GLCF to Host Annual Meeting on June 10, Featuring Keynote on the Power of Building Community

Kendra Bauer, a longtime educator at Lowell High School, will present “The Power of Building Community” at GLCF’s Annual Meeting on June 10.

The Greater Lowell Community Foundation (GLCF) will host its Annual Meeting on Tuesday, June 10, at UMass Lowell Coburn Hall. The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required.

The evening will begin with a reception and networking at 5 p.m., followed by the program at 6 p.m. The keynote speaker, Kendra Bauer, a longtime educator at Lowell High School, will present “The Power of Building Community.”

A dedicated teacher for 22 years, Bauer specializes in courses on race, gender, and identity in literature, as well as Early College and Dual Enrollment programs. She is also an adjunct professor at UMass Lowell and Middlesex Community College. Beyond the classroom, she leads the Lowell High Outdoor Adventures Club and serves as faculty advisor for Students Making Change, a student-led anti-racist initiative.

In her keynote, Bauer will share her experiences in fostering community within the classroom and beyond. From guiding students through challenging texts to leading outdoor adventures and supporting youth activism, she will explore the importance of trust, connection, and strong relationships in empowering young people and creating meaningful change.

Join GLCF for an evening of inspiration, connection, and community impact.

For more information about the Greater Lowell Community Foundation or to register for the Annual Meeting, visit: www.glcfoundation.org/event/am25/.

About Greater Lowell Community Foundation

Established in 1997, the Greater Lowell Community Foundation (GLCF) is a philanthropic organization comprised of more than 450 funds dedicated to improving the quality of life in 21 neighboring cities and towns. With financial assets of nearly $70 million, GLCF annually awards grants and scholarships to hundreds of worthy nonprofits and students. It is powered by the winning combination of donor-directed giving, personal attention from Foundation staff, and an in-depth understanding of local needs. The generosity of our donors has enabled the Community Foundation to award more than $40 million to the Greater Lowell community.

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