May. 5, 2025
The Shifting Federal Landscape: MA Nonprofits Raise the Alarm
The Boston Foundation, Massachusetts Nonprofit Network, and MassINC Polling Group invite you to the release of the MA Nonprofits Federal Impacts Survey results, with responses from over 500 nonprofit leader capturing nonprofit perceptions of the new administration's impact on their organizations and vulnerable communities.
12:30pm – 2:00pmLivestream
May. 7, 2025
Voices of Experience: Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program
Be among the first to explore the vivid findings from a new report leveraging surveys, focus groups and interviews to hear directly from tenants and landlords on their experiences with the Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program (MRVP).
9:00am – 10:30amEdgerley Center for Civic Leadership at the Boston Foundation
Featured Past Events
Reclaiming Vacant Property Conference
On April 8, 2025, housing and community development leaders from across Massachusetts came together in Springfield to explore strategies for reclaiming vacant properties and expanding access to affordable homeownership.
School Centered Neighborhood Development
On February 12 2025, the MassINC Policy Center and Urban Edge an event to explore how schools and neighborhood partners can work together to advance holistic community development.
12th Annual Gateway Cites Innovation Summit
On November 14, 2025, over 250 attendees came together in Worcester for our 12th annual Gateway Cities Innovation Summit. Leaders and community members from across the state participated in a dynamic day of discussion and reflection focused on efforts to address housing challenges. We also recognized Gateway City innovators and champions at the leading edge of this work.
False Narratives: Understanding Contemporary Native concerns, including harmful images, and why change matters
Representatives from Native communities and tribal serving organizations make the case for revamping school mascots, the state seal and flag, and addressing other important issues necessary to strengthen the fabric of Massachusetts and its Indigenous communities.