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M&T Bank Supports Emerging Leaders Council with $10,000 Grant

M&T Bank has generously awarded the Corey C. Griffin Foundation (CCGF) a $10,000 grant to support our Emerging Leaders Council (ELC).
January 6, 2025
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Celebrating Service and Leadership: 2025 Humanitarian and Outstanding Philanthropy Award Recipients

At the 2025 Boston Winter Ball, we honor Karen and Rob Hale for their exceptional generosity and Lisa Warshafsky for her transformative leadership in education. Their work embodies the spirit of community and service at the heart of the Corey C. Griffin Foundation.
December 26, 2024
Corey's Kids Christmas 2024

Corey’s Kids Christmas 2024: A Festive Day of Joy and Giving

On December 10, the Corey C. Griffin Foundation brought holiday joy to over 2,500 Boston-area children with festive music, inspiring messages, and personalized gifts, spreading hope and love this Christmas season.
December 17, 2024
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Corey’s Legacy of Love: Supporting Corey’s Kids on Their Path to Success

President Chandra Clark reflects on her two years with the Foundation.
December 11, 2024
Corey's Kids at CoreyFest 2024

CoreyFest 2024 was an unforgettable night of music, philanthropy, and community!

CoreyFest 2024 was a record-breaking night of music, community, and giving, thanks to 1,500+ attendees, sponsors, and donors who came together for local youth!
November 20, 2024
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Meet Katie Gassert

Katie Gassert joined the Corey C. Griffin Foundation (CCGF) as the Director of Advancement and Special Events, bringing nearly 16 years of experience in development, special events, and public relations from her time in New York City.
November 19, 2024
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We’re all part of the CCGF family

As Co-chairs of the Emerging Leaders Council, Hannah Merson and Ted Floyd are committed to advancing CCGF’s mission of supporting Boston youth through hands-on volunteerism and community impact.
November 6, 2024
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The Corey C. Griffin Foundation announces Joe Zink as the new Chair and Casey Griffin Guidicelli as Vice Chair of our Board of Directors​

New leadership for the Corey C. Griffin Foundation Board of Directors.
October 21, 2024
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Meet Alli Macina

Alli Macina joined the Corey C. Griffin Foundation full-time as the Administrative and Development Associate in September of 2024.
October 21, 2024
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Volunteer Profile: Owen Lynch

Recent St. Sebastian’s grad, Owen Lynch reflects on his volunteer service with CCGF and St. John Paul II Catholic Academy.
September 5, 2024
Kathy Griffin with families at the Backpack Giveaway.

Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway 2024

We’re celebrating the start of another school year by providing 3,000 backpacks to Corey’s Kids.
August 29, 2024
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Meet Tyler Rubin

Tyler Rubin is helping with daily operations and special events this summer, including CCGF’s Backpack Giveaway.
August 2, 2024