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From the inspiring work of our grantees to important updates from the Foundation, this page highlights the people, partnerships, and ideas driving impact in our communities.
We’re proud to share stories of progress, innovation, and collaboration — and to celebrate the leaders and moments that shape our mission.
February 2026THE LYNCH FOUNDATION
We’re thrilled to share that Peter Lynch, our co-founder and president, has been named one of Forbes’ Top 250 Innovators—a recognition that celebrates those who embody the creative spirit driving America forward. As Forbes noted in launching its yearlong series honoring America’s 250th birthday, “innovation is the grease in the economic engine, the sparkle that keeps culture fresh, and the key ingredient in nearly every billion-dollar fortune”. This honor reflects these innovators’ visionary leadership and their success in turning bold ideas into real-world impact. Congratulations, Peter, on a well-deserved recognition!
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February 2026CHILDREN’S SERVICES OF ROXBURY, INC.
Congratulations to Sandra M. McCroom, President & CEO of Children's Services of Roxbury, Inc. for receiving the 2026 Achievement in Management - Non Profit award at this year’s Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Pinnacle Awards. The Lynch Foundation remains a proud partner of Sandra and Children's Services of Roxbury, Inc. work to support children, young adults, and families across our state. Congratulations, Sandra, for this deeply deserving award!
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“Sandra is a visionary leader and passionate advocate for equity, justice, and community empowerment. Since becoming President & CEO of Children’s Services of Roxbury (CSR) in 2015, she has driven transformative growth and impact across the organization. Under her leadership, CSR has achieved double-digit growth, expanded its reach, and strengthened its infrastructure…[Sandra’s] vision centers on celebrating the strength and resilience of the families CSR serves, while addressing the root causes of inequity through community-based solutions.” - Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce
February 2026CATHOLIC SCHOOLS SUPPORT NETWORK
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Catholic Schools Support Network’s (CSSN)quarterly Winter Summit hosted at Emmanuel College (Boston). Over 85+ people representing 29 Catholic schools in Greater Boston, two Catholic School Offices across Massachusetts, and various other ecosystem partners came together to attend sessions on topics including AI in education led by Jeff Riley Executive Director Day of AI; “Creating Systems to Support All Students” led by partners at Inclusion Solutions; “Educator Pipeline Strategies for Recruitment” led by Brandon Jacobs at Carney Sandoe; and several others.
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The CSSN is a program of The Lynch Foundation supporting 38 member Catholic elementary, middle, and secondary schools in the Archdiocese of Boston. Schools span 22 cities across Greater Boston serving 13,000+ students from preschool to senior year. 350+ leaders and educators participate annually in over 60 different CSSN programs including quarterly summits.
January 2026THE LYNCH FOUNDATION CELEBRATES
Congratulations to Franklin Cummings Tech and the transition to their new campus at 1011 Harrison Ave in Roxbury. This is an incredible phase of your journey and The Lynch Foundation is honored to partner alongside you!
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Their Vision: "To achieve economic and social impact through dynamic and entrepreneurial curricula that develop diverse tech talent for our region and to help graduates thrive by building generational wealth."
December 2025INNER CITY WEIGHTLIFTING
InnerCity Weightlifting (ICW) marks its 15th anniversary, celebrating a decade and a half of transformative work in Boston and Chicago. This milestone also recognizes ICW’s successful completion of The Lynch Foundation’s five-year, $250K challenge grant, made possible by a dedicated community of donors and partners.
“These achievements highlight ICW’s mission to amplify the voice and agency of people most impacted by systemic racism and mass incarceration,” says ICW. “It’s not your typical gym. It’s a culture and community where power dynamics are flipped, social capital is bridged, and new leaders emerge to combat long-standing inequities.”
December 2025St. Marys Center for Women
St. Mary’s Center for Women and Children marked an important milestone with the announcement of a comprehensive 2.4-acre redesign of its historic Dorchester campus. The project reflects a bold vision to double the number of women and children served and to expand the organization’s proven model for ending family homelessness.
The redevelopment includes the construction of 71 affordable Family Supportive Housing units, a state-of-the-art Supportive Services Center, extensive renovations of residential and program spaces, and a reimagined outdoor campus designed to be safe, welcoming, and accessible for families. We are proud to support St. Mary’s Center for Women and Children as they enter this next chapter of impact and growth.
November 2025The Annual Catholic School Working Group
The Lynch Foundation hosted over 40 Catholic school philanthropists and leaders from across the country last week to discuss how we can further our impact in Catholic education. Panel discussions were led by experts in
(1) school leadership from Lynch Leadership Academy and Institute for Leadership and Entrepreneurship in Education (ILEE);
(2) school choice from The Children's Scholarship Fund and ExcelinEd;
(3) school ecosystems enablers from Seton Education Partners, The Drexel Fund, and Building Hope; and
(4) AI in education at the MIT Media Lab and Day of AI.
Robust conversations and tours were facilitated by leaders and their teams at two of Boston's many Catholic Schools - Mission Grammar School and Cathedral High School. We're thrilled to be in partnership with local and national entities in service of our city's students and families.
November 2025THE LYNCH FOUNDATION
Our Executive Director, Katie Everett, participated in a timely panel discussion on the future of affordable housing in Massachusetts, hosted by Citizens’ Housing and Planning Association (CHAPA) alongside fellow industry leaders.
The panel examined how smart rezoning, infill development, and strategic land reuse can significantly expand housing capacity across the Commonwealth. From transforming vacant parcels to repurposing state-owned land for residential use, panelists explored the policies and tools needed to unlock new housing opportunities and strengthen communities statewide.
Photo courtesy of CHAPA
November 2025YES IN GOD’S BACKYARD (YIGBY)
Faith-based organizations control nearly 4,860 developable parcels across Massachusetts, totaling more than 20,000 acres, making them uniquely valuable for housing development. Many are near transit, have utility access, and sit in walkable areas, with an average size of four acres—large enough for substantial projects.
“We do not have another option here in Massachusetts,” said Katie Everett, Executive Director of the Lynch Foundation. “We are not getting any bigger. In fact, we’re probably getting smaller due to environmental challenges… This is it.”
Under current guidelines, developments of 30–50 units per acre must include 20–25% of units as affordable, depending on size and income level, creating a major opportunity to expand affordable housing on these parcels.
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