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Dear Partners, Grantees, and Supporters, Recently, I have been thinking about the role of SVP Boston in the nonprofit sector and the importance of capacity building.As someone who has firsthand experience managing the day-to-day realities of an under-resourced nonprofit, I know that the need to put out the fire in front of you can make it hard to find time for the long-term strategic planning that is critical to an organization's long-term health. Nonprofits are always being

Dear Partners, Grantees, and Supporters, I am energized about what SVP Boston and our nonprofit partners can accomplish together in 2026. We bring experienced professionals together to help local nonprofits thrive, and we give our partners insight into the sector’s challenges and impact so they can practice informed philanthropy. Recognizing the importance of cultivating future volunteers and donors, I am thrilled to announce the launch of our NextGen Philanthropists program.

Dear Partners, Grantees, and Supporters, As we approach the year’s end, I am reflecting with gratitude on the role you have played in making this an exciting year of growth for Social Venture Partners Boston, and I am optimistic about where SVP Boston stands today—and what we can accomplish together in 2026. Below are just a few highlights of 2025 that demonstrate how far our commitment to social equity and economic mobility are taking us: High Impact Nonprofit Partner Suppor

Dear Partners, Grantees, and Supporters, As Thanksgiving approaches, I am thinking about how grateful I am for the board members, partners, non-profit partners, and community members who have embraced the many new initiatives and ideas that we have launched in the past year, and are planning for next year. It has been a time of growth and change, and I feel the tremendous support and passion for our work together. If you are as excited as I am about the potential impact of SV

Dear Partners, Grantees, and Supporters, On September 9, Boston’s Annual Partner Meeting convened at EY Boston. Twenty-two partners gathered in person to celebrate partnership and progress. We presented updates on our impact and initiatives, and had engaging and collaborative breakout discussions on how we can continue advancing our mission during turbulent times. We are continuing to build our programming, and I am excited about the Lunch & Learn lineup over the next several

Dear Partners, Grantees, and Supporters, As the season changes and the air feels lighter and fresher, I'm feeling a sense of momentum building here at SVP Boston. We are welcoming four new partners and a new board member, launching our next grant round, hosting events, and building new ways to connect and support each other and our community. I appreciate your hard work and your feedback. Please feel free to reach out. I am always available for a chat by phone, video, or ov

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 20, 2025 SVP Boston Opens 2026 Consulting Grant Round: Seeking Nonprofits Ready to Scale Impact in Greater...

Karin Cassel Mitterando has been named as Chief Executive Officer of SVP.

October 31, 2024 Today marks a bittersweet transition as I share my final message with you as President & CEO of Social Venture Partners...