On Thursday, August 15,  join YES at the 6th Annual Martin Richard Memorial 1 Mile Invitational. The event will take place at Moakley Park (1005 Columbia Rd) in South Boston. We encourage participation in the Martin Richard One Mile by runners who are blind or mobility challenged and by wheelchair racers. Participants in these categories […]

The YES Volunteer Equity Committee is hosting a Potluck Picnic on Saturday, August 17 at Franklin Park 11 am - 3:30 pm. Drop in, bring and play games like cornhole, spikeball, Smack Fu, and others while enjoying food brought by yourself and other volunteers. Open to all ages! RSVP and sign up to bring food […]

The MR8K race is an annual 5-mile course (8K) that will take place at Warrior Ice Arena at Boston Landing, the practice facility of the Boston Bruins on Monday, September 2.  Registration is $45, with proceeds benefiting the Martin Richard Foundation. Each registrant will receive a race t-shirt (first 1,500 registrants), finisher's medal, and beer […]

Join YES at the Dimock Road to Wellness 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, September 7 at the Dimock Center. The event is aimed at inspiring mind, body and spiritual health through fitness and exercise while embracing Roxbury’s rich history, diverse culture, and strong sense of community. Registration for the 5K will begin at 7 am and the […]

Tour de South Shore 5K Walk/Fun Run & 25 or 50 Mile Bike Ride at Wompatuck State Park in Hingham, MA (in partnership with the McCourt Foundation): YES was selected by the McCourt Foundation to be a nonprofit partner of the Tour de South Shore on Saturday, September 21. As a nonprofit partner, YES will […]

Join YES for the 5K Bay Run/Walk with East Boston Savings Bank Foundation on Sunday, September 29 at Carson Beach and help YES win the 2019 Nonprofit Challenge! Through the Nonprofit Challenge, the non-profit with the most registrants in the race will win $1,000! The organization securing the second most participants will win a $750 […]

Forest Hills Runners is hosting the Franklin Park Mile on October 6th. This iconic multi-surface course in Boston’s beautiful Franklin Park is the perfect event for runners of all ages and abilities. This chip-timed race is a great way to get outdoors with the whole family. Kids under 16 run for FREE! Pre-registration is $15, […]

The Volunteer Kickoff will be held on Friday, October 11 from 6 - 10 pm at YES (412 Massachusetts Ave, Boston). Enjoy games, music, and fun! This is a great opportunity to catch up with old friends, meet new people who are passionate about the YES mission, and learn about volunteer opportunities! This is a 21+ […]

Come join YES for its annual ski sale on Saturday, November 2 from 10 am - 2 pm at the YES office (412 Massachusetts Ave Boston, MA). Shop discounted ski jackets, snow pants, ski and snowboard equipment, and more outdoor equipment! Equipment Bundles - includes boots and skis/boards Cross Country Bundle starting at $75 Ski […]

Harpoon Brewery Thursday, November 7 7 – 8:30 PM The YES Young Professionals Committee will be hosting its 7th Annual Beer Tasting on Thursday, November 7. Enjoy beer tastings from over 10 taps, a free pretzel, and raffle prizes! Click here to buy tickets. 100% of proceeds benefit YES. This event is 21+

Are you interested in helping to plan the 10th Annual YES Black Diamond Gala?   The Gala Planning Committee is a group that helps with the planning and execution of YES's biggest fundraiser, the Annual Black Diamond Gala. Traditionally, over 300 people are expected to attend and a $600,000 fundraising goal has been set. Join the Gala […]

Join YES on Monday, December 2, 2019 from 6 – 8:30 pm at the Fenway Park State Street Pavilion Club for the 2019 Annual Celebration! Overlooking the playing field and the Boston city skyline, the State Street Pavilion Club, located on Fenway’s upper level behind home plate, provides incomparable views of the park and a […]