Ed Walsh Foundation

Dedicated to helping Boston area children and families

Smile-On

Smile On Grant Ed Walsh FoundationThe Ed Walsh Foundation is thrilled to announce the roll-out of the Smile-On Grant program.  In the face of adversity, our philosophy is that you have to keep smiling.  It was how Ed lived his life and it is the attitude I've tried to instill in our children.

The Ed Walsh Foundation was created to carry on Ed's legacy, continue the work that he did helping children in need and celebrate his pride and joy, our children.  The Smile-On Grant is one way the Foundation aims to carry out this mission.

Designed to help parents, teachers, coaches and specialists who work with children with special needs, my hope is that we can spread a little joy to those who deserve it.  For every teacher who spends her own money buying educational games, toys and supplies for her classroom; To every parent of a child with a disability who faces the expense of buying the right “stuff” to satisfy a child's needs.  Our hope is that the Smile-On Grant can help cover some of these costs so that no one goes without.

Thank you to everyone who has helped make this program possible.  Your donations help support the Foundation and the work that we do.  Thank you for helping us spread Ed's infectious smile and joy to others.

Smile-On!

Kristen

Smile-On Grant Guidelines

Upcoming Events

Here is a look at some of the scheduled events for the Ed Walsh Foundation.  Please be sure to follow us on Facebook, or subscribe to our newsletter to receive updates on events and activities.

Please note that events for 2021 are fluid. We are hopeful that we'll be able to gather again and hold at least one of our annual events. 

8th Annual Ed Walsh Wiffle® Ball Tournament

Ed Walsh Wiffle Ball Tournament

The 8th Annual Ed Walsh Wiffle® Ball Tournament will be held at Billings Field on October 11, 2021.  The first 7 events have been a huge success and we look forward to everyone joining us for another great day.  We'll have a bouncy house and lots of fun activities for the kids, so bring the whole family down for a fun day raising money to support Boston area children and families.

Registration is not open yet for this event.

Don't want to register a team, but want to be part of the event? Come on down to cheer on the teams, or join us as a Volunteer.  We are grateful for everyone who helps out to make this event a success!

Volunteer sign up (sign-ups will open as we get closer to the event)

We look forward to seeing you on the 11th!

Fenian Sons

(Photo by Maia Kennedy Photography)

Spring Fundraiser: March 18, 2022

Join us at our Spring fundraiser to celebrate Ed's life and his love for all things Irish.  It will be a fun night with music by The Fenian Sons, a silent auction and our “Pot of Gold” raffle.  Multiple winners will be chosen and the grand prize winner will win $500.  So come on out to show your support and help us raise money for our Smile-On Grant program.

Date:  March 18, 2022

Location:  American Legion Post 440, 295 California Street, Newton

Time:  7pm-Midnight

Tickets:  $25 at the door

Proceeds from the event will be used for our Smile-On Grant program that provides grant money to teachers, coaches, parents and specialists who help children in school and sports.

Sign Up to Volunteer at the Event (sign-ups not open yet)

Please Contact Us if you would like to donate an item for our silent auction.

Visit The Fenian Sons page to see a complete list of upcoming events for the band

Playground

Playground Project

Thank you to everyone who purchased a raffle ticket for the Playground Project.  With your help the school was able to reach their fundraising goal and a new playground will be built this summer.  Thank you for helping the Foundation keep Ed's giving spirit alive and help children in the community where he lived and worked!