Leadership transition Recent appointment of Melissa Higgins as President and CEO signals potential willingness to pursue new partnerships and strategic initiatives aligned with climate resilience, experiential learning expansion, and fundraising collaborations.

Fundraising momentum Significant grants in 2024 and 2026 (Lilly Endowment and Yawkey Foundation) indicate strong donor interest in empathy, climate resilience, and youth education programs, presenting opportunities for collaborative program sponsorships, CSR tie-ins, and grant-aligned partnerships.

Climate resilience First phase of a Climate Resilience Campaign backed by a major grant suggests priority on environmental education and sustainability initiatives, offering cross-promotional programs, STEM-focused exhibits, and corporate sponsorships.

Strategic partnerships Past collaborations with media and cultural institutions (Dalí exhibit, Boston Moms partnership) show openness to co-branded experiences and community engagement programs that could be expanded with tech-enabled learning, local business sponsorships, and parent-education events.

Technology-enabled outreach Existing tech stack (WordPress, React, Airtable, Zoom) supports scalable online experiences and donor engagement, suggesting upsell opportunities in digital tours, virtual workshops, donor portals, and data-driven fundraising campaigns.