Boston Impact Initiative Closes Oversubscribed Fund II at $22 Million, Democratizing Investment in Community Wealth Building
Integrated capital fund brings nearly 240 investors together to build community wealth and prevent displacement in New England BOSTON–Boston Impact Initiative (BII), […]
Preserving Affordable Housing in Chelsea: BII Partners with The Neighborhood Developers on Park & Pearl Acquisition
We are excited to announce our investment alongside The Neighborhood Developers’ (TND) OppCo Housing Accelerator Fund in the acquisition of a 30-unit […]
10 Strategic Moves to Build a More Just and Sustainable Business in 2026
By Samalid Hogan, Director of Business Support Services The start of a new year is a powerful moment to recommit to what […]
Building Power Through Uncertainty: BII’s 2025 Year in Review
As we close out 2025, we find ourselves reflecting on a year that tested our resolve and reaffirmed our purpose. Against a […]
5 Smart Strategies to Boost Holiday Sales While Strengthening Your Community
The holiday season pushes every business owner to their limits, with longer hours, higher expectations, and the constant race to meet demand. […]
This Giving Tuesday: Meet the Nonprofits Building a More Just and Equitable Future
As we gather around tables this Thanksgiving week, reflecting on gratitude and community, Giving Tuesday offers us a powerful opportunity to turn […]
Building Community in Portland: BII Partners with Rabbit Hole Housing Cooperative to Create Affirming Housing
We are excited to announce our investment in Rabbit Hole Housing Cooperative (RHH), a forming group-equity housing cooperative in Portland, Maine, that […]
Successes from the Business Resiliency Fund and Portfolio Advisory Board
In July, BII launched the Business Resiliency Fund—a $50,000 grant pool created to help portfolio companies weather heightened operational and financial pressures, […]
Sustaining Our Community During National Entrepreneurship Month
This November marks National Entrepreneurship Month — a time when we celebrate the strength, innovation, and economic power of BIPOC entrepreneurs across […]
BII Launches First Mover Fund to Move Millions of Catalytic Capital to Local Communities Building Regenerative Economies
$5M catalytic capital vehicle makes first investment in Indigenous Matriarch-led fund, signaling new era of community-led finance BOSTON–Boston Impact Initiative (BII), nonprofit […]
No-Cost Business Coaching for Minority- and Women-Owned Small Businesses in Massachusetts’ Clean Energy Industry
GreenEdge Accelerator Launches Fall Sessions and Year-Round Coaching to Help Small Business Access Clean Energy Opportunities BII is celebrating the start of […]
Meet the 5th ARC Fellowship Cohort
10 Fund Managers Advancing Regenerative Capital We’re excited to announce the launch of our 5th ARC Fellowship cohort, welcoming 10 exceptional fund […]