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Welcome Jenna Leschuk: Chief Development Officer
Meet our Chief Development Officer, Jenna Leschuk!
Welcome Lenis Perez: Chief Program Officer
Meet our Chief Program Officer, Lenis Perez!
West End House Presents 2026
A Celebration of Youth, in Community
Light of Dawnn 2026
Read about the 2026 Light of Dawnn Awards, hosted here at West End House, and the amazing work that all the recipients are doing.
Inside the West End House Freight Farm
West End House is proud to introduce our new Freight Farm, a hydroponic farm cable of producing tons of food per year, right here on site!
House Party: An Alumni Reunion
Read about our inaugural HOUSE PARTY alumni reunion, and Jordan Redley, the first ever J. Nute Achievement Award winner.
Teen Tech Center: Bridging the Digital Divide
We are proud to introduce our new Teen Tech Center, a creative space designed to provide opportunities for young people to learn how to use cutting edge technology in unique ways.
Biggest Fun Ever 2025
Biggest Fun Ever 2025 was a blast, read about our wonderful evening celebration in memory of Dawnn Jaffier here.
In Loving Memory of Bill “Snoopy” Margolin
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Bill “Snoopy” Margolin, who died peacefully on the morning of July 22, 2025, with his beloved family by his side. Bill was more than a director or board member—he was a mentor, a friend, and a lifelong champion of...
An Evening of Joy and Belonging – West End House Presents 2025
On May 1st, more than 300 people gathered at West End House to share an evening of belonging and celebration of our young people! West End House Presents is our annual fundraising event where we host guests at the Club to learn from youth about the wonderful programs...
Volunteer Spotlight – Zippy Abraham Paiss
On Friday, June 13, we will wrap up our school-year program with the Westie Awards—a high-energy, Club-wide celebration recognizing our incredible members and their accomplishments. The event will also feature youth performances and honor the volunteers who make so...
Deloitte Impact Day – A Day of Service and Support
West End House is proud to spotlight one of our valued corporate partners, Deloitte, with whom we deepened our partnership this season in powerful ways. Through their generosity and engagement, Deloitte has provided: A $25,000 grant to support our youth and programs...
Spring Field Trips – Real-World Learning in Full Bloom
Springtime at West End House means sunshine, exploration, and a calendar full of exciting field trips! Our members love discovering new places, and these trips offer the perfect opportunity to turn curiosity into real-world learning. This season, our young people...
Pathways to HBCU – A Journey of Discovery
In April, our College & Career Pathways team took seven West End House teens on an unforgettable 10-day college tour across six states to explore Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Partnering with the Boys & Girls Club of Boston, Yawkey...
Celebrating our graduates
Congratulations to the West End House Class of 2025! Graduation is more than a milestone—it’s a celebration of growth, perseverance, and possibility. From balancing school, extracurriculars, and family responsibilities to navigating their next steps, our seniors have...
West End House Presents 2025 Photos
See photos from our May 1st West End House Presents event!
West End House Presents 2025
Thank you for celebrating with us at West End House Presents on May 1st. Our youth were proud to connect with you and share their passion, talents, and enthusiasm.
Generations 2024
JOIN US FOR OUR GENERATIONS EVENT, November 2, 2024 at the Boston Marriott Newton Hotel! We invite you to join us at our Generations event on Saturday, November 2nd at 6PM at the Boston Marriott Newton honoring outstanding alumni Henry Barr and Shantell Jeter. Tickets...
2024 Biggest Fun Ever
Join us for West End House's 10th Annual Biggest Fun Ever Event!On Friday, August 16th, the West End House community will celebrate our 10th annual Biggest Fun Ever at the club (105 Allston St., Allston) from 5:30pm to 9:00pm, in memory of Dawnn Jaffier. This event is...
2024 Back to School Drive
You can help West End House youth celebrate the start of the new school year with a gift of educational supplies. Our goal is to provide 300 young people with backpacks filled with school supplies.
We Are Hiring!
Join one of the most dynamic youth development organizations in Greater Boston. We are seeking individuals who believe deeply in the potential of young people and the power of our mission. Learn about our employee benefits, competitive salaries, professional...
support our 2025 Boston Marathon Team
West End House is an official partner of the 129th Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America, and we have finalized our roster for the event. Congratulations to our 5 runners!
Alumni Spotlight Series – WALAE HAYEK
In July 2020 when West End House was exploring how to safely open their summer program for youth, they consulted with Boston public health officials and then turned to an alumna, Walae Hayek, to make it happen. Walae already had a history with West End House, arriving...
Boston Public School Partnership
Last summer, West End House was part of a citywide effort to support elementary students with summer learning opportunities designed to combat learning loss. Partnering with Boston After School & Beyond and Boston Public Schools (BPS), our Summer Learning Academy...