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SUMMARY:Grant Writing Boot Camp Series January 12th-June 1\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:From January 12\, 2026 through June 1\, 2026 (once per month) Donna Lubrano will be offering a series of Grant Research and Writing workshops designed for small to medium non-profits who are new to the grant world. \n  \n\n\n\nJanuary: Intro to Grants and Grant Writing January 12\, 2026\, 1.5 Hours \n This 1.5-hour workshop introduces participants to the essentials of grant writing\, from understanding what grants are to navigating the full process of research\, cultivation\, writing\, awards\, and reporting. We’ll explore the different types of funders—foundations\, corporations\, government\, and individuals—while also debunking common myths about grants. Participants will also assess their organization’s readiness to pursue funding and gain a clear roadmap for getting started. \n  \nWhat are grants and how do they work to help fund a non-profits work? \n  \nTypes of funders: foundations\, corporations\, government\, and individuals. \n  \nUnderstanding the grant process research\, cultivation\, writing\, awards\, and reporting. \n  \nCommon myths & realities of grant funding. \n  \nAssessing organizational readiness. \n \n\n\nFebruary: The Art of Grant Research February 2\, 2026- 1.5 Hours \n Searching for and finding grants can feel like a roller coaster ride-one minute you’re excited about the funding possibilities\, the next you’re facing confusion or complex guidelines and portals. Learn how to navigate successfully from creating key word searches to the various tools including grant stations\, fondant\, and Grantx.\n\n\nMarch:  Mastering the Art of the Letter of Interest  March 2\, 2026\, 1.5 Hours \n LOI’s (Letters of Interest) are introductory tools funders use to evaluate a non-profit’s alignment with the grant priorities. These are often 1–2-page summaries of the organization and their work  required before a full proposal is accepted. This workshop will guide grant writers through the essential components of an LOI\, offering practical tips to stand out while staying concise and on message. \n  \nPlease bring writing tools-pens or computers to practice writing your own!\n\n\nApril : Mastering the Art of the Narrative April 6\, 2026\, 1.5 Hours \n  \nThis 1.5-hour  workshop will delve into crafting compelling narratives for successful grant applications\, emphasizing clarity\, storytelling\, and impact. It will cover crafting 3 of the major grant sections within the character and word limits often found in grants today (2000-4000 characters) including: \n  \nStatement of Need – Demonstrating the problem\, its significance\, and why your organization is uniquely positioned to address it. \nGoals and Objectives – Defining measurable\, realistic goals and the specific objectives that will achieve them. \nProgram Description – Design/Methodology – Outlining the strategies\, activities\, and timeline for implementing the project. \n  \nPlease bring writing tools-pens or computers to practice writing your own! \n  \n \n\n\n May: Collecting Data to prove your program works! May 4\, 2026\,  1. 5 Hours \n  \nThis workshop is designed to help grant writers develop practical tools and skills for collecting your successes through hard and soft data collection. Learn about selecting the most important data points to impress funders\, collecting and reporting that within the grant. This includes understanding the difference between results and outcomes and ways to report them that give clarity to your work. \n \n\n\nJune: Cultivating Relationship with Funders June 1\, 2026\,  1.5 Hours \n  \nCultivating relationships with funders is key to building trust and long-term support for your organization. It involves consistent communication\, understanding their priorities\, and showing the impact of your work. Attending technical workshops and office hours\, direct email communication are essential.\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://bnid.org/event/grant-writing-boot-camp-series-january-12th-june-1-2026/
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Panel
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SUMMARY:Chat & Chowder: Basketball Empire
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Chat & Chowder with Dr. Lindsay Krasnoff and her new book “Basketball Empire: France and the Making of a Global NBA and WNBA.” \n\n\n\n\nChat & Chowder programs are an excellent opportunity to engage with expert speakers and to network with other globally-oriented participants in an informal environment. Each event features a presentation\, audience Q&A\, dedicated time for networking\, and (of course!) a selection of chowders and beverages. \nThanks to the generous support of The Lowell Institute\, Chat & Chowder is free of charge for all participants. We sincerely appreciate The Lowell Institute’s commitment to our mission. \nPlease consider helping sustain this work by making a contribution here. \nThis program will be streamed to Zoom from 6:15 to 7:15. To attend the program virtually\, please register for the Zoom webinar here. \nAdvance registration is required. We cannot accommodate walk-ins for the in-person program. \nDisclaimer: WorldBoston is a nonprofit\, nonpartisan\, non-advocacy\, educational organization dedicated to fostering civil discourse on international affairs. Our speakers’ opinions are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of WorldBoston\, our affiliates\, or our community.
