Trinity Boston Connects

What Trinity Boston Connects does

Trinity Boston Connects is a Boston-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, founded in 2007 (rebranded from Trinity Boston Foundation in 2019), that operates a portfolio of interconnected programs to heal the traumatic impact of systemic racism on youth of color in Boston. Its service portfolio comprises five core programs: Sole Train, a non-competitive running mentorship program operating at approximately 30 sites across Boston Public Schools and community organizations (currently reaching 150+ "Young Soles" and 40 "Old Soles" annually); TEEP (Trinity Education for Excellence Program), an academic and college-preparation program that has served over 700 students since 1999 with a reported 100% high school graduation and post-secondary enrollment rate; Trinity@RuthBatson, an embedded four-day-per-week clinical and restorative-justice program inside a Boston Public Schools academy; Trinity Boston Counseling Center (TBCC), a clinical mental health practice providing therapy to youth workers, operating for approximately 18 years with around 70 trained clinical trainees (40% people of color); and the Organizational Equity Practice (OEP), which delivers racial-equity consulting, training, and facilitation to youth-serving nonprofits. Together the programs serve 1,000+ youth, 220+ youth workers, and 19+ nonprofit partners annually, with 88% of youth served identifying as youth of color.

The organization operates no proprietary technology product; its delivery model is fully service-based and codified in the "Three Essential Community Practices" (Racial Equity, Restorative Justice, Trauma-Inclusive) framework. Revenue mechanics are diversified across individual and corporate donations, event-based fundraising (Bostonians for Youth Gala, Sole Train 5K, Rodman Ride for Kids, Boston Marathon Team Trinity), fee-for-service OEP consulting contracts, and a perpetual endowment (the Thompson Lloyd Endowment, approximately $2.5M). Youth-facing programs are provided free of charge; gala tickets carry an approximate $160/person value of goods and services. Governance is led by Executive Director Charmane Higgins (appointed 2019, succeeded founding director Louise Packard) with support from a Chief Program Officer, four program Directors, and approximately 11–50 staff overall. Trinity Church in the City of Boston remains a founding partner and hosts the headquarters at 206 Clarendon Street.

Name

Trinity Boston Connects

Legal name

Trinity Boston Connects, Inc.

Website

https://trinityconnects.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Trinity Boston Connects is a Boston-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that delivers youth development, clinical mental health, and racial equity programs for Boston youth of color and the adults who serve them through Sole Train, TEEP, Trinity@RuthBatson, TBCC, and OEP.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Development and Community Mental Health Services

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813), Educational Services (611), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based Social Services & Community Outreach (Food Pantries, Shelters, Counseling) (BPAGAJAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

K–12 Support & School Improvement Nonprofits (BPAGADAB), After-School Academic Support Programs (Centers & Clubs) (EDAJALAM)

Keywords

• Youth development programs
• Community mental health services
• Trauma-informed counseling
• Racial equity consulting
• Nonprofit youth mentoring

Headquarters

HQ city

Boston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual and Corporate Donations: Tax-deductible charitable contributions from individuals and corporations supporting the mission to heal systemic racism's impact on youth of color.
2. Event Sponsorships and Tickets: Revenue from Bostonians for Youth Gala ticket sales and corporate sponsorships. The gala features multiple sponsorship tiers including Presenting Sponsors, Leading Sponsors, Resiliency Sponsors, Empowerment Sponsors, and more.
3. Event Fundraising: Team Trinity participants in Boston Marathon, Rodman Ride for Kids, and Sole Train 5K fundraise for youth programs. Charity bib runners must meet fundraising minimums ($10,000 for Boston Marathon).
4. Training and Consulting Contracts: OEP generates revenue through consulting and training contracts with local and national mission-driven social change agencies, particularly youth-serving organizations.
5. Endowment and Planned Giving: The Thompson Lloyd Endowment (approximately $2.5 million) supports TBC's work in perpetuity. Donations in memory of Bill and Julie Thompson directed to Trinity Boston Connects.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Trinity Boston Connects is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that operates direct-service programs to heal the traumatic impact of systemic racism on Boston's youth of color. Its portfolio includes youth development programs (Sole Train, TEEP, Trinity@RuthBatson), mental health and clinical services (Trinity Boston Counseling Center), and consulting/training (Organizational Equity Practice). Programs are delivered free to youth participants and funded through donations, grants, sponsorships, and fundraising events.

Product overview

Trinity Boston Connects is a nonprofit organization offering a portfolio of interconnected youth development and community healing programs. The core programs include: Sole Train (a running-based mentorship program), TEEP (Trinity Education for Excellence Program for academic support), Trinity@RuthBatson (embedded school support at Ruth Batson Academy), Trinity Boston Counseling Center (mental health services for youth workers), and Organizational Equity Practice (consulting/training for racial equity). These programs are unified by Three Essential Community Practices: Racial Equity, Restorative Justice, and Trauma-Inclusive Practices. The organization also operates special events including the Bostonians for Youth Gala, Rodman Ride, Boston Marathon Team Trinity, and Sole Train 5K. The organization does not operate as a technology product company; all offerings are direct-service nonprofit programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Trinity Education for Excellence Program (TEEP): Youth development and leadership program providing academic support, mentorship, and college preparation for middle and high school students
• Sole Train
• Trinity Boston Counseling Center (TBCC)
• Organizational Equity Practice (OEP)
• Trinity@RuthBatson

