News & Notes

We are proud to introduce Tuesday’s Promise—a name that reflects our mission: to provide lifelong support, meaningful connection, and accessible programs for those affected by traumatic loss to empower individuals and families to build resilience at every stage of life. Grief evolves. Trauma resurfaces. Our support continues. For nearly 25 years, Tuesday’s Children has provided support, connection, and hope to individuals and families impacted by traumatic loss. As our commu

There is something powerful about knowing that when a family reaches out for help, they are not reaching out alone. When you are experiencing grief or trauma, finding the right resources can be overwhelming.

For Susanne, running for Tuesday's Promise has been about more than crossing finish lines. It has been an opportunity to raise awareness and introduce others to the organization's mission. Whether someone donates, asks about the charity she is running for, or she meets a fellow runner along the course, every connection reminds her of the power of community.

We were honored to be the recipients of the O'Halloran Memorial Golf Outing fundraiser for the third year in a row! Held at Plantation Lakes Golf & Country Club in Millsboro, Delaware, the annual event brings together friends and family for a day of golf in memory of Chris O'Halloran, 9/11 Responder and U.S. Navy Veteran. The O'Halloran Memorial Golf Outing is a particularly meaningful tribute because Chris O'Halloran so powerfully embodied our mission. Through both his coura

The August Mentor of the Month is Mark D.! When his sons had grown up, Mark found himself looking for a new way to give back. A conversation with a good friend, and fellow Tuesday’s Promise mentor, Brian K., introduced him to mentoring through Tuesday's Promise.

At just 17 years old, Ella Kane is already making a meaningful impact on the Gold Star community. A Maryland native preparing to enter her senior year of high school, Ella balances a busy life filled with baking, biking, reading, volleyball, track and field, and spending time with friends. Behind her many interests, however, is a deep commitment to supporting military families who have experienced loss. Ella's connection to Tuesday's Promise began through opportunities she an

As we approach the 25th anniversary of September 11th, I have been reflecting on the many conversations our team has had with members of our community over the past year. One thing has become abundantly clear: there is no single way to grieve.

9/11 Responder, 9/11 & Veteran Advocate, Founder & President of the FealGood Foundation, Founder & Chairman of the 9/11 Responders Remembered Park, Kidney Donor, Congressional Medal of Honor Winner for Citizens Above & Beyond, NYS Liberty Award Recipient, NYC Bronze Medallion Honoree, Pat Tillman Foundation Honoree, NY Presidential Emmy Honoree John Feal is best known for his work with the FealGood Foundation (“FGF”), a 9/11 First Responder advocacy group that has provided

The June Mentor of the Month is Reid! Reid's motivation for mentoring came from wanting to be the person he wished he'd had growing up. He jumped at the opportunity when it came his way through Tuesday's Promise, driven by the desire to be a positive male figure in someone's life.

The April Mentor of the Month is Brad! When Brad first considered becoming a mentor, his motivation was simple: he wanted to give back. Having had some mentorship experience in the past, he was drawn to the opportunity to make a meaningful difference through Tuesday’s Children.

Sergeant Major Kevin Bittenbender served with the U.S. Army for 34 years and retired in September 2018. He was deployed several times in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, including combat deployments to Afghanistan.

The March Mentor of the Month is Laurene! Laurene is no stranger to having her days filled with activities centered around young people as she raised her two sons. Now that they’re grown and flown, mentoring felt like a natural next chapter.

Our February Mentor of the month is Abby Titmas! Having moved around a lot growing up, and as an adopted only child, Abby always cherished any opportunity to feel a part of something and to build connection. She was inspired to become a mentor with Tuesday’s Children because of the incredible mentors she’s had in her life—teachers, adults, and peers—who helped shape who she is today. She wanted to pay that forward by offering guidance and being a trusted, supportive resource

Our January Mentor of the month is Matt M.! Matt joined Tuesday’s Children to give back in a way that created real impact. He joined our program in order to support families who have served our country; and his match with Daniel has quickly become something special.

This month, we’re proud to highlight Sam, whose steady presence, thoughtful conversations, and genuine heart have made a meaningful impact in his mentoring relationship with Myles. Sam was inspired to become a mentor because he wanted to give back in a way that created real, personal impact.

This year, Tuesday's Children teamed up with 9/11 Day to create and distribute care packages to surviving 9/11 first responders during the Rise Up & Remember Volunteer Days on September 9th and 10th.

Charity Founded Following 9/11 Continues Long-Standing Local Tradition & Support of Military Families September 13, 2024, Manhasset, NY — Tuesday’s Children today announced it will be hosting its annual Long Island fundraiser event titled “Unity in Community: A Local Tribute” on Tuesday, September 24th to pay tribute to the community where it began 23 years ago. This year Tuesday’s Children will honor the Church of Saint Mary, Manhasset, for being a beacon of light within our