BEAT THE ODDS
DORCHESTER, MA · Arts, Culture & Humanities
Mission
BEAT THE ODDS IS DEDICATED TO SERVING UNDER-RESOURCED YOUTH (AGES 14-24) IN BOSTON'S LOW-INCOME COMMUNITIES THROUGH ITS CREATIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM. WE PROVIDE STUDENTS WITH A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO EXPLORE THEIR CREATIVITY AND UNLOCK THEIR HIDDEN TALENTS. OUR MISSION IS TO PROVIDE A SAFE SPACE, WHERE YOUNG PEOPLE HAVE ACCESS TO THE CREATIVE TOOLS NECESSARY TO INSPIRE SELF-AWARENESS AND ENCOURAGE MENTAL HEALTH AND HEALING FROM TRAUMA THROUGH MUSIC AND ARTS.
Financials (IRS Form 990)
Source: IRS Form 990, tax year 2024.
Who funds BEAT THE ODDS
$596K in foundation grants on record from 13 funders — matched from IRS 990 grant line items. Some matches may be approximate.
| Funder | Total given | Grants |
|---|---|---|
| Casa Myrna Vazquez | $150K | 2 |
| Boston After School & Beyond | $130K | 3 |
| Boston Foundation | $100K | 4 |
| New Commonwealth Racial Equity and Social Justice Fund | $45K | 2 |
| Social Innovation Forum | $43K | 2 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | $43K | 3 |
| American Online Giving Foundation | $31K | 4 |
| Bridge Over Troubled Waters | $25K | 1 |
| Liberty Mutual Foundation | $15K | 1 |
| Bushrod H Campbell & Adah F Hall Charity Fund | $5K | 1 |
Leadership
GIOVANNI LOPEZ — CO-FOUNDER & COO (Principal officer)
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