​Celebrating 25 Years of Advocacy, Impact, and Student Success!​​

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Thank you to everyone who joined us at the beautiful Charles Hotel in Cambridge on May 15th, 2026.

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For 25 years, the Youth Advocacy Foundation has stood alongside Massachusetts students, ensuring they have the support, stability, and educational opportunities they deserve. This milestone anniversary was more than a celebration — it was a testament to the lives transformed, the barriers dismantled, and the futures made possible through the tireless work of YAF and the EdLaw Project.

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Our 25th Anniversary Spring Celebration honored the young people who inspire our work, the families and educators who partner with us, and the advocates who fight every day to dismantle the cradle-to-prison pipeline™ for at-risk youth across Massachusetts. 

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We had a wonderful evening with guests of honor, inspiring speakers & client stories, entertainment including a special game of YAF trivia, silent auction, raffle, hors d’oeuvres & dessert. We want to thank everyone who supported this event, and celebrated 25 years of zealous advocacy, the progress we've made, and helped us raise critical funds to ensure every student can learn, thrive, and succeed for the next 25 years and beyond. 

You can watch the full program below, or scroll down for shorter videos and highlights from the event! ​​​​​​​

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Watch the Entire Program Here: