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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
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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:20260513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTSTAMP:20260507T175719
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SUMMARY:Brighton Branch Library May Schedule
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nMay your spring be off to a great start! Make it even better by stopping into a program or two at the Brighton Branch Library this month. \nAdults can get creative and challenge their minds by learning how to construct their own crossword puzzles with our brand-new Clue Crew Crossword Club! The first meeting kicks off on Saturday\, May 9 at 11:00 AM. \nKids ages 6–12 can dive into hands-on fun with Buildwave on Saturday\, May 16. This high-energy program combines STEAM learning with the excitement of a game show—registration is recommended! \nCelebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a special solo performance by Li Liu. Experience the beauty of traditional Chinese acrobatics and hear stories about growing up in a different time and place.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/brighton-branch-library-may-schedule/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Brighton Branch Library\, 40 Academy Hill Road\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
CATEGORIES:Featured,Youth
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTSTAMP:20260507T175719
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SUMMARY:Faneuil Branch Library May Schedule
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URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/faneuil-branch-library-may-schedule/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Faneuil Branch Library\, 419 Faneuil Street\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Youth
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTSTAMP:20260507T175719
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SUMMARY:Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center – May Schedule
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Senior Spotlight (Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center) May 2026[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/veronica-b-smith-multi-service-senior-center-may-schedule/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Veronica Smith Center\, 20 Chestnut Hill Avenue\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260514
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UID:8937-1778630400-1778716799@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Month Events
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URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/small-business-month-events/2026-05-13/
CATEGORIES:Small Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T120000
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SUMMARY:Writing Group
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Announcing a new writing group at the Faneuil Library! This group is for folks who want to do some narrative writing and share their efforts with others. You do not need any experience\, just an interest in writing! Each session will have three parts – inspiration\, writing\, and sharing. Please bring a notebook or laptop for writing.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/writing-group/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Faneuil Branch Library\, 419 Faneuil Street\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T133000
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UID:8911-1778673600-1778679000@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Allston/Brighton COC Director's Meeting
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Dear Friends\, as May arrives\, we find ourselves in a season of momentum\, with longer days\, growing activity across our business community\, and a shared focus on wrapping up the programming year before summer. I hope you will join us for the upcoming Chamber Directors Meeting on May 13 at Artisan’s Asylum\, where we will prepare for one of our signature events — the Allston Brighton Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner on Monday\, June 8. This important evening brings together local businesses\, community leaders\, and partners to celebrate the strength and spirit of our neighborhood. We encourage all Chamber members and directors to support the event by purchasing tickets\, securing sponsorships\, or donating raffle prizes\, all of which help make the evening impactful and successful. Details on how to participate will be shared at the May 13 meeting\, and additional information can be found at ABCOC Website\, Become an ABCOC Member\, RSVP for the May 13 Meeting\, and ABCOC Calendar. Thank you for your continued engagement and support — I look forward to working together in the coming weeks to make this year’s Annual Dinner a memorable one. — Ben Franco[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/allston-brighton-coc-directors-meeting/
LOCATION:Artisan Aslyum\, 96 Holton Street\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Small Businesses
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