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Civic Organizing

We work to reduce barriers and expand opportunities for Boston residents to be active citizens in their communities.

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The Office of Civic Organizing empowers Boston residents to connect, collaborate and take action in their neighborhoods through civic programs and resources. By fostering community engagement and strengthening civic bonds, we aim to create vibrant, safe and inclusive spaces where all residents feel empowered to make a difference.

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Civic Summit

The Civic Summit is an annual event that brings together neighbors, upcoming, future and established civic leaders and nonprofit advocates. It offers engaging workshops, panel discussions and plenty of opportunities to network and collaborate.

Summer Block Party Grant

Community groups and residents can apply for mini-grants to receive up to $750 for food, party supplies and lawn games for their summer block parties.

Spooky Streets Grant

Boston residents and community groups can apply for micro-grants to receive $250 for candy, pumpkins and decorations for their Fall Harvest and Halloween block parties.

City Hall on the Go Truck

Our food truck-inspired mobile truck brings City Hall services directly to all neighborhoods across the city year-round.

Love Your Block

Love Your Block is a cherished Boston tradition and the city’s signature beautification event. Each April, residents come together to lead or volunteer in neighborhood cleanups, working to make our city cleaner and more vibrant. Join us this year!

Neighborhood Cleanups

The Mayor’s Office of Civic Organizing provides tools and arranges trash pickup for community-led cleanups across Boston’s neighborhoods. Choose a location, gather your volunteers and partner with us year-round.

Donate to the Make Boston Shine Trust

Support our Love Your Block and Neighborhood Cleanup initiatives by donating to the Make Boston Shine Trust. Your contribution helps keep our city beautiful and encourages residents to actively engage in community service.

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Upcoming events

Upcoming events
City Hall On The Go: East Boston
On Jan 7

Jan 7
City Hall On The Go: Charlestown
On Jan 7

Jan 7
City Hall On The Go: South Boston
On Jan 8

Jan 8
City Hall On The Go: South End
On Jan 8

Jan 8
City Hall On The Go: Roxbury
On Jan 9

Jan 9
City Hall On The Go: West Roxbury
On Jan 14

Jan 14
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