YOU'RE INVITED!

Bostonians for Youth Gala

We invite you to stand with us on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at 6:00pm at the 18th Annual Bostonians for Youth Gala.

This year’s theme, Healing Can’t Wait, is both a call to action and a reflection of the urgent needs facing Boston’s youth of color as they continue to navigate the deep and lasting impacts of systemic racism.

At the heart of our work is the Youth Development & Leadership (YDL) Pathway, rooted in racial equity, trauma-informed care, and restorative justice. Come celebrate the strength and resilience of our youth, strategize with community leaders, and learn how you can be part of a movement that is more vital than ever.

We’re reinvigorated, refreshed, and reaffirming our commitment to justice, equity, and healing in Boston.

Because healing can’t wait - and neither can we.

Get excited for our silent auction!

TBC is thrilled to partner with the American Fundraising Foundation (AmFund) to offer a special Silent Auction at the Bostonians for Youth Gala, featuring 6-8 domestic and international travel trips. These world-class trips and experiences feature 4 and 5 star accommodations, a dedicated travel specialist, and silent auction winners can take the trip within three full years with no blackout dates. All proceeds over the minimum bid will be allocated as a donation to Trinity Boston Connects. We look forward to announcing the destinations soon!

Join us to celebrate, learn, and take action for Boston's youth!

PROGRAM UPDATES

Our Youth Development & Leadership (YDL) Pathway is fully staffed and firing on all cylinders. 

All three programs are active with plans to integrate intentional healing throughout.  

• Sole Train: Use Your Body to Change Your Mind (After School)
• TEEP: Use Your Mind to Recharge Your Soul (Out of School/ Summer)
• TBC @ RBA: Use Your Soul to Reinvest in Your Community (During School)

TEEP Summer is bursting with dynamic programming partners like Community Music Center of Boston, Museum of Science, and Future Chefs. 

Youth leaders are taking the reins - shoutout to Elijah and Micah, who led TBC staff including our current ED, Charmane Higgins, and former ED, Louise Burnham Packard, in a circle exercise around connection and values. 

The healing is here and now, and it’s powerful.

WELCOME ABOARD!

TBC has had a busy winter & spring, bringing on NINE new staff members to drive TBC’s mission!

Welcome to:

• Morgan Beckford, Youth Development & Leadership Pathway Director
• Aka Denjongpa, Chief Program Officer
• Marchelle Jacques-Yarde, Director of Development & Communications
• Dylan Ramsdell, Youth Development & Leadership Pathway Manager
• Steven Turner-Parker, Youth Development & Leadership Pathway Coordinator
• Eric Bell, Youth Development & Leadership SuccessLink Intern
• Micah Echols, Youth Development & Leadership SuccessLink Youth Intern
• Jennifer Fallon, Bostonians For Youth Gala Project Manager
• Elijah Jeudi, Social Media & Development SuccessLink Youth Intern

5 DAYS AWAY!

We're riding for racial equity

Our largest team ever - 51 strong, including 30 adult and 7 youth riders - has already raised over $44,000 for Trinity Boston Connects' youth programs, reaching 75% of our goal! We are incredibly grateful for every rider, donor, and supporter. Let’s finish strong together!

Help our team meet our $60,000 fundraising goal - donate today to support our riders and invest in Boston’s youth!

26.2 CONQUERED.

$115K RAISED.

We are immensely proud of our 2025 Boston Marathon team who together raised $115K+ in support of TBC's youth programs. Thank you for running with purpose and making a lasting impact!

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