The Capital Campaign

In September 2023, Harvard Street launched Strengthening Community. Transforming Live: the campaign for a Health Hub forBoston’s Underserved Communities.

Our donors

To date, $3M has been pledged or raised from individuals and foundations. Major donors ($10k+) include:

  • Bancel Philanthropies $1,500,000
  • The Ruby W. and LaVon P. Linn Foundation $350,000
  • Rosalyn & Richard Slifka, in memory of Abraham Slifka $250,000
  • Daphne Hatsopoulos $100,000
  • Lagan Family Fund $100,000
  • Kent Lucken $50,000
  • Cabot Family Charitable Trust $50,000
  • Commodore Builders Charitable Foundation $45,000
  • Ting Wu and George Church $15,500
  • The Hamilton Company Charitable Foundation $10,000
  • Alice Willard Dorr Foundation $10,000

We are thankful to all our generous donors for advancing this vital community project.

Ways to Help

Make a Gift

If you would like to make a contribution, click here donate now  or contact Irene Hammer, director of development, at irene.hammer@harvardstreet.org, 617-875-0002

Capital campaigns require more than financial contributions. You can support these campaigns in various non-monetary ways, including:

  • Event Planning: Assist with planning and executing fundraising or awareness events.
  • Grant Writing: Help identify and apply for grants to support the campaign.
  • Marketing and Promotion: Create or share materials to spread awareness through social media, newsletters, or local media.
  • Legal or Financial Advice: Attorneys and financial advisors can offer pro bono guidance, support, and connections to clients interested in supporting our community
  • Public Relations: Help craft compelling messaging to reach target audiences.
  • Make Introductions: Connect us with potential donors, corporate sponsors, or influential community members.
  • Corporate Advocacy: Encourage your employer to support the campaign through sponsorships or matching gifts.
  • House Parties or Tours: Host events in your home to educate potential donors about the campaign’s mission and goals.
  • Campaign Kickoff or Milestone Events: Assist with executing events to celebrate campaign progress.
  • Donate goods or services that reduce campaign costs, such as printing materials, technology, or supplies needed for the campaign.
  • Word of Mouth: Share the campaign’s mission with friends, family, and colleagues.
  • Community Engagement: Organize grassroots initiatives to rally local support.
  • Host smaller fundraisers to support the campaign, such as auctions, walks, or benefit dinners.
  • If you can’t donate personally, advocate for others who can and help multiply their impact through corporate matching or pooling resources.
  • Data and Analysis: Assess donor patterns or campaign metrics to optimize fundraising efforts.
  • Content Creation: Write stories or create videos that illustrate the impact of the campaign.
Harvard Street relies on diverse contributions, and these non-monetary methods are valuable in achieving campaign success. To get involved, contact Irene Hammer, director of development, at irene.hammer@harvardstreet.org, 617-875-0002.

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