Castanea’s Community Involvement
Over the years, Castanea has sponsored the following organizations:
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3LPlace3LPlace, A Community for Lifelong Learning is a community in which adults with developmental disabilities, including autism, can live productive, fulfilling lives. |
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Ben Speaks Louder Than WordsBen Speaks Louder Than Words is a resource and support site for teens and young adults who are struggling with emotional issues. |
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Massachusetts BayBig Brothers Big Sisters of Massachusetts Bay helps girls and boys achieve their full potential by matching them with volunteers. |
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Big Sisters Association of Greater BostonSince 1951, Big Sister Association of Greater Boston has been helping girls reach their full potential through positive mentoring relationships with women. Big Sister is the largest mentoring organization in Greater Boston exclusively serving girls, covering 69 cities and towns. |
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Boston AstrosThe Astros program was incorporated as part of SEB in 1987. Established by Robert Lewis, Jr. and Jose Ruiz in the late 1970s, the Astros originated at the Villa Victoria Housing Development in the South End neighborhood of Boston. The community baseball program was developed to provide youth from Villa Victoria with opportunities to engage in forms of healthy competition and athletic activity while also keeping young people out of trouble. |
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Boston CaresBoston Cares organizes and leads team oriented volunteer opportunities throughout Greater Boston that have a positive impact on individuals and communities. |
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Boston Children's ChorusBoston Children's Chorus is a multi-racial, multi-ethnic, choral training program for children ages 7-18. |
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Boys & Girls Club of BostonThe Boys & Girls Club of Boston helps young people build strong character and realize their full potential as responsible citizens and leaders. |
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Children's Hospital BostonChildren's Hospital Boston is a 396-bed comprehensive center for pediatric health care. As one of the largest pediatric medical centers in the United States, Children's offers a complete range of health care services for children from birth through 21 years of age. |
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Christmas in the CityChristmas in the City was founded by John "Jake" Kennedy and Patricia "Sparky" Kennedy, who wanted their children to be familiar with people less fortunate than themselves. At the same time, John and his brother Richard had noticed a favorable fundraising situation: Over the years, the project has grown to undreamed-of proportions, and currently helps provide for thousands of Boston's less-fortunate children. |
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Friends of Balar IllamFriends of Balar Illam is a home for orphaned and destitute children located in Madurai, South India. |
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Horizons for Homeless ChildrenHorizons for Homeless Children helps homeless children learn how to play, share, read, and enjoy exploring their worlds. |
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The Jimmy FundSince its founding in 1948, the Jimmy Fund has supported the fight against cancer in children and adults at Boston's Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, helping to raise the chances of survival for cancer patients around the world. |
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The National Brain Tumor SocietyThe National Brain Tumor Society offers resources and caring support for everyone affected by brain tumors. |
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New England ScoresNew England SCORES is a youth development organization dedicated to urban 3rd through 5th graders. During after-school and out-of-school hours, New England SCORES provides an education program that combines creative writing and soccer activities for urban youth. |
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Rosie's PlaceRosie’s Place, a sanctuary for poor and homeless women, offers emergency and long-term assistance to women who have nowhere else to turn. Founded in 1974, Rosie’s Place welcomes each guest with respect and unconditional love. Rosie’s Place accepts no government funds, and relies instead on committed volunteers and private supporters to accomplish its effective and innovative work. |
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The Steppingstone FoundationThe Steppingstone Foundation develops and implements programs which prepare urban schoolchildren for educational opportunities. |
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Women's Lunch PlaceWomen's Lunch Place provides a safe and comfortable daytime shelter for homeless women. |
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