Blog

  • Congratulations to our 2026 Social Innovators!

    Seven nonprofits selected for a 24-month capacity-building program.

    The Social Innovation Forum (SIF) is excited to announce the selection of seven nonprofits for our 2026 Social Innovator cohort.

  • Rising to the Challenge: Fueling Our Resiliency

    Hope stemming from the belief that we can create change together
    By
    Carina Traub

    Social Innovation Forum was eager to convene our nonprofit and funder communities for our November 17th event, “Rising to the Challenge: Why Supporting Policy and Advocacy is Critical Now.” In planning for the event, we considered how to convey hope while remaining grounded in the incredibly challenging reality we are all facing

  • 2025 Annual Report: Out Loud

    Speaking Boldly & Working Collaboratively

    2025 Annual Report - Out Loud: Speaking Boldly and Working Collaboratively

  • Announcing the 2026 Social Innovator Accelerator Finalists

    Discover 15 local nonprofits driving positive social change in our community

    Social Innovation Forum (SIF) is pleased to announce the 15 finalists for the 2026 Social Innovator Accelerator.

  • Funder Spotlight: Kayla Wiggin of The Devonshire Foundation

    How we can convene and connect to grow social impact
    By
    Carina Traub

    When you attend a Social Innovation Forum (SIF) event, you’re bound to recognize a couple of faces. Sure, a smiling SIF staff member handing you a nametag, but also, the thoughtful and dedicated community of nonprofit leaders and funders who keep coming back to learn, share, and connect. One such funder is Kayla Wiggin, Grants Manager at The Devonshire Foundation (TDF).

  • Education & Youth
    Immigrants & Refugees
    Workforce & Economic Development

    Shining a Light on Immigration Nonprofits in Challenging Times

    Highlighting all of their incredible work
    By
    Luis Torres

    We are living in a time when the world feels not only unpredictable but increasingly difficult to navigate. One of today’s most pressing challenges can be seen in the ongoing changes to immigration policies. These shifts are impacting not only immigrants themselves but also the nonprofits working tirelessly to support them.

  • Advocacy & Civic Engagement

    New Faces, New Ideas: SIF’s Coworking Space's Newest Member

    Welcome MA Appleseed Center for Law and Justice to SIF’s Community!
    By
    Kassandra Sidney

    Welcome MA Appleseed Center for Law and Justice to the SIF Coworking space! 

  • Education & Youth
    Immigrants & Refugees

    Learning More About Latinx Community Center for Empowerment

    Diego Leonardo, Executive Director of Latinx Community Center of Empowerment (LCCE) highlights the work he’s spearheading in support of the Latinx community.
    By
    Luis Torres

    We want people to know that LCCE is the only Latino-led, Latino-serving nonprofit in Lowell focused on empowerment through education, cultural celebration, and access to resources. 

  • Workforce & Economic Development

    Charting a Course for SIF’s Future

    SIF launches strategic planning process
    By
    Melissa Duggan

    At the Social Innovation Forum (SIF), we are excited to announce the kick-off of our formal facilitated strategic planning process this month. We’ve selected CFAR (Center for Applied Research) as our planning partner to facilitate a process that will take us through the next eight months.

  • Happy Pride Month!

    Ways you can show up for SIF’s LGBTQIA+ Innovators
    By
    Ella Savini & Carina Traub

    This Pride month, we’re shouting about how much we love four of our former Social Innovators doing critical work in the LGBTQIA+ community space.