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Along with our portfolio organizations we partner with the community to break down systems of inequity and build a stronger future for all Bostonians. Portfolio Investing in proven organizations to bring to Boston to address community-identified needs We search the country to bring ground-breaking organizations that represent the best in their fields – in innovation, measurable results and ability to scale. See All Organizations Boston Boston Boston Boston Boston Boston Boston Boston BU-PATH (Planning & Advising for Transitions to Higher Education) Boston Boston Boston Boston Boston Boston Making an Impact in Boston In 2025 – 2026 190,441 individuals and families reached $10.8M invested by GreenLight to date $212M in additional funding leveraged “GreenLight is a powerful network of people who care about Boston and the next generation of organizations that are helping to build a better Boston.” In Boston 93% of participants are better able to support and connect with their families Read the Story In Boston 92% of participants were in school, employed, or in GED classes 12 months post-discharge Read the Story In Boston $29.64 average starting wage for new graduates Read the Story Boston Team & Partners GreenLight Boston is made up of a diverse group of changemakers from across the community, working together for positive impact. Team & Advisors Investors What Our Community is Saying “GreenLight has shown me the power of community collaboration. Through their method, you have experts coming together to understand what models will be most effective. And our city, Boston, is really the beneficiary of that.” Courtney Allessio “GreenLight Fund’s counsel related to programming, fundraising, and operations has been invaluable and positions us to better support our staff and scholars moving forward.” Shawn Brown Executive Director, Youth Guidance Boston “The extensive selection process to find the next best thing for Boston was very informative, and I’m proud that I was able to contribute to my community in this way.” Janet Iraola Community Field Coordinator, Boston Public Schools, and Boston Family Partner “GreenLight creates a more equitable Boston through the Advisory Council, which represents the different sectors in our city, from philanthropy, industry, and community-based organizations. Together, we reimagine how Boston can be a wonderful city for all.” Kristin McSwain Senior Advisor and Executive Director, Office of Early Childhood, and GreenLight Boston Selection Advisory Council Member “When [Child First expands], we always want a champion. To work with an organization like GreenLight, who is so deeply embedded in the community and has so many relationships, with their advice and mentorship, we know we can do it in the best possible way for the communities we want to serve.” Darcy Lowell Founder of Child First “GreenLight brings a unique perspective to solve significant social challenges facing Boston. They seek the best-in-market proven solutions from around the country to generate impact. The result is a better community for all of us. That is the magic of GreenLight.” Roger Krakoff The Roger and Lisa Krakoff Foundation and GreenLight Boston Selection Advisory Council Member Blueprint Schools Network Blueprint Schools Network BU-PATH (Planning & Advising for Transitions to Higher Education) BU-PATH (Planning & Advising for Transitions to Higher Education) CareMessage CareMessage Child First Child First Friends of the Children Friends of the Children New Teacher Center New Teacher Center Peer Health Exchange Peer Health Exchange Per Scholas Per Scholas Raising A Reader Raising A Reader Single Stop USA Single Stop USA The Fountain Fund The Fountain Fund UpTogether UpTogether Youth Guidance – BAM Youth Guidance – BAM Youth Guidance – WOW Youth Guidance – WOW YV LifeSet YV LifeSet By the numbers Discover how GreenLight Fund Boston drives economic mobility through innovative, community-led solutions with measurable impact. The data and stories below showcase impact from July 2025-June 2026. $10.8M Invested in Portfolio Organizations to Date $212M Additional Leveraged Dollars 190,441 Individuals and Families Reached 42 Selection Advisory Council Members 423 Staff Members Working for Portfolio 93 Active Local Board Members Portfolio Organization Investments Since 2004, GreenLight Boston has invested in a range of evidence-based nonprofits driving measurable impact across the city. The Fountain Fund Key result 100% of participants reported at least one significant improvement in their lives and 93% say they are better able to support and connect with their families. Individuals reached in 2025-26 69 Per Scholas Key result New graduates launched their tech careers with an average starting wage of $29.64/hour. Individuals reached in 2025-26 243 Youth Guidance: Becoming a Man Key result 82% of BAM scholars showed overall improvement in their post-school year Holistic Student Assessment, with top areas of improvement in perseverance, critical thinking, assertiveness, learning interest and empathy. Individuals reached in 2025-26 577 Single Stop Key result Distributed food gift cards totalling $45,000 to Bunker Hill Community College students who abruptly lost their SNAP benefits during the federal government shutdown. Individuals reached in 2025-26 947 Raising A Reader Massachusetts Key result 87% of participating families