Our nonprofit partners at Root Cause are making headlines again after hosting their Winter Reception to celebrate their 10th anniversary and recognize past and upcoming social innovators.
Root Cause, known for their Social Innovation Forum (which we’ve highlighted in the past here and here), drew upwards of 200 people to the NERD Center last week for an evening of music, food, congratulations, and thanks. Boston Children’s Chorus kicked off the party with an angelic yet inspiring performance while Tavalo, who partners with Future Chefs (a 2011 Social Innovator) to educate and employ urban teens in the restaurant industry, created delightful hors d’oeuvre for all to enjoy.
After ten years of mentoring and transforming over 60 social purpose organizations throughout the Greater Boston area, Root Cause is more active than ever. At the reception they announced the 2014 Social Innovators we have to look forward to (Adoption and Foster Care Mentoring, Coaching for Change, Doc Wayne Youth Services, Inc., Mill City Grows, Veterans Legal Services) and applauded the 2013 Social Innovators (AgeWell West Roxbury, GRLZradio, Groundwork Lawrence, Safe City Academy, and Shelter Music Boston) who are thriving in the program and changing the social landscapes in our communities. Guests also heard from Root Cause Founder and CEO Andrew Wolk, who shared his passion for identifying innovators and connecting them with the resources they need to improve their performance and impact on society.
As 2014 approaches, we are looking forward to seeing the work of the next round of innovators but continue to marvel at the work already done. Don’t miss the organization’s 10th anniversary video (below). It’s a must see!
