Patrick S. Barrett Foundation established

Over the last 8 years, we started from scratch. We didn’t know what we were doing and were still reeling from the loss of our beloved Patrick. With the guidance of the Riley Hospital Foundation, the love of family and friends and the continued support of individuals across the state of Indiana (and beyond), we have successfully raised over $500,000 for the Precision Genomics Program at Riley Hospital for Children.

The past year has given us the opportunity to adapt, grow and continue to increase our efforts - and Patrick’s legacy. In December 2023, we announced the creation of The Patrick S. Barrett Endowment Fund at Riley Hospital. This unique opportunity was presented to us and without a doubt, we all agreed this was the next phase of our efforts. With a goal of $150,000 raised in five years, the endowment fund works towards the long-term goal - a cure for this horrible disease. Funds directed to the Endowment Fund support children’s cancer researchers affiliated with Riley Children’s Hospital. The Endowment is a fund that lasts forever. Funds raised will be invested by Riley Children’s Foundation. As the investment earns income, a portion of those earnings is made available each year to propel children’s cancer research.

2024 brings us an amazing partnership to FINALLY establish our 501C-3…The Patrick S. Barrett Foundation. Our newly formed Board of Directors will guide us in our efforts to make a difference.

Within this foundation, we will focus on 2 specific areas of fundraising. 1. We will continue to raise money for the PS We Love You Fund through our Tackle Childhood Cancer Campaign each September. 2. We will grow our endowment fund through our St. Patrick’s Day event fundraising, The Shamrock Shootout Golf Outing, The Reindeer Run Mini-Marathon and 5K and our Home for the Holidays event.

While we’re experiencing considerable changes in our organization, our goal remains the same - honor our PS every day in all of our efforts and every time you see our green hand logo, you are honoring him along side us.

Greg and Molly Barrett