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by | Sep 2, 2022

National Volunteer Week 2024

Please join us in celebrating National Volunteer Week! Since BPIE’s inception as “School Volunteers for Boston” in 1966, we have been committed to engaging volunteers to serve the students in our community and inspiring others to get involved. National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to recognize and thank volunteers who lend their time, talent,...
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Raise Your Glass for BPIE

Nov 7, 2023 | , ,

We’re proud to share that Raise Your Glass for BPIE, the organization’s inaugural cocktail party fundraiser, raised over $20,000 for our academic mentoring programs! The event took place on October 24th at Mariel Underground and was a joyous occasion that brought together BPIE staff, supporters, teachers, and volunteers.

Black empowerment advisory council members excited to help Mass. communities

Governor Maura Healey announced an Advisory Council on Black Empowerment that plans to work with nonprofits to tackle issues across MA communities – including education, economic empowerment, and housing.

Thanks to Paul Burton and WBZ | CBS Boston for including education and BPIE in the story!

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