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BUILD envisions a world where our educational system ensures all students, regardless of background, have the opportunity to develop the skills necessary for personal and professional success.

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BUILDFest Pitch Challenge: June 4th

Support BUILD at our signature event: shop and mingle at the student business expo, then watch our final 3 teams pitch in front of VIP judges.

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9th Graders Earn Over $7.4K at Sales Showcase

Many student businesses were able to pay off their startup loans after their very first selling event! Thank you to all our shoppers, judges, mentors, and teachers for making this an amazing event!

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Ayele Shakur and BUILD on CBS

Boston is a hub of economic activity, but not always opportunity, which is where BUILD comes in.

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Boston Tech Hub Raises $15K for BUILD

This March, LogMeIn hosted its inaugural “Hoops on Summer Street” basketball tournament to benefit BUILD.

BUILD Supporters and Secret Shoppers Spend Big at the Spring Sales Bazaar

BUILD students from six Boston Public High Schools brought in more than $4,600 at our Spring Sales Bazaar.

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Thank You BNY Mellon!

Learn about our partnership with BNY Mellon as part of their economic empowerment initiative in this great spotlight on their website.

Read “BUILDing” Stars of Tomorrow on BNYMellon.com