Barbara J. Mecum Foundation

06/03/2026

Many of us know all too well that cancer is a battle no one should have to face alone. While cancer sucks, one thing that never fails to inspire is the strength of a community like Boylston, coming together to support its own when it matters most.
The Barbara J. Mecum Foundation is proud to partner with our friends at the Boylston Police Officers Union to support Bob and Sherrie as they navigate this fight.
From now through June 7, we will donate an additional $5 for every shirt purchased to help support Bob and Sherrie during this challenging time.
Thank you for joining us in showing the power of community, compassion, and hope.

02/19/2026

We're saddened by the loss of our Aunt and Barbara's sister, Susan Nolan. So many memories by the pool on Roberts St and at Hampton and Salisbury Beach. Sneaking a little of the "egg nog" at the Christmas parties and the best spaghetti sauce (don't tell Mom I said that).

We miss you already, tell Bruce, Larry, Barbara, Diane, Linda and Bobby we miss them.

https://www.philbincomeaufh.com/obituaries/Susan-Nolan?obId=47261015&fbclid=IwY2xjawQD5aNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe1sC_sWl8KWwxhXjozp2uAV9ZYxaftX3XIwE0SYCEa08_4xdrlTN8UNePgTU_aem_HKuAgZjba0w5hurcXYm3Jw

View Susan Nolan's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

12/03/2025

Stay tuned for more information on our first fundraiser! Including an exciting partnership sharing our values and cause of supporting the communities of Boylston and Clinton.

www.barbarajmecumfoundation.com

11/22/2025

What we believe is that real impact does not come from the top down but from the bottom up or middle out. If instead of focusing on huge issues we spend that time and effort investing in our communities, the impact quickly becomes real.

We believe that small acts have large impacts -- something that seems small today can change someone's life and have a positive effect for generations.

We can cause a ripple effect within our communities. Like planting a tree whose shade you'll never sit in—that's Barbara's legacy.

Learn more at https://barbarajmecumfoundation.com

11/13/2025

11/07/2025

https://www.clintonitem.com/foundation-promotes-barbara-mecums-values/?fbclid=IwY2xjawN6uPBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFpSGZsajBtdkJFdGMzcFNWc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHlNViCiZMSi993UATrUHxByaMwLLLBdiK1uaL88uhsDh-Q7D6uzfjPROLH1x_aem_D2nIrh6mRihUTrN0rhX8mw

Thanks to Ken and Jan at The Item for helping us get the word out.

11/05/2025

Today, on what would be Barbara's 89th birthday, the Barbara J. Mecum Foundation officially opens its doors to support the communities in Boylston and Clinton. Barbara believed in the power of small acts and bottom-up change—and so do we.

We believe in empowering local projects, strengthening connections, and inspiring the kind of positive impacts she devoted her life to creating.

Small acts. Local dreams. Lasting change.

Ready to be part of Barbara's lasting impact? For more information on our foundation and upcoming events please visit

https://barbarajmecumfoundation.com