At a free matinee, elementary school students clapped, sang and shouted along to the live performance. Executive Director Karin Sharav Zalkind joined GBH's All Things Considered to share more about the joyful event.

A two-time mentor and program leader at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts shares with GBH's All Things Considered how the impact of youth mentoring often runs both ways.

Jim Hennigan has built a network of Salvation Army bell ringers, raising more than $800,000 for those in need. Now, he's being honored with a top award.

The Boston-based magician performed her street show in Italy for the International Federation of Magic Societies.

17-year-old Sami Juma created an online tool to help families locate local food assistance. Even with the shutdown ending, he says the need isn't going away.

“The youth in our pilot were really looking for ... in-person authentic connections. They were really looking for programs that blended real-world learning with community impact,” said CEO Julie Lammers.

The nonprofit supports farmers and makes fresh produce accesible to families across 27 communities.

With fewer than 7,000 cheetahs left in the wild, Dr. Laurie Marker has spent decades building programs around the world to protect them while supporting the communities around them.

Team IMPACT is marking its 4,000th match in a program that helps kids find belonging and student-athletes find a life-changing perspective.

Brookline for Racial Justice and Equity hopes the stories will inspire empathy and reconnect people with the joy of reading.