"We went to cool places like museums and Phantoms games. It makes me feel like I fit in.  Sometimes at school I don’t feel like I fit in, because I’m the only one in my class whose father has died."
— B.W., program participant

"We wrote a whole song about a happy event about a father, and it really just embodied all of the good memories and also pointed to a future of making good memories even though he's not around anymore."
— A.B., volunteer chaperone

"I’ve devoted my career to caring for children and adults impacted by deaths in their families.  Daddy’s Spirit helps kids have fun again while seeking meaning and purpose in their lives—even in the face of tragedy.  Its hands-on, practical approach to bereavement support is quite unique.  This is a program that is truly worthy of your support."
— Robert Zucker, MA, FT, member of the Daddy’s Spirit Advisory Board

"Children and teens who’ve had a father die experience many changes in their lives.  Programs like Daddy’s Spirit help children know they’re not alone, and provide the opportunity for them to feel understood and heard.”
— Donna L. Schuurman, EdD, FT, Executive Director, The Dougy Center for Grieving Children & Families and a member of the Daddy’s Spirit Advisory Board

"Thank you so much for inviting us to the game.  We had a wonderful experience that we will never forget."

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"Thank you for the chance of a lifetime for the boys; they will never forget Sunday's game - they couldn't stop talking about it!"

— J.L. and D.P., parents of children in the Daddy's Spirit program talking about our visit to the Phialdelphia Flyers' Captain's Corner suite in the "Instant Classic" final regular season 2010 game - the shootout win over the Rangers which propelled the team to an unforgettable Stanley Cup Finals run.

"I lost my dad when I was 12 years old. I wish someone had had the vision for such an organization when I was a kid. I felt all alone, and had no one to talk to about my sadness. Thanks for offering such a wonderful gift to children."
— G. S., Schwenksville, PA

"Wow!  It's amazing what you've done and where you're headed with this organization!  Your organization is going to be such a valuable resource to so many children."
— M.S., San Francisco, CA


"What wonderful work you are doing!"
— K.J., Port Washington, NY


"I applaud you for founding and championing this important organization."
— O.L., Cleveland, OH


"We lost my father tragically three years ago. . .I know how hard it is to deal with a father's loss and am still dealing with it and missing him every day.  I am very interest[ed] in volunteering in any way that I can."
— M.B., Washington, DC


"I was very moved to see the project you have started.  It is a wonderful idea for a very good cause.  It brought back a lot of memories.  If there is anything we can do to help let us know."
— N.M., Lake Worth, FL


"Thank you for sharing your website with us.  We looked at it and commend the valuable work that you are trying to achieve."
— L.K., Boston, MA


"I was very moved when I found out about your site and your mission and would love to get involved. . . Great and wonderful idea and thank you for putting your energy into it."
— J.H., Maplewood, NJ

"What a great project! Congratulations! It will be a lot of work but very worthwhile. I volunteer, both in a school and at a church, with children (many of whom are fatherless), and I can assure you that the rewards will be great"
— B.L., Rocky Mount, NC