I have been a volunteer tutor with 826 Boston for over two years. It has been a remarkable experience. Founded by Dave Eggers of a Heartbreak Work of Staggering Genius fame founded the organization in Valencia, California as a way to encourage and inspire kids of all ages to be writers. The organization has sites now in 8 major cities including in Roxbury, MA in the Bigfoot Research Institute. As a volunteer, I've been involved in helping with publishing kids books, helping them with their homework, volunteering to organize special events and fundraising. The great thing about this organization is that you can be involved in many aspects of making it successful- depending on your interests. It really is a magical place, filled with inspiring young writers, energetic volunteers and an unbelievably dedicated staff. If you are looking for a place that really makes a difference in the lives of kids and makes it easy to volunteer- I would definitely encourage you to check out 826 Boston in Roxbury- you won't believe a place like this can exist until you actually experience it for yourself. This place makes possibility a magical reality.
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- EIN 20-8065915
- info@826boston.org
- (617) 442-5400
- 3035 Washington St Roxbury MA 02119-1227 USA
- www.826boston.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Children & Youth, Education, Educational Services, Youth Development
Mission: 826 Boston is a nonprofit writing, tutoring, and publishing organization where students in grades K-12 and beyond can share their stories, amplify their voices, and develop as leaders in school and in life.
Results: The late Mayor Menino cut the ribbon in front of the Greater Boston Bigfoot Research Institute in 2007. 826 Boston maintains a network of more than 2,500 volunteers from the Boston community—including professional writers, artists, and teachers. More than 500 volunteers regularly devote their time and talents to our programs. These qualified and compassionate individuals are involved in each and every program 826 Boston offers.
Target demographics: students gain confidence in their writing
Direct beneficiaries per year: more than 3,500 students
Geographic areas served: Boston
Programs: After-Schol Writing and Tutoring Program, Writers' Rooms in Boston Public Schools, publishing projects, college essay assistance, and support for English Language Learners.