Forrest Spence Fund

The FSF assists with the non-medical needs of critically or chronically ill children and their families throughout the Mid-South.

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You’re invited! Join us for the Forest of Hope Book Release Party on Thursday, September 11! Written by Ruth Ashcraft Munday and illustrated by Jennifer Wilkinson Thomas, Forest of Hope is a beautiful story we can’t wait to share with you.

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Want to support a great cause while getting your name out there? Our 2nd Annual Mahjong Mingle is happening on September 30, and we’d love to partner with you or your business as a sponsor!

You can view sponsorship levels through the link below.
https://t.co/KD43wSFUKC

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Today we’re celebrating TWO amazing years of Pesi at the FSF! We’re so thankful for all she does for our team and the families we serve.

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This week, Pesi reflects on the emotional side of life with a chronic illness — the grief, the growth, and the importance of finding people who truly get it.

💬 Read the last post in the series at https://t.co/AKdfhaaewn

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Today we’re celebrating FOUR amazing years with Marilyn! We’re so grateful for all she brings to the FSF team and the families we serve.

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Wanna help make race day extra special? We’re still looking for a few amazing volunteers!

Sign up through the link below! 💙
https://t.co/CpLYGQNgwW

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The Forrest Spence Fund will be serving dinner @lebonheurchildrens from 6-7pm. Come on down! We would love to see you.

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Grahamn is 6 months old & was hospitalized at birth due to complications. We were able to help his family with a car payment during this time.

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Week 2 of our Chronic Illness Awareness Month blog series is live.

This week, Pesi shares what it’s like to live with an illness that doesn’t always “look” like one and the constant pressure to prove your pain is real.

💬 Read her story at https://t.co/AKdfhaaewn

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We’re hiring!

Apply to be a fall intern at the Forrest Spence Fund and gain wonderful experience in the nonprofit world, while receiving credit towards your degree.

To apply, email your resume to [email protected]

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Andrea is 17 years old and we awarded her family a grant during her hospitalization at Le Bonheur to help them during this hard time.

#fsfmemphis #empathyunderstandinghope #clientspotlight

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Follow along each Monday for a 3-part blog series written by our Communications Director, Pesi Katz, who shares from her own experience being diagnosed with a chronic illness.

🔗 Read the full post: https://t.co/AKdfhaaewn

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We are always honored to assist families in Memphis who have a chronically or critically ill child.

#empathyunderstandinghope #FSFmemphis

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Assisting with hospital needs is one of the four core pillars of our mission. Each month we look for needs in our area children’s hospitals and do our best to meet them.

#empathyunderstandinghope #FSFMemphis

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It’s Chronic Illness Awareness Month 🩵 We’re sending extra love to all the warriors who wake up every day and keep going, even when it’s hard. At Forrest Spence Fund, we’re here to walk alongside you—through the good days, the tough ones, and everything in between.

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Happy Father’s Day from all of us at the Forrest Spence Fund!

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The Forrest Spence Fund will be serving dinner @lebonheurchildrens from 6-7pm. Come on down! We would love to see you.

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We are always honored to assist families in Memphis who have a chronically or critically ill child.

#fsfmemphis #empathyunderstandinghope

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We are so thankful for our partnership with Lockton Companies! Their Delta Blues Bash raised $10,000 to support the non-medical needs of critically and chronically ill children and their families. We are so grateful for their heart and commitment to our mission!

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Listen to our latest podcast guest, Cindy Lytle. She shares the story of her son, Owen, who passed away shortly after birth. She reflects on his early arrival and the challenges her family walked through during that time.

https://t.co/8gyOqt6Ifv

#inthefaceofillness #fsfpodcast