Vision
To be a valued partner and catalyst for a vibrant Allston Brighton community
Mission
The Presentation School Foundation supports individuals and families by providing access to resources, services and social, educational, and cultural opportunities in an inclusive and welcoming space that is an anchor for the Allston Brighton community.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Statement
Presentation School Foundation will continue to strengthen its core commitment to being welcoming, accessible and inclusive to all in what we do and how we do it as we respond to the evolving needs of the Allston Brighton community.
Who We Are
An Engaged Community Partner
More Than a Landlord
The PSF Community Center believes that bringing organizations together can strengthen their impact on the community. The building strives to create a welcoming physical and philosophical environment that supports the work of Allston Brighton nonprofits. The Community Center offers opportunities for nonprofits to network and collaborate to innovatively and strategically address community needs.
Enriching the Community
The PSF Community Center is a community partner which engages with organizations inside and outside of the Community Center to enrich the Allston Brighton community. As an engaged member of the community, PSF Community Center is constantly assessing the needs of the neighborhood and collaborates with others to respond to these needs.
Promoting Food Access
In response to a dearth of healthy food options in Oak Square, PSF Community Center partnered with the Allston Brighton Health Collaborative to launch the Brighton Summer Market Farmers Market in 2015. In 2019, PSF Community Center launched the Winter Farmers Market and began hosting the Fresh Truck Mobile Market weekly at PSF Community Center. PSF also administers the Fresh Bucks for Fresh Food Program, addressing food insecurity by distributing gift cards to community members in need.
Addressing Health Disparities
PSF Community Center has hosted flu and COVID 19 vaccine clinics as needed.
Building Community
Each year, PSF Community Center hosts a variety of events that bring our diverse neighborhood together including holiday celebrations, cultural celebrations ,neighborhood barbeques, movie nights, and more.
The Center exists because of the extraordinary effort by the neighborhood, along with the support of numerous organizations, foundations, businesses, members of the community and local and state government and elected officials.