Give to BOPN

Support Scholarships & Equity Programming for Outdoor Education Access in Greater Boston

Thank you to all who donated to the 2023 Scholarship Drive!

Learn how we use donations of ALL sizes to make BOPN accessible for more families in the Greater Boston area.

Ways to Donate

  • Give Any Dollar Amount

    All donations are appreciated, and help us provide tuition, clothing, and outdoor gear for students in need!

    Donate

  • Purchase a Print

    Support BOPN by purchasing nature-inspired prints from Local Artist Kari Percival.

    Buy a Print

  • Ask Your Employer About Matching Your Donation

    You can double your donation to BOPN when your employer matches it! Are they on this list?

    Explore Donation Match!

We know that…

  • Many people assume “small dollar” amounts wouldn’t help.

  • You don’t have to win the lottery to
    double your money.

Did you know that…

  • A donation of just $20 will buy a pair of waterproof gloves or wool socks?

  • Many employers will match your charitable donations—does yours?

Donations Directly Benefit Scholarships & Equity Programs

​As a nonprofit, our goal is to make nature-based early education accessible to all families, regardless of income or life circumstances.

100% of the proceeds from donations are used to fund scholarships, financial aid and outdoor gear assistance, and equity programs.

“Investing in BOPN with a donation is an investment for the future.”
— Ari Taylor, BOPN Parent

The benefits of nature-based education for young children are exponential. Here are just a few:

  • better immune systems

  • decreased behavioral issues

  • higher self-esteem and self-confidence,

  • fostering environmental stewardship

But access to high quality outdoor early education is limited for families whose children could most benefit.


Boston Outdoor Preschool Network is committed to being part of the movement to change this. One way we
do this is through the provision of scholarships to families from all backgrounds and all walks of life.
 
Another way we increase access to nature education is through our equity programs, including our public school partnership and our future Universal
PreK programs.

Join us in raising up a generation of confident, capable children who connect with the natural world.

BOPN Equity Initiatives

  • $21,863.95

    In October 2022, 37 families saw tuition reductions from either scholarships or financial aid totaling $21,863.95.

  • 10%

    10% of BOPN's annual budget is reserved for scholarships & tuition discounts.

  • $80,000

    For the 2021-2022 school year, BOPN self-funded over $80,000 in scholarships at our JP/Roslindale site alone.

"We are truly grateful for the opportunity to send our daughter to BOPN and have already seen her grow in so many ways."

“The cost to raise three kids in this economy, coming out of the struggles of the pandemic and dealing with chronic illness make programs like these seem unattainable for too many families. Having the option and ability for financial aid makes this program available for all kids. ”
— Ari Taylor, BOPN Parent

Give Today

Did you know that children from low-income families with access to excellent preschools are more likely than their peers to graduate from college? 

 

You can make a difference by helping BOPN to narrow the achievement gap, and provide opportunities for adventure to
children who need them most.