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SUMMARY:Allston Brighton - BC Community Fund
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]$3\,000 Program/Project Grant \n(Available twice per year—Fall & Spring) \nSpring 2026 Cycle\nApplication Availability: Friday\, April 10 2026\nApplication Deadline: Wednesday\, May 13\, 2026 \nInformation Session \nThere will be a virtual information session on Thursday\, April 16\, 2026 at 12:00 noon for new and/or returning organizations to learn and ask questions about the community fund grant process. \nTo register for this info session\, click the link to fill out the registration form.\nFor questions please email bcneighborhoodcenter@gmail.com. \n_______________________________ \nThe mission of the Allston/Brighton–Boston College Community Fund is to support programs and services that are available to the people of Allston and Brighton.  The Fund Committee seeks applications from organizations\, associations\, programs\, or initiatives based in Allston and Brighton. The Committee gives special consideration to the benefit of the potential award on the youth\, senior citizens\, and the needy in the Allston and Brighton neighborhoods. Beautification projects are also encouraged. \nThe Fund was established by the late Mayor of Boston\, Thomas M. Menino and former Boston College President\, Rev. J. Donald Monan. The President of the College\, Reverend William P. Leahy and the Honorable Michelle Wu\, Mayor of Boston continue to support this cooperative effort between Boston College and representatives of Allston and Brighton. \nThe purpose of the awards is to supplement existing budgets of established organizations and agencies in order to promote a program or service for which financial support is not otherwise available. The Fund Committee also considers and makes awards to independent groups who present a worthy proposal or sponsor a worthwhile event. \nThe Fund aims to create good will and harmony among the people of Allston and Brighton\, and seeks to improve the physical appearance of the neighborhood. It is expected that both goals will enhance the quality of life of the neighborhood. A particular impact of the Fund and its activities is the fostering of an improved and beneficial relationship between the people of Allston\, Brighton and Boston College. \nInterested groups may apply for funding either during the fall or spring cycle. \nPlease Note:  Only one grant per group or agency will be awarded per year.  \nFall 2025 Grant Recipients\nFor the Fall 2025 cycle of the Allston Brighton/Boston College Communty Fund a total of $38\,521 was distributed to the following 13 organizations: \n\nAction for Boston Community Development\, Inc. (ABCD): Allston Brighton Food Pantry Assistance\nAllston Brighton Community Developmen Corporation (ABCDC): All Bright Community Center Emergency Food Pantry\nAllston Brighton Youth Hockey: Learn to Skate Program\nAllston Village Main Streets: Allston Village Holiday Lights\nBaldwin Early Learning Pilot Academy: Two-Part School Enrichment\nBoston Police Department: Shop with a Cop\nBrighton Allston Historical Society: Move & Storage Project\nBrighton Main Streets: Brighton Center Holiday Lights\nFamily Nurturing Center of Massachusetts: Allston Brighton Diaper Pantry\nFaneuil Tenants Organization: The Parents’ Wellness Initiative\nHoly Resurrection Orthodox Church\, Open Door Soup Kitchen and St. Bridget’s Grocery Bag Program: Food & Supply Costs for Open Door Weekly Meal\nJackson Mann Community School & Council\, Inc.: Digital Photography\nOak Square YMCA: Livestrong at the YMCA\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/allston-brighton-bc-community-fund/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Small Businesses
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTSTAMP:20260422T022930
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nAllston-Brighton Community Fund – Spring 2026 Grants Now Open \nThe Allston-Brighton Community Fund is dedicated to supporting and enhancing the local community by providing grants for programs\, projects\, and neighborhood improvements—including public realm initiatives. Funding is not limited to public land\, allowing for a wide range of impactful ideas. \nThe Allston Yards Project is now accepting applications for the Spring 2026 grant cycle\, with awards of up to $3\,000 available. \n📅 Application Deadline: Friday\, May 29\, 2026 at 5:00 PM💻 How to Apply: Online applications only📣 Award Announcements: Mid-June \nAdditional details and eligibility information can be found at the beginning of the application. Don’t miss this opportunity to bring your project to life and make a difference in Allston-Brighton! \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/8643/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Small Businesses,Youth
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTSTAMP:20260422T022930
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UID:8624-1776643200-1777075199@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Boston Family Days
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URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/boston-family-days/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Youth
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423
DTSTAMP:20260422T022930
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SUMMARY:Faneuil Branch Library April Schedule
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URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/faneuil-branch-library-april-schedule/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:Faneuil Branch Library\, 419 Faneuil Street\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423
DTSTAMP:20260422T022930
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UID:8495-1776816000-1776902399@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Brighton Branch Library April Schedule
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nApril showers bring May flowers… and a fresh lineup of exciting programs at the library! Join us for a month full of learning\, creativity\, and community right here at the branch. \nInterested in getting your hands in the dirt this season? Join us on Thursday\, April 9 from 6:30–7:30 PM to learn how you can get involved with our raised bed gardens. Individuals and families of all ages are welcome to help grow this year’s harvest! \nTake a trip to Western Massachusetts without leaving your seat at our special documentary screening on the history of the Quabbin Reservoir and the communities that were displaced to create it. Stick around after the film for a Q&A session with the producer. \nLooking to get creative? Join our staff-led writing session where we’ll explore declarative writing\, read inspiring pieces\, and craft our own “declaration of self.” No registration required—just bring your ideas and an open mind. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the library this April! \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/brighton-branch-library-april-schedule/2026-04-22/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Youth
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423
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SUMMARY:Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center - April Schedule
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Senior Spotlight (Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center) April 2026 \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/8566/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:Veronica Smith Center\, 20 Chestnut Hill Avenue\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
CATEGORIES:Featured
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UID:7556-1776852000-1776855600@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Free Virtual English Conversation Classes
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]BCNC Free Virtual English Conversation Classes \nCheck out our class schedule for Winter/Spring 2026.\nTo register click on\nBCNC English Conversation Zoom Class Registration Form – Winter/Spring 2026\nYou will receive an email with Zoom link after registering.\nYou can also visit our website to register. \n \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/free-virtual-english-conversation-classes/2026-04-22/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Small Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T022930
CREATED:20260204T211628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T213629Z
UID:7519-1776880800-1776884400@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Free Virtual English Conversation Classes
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]BCNC Free Virtual English Conversation Classes \nCheck out our class schedule for Winter/Spring 2026.\nTo register click on\nBCNC English Conversation Zoom Class Registration Form – Winter/Spring 2026\nYou will receive an email with Zoom link after registering.\nYou can also visit our website to register. \n \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/free-virtual-english-conversation-classes/2026-04-22/10/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Small Businesses
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