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Girls’ LEAP welcomes our new Executive Director!

May Vaughn

We are thrilled to announce that May Vaughan will lead Girls’ LEAP into our next 25 years!

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 Youth need us more than ever today. We are focused on amplifying their voices, emboldening their courage, and imparting critical life and self-defense skills so they can take on challenges with confidence.

Show up now for youth by giving a generous donation!

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Girls served
since 1997

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Graduates build skills to
assess risks and stay safe

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Graduates believe their female peers are invested in their success

"Girls’ LEAP is safe."

"I now know that I can defend myself in different ways."

"Girls’ LEAP is powerful."

What Girls’ Leap means to Grace

Jennyde Talks About the Impact of LEAP

Class of 2023

What We Do

By building skills in setting boundaries, dealing with conflict, and de-escalating violent
situations, LEAP equips youth with the knowledge they need to empower themselves
and champion their own safety.

Girls’ LEAP provides programs that aim to develop self-esteem and courage.

  • Girls’ LEAP Foundation Program
  • Girls’ LEAP Advanced Program
  • Teen Mentor Program
  • Teaching Assistant Program

Awards

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We’re now rated by
Charity Navigator!

You can ‘Give with Confidence’ knowing that we have been independently evaluated for effectively stewarding donations.

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We’ve just earned our
2023 Gold Seal with @CandidDotOrg!

You can ‘Give with Confidence’ knowing that we have been independently evaluated for effectively stewarding donations.

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Anna B. Stearns Foundation 2022 Sylvia Simmons Award for Best Practice

We are a nonprofit organization exhibiting innovation and excellence in serving the needs of women and girls in the Greater Boston area.

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We are a 2023
Cummings Grant winner!

Girls’ LEAP is incredibly proud and thankful to be a recipient of the Cummings Foundation grant!