The power of music to transform lives is undeniable. It can inspire, uplift, and even heal. In urban areas, where violence is a daily struggle, music programs are stepping in to make a difference. One such program, Beyond the Bars, is doing just that. It's a music enrichment program designed to empower young people and help communities break free from cycles of viole...

In a city filled with concrete and steel, a group of Boston and Cambridge students are learning to tend urban gardens and discover the joy of growing their own food. The CitySprouts Green Team Summer Program is a unique initiative that not only teaches students about science and the natural world but also fosters leadership skills, community engagement, and social-em...

As the nation hurtles towards one of the most pivotal elections in recent history, the Sundial Group of Companies has launched a critical voter education series, "Paint the Polls Black." This ambitious initiative aims to inform, mobilize, and protect the voting rights of Black communities across the country in the crucial weeks leading up to Election Day on November ...

The BASE, a nonprofit organization that uses sports to build teamwork skills and self-esteem in Boston children, has secured its Roxbury home for good. The organization's leader, Steph Lewis, received a call from the landlord two days before Christmas, informing him that the building was being put up for sale. Instead of searching for a new location, Lewis and his te...