Partnerships are at the heart of our work. Learn more about the organizations, collectives, and initiatives creating a better Brookline for all.
BCF Scholarship Fund Impact Report 2024
Ten years ago, a group of caring community members teamed up with BCF to establish a new fund to support the postsecondary ambitions of Brookline youth. The BCF Scholarship Fund More ...
BCF celebrates the release of the next generation of Brookline-focused research (11/20/2023)
Turning insights into action is a full community effort. On Thursday November 2, 2023, the Brookline Community Foundation welcomed community members to Our Community, Our Story: The Understanding Brookline More ...
A paw-some community event
On Sunday October 22, Brookline community members gathered at the Brookline Avenue Playground to celebrate Brookline’s Third Annual Dog Day. Organized by the Brookline Rotary Club, Dog Day is More ...
A lasting legacy – and love – of writing
David Whipple was an exceptional young man with a keen mind and kind heart. A graduate of Brookline High School and Yale College, David tragically died in an automobile More ...
A Foundation for the Future: The BCF Scholarship Fund for Brookline High School
As the school year begins, Brookline High School (BHS) students are eagerly returning to classes, seeing friends and pursuing their academic interests. But for last year's seniors, 2023 marks More ...
BCF in the community: August 2023
From grantmaking and research to events and philanthropic partnerships, there’s almost nothing BCF doesn't do in Brookline. But how do these activities all work together to strengthen our community? Read More ...
Party in the park: the first-ever Brookline Community Parkfest
On Sunday July 30th, BCF along with the Emerald Necklace Conservancy, welcomed over 500 community members to the first-ever Brookline Community Parkfest, a free event featuring lawn games, energizing performances, More ...
After ARPA: Strengthening Brookline’s Care Infrastructure
The $44 million dollar infusion of resources Brookline received through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding has been vital for Town government and nonprofit organizations supporting crucial community More ...
Creating community, advocating for equity
Through community-building and advocacy, BAAFN is a leader in equity-focused work in Brookline.
Thriving begins at home
BHA is supporting community members through stable, affordable housing and programming to build financial security.
The Brookline Food Pantry
In the midst of a public health crisis, the Brookline Food Pantry worked tirelessly to ensure no one in Brookline went hungry.
Performing during a pivot
With creativity and flexibility, the Puppet Showplace Theater brought live performances to Brookline during the pandemic.
Women Thriving program provides connections
Supports efforts to co-create opportunities for women who face economic, social, racial, and other inequities to thrive through learning, leadership development, and community
Around the table
Restaurants for Brookline is an innovative program that connects restaurants to social service organizations to provide meals for Brookline residents
Small supports = big differences
The Brookline Center for Community Mental Health has been a trusted community resource and advocate working tirelessly to make sure our community’s essential needs were met.
