA 02113
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Family friendly
    Other
    Outdoor
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

BCYF Fun Stops 2018 - Paris Street

These free drop-in programs provide structured games, sport activities, and arts projects for up to 50 children per location.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • 112 Paris Street
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Family friendly
    Other
    Outdoor
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

Fun Stops are an affordable, flexible option for parents who are looking for a summer activity for their child for a couple hours a day.

Dates: July 9 - August 17
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 12 - 5 p.m.
Ages: 8 - 14

Locations:

Some locations provide lunch. Other sites may require children to bring their own lunch. Please confirm with staff in advance.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • 112 Paris Street
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Family friendly
    Other
    Outdoor
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

BCYF Fun Stops 2018 - Leahy-Holloran

These free drop-in programs provide structured games, sport activities, and arts projects for up to 50 children per location.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • Victory Road
    Boston, MA 02122
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Family friendly
    Other
    Outdoor
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

Fun Stops are an affordable, flexible option for parents who are looking for a summer activity for their child for a couple hours a day.

Dates: July 9 - August 17
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 12 - 5 p.m.
Ages: 8 - 14

Locations:

Some locations provide lunch. Other sites may require children to bring their own lunch. Please confirm with staff in advance.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • Victory Road
    Boston, MA 02122
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Family friendly
    Other
    Outdoor
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

BCYF Fun Stops 2018 - Mildred Avenue

These free drop-in programs provide structured games, sport activities, and arts projects for up to 50 children per location.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • 5 MILDRED AVENUE
    Boston, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Family friendly
    Other
    Outdoor
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

Fun Stops are an affordable, flexible option for parents who are looking for a summer activity for their child for a couple hours a day.

Dates: July 9 - August 17
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 12 - 5 p.m.
Ages: 8 - 14

Locations:

Some locations provide lunch. Other sites may require children to bring their own lunch. Please confirm with staff in advance.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • 5 MILDRED AVENUE
    Boston, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Family friendly
    Other
    Outdoor
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

Fourth annual One Boston Day

"One Boston Day" encourages random acts of kindness and spreading goodwill.

April 15, 2018
  • 12:00am - 12:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • send an email
  • 617-635-3911
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Family friendly
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-04-15T00:00:00 - 2018-04-15T12:00:00

Mayor Martin J. Walsh and the City of Boston will once again honor Boston's resilience, generosity and strength on April 15, now known as "One Boston Day." The day serves as an opportunity to recognize the good in our community, celebrate one another, and reflect on the spirit and resilience of the people of Boston that was exemplified in response to the loss and tragedies of April 15, 2013.

Individuals and organizations are encouraged to share their plans for One Boston Day on the official website and on social media using the hashtag #OneBostonDay.

"One Boston Day" encourages random acts of kindness and spreading goodwill, and activities across the City will encourage individuals to give back to their community. The tradition came together in 2015 based on the desire expressed by many survivors to pass on the kindness, generosity, and support they received following the 2013 Boston Marathon.

April 15, 2018
  • 12:00am - 12:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • send an email
  • 617-635-3911
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Family friendly
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-04-15T00:00:00 - 2018-04-15T12:00:00

BCYF Fun Stops 2018 - Blackstone

These free drop-in programs provide structured games, sport activities, and arts projects for up to 50 children per location.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • 50 WEST BROOKLINE STREET
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Family friendly
    Other
    Outdoor
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

Fun Stops are an affordable, flexible option for parents who are looking for a summer activity for their child for a couple hours a day.

Dates: July 9 - August 17
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 12 - 5 p.m.
Ages: 8 - 14

Locations:

Some locations provide lunch. Other sites may require children to bring their own lunch. Please confirm with staff in advance.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • 50 WEST BROOKLINE STREET
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Family friendly
    Other
    Outdoor
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

BCYF Girls Summit 2018

Boston girls ages 12-18 are invited to join us for a day of workshops, a panel discussion, food, fun, and more!

May 12, 2018
  • 11:00am - 3:00pm
  • 300 The Fenway
    Boston, MA 02115
  • Contact:
    Erika Butler
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4920
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Learning and lectures
    Other
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-05-12T11:00:00 - 2018-05-12T15:00:00

The BCYF Girls Summit is a yearly conference developed for girls ages 12-18 to connect with the resources and opportunities they need and to help them establish a sense of unity and commitment with their peers and their communities.

Register for the event

Workshop Topics:
  • Business management
  • Engineering and technology (STEM)
  • Health services
  • Human services and public policy 
  • Natural resources and agriculture
  • Social media and communication

A special thank you to our supporters who make this summit possible:

  • Boston Police Athletic League
  • Lingzi Lu Foundation
  • Shannon Grant
  • Foundation for BCYF
May 12, 2018
  • 11:00am - 3:00pm
  • 300 The Fenway
    Boston, MA 02115
  • Contact:
    Erika Butler
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4920
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Learning and lectures
    Other
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-05-12T11:00:00 - 2018-05-12T15:00:00

BCYF Snow Day Hours and Youth Drop-in program

With Boston Public Schools closed, BCYF community centers will be open from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Tuesday, December 3, 2019.

December 3, 2019
  • 10:00am - 6:00pm
  • 1483 Tremont Street
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    BCYF
  • send an email
  • 617-633-8374
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Citywide
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Other
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-12-03T10:00:00 - 2019-12-03T18:00:00

Our Youth Snow Day Drop-in Program offers a warm and safe place for youth ages 7 and older while their parents work. All youth are welcome.

Children under 12 must have a parent or guardian with them at drop-off to complete a short intake form. Parents should send lunch and snacks for their children. We will not provide food. To save time, you can print out and complete the intake form ahead of time.

Find your local community center

more info on winter resources

December 3, 2019
  • 10:00am - 6:00pm
  • 1483 Tremont Street
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    BCYF
  • send an email
  • 617-633-8374
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Citywide
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Other
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-12-03T10:00:00 - 2019-12-03T18:00:00

Veterans Welcome Home Brunch

Welcome Home Brunch an opportunity for organizations to provide information and resources to veterans attending the event through tabling. Veterans will be able to apply to programs that meet their specific needs and learn about the different opportunities available to them. Brunch will also be served  where veterans can interact with each other and representatives from each organization over a meal.

April 19, 2025
  • 10:00am - 2:00pm
  • Suffolk University
    David J. Sargent Hall
    Boston, MA 02108
  • Contact:
    John Allison
  • send an email
  • 617-635-3507
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Charlestown
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-04-19T10:00:00 - 2025-04-19T14:00:00

The Welcome Home Brunch will be held on Saturday, April 19, 2025, The location of this event is at Suffolk University in the David J. Sargent Hall, 110 Tremont Street, Boston, MA.

Please contact our office for more details on this event at 617-635-3507

 

April 19, 2025
  • 10:00am - 2:00pm
  • Suffolk University
    David J. Sargent Hall
    Boston, MA 02108
  • Contact:
    John Allison
  • send an email
  • 617-635-3507
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Charlestown
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-04-19T10:00:00 - 2025-04-19T14:00:00
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