The New England Council

The New England Council A non-partisan alliance of businesses, academic & health institutions, & public/private companies.

The Council is a non-partisan alliance of businesses, academic and health institutions, and public and private organizations throughout New England formed to promote economic growth and a high quality of life in the New England region. The Council is headquartered in Boston, MA, and also has a fully-staffed office in Washington, D.C.

Our NEC Board members are getting out into the community to connect with our 2026 Fellows! This week, Board members Becc...
08/19/2026

Our NEC Board members are getting out into the community to connect with our 2026 Fellows!

This week, Board members Becca Gould and Michael Curry visited Fellows at their host organizations to learn more about their work and the impact they’re making in communities across New England.

Becca and Michael visited Grace Boucher at the Dempsey Center and Oza Nunnally at Freedom House.

We’re grateful to our Board members for taking the time to connect with our Fellows and see their work in action—and proud of all our Fellows are accomplishing this summer!

08/19/2026

Welcome new member, UniBank.

UniBank is a community bank with 14 locations across Central Massachusetts, serving more than 22,600 households throughout Massachusetts and surrounding New England states.

08/17/2026

Join the New England Council’s Rising Stars Network in supporting the 28th Annual Samaritans, Inc. 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 26, at Artesani Park in Boston!

We’re looking for 10–12 volunteers to assist with parking, shuttles, registration, course direction, and a water stop. Help us create a powerful morning of connection, reflection, and hope dedicated to preventing su***de and supporting those affected.

We are proud to honor Jeanne Shaheen with the New England Council’s 2026 Legacy Award.Throughout nearly four decades of ...
08/13/2026

We are proud to honor Jeanne Shaheen with the New England Council’s 2026 Legacy Award.

Throughout nearly four decades of public service, Senator Shaheen has made history, improved the lives of people across New Hampshire and New England, and earned a reputation as a common-sense leader committed to bipartisan solutions.

Fifteen years after being named a New Englander of the Year, Senator Shaheen will return to the stage at our 2026 Annual Celebration to receive this special recognition. Please join us in celebrating her on October 29 at Encore Boston Harbor!

Please join us in welcoming Julia Spanek, our new Fall 2026 Boston intern!Julia is a fourth-year student at Northeastern...
08/11/2026

Please join us in welcoming Julia Spanek, our new Fall 2026 Boston intern!

Julia is a fourth-year student at Northeastern University majoring in Sociology and minoring in Human Services while pursuing a PlusOne master’s degree in Public Policy. She is excited to learn more about the intersection of business, government, and policy while engaging with NEC members and staff.

We’re thrilled to have Julia join the NEC team this fall!

This week, NEC Board Member Tim DelGiudice visited two of our 2026 Fellows on site: Edwin Samayoa at PCF Development, pi...
08/07/2026

This week, NEC Board Member Tim DelGiudice visited two of our 2026 Fellows on site: Edwin Samayoa at PCF Development, pictured with his supervisor, Linda Weisinger, and Natalia Perez at College Visions.

Thank you to Tim for taking the time to connect with our Fellows and learn more about the important work they are doing in their communities!

We are proud to honor acclaimed documentary filmmaker Ken Burns with the New England Council’s 2026 Legacy Award.For 50 ...
08/06/2026

We are proud to honor acclaimed documentary filmmaker Ken Burns with the New England Council’s 2026 Legacy Award.

For 50 years, Ken has brought American history to life through some of the most celebrated documentaries of our time, earning 17 Emmy Awards, two Grammy Awards, two Oscar nominations, and countless other honors.

Twenty years after being named a New Englander of the Year, Ken will return to the stage at our 2026 Annual Celebration to receive this special recognition.

Please join us in celebrating him on October 29 at Encore Boston Harbor.

Yesterday, we were thrilled to bring together our 2026 Fellows and their supervisors for a special luncheon in Boston! I...
08/05/2026

Yesterday, we were thrilled to bring together our 2026 Fellows and their supervisors for a special luncheon in Boston! It was a wonderful opportunity for the group to connect with one another and meet members of the NEC staff and Board of Directors. We look forward to seeing all that our Fellows accomplish throughout the program!

Avesta Housing College Visions Connecticut Foodshare Dempsey Center Freedom House Haley House Meals on Wheels of HC PCF Development Southern Vermont Arts Center U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) The iQuilt Partnership

Our President and CEO Jim Brett recently visited the Haley House to meet with New England Council Fellow India Glenn and...
07/29/2026

Our President and CEO Jim Brett recently visited the Haley House to meet with New England Council Fellow India Glenn and her supervisor, Sisi Jean-Baptiste. We’re proud to support India through the NEC Fellows Program and look forward to seeing the impact she’ll make at Haley House and in the community!

The New England Council has issued the following statement on the latest tariffs on Canadian goods and their potential i...
07/21/2026

The New England Council has issued the following statement on the latest tariffs on Canadian goods and their potential impact on businesses, consumers, and economic growth across New England.

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