For Youth

• • The Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SPEDPAC) (617-297-7335, mail@bostonspedpac.org)- works with the Boston Public Schools system to ensure that children get the services and support they need to develop to their full potential.

  • Steppingstone - prepares students from under-resourced communities to access, navigate, and graduate from college.

• • Youthline -Connecting Boston's youth to resources, services, programs, and opportunities throughout the City of Boston (events, job opportunities/internships, household subsidies, etc.)!

  • Catholic Charities Boston (617-464-8500) - Our services are open to all, regardless of faith or circumstance. We are a solutions provider for urgent needs within our communities and empower individuals and families to find lasting stability through affordable childcare, education, and job training programs. 

    • • • The Teen Center at St. Peter's (617-282-3614)- The Catholic Charities Teen Center serves 300 adolescents living in Dorchester’s Bowdoin-Geneva neighborhood after school hours and throughout the summer months. The staff, programs, and activities aim to increase teens’ self-esteem while providing the tools needed for academic and personal growth as well as their success in the community.

  • Teens in Print (TiP) (617-699-5899)- Teens in Print (TiP) is a writing program created to amplify the marginalized voices of eighth to twelfth grade Boston students. We strive to give students the tools to share their experiences and perspectives through writing, the platform to reach decision-makers who can act on their ideas, and the knowledge to become thoughtful consumers of media.

  • 826 Boston (617-442-5400)- 826 Boston is a nonprofit writing, tutoring, and publishing organization where students in grades K-12 and beyond can share their stories, amplify their voices, and develop as leaders in school and in life.

  • Jóvenes en Acción/Youth in Action (JEA) Program  (617-524-8303)- our free, year-round program where participants receive Afro-Latin arts training (in Dance, Music, or Theatre), education and mentoring support, and civic engagement and youth organizing training. Participants also benefit from social-emotional support and resources. During the summer session, JEA turns into a paid opportunity.

  • Soccer Unity Project (617-831-4480)- Soccer Unity Project reimagines the power of soccer to build community, connect people from diverse backgrounds, and promote equity in youth play.

  • Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston (BGCB)- BGCB is primed to tackle the deeply rooted issues facing our youth, rallying leaders from all sectors to invest in the next generation of Greater Boston’s workforce, civic leaders, and changemakers. Our mission is to ensure that every young person is healthy, safe, educated, and enjoys the same access and opportunities as their peers across the Commonwealth. *Phone number changes based on location*

  • Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts - Girl Scouts is an organization that empowers girls to explore their interests, dreams, and talents. With countless activities to choose from, they can visit animal shelters, go camping, host dance events, or even create films—all while learning to take risks, trust their instincts, and collaborate with others. Girl Scouts is a community where girls grow, learn, and thrive together.

  • Girls on the Run  (508-293-1844)- At Girls on the Run Greater Boston, teaching essential life skills is the cornerstone of our programs. Trained volunteer coaches facilitate lessons that blend physical activity with life skill development, including managing emotions, fostering friendships, and expressing empathy.

  • Brookview House (617-265-2965)- a multi-service nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting women, children, and youth experiencing homelessness.

  • Mayor Youth Council (617-961-6980)- The Mayor's Youth Council aims to bridge the gap between City government and youth, ensuring that young residents have a direct impact on the decisions that affect their lives. The Boston Mayor's Youth Council is a citywide program designed to empower and engage the young people of Boston in civic leadership and community development. The Council provides a platform for youth to voice their opinions, collaborate with City officials, and develop solutions to the challenges facing young people across the City of Boston. Apply to MYC to gain valuable leadership skills, experience in public service, and a deeper understanding of local government processes.

uAspire - Webpage with list of scholarships available to for Massachusetts, Bay Area, and New York Students

List of Boston colleges and Universities scholarships

Youthline -Connecting Boston's youth to resources, services, programs, and opportunities throughout the City of Boston (events, job opportunities/internships, household subsidies, etc.)!

• • Jóvenes en Acción/Youth in Action (JEA) Program - our free, year-round program where participants receive Afro-Latin arts training (in Dance, Music, or Theatre), education and mentoring support, and civic engagement and youth organizing training. Participants also benefit from social-emotional support and resources. During the summer session, JEA turns into a paid opportunity.

  • Youthline -Connecting Boston's youth to resources, services, programs, and opportunities throughout the City of Boston (events, job opportunities/internships, household subsidies, etc.)!

Jóvenes en Acción/Youth in Action (JEA) Program (617-524-8303)- our free, year-round program where participants receive Afro-Latin arts training (in Dance, Music, or Theatre), education and mentoring support, and civic engagement and youth organizing training. Participants also benefit from social-emotional support and resources. During the summer session, JEA turns into a paid opportunity.

Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción (IBA) (617-927-1707)- IBA empowers individuals and families to improve their lives and achieve socio-economic mobility through high-quality affordable housing, education, financial and resident empowerment and arts programs.

• • • IBA’s Creative Youth Development Program - The program provides academic support, job readiness, arts education, leadership training, civic engagement and advocacy opportunities. Fostering socio-emotional, intellectual and artistic growth in young people between 14 and 18 years old, while helping them develop 21st century skills to be successful in life. 

Youthline -Connecting Boston's youth to resources, services, programs, and opportunities throughout the City of Boston (events, job opportunities/internships, household subsidies, etc.)!

Beat The Odds (857-800-2286)- dedicated to serving under-resourced youth (ages 14-24) in Boston's low-income communities through its Creative Youth Development Program. We provide students with a unique opportunity to explore their creativity and unlock their hidden talents. Our mission is to provide a safe space, where young people have access to the creative tools necessary to inspire self-awareness and encourage mental health and healing from trauma through music and arts.