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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."

Grace Found Her Voice, Now She’s Helping Others Find Theirs

Meet Grace, a Teen Mentor with Girls’ LEAP whose journey from quiet observer to confident leader is inspiring. In this short video, she shares how the program shaped her confidence, identity, and purpose, and why she's committed to empowering others.

Watch Grace’s story and see the power of youth-led change in action.

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 are rated by
Charity Navigator!

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

We are a 2023-2025
Cummings Grant winner!

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

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2025 Gold Seal
with @CandidDotOrg!

We’ve earned our Platinum Seal of Transparency with @CandidDotOrg! Get updates on our impact through our #NonprofitProfile

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2026 Point32Health Foundation Grant

We are thrilled to announce that Girls' LEAP has received a grant from Point32Health Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan.

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