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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.


Thank you for your interest in the Foundation's upcoming events. At this time, we do not have any events scheduled for 2026. We are currently evaluating what events to do in the future. But rest assured, the Foundation is not going away.

We continue to honor Ed and continue his legacy of helping Boston children and families in need. Our Boston Marathon team is currently working hard to raise funds for the Foundation. The money they raise helps support our Smile-On Grant program and allows us to continue our commitment to the Oak Square YMCA and Camp Walsh.

You can help support our team and the Foundation by donating through Given Gain.


Spring Fundraiser: TBD

After 11 years of hosting our annual Spring Fundraiser, we are looking to switch-up the format and replace our silent auction with something else. Stay tuned!

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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