Office of Strategic Partnerships
We help build partnerships between the City and outside groups.
We work with philanthropic groups, nonprofits, and other partners. Our office creates and puts in place strategies around how the City uses external resources. We also provide leadership and best practices with:
- philanthropic funding
- competitive public funding, and
- other innovative partnership strategies.
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Have questions? Contact us:
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1 City Hall Square, 5th Floor
Boston, MA 02201 -
Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Funding opportunities
We encourage nonprofit, youth-serving groups to apply.
The council currently provides three arts-related grants
For new college students and those pursuing continuing education.
Funds support preservation, affordable housing, and open space.
The fund supports programs that advance digital equity in Boston.
Find both City of Boston and external funding resources for students.
Support for Boston-based nonprofits helping immigrant families.
A list of resources below for nonprofits and other groups.
Have a beautification idea that fits the goal of Love Your Block?
You can find many funding opportunities through the office.
Learn more about funding that supports City youth and young adults.
Partnership highlights
2018 Mayors Challenge Champion City Award Winner
Department lead: Public Works
Boston was one of 35 Champion Cities finalists in the 2018 U.S. Mayors Challenge.
Safe System Innovation Grants Winner
Department leads: Transportation, New Urban Mechanics
The Boston's Safest Driver campaign was awarded for its innovative approach to roadway safety.
2018 Childhood Obesity Prevention Awards
Department leads: Food Access, Boston Public Schools
Boston was awarded first place in the large cities category for its BOSFoodLove program.
Greater Boston Immigrant Legal Defense Fund
Department lead: Immigrant Advancement
Funding for the two-year pilot program was provided through the support of local foundations and corporate partners.
My Way Cafe
Department Leads: Boston Public Schools, Public Facilities Department
The program increases the number of students who can eat fresh, healthy meals cooked on-site.
GRAD Last Mile Fund Pilot
Department Leads: Office of Strategic Partnerships, Treasury
The GRAD Fund supports Boston students in completing their degrees.
Boston Saves
Department Leads: BPS, Office of Workforce Development
Boston Saves empowers families to save and plan for their children’s futures.
PILOT program
We work with the Assessing Department on the Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) program. Our focus is on the community benefits reporting.
More resources
More resourcesStatewide association supports and advances effective and responsible philanthropy.
The center provides technical help and training in proposal writing and strategic fundraising.
Search online directories and guidelines for organizations seeking funding.
Meet the director
Meet the director
Who's Involved:
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Have questions? Contact us:
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1 City Hall Square, 5th Floor
Boston, MA 02201 -
Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
