our impact

where we began

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After decades of work to pass the Fair Share and Safer Roads campaigns, community leaders debriefed to unpack the legislative roadblocks. We recognized the need for dedicated space and power to build the Commonwealth’s long-term vision for equity. The Collective was born in 2021 from these conversations, with the  understanding that revenue is how we address these systemic inequities. In 2023, we received a  three-year, $1M investment to launch this work, and we’re proud of what we’ve achieved to date.

Where we’ve been

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Regranted nearly $470,000 to 32 hyper-local community organizations across Massachusetts, prioritizing those led by BIPOC leaders, staff, and members deeply rooted in the communities they serve.

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Expanded capacity and resources for 182 community leaders, empowering them to drive change within the Collective’s statewide network.

Hosted the School of Liberation training, uniting over 50 community organizers and activists to address historical trauma and systemic barriers facing BIPOC-led organizations. Participants represented base-building organizations from Boston, Lynn, Lawrence, Lowell, New Bedford, Fall River, Brockton, and Worcester.

Our journey
the DOE Timeline

at the heart of the delivering on equity collective

Our annual convening brings together organizers, leaders, and community members to reflect, strategize, and build power for the road ahead. From policy discussions to collective healing and celebration, we set the stage for bold action in 2025 and beyond. Watch the recap to revisit the energy and vision that will drive our movement forward.