Someone Else's Child

10/28/2025

Big things happen when local youth organizations join forces!
We’re excited to announce Futurelink ColLab - a new collaboration between Boston Explorers, , and the .
Together, we’re creating hands-on workshops for youth that connect creativity, career exploration, and community.
First session kicks off December 10 in Dorchester – open to youth ages 14–24
🎟️ Limited spaces | 🎁 $25 incentive | 🍕 Food provided
See the attached flyer for a QR code to register

10/28/2025

Big things happen when local youth organizations join forces!

We’re excited to announce Futurelink ColLab — a new collaboration between our very own Boston Explorers, along with STEAM the Streets, and the Transformative Culture Project.

Together, we’re creating hands-on workshops for youth that connect creativity, career exploration, and community.

First session kicks off December 10 in Dorchester – open to youth ages 14–24

🎟️ Limited spaces | 🎁 $25 incentive | 🍕 Food provided

See the attached flyer for a QR code to register or click the link below to sign up

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeSDIr_OIHRdf8HZzmbrfWOUxrx0kmOC1plUyZ6zLHm_FX4Hg/viewform

06/27/2025

This week, Natasha Wright kicked off our Leader in Training Orientation, and we’re still glowing from the energy, talent, and heart our youth leaders brought into the space.

These teens, many of whom are former Explorers themselves, showed up prepared, thoughtful, and ready to step into their roles as counselors and mentors for the next generation of Boston Explorers.

HUGE shoutout to our new friend Ian at the Center for Healing and Justice Through Sport for leading a powerful group training that centered trust-building, youth connection, and emotional safety. Through engaging, hands-on activities, our LITs practiced the art of building relationships with kids in a way that is rooted in care and connection.

The vibe was nothing short of electric.

This is one of Someone Else’s Child’s incredibly impactful programs: a space where teens receive real job training, gain tools for life, explore the city, and learn how to lead with empathy. And they come from all over Boston to be part of it! Bringing diverse experiences, ideas, and joy. Wow, we are so proud of this crew..

We can’t wait to see these young leaders shine this summer and continue to share their summer success! ☀️💛 We invite you to share in the journey!

05/13/2025

We had the BEST time with Our Space 💚

We had the best time at Boston Explorers vacation camp today! The creativity and enthusiasm was 11/10!

05/06/2025

We’re so proud to share that our Youth Philanthropy group dreamed up and launched a Teen Clothing Drive, and it’s officially underway!

These young changemakers saw a need in their community and took action. They’re collecting clothes, coats, shoes, and hats for all ages, with donations going directly to Boston Youth Shelters & Teen Organizations.

📍Drop-offs will be accepted at:
Someone Else’s Child
594 Columbia Rd, Suite 211
Boston, MA 02125
🕓 4:30–6:30 PM

📅 Dates: 04/29, 05/6, 05/20
Every item helps someone feel seen, warm, and cared for. Join us in supporting youth, by youth. 💙💛

04/14/2025

Join us in highlighting was something very special. 💙 💛

Our Youth Philanthropy program recently wrapped up with a meaningful intergenerational dinner - an evening filled with deep conversations, powerful connections, and a true celebration of our young leaders.

Our youth philanthropists spent this year diving into social issues, rethinking philanthropy, and grappling with big questions: How do nonprofits measure real impact? How do budgets and numbers tell a story? How do we ensure funding reaches the organizations making the deepest impact? They explored the power of site “visits” and learned firsthand how funding decisions shape communities.

One of the youth said, “we learned that it’s not just about what we think the community needs but listening to the community to find out what really is needed”.

At our closing dinner, invited guests brought their wisdom, networks, and insights to the table, answering bold and thoughtful questions from our young people. The exchange was honest, inspiring, and a testament to the power of youth leadership in philanthropy.

Congratulations to our incredible Youth Philanthropists: Brianna, Kaiden, Javier, Virginia, Dai’Za, Alex, Edwin, Cassian, and Rashell!

And to the five organizations they awarded a total of $20K in funding: MIStudentsDream (Detroit), Simba’s Footprints (Tanzania), ASCATED (Guatemala), Lowell Parks and Conservation Trust (Lowell, MA), and YouthUnite (Cleveland).

04/14/2025

Thank you for inviting us to your amazing “friendraiser” Bubbles & Bites. We are so lucky to partner with and support an amazing organization who really puts youth first, highlights their amazing community of artists, and gives back to us all with their passion for art, Cambridge, and the Cambridge/Boston village!

04/10/2025

We had the pleasure of attending the annual Girls Inc. luncheon this morning and it was nothing short of incredibly inspirational. From the heartfelt speeches from Girls Inc. CEO Natalie Martinez to the beautiful voices of the Girls Inc. “muffins”, to the incredibly motivating speeches by the youth themselves, we are so proud to support such a phenomenal organization. As we were reminded today, Girls Inc. has been fostering growth, and making a difference in young girls’ lives for 83 years! We wish all of the girls the best, and send good luck and congratulations to the graduating seniors!

04/07/2025

🌊 New Article: The Importance of Swim Safety 🌊

Swim safety isn’t just a skill, it’s a necessity. In our latest article, we dive into why water safety education is crucial for every child. Natasha Wright, our Director of Youth Programs, shares a powerful moment from our recent discussion on the importance of equipping young people with the confidence and knowledge to stay safe in the water.

Read the full article to learn how Boston Explorers and Someone Else’s Child are working to provide access to swim education and why this issue matters more than ever.

Link in Bio!

03/26/2025

Last night was something special.

Our Youth Philanthropy program wrapped up with a meaningful intergenerational dinner - an evening filled with deep conversations, powerful connections, and a true celebration of our young leaders.

Our youth philanthropists spent this year diving into social issues, rethinking philanthropy, and grappling with big questions: How do nonprofits measure real impact? How do budgets and numbers tell a story? How do we ensure funding reaches the organizations making the deepest impact? They explored the power of site "visits" and learned firsthand how funding decisions shape communities. One of the youth said, "we learned that it's not just about what we think the community needs but listening to the community to find out what really is needed"

At last night’s dinner, invited guests brought their wisdom, networks, and insights to the table, answering bold and thoughtful questions from our young people. The exchange was honest, inspiring, and a testament to the power of youth leadership in philanthropy.

Congratulations to our incredible Youth Philanthropists: Brianna, Kaiden, Javier, Virginia, Dai’Za, Alex, Edwin, Cassian, and Rashell!

And to the five organizations they awarded a total of $20K in funding: MIStudentsDream (Detroit), Simba’s Footprints (Tanzania), ASCATED (Guatemala), Lowell Parks and Conservation Trust (Lowell, MA), and YouthUnite (Cleveland).

A huge thank you to Mike Christian, Diane Christian, Vetto Casado, Chris Harris, Letia Larock, and Larry Wallach for being part of this evening, listening to our youth, and opening doors for them. Your presence made a difference. And a special shoutout to Natasha Wright for her leadership and dedication to making this program so impactful.

This is what the future of philanthropy looks like.