We acknowledge and recognize that we do not all start from the same place. Equity focuses on systemic, systems-level change that works to adjust imbalances and repair historical harms. Together we can improve lives, strengthen communities and build a better—and more equal—Boston.
Who We Are
The new report looks at the slow progress of getting new climate technology into Boston's small buildings, and looks to philanthropists and other partners to accelerate adoption.
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Boston Indicators, in partnership with the Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies and the Boston-based design firm Utile, call for bringing outdated codes in line with global standards to increase housing diversity and livability while using space more efficiently.
Read more about the report here
How can we best use increased funding in early education and child care to improve access, affordability, quality, and workforce strength? This new report examines this question by assessing recent investments in the sector and considering fundamental questions about the future.
Read the report here
We're thrilled to celebrate the current staff and board members who are being recognized among BBJ's Power 50 - TBF President and CEO Lee Pelton, executive director for the Asian Community Fund at TBF Danielle Kim, and board members Vanessa Calderón-Rosado and Elyse Cherry.
Read about all the 2024 honorees
On September 25, TBF hosted a formal signing ceremony for the Future Beacon Pathway Agreement, a joint admission agreement between Bunker Hill Community College and UMass Boston. Following the ceremony, TBF, Boston Opportunity Agenda and EdVestors hosted the first in a series of discussions on college and career pathways for Boston students.
Read more about the Pathways to Opportunity event
The newly-revised 18-month program will provide over $1 million in grants and support to the artists, focusing on issues of broader well-being and sustainability, in addition to nurturing and developing the artists' creative practice.
Read about the artists and LAB programWe believe that closing the gap on the region’s greatest disparities opens pathways to opportunity, prosperity and equitable outcomes. This complex, challenging and critical goal requires tackling the individual-, systems- and root-level causes of inequity. Here's where we are digging in.
What We Do
The systemic and structural inequities at the core of our region’s disparities cannot be dismantled without extraordinary perseverance and collaboration among visionary and courageous partners, donors and leaders. Together we can improve lives and strengthen communities.
Our Work with Donors
In partnership with Conexion and GBH, this community forum will feature a keynote by renowned author/journalist Ray Suarez and panel with local experts to discuss the socioeconomic impact Latinos have on our home state. If you're joining in-person, the event will kick off from 6-7 p.m. with a reception featuring delicious food and the chance to connect with fellow attendees. The conversation from 7-8:45 p.m. will be hybrid, with attendees in-person and the option to livestream.
In partnership with Instituto Diaspora Brasil, the Latino Equity Fund at TBF is thrilled to launch of a special report that commemorates 50 years of the vibrant Brazilian community in MA. Join us for this report release and forum for an in-depth analysis of the demographics of MA's Brazilian population, along with rich insights from interviews and focus groups with second-generation Brazilians, community organizations, entrepreneurs, religious leaders, and artists. Join us in honoring this remarkable community and exploring the dynamic landscape of Brazilian life in Boston and beyond!
Anchored by Third Sector New England, Inc. (TSNE)’s latest compensation report, Valuing Our Nonprofit Workforce, this event will delve into trends in nonprofit compensation and benefits and examine key workforce shifts shaping the sector. Presenters will examine data trends from the research and offer insights on how nonprofits are navigating wage disparities, the challenges of implementing pay equity at the board level, and best practices for making the case for fair compensation. Join us to take away actionable insights to strengthen your organization’s compensation and equity strategies.
For its FY25 grantmaking cycle, LEF seeks applications from community nonprofits within TBF’s catchment area who are working towards the advancement of Latinos by creating economic prosperity opportunities, addressing health disparities, and supporting community well-being. Click the deadline button below to learn more.
Deadline: October 21
The Safety Net Grants program is designed to support social service organizations that respond to essential needs for marginalized communities and vulnerable residents in Greater Boston. Click the deadline button to learn more.
Deadline: October 21
With a mission to strengthen the field of dance in Greater Boston, Next Steps for Boston Dance provides multi-layered support for Greater Boston’s choreographers and Circus Artists. Click the deadline button to learn more.
Deadline: October 25
Working beyond grantmaking, we collect data, commission research and share knowledge to inform public policy and catalyze conversations on issues with the greatest impact on the people of Greater Boston.
The Boston Foundation's 2023 annual report, organized around our four pathways to equity, tells some profoundly personal stories about how our donors and our nonprofit partners have the capacity to change lives. We offer deep thanks to our nonprofit partners who collaborated with us on this report and especially to those who shared their personal and inspiring stories with us.
