BB News
Read the latest on all the wonderful things Beverly Bootstraps is doing to support the members of our local communities.
Free Summer Meals for Kids and Teens
Thanks to the Massachusetts Department of Education, local schools and community organizations, Summer Eats offers free meals statewide to all children and teens, with no ID or registration required. Summer Eats livens up every kid’s summer by filling their bellies and filling their days with activities that get them out, up, and moving.
A 2½-Mile Walk Toward Opportunity
For five months, Sawyer made the same 2½-mile journey to tutoring sessions, rain or shine, determined to earn his High School Equivalency Diploma. Alongside his tutor, Lizzy, he built more than academic skills—he built confidence, perseverance, and a path forward. Read how their partnership led to graduation and why donor support makes stories like Sawyer’s possible.
A Small Gift Can Change a Student’s Future
Later this month, we will celebrate an incredible milestone at Beverly Bootstraps: our High School Equivalency graduates, who worked hard to earn their diplomas and build brighter futures for themselves and their families. Behind every graduate is a story of...
More Than A Thrift Shop
On display in April at the Beverly Bootstraps Thrift Shop was the 4th annual art expo, The Frame at 198: Green. Talented local artists showcased a variety of mediums, creating a vibrant celebration of creativity and connection. Interpretations of the theme "Green"...
Ride & Stride for Food 2026
The Ride & Stride for Food, presented by Three Squares New England, is a community-powered movement uniting people across New England around one shared goal: ensuring everyone has reliable access to food. Right now, more than 2,300 individuals rely on our Food...
Best Chef 2026 Recap
Beverly Bootstraps’ Best Chef 2026 brought together local chefs, restaurants, and supporters for an exciting evening of food, community, and giving back.


