Hello from our scholars in cities across the United States. What are they up to during stay-at-home requirements due to the pandemic? Watch and find out!

Even as college classes went online this spring, admissions and financial aid offices were sending out acceptances to high school seniors. ABC graduating senior Dia is excited to share that she has chosen Williams College, where she plans to study environmental science and policy.

Melanie Cutler wins prestigious environmental educator. Hear her reflecting on the value of diversity in her classroom and where her host student is now.

Hats off to Liberty Mutual for their $1,000 donation when they were unable to join us for their day of service at the ABC house.

Our ABC house is quiet without the presence of our Scholars during this Covid-19 crisis. We miss them greatly and are so appreciative of the messages and gifts of support during this time. May we emerge from this crisis stronger together.

A big shout-out to our host, Jim Cass and his team at the Oak & Iron Brewery. The sold-out event raised over $6,000 and gave us a chance to meet new friends and catch up with longtime supporters.

A Better Chance of Andover is one of 100 local nonprofits to receive grants of $100,000 each through Cummings Foundation’s “$100K for 100” program. The Andover-based organization was chosen from a total of 597 applicants, during a competitive review process. Cummings Foundation has announced a total of $20 million in grants to Greater Boston charities in the past two months alone.

As always, the ABC of Andover Scholars’ Celebration Dinner began with a delightful slideshow highlighting the fun events of the year and squeals of recognition emanated throughout the log cabin. The scholars seemed so excited to see themselves and connect with enthusiasm to a wonderful year spent together at ABC. Read about the accolades shared and our graduating seniors.