Our Passions
Urban Planning
Urban planning is the process of designing and managing the physical and social development of cities and towns, with the goal of making them functional, attractive, and sustainable. It involves a wide range of activities, including land use planning, transportation planning, economic development, environmental management, and community engagement, among others. The goal of urban planning is to create livable and well-designed urban areas that meet the needs of residents and support the overall health and prosperity of the community.
Education
Education refers to the process of acquiring knowledge, skills, values, beliefs, and habits through various forms of learning. It can take place in formal or informal settings and can encompass a wide range of subjects, from academic disciplines such as math, science, and history to practical skills like cooking and woodworking. Education is typically facilitated by trained teachers or instructors and can occur at various stages of life, from early childhood to adulthood. The ultimate goal of education is to help individuals develop the ability to think critically, solve problems, and make informed decisions, thereby enabling them to lead fulfilling and productive lives.
Food Security
Food security refers to the availability, accessibility, and adequacy of food to meet the dietary needs and food preferences of individuals and communities, as well as their ability to acquire food in a sustainable manner. It encompasses several interrelated aspects, including food production, distribution, and consumption. Food security exists when all people at all times have access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food to meet their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life. The lack of food security can result in malnutrition, hunger, and other related health problems. Ensuring food security is a global challenge, and requires a combination of actions at local, national, and international levels to improve food systems and increase access to food for all.
Social Equality
Social equality refers to a state in which all individuals have equal rights, opportunities, and treatment in society, regardless of factors such as race, gender, religion, or socio-economic status. Social equality means that everyone has the same chances to succeed, access resources, and participate in social and cultural activities. This includes equal access to education, employment, housing, health care, and other important aspects of life. Social equality is a key aspect of social justice and is considered essential for building a fair and harmonious society. However, achieving social equality is often a challenge, as it requires addressing systemic barriers and inequalities that have been perpetuated over time.
Safety
Safe communities are places where people feel secure, protected, and able to live their lives without fear of violence, crime, or other threats. They are environmentally sustainable and free from harmful pollutants and other environmental hazards that can harm human health. A safe community is one where everyone is treated with respect and dignity, and where people have access to the resources and services they need to live healthy and fulfilling lives.
Join Us
Some of our initiatives, partnerships, and organizations we support:
Spread the Sound (STSound360) - harnessing the benefits of music education to improve educational outcomes
Lunch Line (LunchLine.Org) - paying off student lunch debt in public schools to reduce childhood hunger
Test Ready - providing academic books, games, and standardized test prep materials to underserved communities
We Are One - promoting equality and dignity, benefiting The Matthew Shepard Foundation and The Trevor Project
Feeding America - combatting food insecurity, matching supply and demand, keeping food waste from landfills
March for our Lives - promoting civil engagement, education, and action to curb gun violence
Toys for Tots - raising funds and collecting unwrapped toys to provide holiday gifts for children in need
Transit Matters - advocating for safe, sustainable, and equitable transportation systems in Boston, MA
Transit Alliance - working towards walkable streets, bikeable neighbors, and better public transit in Miami, FL
Safe Streets - creating safe, sustainable, and just transportation systems in New Haven, CT
The Cool City Project - accelerating decarbonization in the world’s cities to become carbon neutral by 2030
We welcome you to join us in these endeavors and/or create other ways to build stronger communities!