URL:https://bnid.org/event/chat-chowder-basketball-empire/
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Panel
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260603T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260603T210000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180237
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SUMMARY:Better Together: NEID Global UnGala
DESCRIPTION:2026 NEID Global UnGala\nhttps://www.neidonors.org/neid-global-2026-un-gala-sponsor \nOur theme this year is “Better Together” and the three Un-Gala events seek to celebrate and strengthen global partnerships within NEID Global and by extension around the world.​ Our theme this year is “Better Together\,” because we recognize the importance of community and connection during this precarious historic moment. We are also eager to celebrate and strengthen global philanthropy and demonstrate the value of the NEID community. \nJoin us for a free-flowing dinner for 150+ donors\, funders\, advisors and friends in Boston on June 3 at the Vermillion Club in the Financial District. Rather than a formal program\, the event will encourage guests to engage in interactive activities and conversation to build community.
URL:https://bnid.org/event/better-together-neid-global-ungala/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260612T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260612T160000
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SUMMARY:BNID Monthly Coffee Hour – June
DESCRIPTION:Date/Time: Friday\, June 12\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 PM \nLocation: The Foundry\, 101 Rogers St\, Cambridge\, MA \nIt is time for the next edition of BNID’s Coffee Hour\, a meetup series for BNID members and others in Boston’s international development community. These gatherings are designed to create a relaxed\, welcomingspace for deep connection\, mutual support\, and meaningful conversations across our international development community. \nTheme: How International Collaboration Advances Science \nHost: Adriana Ramirez\, Manager for External Relations and Communications at MIT’s Office of the Vice Provost for International Activities& BNID Board member \nCome for the coffee\, stay for the connection. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://bnid.org/event/bnid-monthly-coffee-hour-june/
CATEGORIES:Networking/Social
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SUMMARY:Hands-On STEAM Experiences for SEGA Girls!
DESCRIPTION:Spark Innovation Through STEAM!\nHelp SEGA Girls’ School students explore Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Arts\, and Math through hands-on\, project-based learning!\nWe are recruiting 15 volunteers to join our STEAM Adventures at SEGA program in 2026! This is your chance to support students as they gain practical experience in science\, technology\, engineering\, arts\, and math while being part of an exciting\, transformative program at the SEGA Girls’ School. If you are adaptable\, curious\, and ready to embrace a fun\, hands-on teaching experience\, we want you on our team! \nVolunteers will work with students ages 14 and older\, guiding them through STEAM projects that build creativity\, problem-solving\, teamwork\, and critical thinking skills. SEGA students are bright\, motivated\, and eager to learn\, but often have limited exposure to hands-on STEAM experiences. You will guide them to design\, experiment\, and present their own projects\, encouraging innovation\, confidence\, and curiosity along the way. \nVolunteers should have a love for STEM\, the arts\, teaching\, or project-based learning! You will work in a small\, supportive team of volunteers\, rotating through student groups\, and collaborating closely with SEGA staff and program leaders to deliver a pre-designed curriculum. \nBeyond the classroom\, the program offers opportunities to immerse yourself in Tanzanian culture\, participate in school events\, and explore the local area\, including the chance to experience Africa’s world-renowned wildlife on a 2-day safari! \nWhat’s provided:\n\n\nArranged accommodations at SEGA Visitor House and hotels in Dar es Salaam \n\n\nArranged ground transportation including airport transfers \n\n\n3 meals a day \n\n\n2-day safari at Mikumi National Park \n\n\nProgram materials\, including LEGO® robotics kits \n\n\nSupport with training\, planning\, and teaching \n\n\nAn unforgettable experience with eager-to-learn students and fellow volunteers! \n\n\nWhat you’ll need to cover:\n\n\nFlights to Tanzania \n\n\nTanzanian Tourist Visa (US $100) \n\n\nPersonal medical and insurance costs
URL:https://bnid.org/event/hands-on-steam-experiences-for-sega-girls/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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SUMMARY:ADEA Community Summer Picnic
DESCRIPTION:African Diaspora Engaging Africa\, or ADEA\, invites you to join the ADEA Community Summer Picnic\, a family-friendly gathering of African diaspora leaders\, friends\, and partners advancing community-led impact projects across Africa. \nTheme: Building Africa’s Future Together: Diaspora-Led Impact\nWhen: Saturday\, June 20 | 1:00–4:00 PM\nWhere: Chelmsford\, MA \nIn these challenging times\, this is a simple opportunity to be part of a community of good\, impactful work to reconnect\, be encouraged\, and meet people building practical solutions in Africa. You’ll have the chance to meet Africa-based project leaders in-person\, hear what’s working on the ground\, and explore meaningful ways to get involved. We’ll also have project posters sharing impact updates and current needs\, plus time for networking and partnership conversations. \nRSVP by May 30 to help us plan food and seating: click HERE to register. Please share this opportunity with your network.
URL:https://bnid.org/event/adea-community-summer-picnic/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Networking/Social
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
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SUMMARY:Introducing SEGA Robo-Explorers!
