Boston Education Fund (BEDF)

Who's ready to Skate It Forward tonight?! 🎟️ To ensure your ticket supports the Boston Education Fund, purchase at bit.ly/skateitforward or mention "BEDF" at the door. See you soon! Event Details: Friday, October 11th, 2024 @amandasheaallday, @lisabellomusic, and @djedubble—bringing the energy and good vibes all night long. 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Live Entertainment at 8 PM Chez Vous Roller Skating Rink 11 Rhoades St, Dorchester Center, MA 02124 Tickets: $15 (includes skates) #SkateItForward #BEDF #CommunityPartners #BostonPublicSchools #SupportEducation #EdQuityBoston

Hyde Park legend, artist and educator, Lisa Bello takes the stage at our #SkateItForward event this Friday, October 11, at @chevousskating! With her soulful voice and powerful energy, Lisa is set to light up the rink. Whether you're skating or just vibing to her music, this community skate night is one you won’t want to miss. 🛼 Let’s roll for a great cause 🖤 Event Details: 📅 Friday, October 11, 2024 📍 Location: @chezvousskating Live Entertainment begins at 8 PM Tickets: $15 (includes skates) 11 Rhoades St, Dorchester Center, MA 02124 #SkateItForward #StartLocal #GivingBack #AmandaShea #LisaBelloMusic #BostonEducationFund

Queen of the rink, artist and educator Amanda Shea is bringing her electric energy to #SkateItForward this Friday night! Amanda will be keeping the vibes high all night long as we skate, groove, and give back to our community. Don’t miss out on a night to let your hair down, support one another, and have some serious fun! 🙌🏾 Event Details: Friday, October 11th, 2024 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Live Entertainment at 8 PM Chez Vous Roller Skating Rink 11 Rhoades St, Dorchester Center, MA 02124 🎟️ Tickets: $15 (includes skates) 🎟️ To ensure your ticket supports the Boston Education Fund, purchase at bit.ly/skateitforward or mention "BEDF" at the door. See you soon! #SkateItForward #StartLocal #GivingBack #BostonEdFund #EducationalEquity

Get ready for a night of community vibes, music, and skating with @djedubble! Whether you’re a pro or just lacing up for the first time, #SkateItForward is all about having fun while giving back. Show up, show love, and let’s continue to build Boston's educational landscape together. This is more than just skating — it’s about supporting our community and lifting each other up. 🖤 Event Details: Friday, October 11th, 2024 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Live Entertainment at 8 PM Chez Vous Roller Skating Rink 11 Rhoades St, Dorchester Center, MA 02124 🎟️ Tickets: $15 (includes skates) 🎟️ To ensure your ticket supports the Boston Education Fund, purchase at bit.ly/skateitforward or mention "BEDF" at the door. See you soon! #SkateItForward #StartLocal #GivingBack #BostonEdFund #EducationalEquity

Are you ready to Skate It Forward? 🛼 Join us for an evening of fun, connection, and community impact! Next Friday, October 11th, we’re bringing you the city’s top talent—@amandasheaallday, @lisabellomusic, and @djedubble—who will bring the energy and incredible vibes all night long. Don’t miss out on this amazing event! Event Details: Friday, October 11th, 2024 Live Entertainment begins at 8 PM Tickets: $15 (includes skates) 11 Rhoades St, Dorchester Center, MA 02124 But that’s not all! As one of Boston’s most iconic roller skating rinks, Chez Vous has long been a cornerstone of community connection. Now, they are partnering with BEDF to champion the students and educators of Boston Public Schools. Through this partnership, Chez Vous is showcasing its dedication to advancing educational equity by hosting Skate It Forward, an event focused on raising funds and awareness for our city's educational needs. Their ongoing support will drive initiatives that empower students, educators, and families, strengthening the bonds between schools and communities while creating opportunities for growth and success throughout the district. We are excited and grateful to have Chez Vous alongside us in this important work. To ensure your ticket supports the Boston Education Fund, purchase at bit.ly/skateitforward or mention "BEDF" at the door.

🚨 Save the Date! 🚨 Join us in celebrating 40 years of commitment to education and community impact at the BEDF 40 & Forward Celebration! This milestone event, and our final celebration of the year, honors the past, present, and future of the Boston Education Fund while igniting a path for the next 40 years of innovation and support for our students. 🗓 Date: November 10, 2024 🗓 VIP Reception & Program: 6-8pm | Celebration & Party: 8pm - 2am 📍 Location: @hueboston | 90 Exeter St, Boston, MA 02116 🎟 RSVP today: bit.ly/bedf40forward We invite everyone from across the educational ecosystem—teachers, students, administrators, community leaders, and supporters—to join us! #BEDF40Forward #EducationMatters #CelebratingSuccess

We've added more champions to Team BEDF for this year’s Rodman Ride for Kids! A massive shoutout to Paul and Ken for showing their dedication to educational equity and riding to the finish line on September 21st! 🙌 Here’s how you can support Team BEDF in the 2024 Rodman Ride for Kids: ✨ Register as an in-person rider for Saturday (the cut-off is tomorrow)! ✨ We’re looking for four volunteers to help at the registration table from 7:45 to 10:45 a.m. and then stick around for the BBQ afterward! ✨ Donate to support our riders Paul, Ken, Mike, Ben, Pam, Willy, and Yardley—all riding to support BEDF's mission. Let’s fuel them with support to the finish line! #TeamBEDF #RodmanRide #SupportEducation #EducationalEquity

Ready to Ride? Don’t Miss Out! The countdown is on! We’re calling all volunteers to represent Team BEDF on September 21st in Foxboro for a fantastic cause. By giving just a bit of your time, you can help us make a huge impact on the lives of Boston's youth. We’re encouraging more in-person riders to register before the September 19th deadline. Let’s rally behind Ben, Mike, Willy, and Pam’s incredible campaigns as we gear up for an unforgettable ride. Your support helps us continue to create lasting change! We’re also looking for four more volunteers—if you’re ready to give back, this is your moment. Register and volunteer today! #RideWithUs #FoxboroRide #TeamBEDF #SupportTheCampaign #MakeADifference #VolunteerOpportunity #CommunityImpact #BEDF2024

A huge thank you to our favorite photographer, @simplyoutstanding, for capturing the spirit of our families, educators, and community leaders at the Lawn last week! Featured here are our incredible vendors—@vaniajarroyo offering headshots and @tommy_piklz_foundation teaching pickleball—while also enjoying everything the day had to offer. And we’re not finished yet! Stay tuned for exciting details about our final BEDF event of the year—coming soon! #LinkUpAtTheLawn #BEDF2024 #CommunityImpact #BostonEducation #BuildingConnections #TogetherWeThrive #MoreToCome

At LinkUp at The Lawn, we saw the creativity and potential of Boston's future in action. From painting vibrant masterpieces to building with blocks, these young minds remind us of the limitless possibilities ahead. Through BEDF’s continued support, we’re empowering and inspiring our youth to dream big and achieve whatever they set their hearts on. Together, we’re laying the foundation for brighter futures. Keep an eye out for our final event of the year—there’s still more in store as we continue to nurture their imagination and help them reach new heights! #BEDF40 #LinkUpAtTheLawn #BEDF2024 #EmpowerOurYouth #BuildingFutures #BostonEducation #InspireChange #YouthCreativity