The Social Innovator Showcase is the Social Innovation Forum’s signature event, an exciting and vibrant evening when Boston’s innovation and social change communities gather to hear effective and innovative nonprofits pitch their solutions to our region’s toughest social issues.

Modeled after a venture capital forum, the evening begins with food and networking leading up to the main program: eight high-energy pitches from nonprofit “Social Innovators” to an in-person audience of 300 philanthropists, business executives, and foundation leaders.

Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact Amaka Maduegbunam at amaduegbunam@socialinnovationforum.org for more information.

2023 Social Innovators

chica projectAdvancing Holistic Education Opportunities for Youth and Young Adults Track Partner: Wellington Management Foundation

GenUnity Building and Sustaining Social Capital Track Partner: MassMutual Foundation

Justice4Housing Pathways to Housing Stability Track Partner: Liberty Mutual Insurance

Latino Health Insurance Program (LHIP)Community Approaches to Diabetes Treatment and Prevention Track Partner: James B. Boskey Memorial Foundation

Lowell Parks & Conservation Trust Advancing Environmental Justice Through Community Empowerment Track Partner: The Devonshire Foundation

MissionSAFE Experiential and Work-based Learning Opportunities for Youth and Young Adults Track Partner: American Student Assistance

RIA (ready.inspire.act) Access to Comprehensive and Culturally Informed Mental Health Care Track Partner: Poler Family Foundation

United Interfaith Action of Southeastern MA Equitable Outcomes in the Health and Wellbeing of Communities in the Fall River and New Bedford Areas Track Partner: Wagner Foundation

Frequently Ask

What is SIF's COVID-19 policy?

We will not be requiring masks but they are highly encouraged. A staff member will have extra masks if anyone needs one.

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to the event?

Artists for Humanity Epicenter is located at 100 West 2nd St in South Boston at the intersection of A Street and 2nd Street.

Public Transportation:

Public transportation is recommended and available for the event. Take the Red Line to Broadway Station. Look for signs for W Broadway Street and head southeast until you reach A street. Take a left and keep walking for about 3 mins until you see Artists for Humanity on your right.

Parking Directions:

Upon arrival at the venue, there is parking available at the Channel Center Garage, within walking distance of the venue. You may also find metered street parking spots. Other local parking options are as follows (prices subject to change):

Channel Center Garage - 116 W First St, Boston, MA 02127 - This garage is about a minute's walk.
Stanhope Garage, Inc - 21 A St, Boston, MA 02127- $20.00 per day 6 am - 6 pm and $20.00 per night 6 pm - 6 am. This garage is about a four-minute walk.
Cambria Hotel Boston Garage - 6 W Broadway, Boston, MA 02127 - $50.00 per night. This garage is about a four-minute walk.
Street Parking available

Is my registration/ticket transferrable? Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Yes, your purchased ticket is transferrable (discounted or complimentary tickets may not be transferrable, please inquire). If you would like to transfer your ticket, please contact us at rsvp@socialinnovationforum.org.

No, you do not need to bring your printed ticket to the event. We encourage you to bring your electronic ticket so that an SIF staff member can scan your QR code via the Eventbrite app to mark your attendance.

How much of the ticket price is tax deductible?

The tax-deductible portion of the ticket is $110.

What is the dress code for the event?

The Social Innovator Showcase has a "business festive" dress code. Most guests will be coming from work to the event and thus will be in business attire, but the Showcase is a celebration and tends to have a more festive feel.

Is this event accessible to everyone?

Yes, we aim to make the Showcase as accessible as possible. The facilities are wheelchair accessible, and we will be providing CART services. If you require any other accessibility accommodations to attend, please email rsvp@socialinnovationforum.org with reasonable requests (e.g., sign language interpreter, etc.).

If you have any additional questions, please don't hesitate to contact us at rsvp@socialinnovationforum.org. We look forward to seeing you on May 17!

THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS!

Gold Sponsors: CareQuest, Delta Dental, Fidelity Charitable, Marcus Partners, Nutter, State Street

Silver Sponsors: Eastern Bank, Fiduciary Trust, KVR (Kelly, Vitale, Riffol)

Bronze Sponsors: Supporting Strategies

INTERESTED IN SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES?

As a Social Innovation Forum Showcase sponsor, you will support social change in Greater Boston and gain visibility in our vibrant social impact community of thousands of nonprofit and community leaders, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, and business executives. We welcome companies who share our values of innovation and social change to partner with us as event sponsors.

For more information about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Amaka Maduegbunam at amaduegbunam@socialinnovationforum.org for more information.

2023 Social Innovator Showcase