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In Memoriam

Dan JenksIt is with deep sadness that The Leprechaun Foundation announces the passing of Daniel Jenks, a former president of our organization. Dan became a Leprechaun in 1983 and tirelessly promoted our mission to fulfill wishes for terminally or chronically ill children.

Dan was the second president of our nonprofit and unwaveringly supported our efforts to put smiles on the faces of the children that we serve and their families. In our early years he spearheaded our fundraising activities.

He established the Leprechaun Fair at Assumption Academy in Broadview Heights, Ohio. This annual event has carnival-type games staffed by students with the proceeds donated to our Foundation. Children making dreams come true for other children.

We’ll miss Dan and extend our deepest sympathy to his family.

Leprechaun Fair 

This year’s event raised more than $7,000 for The Leprechaun Foundation which partners with The MetroHealth Foundation to make a difference in the lives of children.

St. Patrick’s Day Leprechaun Fair raised more than $7,000 - click for detailsAt Assumption Academy, St. Patrick’s Day isn’t just about wearing green and feeling lucky, it’s about making a difference in the lives of ill children.

For more than thirty-five years, students, teachers and parents have been participating in The Leprechaun Fair to support The Leprechaun Foundation. The event began in a single sixth grade classroom as the idea of Debbie DiBlasi and Dan Jenks, supporters of the Leprechaun Foundation. Over the years, the event expanded throughout the entire school to include preschool through eighth grade students. More

Leprechauns Sponsor Three Children to Youth Challenge…

Leprechauns Sponsor Three Children to Youth ChallengeWhat is every child’s wish? To be just like their peers! Every child wants to be a part of the same adventures as their friends. Every child wants to be included in the exact same activities as their siblings. Every child wants to attend the same events as their schoolmates. The Leprechaun Foundation has fulfilled those desires by sponsoring 3 participants in the activities offered at Youth Challenge. More

Leprechaun Fair 

Assumption Academy’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day event raises $5,670 in 2022

2022 St. Patrick’s Day Leprechaun Fair raises $5,670 - click for detailsOnce again, the Assumption Academy 8th graders worked hard behind the scenes to prepare carnival-like games for The Leprechaun Fair. This year $5,670 was raised by the fair to continue helping terminally and chronically ill children.

All the students have an opportunity to partake in the games, raffles, and concessions available at the fair—all to help raise money for the Leprechaun Foundation. More