Yawkey Foundation

Congratulations Franklin Cummings Tech on this important milestone – we were delighted to be a part of it! Yawkey Foundation has believed in your transformative, best-in-class technical and trade education since 2006 and know that your new home in Roxbury will provide limitless opportunities to promising students and the vibrant Nubian Square neighborhood. We can’t wait to see all that this next chapter holds!?

Congratulations to YMCA of Greater Boston on its newly renovated Roxbury YMCA Welcome Center! This refreshed space will make the Y’s impactful programs even more accessible to the 1,300+ community members who visit daily. A well-deserved upgrade for a true community cornerstone!

Meet Hawa! Hawa was nominated as a Yawkey 1933 Scholar by the Yawkey Club of Roxbury / Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston, where she was recognized for her initiative and hard work in the Young Leaders program. She aspires to work in pediatric mental health to help children reach their fullest potential. We're rooting for you, Hawa! ?? Learn more about the Yawkey 1933 Scholars Program here: https://lnkd.in/epuKa24k #Yawkey1933Scholars #FutureLeaders

Meet Jasmina! Jasmina was nominated as a Yawkey 1933 Scholar by Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester, where she worked in the Education Center and was a role model for others. She aspires to get her degree in radiation therapy and hopes to travel and see the world. Nothing can stop you, Jasmina! ?? Learn more about the Yawkey 1933 Scholars Program here: https://lnkd.in/epuKa24k #Yawkey1933Scholars #FutureLeaders

Meet Crystal! Crystal was nominated as a Yawkey 1933 Scholar by the Yawkey Club of Roxbury / Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston, where she has fond memories of participating in the Girls Who Code STEM program. She aspires to obtain a law degree and influence policymaking and legislation. You're going places, Crystal! ?? Learn more about the Yawkey 1933 Scholars Program here: https://lnkd.in/epuKa24k #Yawkey1933Scholars #FutureLeaders

Meet Leo! Leo was nominated as a Yawkey 1933 Scholar by Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester, where he worked part-time mentoring five-to-seven-year-olds. He aspires to study child development and support children with disabilities. Way to go, Leo! ?? Learn more about the Yawkey 1933 Scholars Program here: https://lnkd.in/epuKa24k #Yawkey1933Scholars #FutureLeaders

Meet Mariam! Mariam was nominated as a Yawkey 1933 Scholar by the Yawkey Club of Roxbury / Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston where she served as a member of Keystone, a national leadership program. She aspires to work in finance and use her knowledge to help bridge the wealth gap between communities. Keep up the great work, Mariam! ?? Learn more about the Yawkey 1933 Scholars Program here: https://lnkd.in/epuKa24k #Yawkey1933Scholars #FutureLeaders

Meet Arianna! Arianna was nominated as a Yawkey 1933 Scholar by Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester, where she has been a member since she was 8 years old. She aspires to study law and forensic science to serve the community. You can do it, Arianna! ?? Learn more about the Yawkey 1933 Scholars Program here: https://lnkd.in/epuKa24k #Yawkey1933Scholars #FutureLeaders

?? Meet the Yawkey 1933 Scholars! ?? Join us over the next week as we introduce these seven incredible rising stars. Let's cheer them on as they wrap up their first month in college! Meet Yadhira! Yadhira was nominated as a Yawkey 1933 Scholar by St. Peter’s Teen Center at Catholic Charities of Boston, where she has been an active participant and leader since the 5th grade. She aspires to become a forensic investigator to solve crimes and give people closure. We believe in you, Yadhira! Learn more about the Yawkey 1933 Scholars Program here: https://lnkd.in/epuKa24k #Yawkey1933Scholars #FutureLeaders

Don't miss Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution's wonderful, kid-friendly event focused on the ocean twilight zone! Join them at Boston Children's Museum on September 22nd by getting your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/euCU_6KA