We are thrilled – and incredibly proud – to congratulate the twenty-four young adults who make up our most recent group of college graduates! West End House strives to be a “home away from home” where young people can grow up and grow into the best versions of themselves that they can be. We have...
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West End House continues to celebrate the achievements of our youth throughout the year through virtual receptions and presentations. At this year’s annual Margolin Family Scholarship Reception, held on Tuesday, January 19th, we presented scholarships to 15 young people who have persevered during these difficult times, excelling in their academic careers and continuing to...
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This fall, College and Career Success Pathways Director Portsha Franklin was invited to present at Boston Children’s Hospitals Community Health Showcase. Her presentation provides an overview of West End House’s work with college-enrolled alumni and offers updates on our COVID-19 response as it relates to this program.
We are thrilled to announce that the Cummings Foundation has elevated its initial grant award to a 10-year commitment totaling $500,000 in support for our College and Career Program. This incredibly generous grant, part of their highly competitive Sustaining Grants initiative, is an unprecedented multi-year investment in our college-enrolled youth. The future looks even...
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It’s not often that a community gets to honor a living legend. An outdoor art installation honoring Bill “Snoopy” Margolin was recently unveiled on the north side of the West End House adjacent to Ringer Park. Bill Margolin continues to influence generations of young people in Allston-Brighton and beyond. His tenure with West End...
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