Our intention is to ensure that Foxboro Never Forgets the tragedy that occurred on September 11, 2001. Moreover, in the words of our good friend Cindy McGinty, it is important to remember that "the horrible people who planned that horrible day thought they were making us weaker. They made us stronger... they brought us together." We would like to bring Foxboro together and pay tribute to the many Americans that lost their lives on September 11th and the many others that continue to serve to keep us safe.
In 2009, President Obama signed into law the Serve America Act, a bill sponsored by the late Senator Kennedy, making September 11th a national day of service and remembrance. Our plan is to invite every club, group, and organization in town to participate in town-wide community service projects on the morning of September 11th. That afternoon we will gather on the common to enjoy the traditional McGinty Family Fun Day activities. All funds raised will go towards the McGinty Scholarship Fund and a September 11th memorial, which will be built at the Foxboro Public Safety Building.
Read more about our mission and activities here.
Mark your calendars:
McGinty Family Fun Day
Saturday, September 11, 2010
11:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Foxboro Common
Read more about this fun-filled day here or view the flyer.
Tax-deductible donations for the planned September 11th memorial can be sent to Foxboro Never Forgets Inc., PO Box 626, Foxboro, MA, 02035.
Dough Raiser
September 20-22, 2010
Uno Chicago Grill, Wrentham (at the outlet mall)
Purchase any meal at Uno's in Wrentham between September 20 and 22, present this coupon, and Foxboro Never Forgets will receive 20% of the proceeds. This offer is valid during all business hours and for both carry-out and eat-in. Don't forget to take the coupon with you!
Raffle Tickets
Foxboro Never Forgets is selling raffle tickets for a chance to win 4 tickets to a New England Patriots football game. Please contact us at foxboroneverforgets AT yahoo DOT com to arrange.
Service Projects
Organizations and clubs in town are beginning their service projects. You can read about them here. If your organization has a project you would like included in the list, please contact us at foxboroneverforgets AT yahoo DOT com.
Recent News
July 8, 2010: "Bad day, good deeds: Foxborough man’s response to 9/11 continues to inspire his community," Boston Globe
July 8, 2010: "Plans for 9/11 memorial OK'd," Foxboro Reporter
July 4, 2010: Foxboro Never Forgets rallied 47 people who gave nearly 200 hours to help make the first-ever Harvard Pilgrim 10K at Patriot Place road race a successful event.
June 10, 2010: "Fund drive set for 9/11 memorial," Foxboro Reporter
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