About Charlie: Charlie is currently a senior at the Advanced Math and Science Academy. Joining Boston Cares in the summer… Read more May 2016 Volunteer Spotlight: Charlie Lane
Category: Youth & Family
Giving Kids the Power to Serve in 5 Easy Steps!
By Aysia Rodriguez Hands down, I have the most fun in the Boston Cares office—which is saying something when you’re… Read more Giving Kids the Power to Serve in 5 Easy Steps!
What does a squirrel say on Valentine’s Day? I’m nuts for you!
By Meg M., GoCreate Volunteer I volunteered at my first GoCreate event yesterday: Sunday, February 7! GoCreate is a program… Read more What does a squirrel say on Valentine’s Day? I’m nuts for you!
MLK Summer Scholars in Action
Every year Boston Cares coordinates more than 300 volunteers for the MLK Summer Scholars’ Friday workshops. As the largest, most… Read more MLK Summer Scholars in Action

Greater Boston Youth to Lead Community Change on Global Youth Service Day, April 18, 2015: Signature event for 150 People Focuses on Healthy Eating
Boston, MA, April 17, 2015 – Join Boston Cares, its Teen Advisory Council, and 150 fellow volunteers ages five and… Read more Greater Boston Youth to Lead Community Change on Global Youth Service Day, April 18, 2015: Signature event for 150 People Focuses on Healthy Eating
MLK Summer Scholars Program Needs You
“MLK Summer Scholars is one of my favorite projects all year. The workshops present questions, ideas, models– and ask the scholars… Read more MLK Summer Scholars Program Needs You
Field Report from Teen TeamWorks
By Ginelle Testa, generationOn Coordinator, AmeriCorps VISTA As both a recent college graduate and a fresh, incoming VISTA Americorps member assigned… Read more Field Report from Teen TeamWorks
Swimming in Appreciation
In 1964, a lifeguard rescued a 5-year-old girl from drowning in a pool on Long Island, NY. In 2013, this… Read more Swimming in Appreciation
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
Global Youth Service Day!
To celebrate Global Youth Service Day 2013, Boston Cares has posted a variety of youth-friendly projects on our calendar for Saturdays,… Read more Global Youth Service Day!