Between 1847 and 1851, one million Irish citizens died from malnutrition, disease, and exposure, when a fungus infected the country’s… Read more From the Irish Potato Famine to Helping the Hungry Today
Author: Boston Cares
Boston Cares organizes and leads team oriented volunteer opportunities throughout Greater Boston that have a positive impact on individuals and communities.
Agency Spotlight: The American Red Cross Food Pantry
To some people, food is not just a part of life, but an essential and precious thing. While doing the… Read more Agency Spotlight: The American Red Cross Food Pantry
From Selling Apples to Bringing Home the Bacon
Once upon a time, a Boston man found a million-dollar value in education, and it made all the difference: John… Read more From Selling Apples to Bringing Home the Bacon
Volunteer Story Friday: Katy Mayes
Katy Mayes is a volunteer leader at Boston Cares, who has recently informed us that she will soon be leaving… Read more Volunteer Story Friday: Katy Mayes
Whatever You Do, Do it with Meraki
This is a Greek word often used in relation to the preparation of a meal, as you might do at… Read more Whatever You Do, Do it with Meraki
Volunteer Spotlight: Matthew Verney
Matthew Verney has been a volunteer with Boston Cares since October of 2012. In that time he has dedicated over… Read more Volunteer Spotlight: Matthew Verney
It’s a Nice Day for a Tent City
When walking through Copley Square, it’s not easy to miss the Tent City Apartments on Dartmouth Street, but did… Read more It’s a Nice Day for a Tent City
The Girl behind the Blog
Hello Boston Cares blog readers, Twitter followers, and Facebook Fans! My name is Jenna and I’m the New Volunteer Recruitment… Read more The Girl behind the Blog
How Building a Community Built a Corridor
Have you ever heard of the Southwest Corridor Park? Are you aware of the history behind it? If not, you… Read more How Building a Community Built a Corridor
In Celebration of Fathers Everywhere
Looking for the perfect Father’s Day gift this year? Why not give Dad the gift of quality time spent together?… Read more In Celebration of Fathers Everywhere
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