I discovered EVKids in 2015 when I was looking for a charity that made a difference in people’s lives. EVKids’ mission is to empower underserved Boston youth to thrive at school, in college and in life. They do it with one-on-one tutoring, a student from one of Boston's many universities, and a "tutee" from an inner-city Boston school. Meeting weekly, multi-year relationships and a lot of support make it all work. EVKids then helps each student find the right college and continues with mentoring throughout to keep them on track. The inseparable bonds that develop bring about an amazing transformation in the student - as well as personal growth for the tutors.
In the words of the founder, Marie-Claude Thompson, “If we can get hold of a child, we can transform their life.” I have seen it happen for eight years, and hope to see it happen eight more, and eight more after that!
Please join me in transforming lives by donating, becoming involved or attending EVKids’ annual gala on November 4. Thank you!
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Expanding Horizons Gala
Saturday, November 4th,
6:30 PM EDT
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2023-11-04 18:30:00America/New_YorkExpanding Horizons Gala
Thanks to you, the 2023 Expanding Horizons Gala smashed right through its goal and raised over $240,000 for EVkids! You help tutees, campers, and College Success mentees launch towards their goals. Thank you!
The Gala was once again hosted by Latoyia Edwards, an Emmy award-winning anchor for NBC Boston, a Dorchester native, and a proud graduate of EVkids. We also honored this year’s Youth Champion, Dr. Rajani LaRocca, Newbery Honor-Winning children's book author, and Alumni Service Award Winner Miguel Perez-Luna, Sustainability Engagement Planner, City of Cambridge, EVkids Board member and Tutor alum (Harvard '15).
Missed the Gala or want to relive the magic? Watch the full recording here: evkids.org/gala
Thanks to you, the 2023 Expanding Horizons Gala smashed right through its goal and raised over $240,000 for EVkids! You help tutees, campers, and College Success mentees launch towards their goals. Thank you!
The Gala was once again hosted by Latoyia Edwards, an Emmy award-winning anchor for NBC Boston, a Dorchester native, and a proud graduate of EVkids. We also honored this year’s Youth Champion, Dr. Rajani LaRocca, Newbery Honor-Winning children's book author, and Alumni Service Award Winner Miguel Perez-Luna, Sustainability Engagement Planner, City of Cambridge, EVkids Board member and Tutor alum (Harvard '15).
Missed the Gala or want to relive the magic? Watch the full recording here: evkids.org/gala