April 2026
Upcoming TPC Events
Virtual TPC Philanthropy Dialogue: Food Insecurity in Eastern MA
Thursday February 26th | 6:30 – 7:30 PM | Zoom
Featuring:
- Candace Burton, Program Officer, The Boston Foundation
- Usha Thakrar, Executive Director, Boston Area Gleaners (past TPC grantee)
- Lisa Smith, Executive Director, Neighbors In Need (past TPC grantee)
Join us Thursday, Feb 26, 2026, 6:30 – 7:30 PM for a timely virtual conversation on food insecurity in Eastern Massachusetts. Candace Burton, Program Officer for Safety Net Grants from The Boston Foundation will provide a regional overview and data insights, while Executive Directors from past TPC grantees, Boston Area Gleaners and Neighbors In Need, will share frontline perspectives on addressing hunger in our communities.
Together, this speaker line-up offers a compelling look at the dogged issue of food insecurity in Eastern Mass. Come with your questions. TPC friends and guests are welcome.
Volunteer with Young Man with a Plan
Wednesday May 6th | 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Young Man with a Plan -1178 River St, Hyde Park
Join us for an inspiring evening on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, as we partner with Young Man with a Plan to support their mission of empowering young men to build brotherhood, make academic and social-emotional gains, and access sustainable futures.
This event will bring TPC volunteers together with these young men who have been working hard to develop their personal elevator pitches. During the evening, you’ll help these young men hone their business skills by practicing introductions, presenting their pitches, and engaging in professional-level conversations
This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while fostering confidence and growth in the next generation of leaders. Space is limited, and we anticipate high interest—be sure to secure your spot early as participation is first-come, first-served.
Volunteer with Boston Food Forest Coalition
Saturday, May 16th | 10:00am – 1:00 PM
Uphams Corner Food Forest –11A Everett Avenue, Dorchester, MA 02125
Help maintain and enhance a thriving edible food forest in Dorchester! On Saturday, May 16th, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, TPC’s Young Philanthropists will host a volunteer workday in partnership with the Boston Food Forest Coalition at Uphams Corner Food Forest.
Volunteer spots are limited to just 20—don’t miss your chance to roll up your sleeves and learn from Boston Food Forest Coalition experts and dedicated stewards. It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with the community while supporting a thriving neighborhood space.
2026 Grant Awards Celebration
Tuesday June 9th | 6:00 – 9:00 PM
The Row Hotel at Assembly Row, 360 Foley Street, Somerville
Registration is now open for TPC’s most energizing night of the year, our Grant Awards Celebration.
Join us for an evening of connection, community, and impact as we announce this year’s grantees and hear directly from nonprofit leaders about the work they’re driving across Greater Boston. It’s a chance to come together, celebrate what we’ve made possible, and see the power of collective giving in action.
Members, this is the perfect moment to bring a guest. If you’ve been thinking about introducing someone to TPC, this is an easy and meaningful way to do it. Many of our members first experienced TPC at this event, and it continues to be one of the best ways to share what this community is all about.
Every new member strengthens our collective impact and expands what we can do together.
Reserve your spot and start thinking about who you’d like to bring.
From TPC Founder Marla Felcher: 1 Million Tables
TPC founder Marla Felcher is launching a new initiative called 1 Million Tables, inviting people across the world to gather for a simple but meaningful act during Earth Month this April: turn a shared meal into climate action.
The idea is to host one million plant-based meals that bring people together to reflect on our relationship with the planet and with each other. To date, nearly 20,000 people across all 7 continents will be participating.
If you’re interested in hosting or joining a table this April, you can learn more below.
Upcoming Grantee and Partner Events
Boston Citizenship Day 2026
Project Citizenship is hosting Boston Citizenship Day on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in partnership with the City of Boston’s Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Advancement. This annual event supports more than 300 immigrants on their journey to U.S. citizenship by providing free, high-quality legal assistance.
There are several ways to get involved:
- Help spread the word by sharing event information and connecting eligible participants
- Volunteer to support the event
- Make a donation to expand access to legal services for immigrants across New England
Learn more and get involved: projectcitizenship.org
JDI Spring Into Action
Jane Doe Inc. will host a celebratory reception on May 5, 2026, at the Artists for Humanity Epicenter in Boston to raise critical funds to support survivors and advocates, transform our communities, and realize a safer, healthier, freer world free from abuse and violence.
The evening will bring together community, connection, art, and advocacy, with TiElla Grimes, M.Ed., CPC, serving as emcee. Guests will also hear keynote remarks from JDI’s litigation partners at Democracy Forward, the Jacobson Lawyers Group, and the Lawyers Committee of Rhode Island.
Together In Hope: SCIJ’s Annual Gala
In a time when immigrant justice faces profound challenges, join the Student Clinic for Immigrant Justice (SCIJ) for an uplifting evening of connection, courage, and collective action of hope on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Spontaneous Celebrations (45 Danforth St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130) from 5:30-8:00 pm.
Hear powerful stories from students and community members impacted by their work, enjoy hope-centered activities and meaningful moments of solidarity, and celebrate resilience and stand hand in hand for a more just future for immigrants.
Be part of an evening where hope is not only shared but is felt, strengthened, and brought alive.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with Young Man With a Plan
On Tuesday, May 19th, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, Young Man with a Plan will host a Building Purchase Ribbon Cutting at 1178 River Street in Hyde Park — their new permanent home.
YMWAP invites their donors, partners, families, and friends to join them for refreshments, a tour of the space, remarks from community leaders, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony.