Impact at a Glance

802

apprentices cumulatively placed across the MA Apprentice Network

1,000+

young residents engaged in programming

225

local small businesses served in 2025

Community Voices

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Thank you to the Pacesetters initiative for introducing us to a major Greater Boston hotel. That partnership represents nearly $10,000 a year. For a small business like mine, that kind of stability is invaluable.

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My apprenticeship journey has been consistently fulfilling because I gained hands-on experience working…I learned new technologies, earned some industry-relevant certifications, [and] built new connections.

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Eastern Bank Foundation is proud to support work that promotes supplier diversity as a driver of equity in the small business ecosystem. As a partner in creating the Pacesetters Network, we are proud of the work with corporate buyers to deepen bu… Read More

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My apprenticeship has consistently set me up for growth and success. Through this opportunity, I’ve gained invaluable knowledge and skills in a short time. I’m very grateful to have found my career.

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Starting a business is never easy. We need all the help we can get. I highly recommend reaching out [to Small Business Strong’s First Call] for advice and guidance.

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Spending the day with a school principal [through Principal Partners] opened my eyes to a world I knew little about and I walked away with deep respect for all that principals do each day.

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Two young women smile while posing for a picture

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The Boston Globe

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Survey examines why young people are leaving.

The latest Chamber Foundation Young Residents survey examines why some young Bostonians are planning to leave the city.

Principal Partners event
Principal Partners event

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