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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.


10th Annual Ed Walsh Wiffle® Ball Tournament

Ed Walsh Wiffle Ball Tournament

The 10th Annual Ed Walsh Wiffle® Ball Tournament will be held at Billings Field on October 9, 2023.  Our 8 in person events have been a huge success and brought family and friends together to celebrate Ed. Even during COVID when we couldn't gather together, we celebrated by playing Wiffle ball with family and friends in our COVID bubble. In typical Ed fashion, he has lifted us up when we needed it most, and brought so much joy to us every year as we've celebrated the October holiday with you all.

We look forward to everyone joining us for the 10th and FINAL Ed Walsh Wiffle® Ball Tournament.  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 now open for this event. Register your team today so that you don't miss out on our final event.

Sign up to volunteer and help us out on the day of the event.


Spring Fundraiser: March 22, 2024

Fenian Sons

(Photo by Maia Kennedy Photography)

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, 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 23, 2024

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

Time:  7pm-11pm

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-Up to donate an item for our silent auction.

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!

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