GreenLight Fund Boston

08/25/2026

Last week, the GreenLight Boston team had the chance to visit Camp Harbor View's summer camp in the Boston Harbor! Camp Harbor View works with more than 1,000 young Bostonians and their families each year to offer a one-of-a-kind summer camp for students entering grades 6-9, free of cost.

While summer camp programming wrapped up last week, CHV continues to offer year-round leadership development for students in grades 9-12, and comprehensive family services, including college and career planning, scholarships, clinical support, and resource coordination to communities in Boston, all at no cost. Thank you having us!

08/21/2026

During the summer, Boston University's PATH Advising Program teamed up with the Boston Private Industry Council and Boston Public Schools (BPS) to open up a new Postsecondary Transition Support Center, giving current and recent BPS graduates a one-stop resource as they head into college, career training, or the workforce.

Housed at the Bolling Municipal Building in Roxbury, the Center offered free, personalized help with everything from college enrollment and financial aid to career exploration and was open weekdays, with in-person and virtual appointments available. Throughout the summer, the center completed outreach to over 1,200 recent BPS graduates to ensure they had the support they needed as they navigate the transition.

08/05/2026

We recently had the chance to sit down with The Fountain Fund Boston's new Boston Director, Aaron "Ace" Morin! During our conversation, Ace shares more about his interests, what brought him to this work, and his vision for the Boston site.

Check out our latest blog post here:

We recently sat down with Aaron "Ace" Morin to learn more about his interests, what brought him to The Fountain Fund, and his vision for the Boston site. Read more below:

08/04/2026

GreenLight Fund’s inFocus campaign highlights the challenges shaping family and community well-being—and the locally driven solutions helping communities respond.

The latest installment focuses on housing and community safety, exploring how GreenLight portfolio organizations are helping families remain securely housed, prevent violence and build the stability needed to thrive.

Read the latest inFocus: https://greenlightfund.org/infocus-housing-and-community-safety/

07/29/2026

Another big congratulations to Amber Black, GreenLight Boston's Associate Director, on successfully completing the Institute for Nonprofit Practice CORE certificate program!

Over the course of the nine-month long program, Amber had the opportunity to engage in skill-building, networking, and individual growth within a cohort of nonprofit, public, and social impact leaders — including Youth Guidance Boston's Director of Development, Laurie Kennedy, and GreenLight Fund Detroit 's Executive Director, Jasahn Larsosa. Kudos to all the graduates!

07/29/2026

Congrats to Inika Vimal, GreenLight Boston's Program Manager, on successfully completing the Institute for Nonprofit Practice RISE program!

07/27/2026

We're looking forward to bringing new thought partners onto our Board!

06/25/2026

What does it take to create lasting change?

For GreenLight Fund co-founders Margaret Hall and John Simon, it started with listening to communities, identifying unmet needs, and connecting those needs with proven solutions that could make a measurable difference.

In this conversation, Margaret and John reflect on GreenLight’s early days, the lessons learned along the way, and how a local idea grew into a national network committed to removing barriers to inclusive prosperity and driving meaningful impact.

Read more: https://greenlightfund.org/20-years-of-community-driven-change/

06/19/2026

In observance of Juneteenth, GreenLight Fund Boston's offices are closed. We stand with communities nationwide in honoring this landmark day — one that celebrates Black freedom, joy, and enduring strength, while reminding us that the wounds of slavery and systemic racial injustice have left lasting inequities that we must continue to confront.

This day is both a celebration and a call to action. Juneteenth invites us to pause, to honor, and to renew our commitment to a future rooted in justice and equity. GreenLight Fund remains steadfast in our mission to dismantle barriers to opportunity and work alongside communities in pursuit of prosperity that truly includes everyone.

06/08/2026

Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Here at GreenLight Boston, we want to celebrate the leadership, courage, and generosity of the LGBTQIA+ community. We're proud to stand alongside the incredible partners and organizers who are striving to make Boston a more inclusive place for all.

If you weren't able to attend Saturday's Pride Parade, don't worry, there are plenty of other events happening throughout the month in celebration! Check them out here: https://www.meetboston.com/events/festivals-and-annual-events/boston-pride/