read together at least three times a week after one year in the program. Individuals reached in 2025-26 7,659 Friends of the Children – Boston Key result 98% of youth progressed to the next grade on time, and 100% met or made progress toward the social-emotional goals in their individual Road Map for Success. Individuals reached in 2025-26 600 Real Stories. Real Change. Real Impact in Boston. Read participant stories that show what impact looks like in action. Previous Next A New Path: The Fountain Fund After spending nearly a decade incarcerated, Todd Connelly returned home determined to build a different future. Read their story Tech Forward: Per Scholas Jessica, a single mother, went from struggling to break into tech to becoming a top performer at Per Scholas Greater Boston. Read their story Building Independence: Youth Villages LifeSet Despite childhood instability, homelessness, and foster care, Edana found stability and confidence through YV LifeSet — building financial independence and discovering a passion for advocacy. Read their story Growing Confidence: Friends of the Children Friends of the Children catalyzes generation change and provides invaluable mentorship to youth such as Chris who are striving to fulfill their dreams. Read their story Share this Report LinkedIn Facebook Email Team Zac Rich Zac Rich Executive Director, GreenLight Boston Inika Vimal Inika Vimal Program Manager, GreenLight Boston Advisory Council Jessica Ackerman Deloitte Irfan Alibhai Burkehaven Family Foundation Omaira Alicea State Street Foundation Courtney Allessio Catalant Technologies Karley Ausiello United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley Kelly Brawn Life Science Cares Anthony Britt Ayesha Cammaerts The Boston Opportunity Agenda Jessica Castro Trefler Foundation Rahn Dorsey Eastern Bank Foundation Gayané Ebling Ebling Family Foundation Eric Esteves Boston Main Streets Foundation Nicole Fontes Goodwin Elizabeth Foster Vertex Pharmaceuticals Caitlin Gassert Customers Bank Elsa Gomes Bondlow Ripple Acts Frankie Gonzalez Nike Andre Green SkillWorks Amanda Hadad HomeStart Nadia Harden New Commonwealth Fund Alena Harrison Bain Capital Bridget Kenneally Deloitte Pamela Leins The Boston Education Fund Brittney Macomber Bank of America Charitable Foundation Kristin McSwain City of Boston Office of Early Childhood Branden Miles City of Boston Mayor’s Policy Team Ed Powell Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston Larissa Quinn Bain Capital Ed Rocha Rola Languages Dan Salera Salera Consulting Sally Sharp Lehman Sharp Lehman Consulting, LLC. Gary Smith Christina Turner Cambridge Community Foundation Signature Investors Henry Ancona Steve and Deborah Barnes Michael and Lisa Bronner Renuka Babu Brown Katie and Paul Buttenwieser The George and Marie Chabot Charitable Foundation John and Stephanie Connaughton Jeff and Mary DiSandro David and Sally Dornaus Tom and Gayané Ebling Paul English Peter and Mary Ellen Rourke Falvey Jeff Feingold Steve and Lisa Jenks Meeta Kapadia The Kozin Family Roger and Lisa Krakoff Foundation Bill and Diana Ledingham Becky and Mark Levin The Lovett-Woodsum Foundation Paul and Kristin Marcus Jude and Francis McColgan Peter and Cindy Neville Tim and Lynne Palmer The Reeder Family Retik Mello Foundation Scott Friend and Leslie Riedel Brett and Sarah Rome Mark and Etta Rosen MacKenzie Scott Sonali Shah John and Susan Simon Brian and Stephanie Spector David Verrill Caitlin Vorlicek Natalie Wright Founding Seed Partners Lloyd G. Balfour Foundation, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee Jessie B. Cox Charitable Trust The Paul and Phyllis Fireman Foundation Barbara and Amos Hostetter Marianne and Ken Novack Kimberly and James Pallotta The Schnoor Family The Tudor Foundation Type Innovating from a Foundation of Trust: Inside GreenLight’s Established Sites Insights Innovating from a Foundation of Trust: Inside GreenLight’s Established Sites Oct 14, 2026 Boston, Cincinnati, National, Philadelphia, San Francisco Bay Area inFocus: Building Pathways to Work Insights inFocus: Building Pathways to Work Sep 29, 2026 Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Denver, Detroit, Greater Newark, Kansas City, National, Philadelphia, San Francisco Bay Area Leading With Intention: Meet The Fountain Fund’s New Site Director, Aaron Morin Insights Leading With Intention: Meet The Fountain Fund’s New Site Director, Aaron Morin Aug 5, 2026 Boston inFocus: Mental Health & Well-Being Play Video Insights inFocus: Mental Health & Well-Being May 28, 2026 Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Kansas City, National, Twin Cities How GreenLight Fund Scales Anti-Poverty Work One City at a Time Media Mention, News The Chronicle of Philanthropy How GreenLight Fund Scales Anti-Poverty Work One City at a Time Apr 23, 2026 Atlanta, Boston, Denver, Kansas City, Miami, National, San Francisco Bay Area, Twin Cities Meet Zac Rich: GreenLight Fund Boston’s New Executive Director Insights Meet Zac Rich: GreenLight Fund Boston’s New Executive Director Sep 4, 2025 Boston GreenLight Fund Names Zac Rich as New Executive Director Announcement, Press Release GreenLight Fund Names Zac Rich as New Executive Director Jul 29, 2025 Boston GreenLight Boston: 20 Years of Impact, Partnership & Transformative Change Play Video 20 Stories of Change GreenLight Boston: 20 Years of Impact, Partnership & Transformative Change Feb 6, 2025 Boston
