BCIL’s 50th Anniversary
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For 50 years, BCIL has been at the forefront of the independent living movement. We established one of the country’s first Personal Care Attendant programs and have led groundbreaking work through advocacy, services, and community organizing to improve access to transportation, education, housing, employment, health care, nutrition and so much more. Today, we serve thousands of people in the greater Boston area each year. And we are keenly aware that much remains to be done to ensure equity, justice, opportunities, and dignity for people with disabilities. To find out more about how you can get involved and support our work, please visit https://www.bostoncil.org.
On Saturday, September 21, 2024, BCIL celebrated our 50th anniversary at the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center in Roxbury with an afternoon of community connection and celebration. We honored our founders and people like you who have helped make BCIL what it is today. We shared our stories, our successes, and our dreams for the future. Thanks to our generous sponsors, the event was free. And a special shout out to all the volunteers who helped make this day special!
Click here to see a highlights reel from the September 21 event!
50 @ $50 for BCIL’s 50th
As part of our 50th anniversary celebration, we are launching a new fundraising campaign to recruit 50 individuals to make a monthly pledge of $50. Sustaining donors provide critical support that allows BCIL to expand our programs, meet unexpected needs, and advocate for disability rights every day. Will you invest in BCIL’s future? To donate, go to https://bostoncil.org/donate/. Other donations are also appreciated and important.
A special thanks to all who participated and attended the Wins, Lessons, and What’s Next for Independent Living virtual forum on May 16, 2024.
