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Massachusetts Advocates for Children

MAC 2026 Partnership Awards & Reception

 
 

An Evening of Celebration and Commitment — Join Us!

As challenges to education access continue to emerge, we are inspired by the hope that grows when we choose solidarity over silence. At our Partner Awards & Reception, The Right to Learn — Building the Future of Education with MAC, we will gather to reflect, recharge, and recommit to protecting the rights of students who need our support most. We are excited to honor vital partners in our work and connect with leaders across industries who share a vision for a future where our education system serves every learner.

 
 

 Honoring Leadership in Action

During the reception, we will recognize three leaders whose partnership and commitment have advanced education access and equity. Join as as we honor our awardees!

 
 
 

Corporate Impact Award

Presented to Affiliated Managers Group for sustained corporate partnership strengthening the movement to defend children’s rights. This award will be accepted by Caitlin Nunan, Vice President of Corporate Philanthropy and Events. AMG is a global partner to independent investment firms, renowned for its innovative partnership approach to investing and focus on community support through corporate philanthropy.

 

Strategic Advocacy Award

Presented to Jim Eisenberg, Partner at Preti Strategies, for leadership and policy expertise that has helped shape meaningful change for children across the Commonwealth. Jim has had a noteworthy career in Massachusetts state government, serving as Chief of Staff to the Speaker of the House from 2009 to 2017. A champion of education access, he helped secure legislation expanding higher-education opportunities for special education students through his pro bono work with MAC.

 

Social Justice Champion Award

Presented to Sonia Lalleyne, Assistant Chair-Faculty and Executive in Residence at Suffolk University, for dedicated efforts to expand opportunity for students and families. Sonia specializes in nonprofit leadership and public service. Previously, as Vice President and New England Regional Manager of Community Reinvestment for the Santander Bank Foundation, she directed millions of dollars in grant funding to nonprofit organizations across New England.

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