Products and services

• Sole Train A non-competitive, community-building and mentoring program using running to help youth set and achieve goals. Operates at 30 sites across Boston Public Schools and community organizations, reaching 150+ Young Soles and 40 Old Soles annually.
• TEEP (Trinity Education for Excellence Program) Youth development and leadership program providing academic support, mentorship, and college preparation for middle and high school students in Boston.
• Trinity@RuthBatson (formerly Trinity@McCormack) Embedded school support program providing direct clinical support, trauma-inclusive and restorative culture development, and community resource coordination to students at Ruth Batson Academy. Includes Circle Keepers restorative practices.
• Trinity Boston Counseling Center (TBCC) Mental health and wellness services providing individual and group therapy, mental health wellness workshops, and clinical training focused on youth workers serving youth of color in Boston. 88% of TBCC clients report improvement in or maintenance of positive coping.
• Organizational Equity Practice (OEP) Consulting and training service that connects individuals and organizations committed to racial equity to learning opportunities, including workshops, cohort-based programs, and organizational consulting for youth-serving nonprofits.
• Bostonians for Youth Gala Annual signature fundraising gala celebrating youth, recognizing leaders of change, and raising funds. Features multiple sponsorship tiers including Presenting, Leading, Resiliency, and Empowerment Sponsors. The 18th Annual Gala was held in 2025; the 19th is planned for 2026 with Andrea Joy Campbell named Leader of Change.
• Rodman Ride for Kids Annual charity bike ride where Team Trinity participates to raise funds in support of Sole Train, TEEP, and Circle Keepers programs. 2025 Team Trinity raised over $60,000; 2026 fundraising goal is $65,000.
• Boston Marathon Team Trinity Charity bib program through the Bank of America Boston Marathon Official Charity Program, where runners fundraise a $10,000 minimum to support TBC's youth development and leadership programs. 2026 Team Trinity runners collectively raised over $100K.
• Sole Train 5K Annual community running event bringing together Sole Train participants, alumni, family, and supporters for a 5K run/walk fundraiser.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% of TEEPers graduate from high school and enroll in college or post-secondary program
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, supporting and major.

• Trinity Church in the City of BostoncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2002Trinity Church hosts TBC headquarters at 206 Clarendon Street and serves as founding partner. TBCC was founded in 2002 with leadership from Trinity Church members. Church provides ongoing operational and programmatic support.
• City Year BostoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOngoing referral source for TBCC clinical services. City Year corps members receive mental health support through Trinity Boston Counseling Center. TBCC provides therapy essential to staff retention.
• Department of Youth Services (DYS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to provide mental health services and explore trauma and racial disparities impacting youth committed to DYS. TBCC offers therapy and support for Metro region youth and staff.
• Ruth Batson AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEmbedded school partnership (Trinity@RuthBatson) since 2013, providing clinical support, restorative culture development, and community resource connections to the school community.
• Fenway High SchoolsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerTBCC has partnered with Fenway High School to provide on-site clinical presence for youth and youth workers.
• Boston Center for Youth & Families: Street Workers ProgramsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerTBCC embedded clinician partnership providing mental health services through the Street Workers Program.
• PACT Initiative (Boston Public Health Commission)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerTBCC provides range of services including individual counseling, staff trainings, and crisis management through PACT Initiative partnership.
• 7uice FoundationmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJaylen Brown's foundation received inaugural Beloved Community Award at 2026 BFY Gala. Foundation bridges opportunity gap for youth in underserved communities through entrepreneurship, health, leadership, and technology programs.
• SohlitensupportingTechnology or IntegrationTBCC is an accredited Sohliten counseling center, providing assurance of quality standards for mental health services.
• SEED ImpactsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerTrinity@McCormack partnered with SEED Impact to create SEL (social-emotional learning) Competency Ladders and retrospective student surveys for impact assessment.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• City Year Boston: City Year Boston partners directly with TBC - TBCC provides mental health support to City Year corps members. Both serve Boston youth and youth workers through embedded school and after-school programming in BPS, making mission, geography, and beneficiary overlap highly comparable.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston: BGCB delivers direct youth development programming across Boston to similar school-age populations (including youth of color) using after-school, mentoring, and summer models. Closest direct comparable in category and geography to TBC's Sole Train and TEEP programming.
• Boston Private Industry Council: BPIC is a Boston nonprofit workforce intermediary where TBC's ED Charmane Higgins previously served. It serves Boston youth of color via school- and employer-based pathways, overlapping with TBC's college/post-secondary and youth development work.
• Sociedad Latina: Boston-based nonprofit serving Latino youth through youth development, workforce, and cultural programming. Highly comparable target population (youth of color in Boston) and school/community-embedded delivery model.
• uAspire (Bottom Line): Massachusetts-based college access nonprofit supporting low-income and first-generation students through high school and into post-secondary enrollment - directly analogous to TEEP's core mission of 100% college enrollment.
• Year Up Boston: Year Up Boston trains opportunity youth (largely youth of color) from Boston for corporate careers. Shares target population, racial-equity framing, and workforce/education outcomes focus with TBC.

Emerging players

• Race Forward: National racial equity organization providing training, research, and consulting to advance racial justice. Closest national analog to TBC's Organizational Equity Practice (OEP) consulting practice.
• iMentor: National youth mentoring nonprofit pairing adults with young people of color from low-income communities - highly comparable to TBC's mentorship-driven model, but with broader geographic reach.

Others

• TRUST (Transgender Resilience, Unity, Support, and Trust) at Boston Children's: Specialty outpatient mental health program anchored in Boston. Comparable to TBCC's Sohliten-accredited, community-embedded clinical services for vulnerable youth populations.

Broad incumbents

• Big Brothers Big Sisters of Massachusetts Bay: Large established youth mentoring nonprofit serving Massachusetts youth including youth of color; broader portfolio but overlapping mentoring outcomes and donor base with TBC.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries1 record

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