Today on the first anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombings, Points of Light has fittingly named the Richard Family of… Read more The Richard Family: Daily Point of Light
Author: Boston Cares
Watertown Police “Finish Strong” 5K
The Watertown Police Supervisor’s Association is putting on a 5K fundraising run/walk “Finish Strong” on Saturday, April 19. They are looking for… Read more Watertown Police “Finish Strong” 5K
Making #BostonBetter
On April 15, 2013, amidst the chaos, it was hard to imagine that the tragedy of the Marathon bombings could make a… Read more Making #BostonBetter
A Final Run for Team Hoyt
Many people are running the Marathon this year on behalf of last year’s victims and we’ll be featuring some here.… Read more A Final Run for Team Hoyt
Marathon Daffodils
It’s been a long winter here in Boston, but over the weekend the last of the snow melted away and… Read more Marathon Daffodils
Tattoo You, Boston
Volunteering is about giving what you have to those in need. It’s about feeling good through giving and making a… Read more Tattoo You, Boston
Dear Boston…
Next Tuesday form 5-8:30 p.m., we hope you’ll join us at the Boston Public Library Copley Branch, downstairs in the… Read more Dear Boston…
Miles of Good: A Poet’s Response
Bostonians have thoughtfully responded to the Marathon bombings in so many ways, using their individual gifts. Local poet Chad Parenteau… Read more Miles of Good: A Poet’s Response
Fallen Firefighter Was Dedicated Volunteer
It is hardly a surprise that fallen firefighter Mike Kennedy was also a dedicated volunteer and mentor, but it certainly amplifies… Read more Fallen Firefighter Was Dedicated Volunteer
The Human Connection after a Disaster
When we think of disaster relief, we often envision getting people out of physical harm. The psychological damage of a… Read more The Human Connection after a Disaster