BE A DISRUPTOR
WHO
The Boston Education Fund (BEDF) is a 501(c)3 K-12 education fund that has served as the fiscal sponsor for Boston Public Schools (BPS) since 1984. With new leadership at the helm, our mission has evolved to include a strategic fundraising partnership with BPS, with a focus on promoting educational equity across the district.
We believe that the foundation of resource allocation and support should rest on active engagement and proactive collaboration with the community, with a focus on groups that have historically faced marginalization, exclusion, and underrepresentation.
Our aim is clear: to guarantee fair distribution of resources and comprehensive support for every BPS student.
Welcome, to EdQuity Boston.
WHAT AND WHY
EdQuity Boston serves as a dynamic fundraising movement. It’s crafted to strengthen educational equity by amplifying community voices and redefining how resources are allocated within BPS. EdQuity Boston’s goal is to reimagine the relationships between all BPS decision makers, shift toward a more equitable resource allocation process, centered around BPS students, and promote a reflective and inclusive educational ecosystem in Boston.
Recognizing that traditional philanthropy and fundraising support strategies often mirrors the priorities of its benefactors, we are charting a different course. We are
committed to a philanthropic approach that not only acknowledges but actively
incorporates the perspectives of those directly impacted by our work, ensuring a truly equitable and inclusive model of support.
Through EdQuity Boston, we can innovatively disrupt the relationships between those who hold the power and those impacted.
HOW
We understand that for meaningful transformation to occur within Boston Public Schools,
systemic change is essential. EdQuity Boston is set to disrupt the current paradigm by
amplifying community voices, thereby enabling them to wield their influence to drive change.
Through engaging events, experiences, and workshops, our campaign will not only allow the community to generate funds for BPS, but it also introduces an annual portal where
community members can actively decide on the allocation of the funds raised.
Participatory Funding Approach
80% of the proceeds raised through
EdQuity Boston will be allocated based on community-led decision-making
processes.
*40% Community Informed Giving
*40% Board Advised Giving
Organizational Support
20% of the proceeds raised through EdQuity Boston will sustain BEDF’s operational framework and the EdQuity portal.
Join the Movement: Support EdQuity Boston Today
Our Million Dollar Dream includes a bold initiative to raise $10 million to transform the future of education in Boston Public Schools. Unlike traditional funding models, EdQuity Boston empowers YOU – our community – to have a direct say in how resources are distributed through a participatory budgeting process.
Your Voice,
Your Vote,
Your Impact.
By joining the “Voices of EdQuity” Campaign, you’re not just donating; you’re participating in a democratic process that decides where and how funds are used to make the most significant impact. Whether it’s enhancing STEM programs, supporting arts education, or providing essential resources for underserved students, your contribution will help shape the future of our schools.
WHEN AND WHERE
Join us on Wednesday, May 8th, 2024, from 7:30 to 9:30 AM at Hibernian Hall in Nubian Square, where the spirit of community and creativity converge in the heart of Boston’s Roxbury neighborhood. This iconic venue, situated at the crossroads of Dudley Street and Washington Street, is a beacon of cultural vibrancy and social activism.
The Voices of EdQuity Breakfast Fundraiser will be filled with inspiring conversations and networking opportunities. This in-person event is a great chance to connect with Boston’s educational community who are passionate about educational equity.
Designed to be more than just an event, Voices of EdQuity Breakfast catalyzes collective imagination, a gathering that invites you to envision and contribute to a future where every student has access to the opportunities they rightfully deserve.
Attending our in-person event provides a valuable opportunity to connect with Boston’s educational community, honor our 2024 EdQuity Trailblazer, and advance educational equity in Boston.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Become a part of the EdQuity Boston movement and demonstrate your commitment to educational equity by sponsoring our event or committing to a year-long sponsorship of the campaign as a founding supporter and amplifying your influence. Your contribution directly supports our ambitious goal of raising $10 million by School Year 2030.
Should you wish to elevate your sponsorship experience with tailored benefits,
including exclusive category rights or special event sponsorships, please email
admin@bedf.org for further customization options.
LEGACY
4 tables in VIP section
CHAMPION | $25,000
3 tables in VIP section
PIONEER | $10,000
2 tables in VIP section
ADVOCATE | $5,000
1 tables in VIP section
ALLY | $2500
FRIEND | $1500
