Friends of Wellesley Metco, Inc.
Charity profile
Friends of Wellesley METCO, Inc. is an independent charitable organization dedicated to helping Wellesley’s METCO students make the most of the educational opportunities provided by the METCO program.
FWMI is a diverse, all-volunteer group that comprises parents and educators in the Wellesley community, and parents/caregivers of Boston-resident students.
FWMI seeks donations from area residents, houses of worship and other nonprofits, businesses, educators, and from the Boston community. Funds received are used to:
Subsidize a broad range of educational support programs, including academic summer programs for elementary students; after-school tutoring in mathematics for elementary and middle-school students; and SAT test preparation for high school students;
Provide academic achievement awards;
Award scholarships to METCO graduates and alumni as they pursue a post-secondary education.