DESCRIPTION:Empower Girls Through STEM and Robotics\nHelp SEGA Girls’ School students explore robotics\, coding\, and problem-solving through hands-on learning!\nWe are recruiting 5+ volunteers to join our SEGA Robo-Explorers Program inaugural launch in 2026! This is your chance to support SEGA Students as they gain hands-on experience in robotics\, coding\, and STEM problem-solving\, while being part of an exciting new chapter at SEGA Girls’ School. If you are adaptable\, curious\, and ready to embrace a fun\, hands-on teaching experience\, we want you on our team! \nVolunteers will work with students ages 14 and older\, guiding them through robotics projects that build engineering\, coding\, and teamwork skills. SEGA students are bright\, motivated\, and eager to learn\, but often have limited exposure to hands-on robotics experiences. You will guide them to design\, build\, and program their own robotics projects\, encouraging creativity\, problem-solving\, and confidence along the way. \nVolunteers should have experience in robotics or coding. You will work in a small\, supportive team of volunteers\, rotating through student groups\, and collaborating closely with SEGA staff and program leaders. \nBeyond the classroom\, the program offers opportunities to immerse yourself in Tanzanian culture\, participate in school events\, and explore the local area\, including the chance to see some of Africa’s world-renowned wildlife on a 2-day safari! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat’s provided:\n\n\nArranged accommodations at SEGA Visitor House and hotels in Dar es Salaam \n\n\nArranged ground transportation including airport transfers \n\n\n3 meals a day \n\n\n2-day safari at Mikumi National Park \n\n\nProgram materials\, including LEGO® robotics kits \n\n\nSupport with training\, planning\, and teaching \n\n\nAn unforgettable experience with eager-to-learn students and fellow volunteers! \n\n\nWhat you’ll need to cover:\n\n\nFlights to Tanzania \n\n\nTanzanian Tourist Visa (US$100) \n\n\nPersonal medical and insurance costs
URL:https://bnid.org/event/introducing-sega-robo-explorers/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260916T170000
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SUMMARY:Focusing Global Philanthropy on Human Rights and Media
DESCRIPTION:Focusing Global Philanthropy on Human Rights\n\n\n\n\n​The human rights movement is at a pivotal moment. Defending human rights demands a renewed political vision—one that is able to manage the new challenges created by AI and disinformation\, that resonates with a wider range of people\, and that rebuilds trust in rights and the institutions that uphold them. \nWith this LINKAGES program\, NEID Global intends to help donors better understand the challenges facing human rights norms and institutions\, and to create entry points for philanthropists seeking to get involved in shaping the future of human rights policy and action.
URL:https://bnid.org/event/focusing-global-philanthropy-on-human-rights-and-media/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260929T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260929T193000
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SUMMARY:Global Changemakers Salon 2026
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, September 29 | 5:30-7:30 PM | The Foundry\, Cambridge \nThis years’ topic to be announced soon. \nFull event page here \nBNID’s annual Global Changemakers Salon is back — an evening of conversation\, connection\, and community for Boston’s international development professionals\, researchers\, and students. \nEach year the Salon brings together practitioners and leaders from across Greater Boston to explore a timely theme in global development. \nWhether you’re a seasoned professional\, early in your career\, or a student finding your footing in the field — this is your space. \nAdmission includes light refreshments and drinks. \nEarly bird tickets available through June 1. \nPhotographs and videos may be taken at this event. By registering\, you grant BNID permission to use such media on social media and in marketing materials.
URL:https://bnid.org/event/global-changemakers-salon-2026/
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Panel,Networking/Social
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SUMMARY:Teach English at SEGA Girls' School!
DESCRIPTION:Make a Difference: Teach English and Explore Tanzania\nHelp SEGA Girls’ School students gain confidence and fluency in English through fun\, interactive learning!\nWe are recruiting 20+ volunteers to join our English Fluency Program in 2026! This is your chance to support SEGA students as they gain confidence and fluency in English\, all while being part of an exciting and immersive experience at SEGA Girls’ School. If you are adaptable\, curious\, and ready to embrace a fun\, hands-on teaching adventure\, we want you on our team! \nVolunteers will work with Pre-Form 1 students\, guiding them through interactive lessons\, games\, arts and crafts\, reading sessions\, and fun activities that make learning English engaging and enjoyable. Students arrive at SEGA with limited exposure to English\, and your guidance will help them build communication skills\, confidence\, and a love for learning. \nNo prior teaching experience is required—full training and a detailed curriculum are provided. You’ll work alongside a supportive team of volunteers and SEGA staff\, making a meaningful impact every day. Beyond the classroom\, enjoy cultural exchange\, school events\, excursions around Morogoro\, and even a weekend safari\, all while connecting with students and exploring the rich culture and natural beauty of Tanzania. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat’s provided:\n\n\nArranged accommodations at SEGA Visitor House and hotels in Dar es Salaam \n\n\nArranged ground transportation\, including airport transfers \n\n\n3 meals a day \n\n\n2-day safari at Mikumi National Park \n\n\nProgram materials and curriculum \n\n\nSupport with training\, planning\, and teaching \n\n\nAn unforgettable experience with eager-to-learn students and fellow volunteers! \n\n\nWhat you’ll need to cover:\n\n\nFlights to Tanzania \n\n\nTanzanian Tourist Visa (US$100) \n\n\nPersonal medical and insurance costs
URL:https://bnid.org/event/teach-english-at-sega-girls-school/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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