The Durkin Foundation

Happy World Down Syndrome Day! 💙💛

None should go through this alone♥️

Proud to give our final donation of 2021 to D’youville Life and Wellness Communities. We are continuing our efforts by furthering the music therapy program for the Alzheimer’s/Dementia unit with a $7,500 donation! This program was so important to Claire during her times there.

Major thank you to the staff at D’youville for all that they do!

Looking forward to 2022!

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We are happy to continue our yearly support to Incompass Human Services with a $2,500.00 donation to their adopt a family drive. This supported 5 families who are caretakers for those with a wide range of intellectual disabilities in their living communities, as well families they support. These gifts included basic necesites like deodorant and food , along with some Christmas gifts! We are excited to be able with to continue our support to such a great organization! Also, remember your friends and family members who caretakers during these uncertain times - they need your support!

We hope everyone is having a safe and happy holiday season! 🎄♥️🎁

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Happy to support the Thom Anne Sullivan Early Childhood Programs with a $2,000.00 donation! This money will be out towards formula for single mothers with children with a wide range of intellectual disabilities. We are so proud to support such a a great organization and help multiple families during these tough times.

Stay tuned for more holiday updates! 🎄🍼

We are honored to support Veteran Shawn Mulligan and his wife Pam with a check for $7,500! Shawn Mulligan is a retired Army veteran and Correction Officer as well as an EMT. In May 2021, Shawn Mulligan contracted MRSA, underwent at least 6 operations trying to suppress the infection and was later diagnosed with Blood Cancer. This has impacted his mobility and self independence greatly. This donation will be used to install a ramp into his home, as well as make ADA adjustments to his bathroom.

It was a pleasure meeting Shawn, despite all of his adversity, his personality was filled with positivity! 🇺🇸

So great to catch up with Sarah Cullen from Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress (MDSC) !

We’re excited to gift another 15 $100 gift cards, as well as 7 $100 gift cards to for the families they serve! Stay tuned for all the Holiday Edition updates!🎄🎁

Lots of fun coming up!

Major Announcement!

This will be our FINAL MAJOR FUNDRAISING EVENT for the Durkin Foundation. Donations from this evening will be disseminated over the upcoming years, continuing Brendan, Claire, and Patty’s legacy. The past four years, especially during the COVID-19 Pandemic, has shown the incredible bravery and tenacity of the families and individuals impacted by Alzheimer’s Disease, Intellectual Disabilities, and Veteran Affairs.

Join us for an unforgettable outdoor evening by the pool with delicious passed hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, and a show stopping dueling piano performance from Howl2GO Dueling Pianos! Lets gather, sing, dance and toast to the last four years and beyond of helping these amazing families! Cheers!

For Ticket and Sponsorship information:

Email Matt Durkin
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We are very saddened to hear of loss of our friend, Terry McCarthy. Terry and his wife, Kathleen have been so supportive of not only our organization since its inception, but so many local initiates.Our thoughts and prayers are with the McCarthy family and close friends during this incredibly tough time.

This is a huge loss to the Merrimack Valley community

May his memory be eternal.

Mr. Terrence J. "Terry" McCarthy - View Obituary & Service Information Share Memories and Support the Family.

One of Tyngsboro’s finest!

Go Cam!

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