Tommy K Pay It Forward Initiative

05/10/2026

$13000.00 !!!!!!!!!!!!

What a night. 💜

Because of this incredible community, this year’s 8th Annual Tommy K Pay It Forward Fundraiser — complete with our totally rad 80’s theme, 40 amazing raffle prizes, generous cash donations, and a live auction item that alone raised $475 — became our biggest fundraiser EVER, raising an unbelievable $13,000.

Eight years ago, this started with one simple hope: to make sure Tommy’s spirit, kindness, and heart for people would never be forgotten. This community continues to exceed anything I ever imagined.

Thank you to every donor, sponsor, volunteer, business, friend, family member, and supporter who showed up, contributed, laughed, danced, donated, and helped make this night so special. The love and commitment behind this event is what keeps Tommy’s legacy alive and allows us to continue paying it forward in his honor.

We are beyond grateful. ❤️

The 2026 scholarships are:
2026 FHS Graduate, $2500 - To Be Announced
Brady Mathieu - $1700
Savanah Ham - $1700
Callie Rocheleau - $1700
Jacob Chapman - $1700
Madison Ricker - $1700

* We are the only scholarship in town with a loyalty component - you get something from the Tommy K Pay It Forward Initiative all 4 years you pursue your degree!

* Scholarships are provided at the beginning of August as recipients head back to school.

Last, we will be donating $2000 to Callan’s Cause (Zack Cardinal Erica Arguin) As Callan continues to inspire us as a double amputee, and mastering walking on his prosthetic legs - we would like to help offsite the cost of his legs which will be needed as he continues to grow. TommyK is in your corner Callan and we can't wait to see you run!

Love and Luck to all - thank you!

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05/07/2026

THE 8th Annual Tommy K Pay It Forward Fundraiser VIRTUAL RAFFLE IS NOW LIVE!

Remember, this event is open to all. Funds raised from raffles will go directly to the Tommy K Pay It Forward scholarships for 2026.

You can:
* Purchase tickets now, virtually . . . just comment on the items in the Tommy K Raffles 2026 photo album which can be found here:
*Please include the number of tickets you want to put in the raffle prize item's comments section. My team and I will write out your tickets for you and place them in the appropriate basket the day of the event!

OR

Purchase tickets in person at the event Saturday 5/9 at 4pm @ Farmington House of Pizza NH and add them to your raffle prize buckets of choice in person.

(There is no "advantage" here as far as purchasing early or at the event itself, other than you can participate even if you can't attend the event in-person on Saturday. All tickets for each raffle will be placed in a large bucket and mixed up, shaken, etc. prior to choosing the winner!)

Ticket prices are:
$3 each
5 for $15
10 for $20
15 for $25
25 for $40
50 for $60
100 for $75

Raffle tickets can be purchased virtually by:
Venmo: -Haskell-1
PayPal: [email protected]
Remember, the online album is now open:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1CdAUyuRPe/?

Comment within the pictures of the prizes you want and how many tickets for each!

Enjoy the BEST RAFFLE IN TOWN!!!
Long Live MY BROTHER - YOUR FRIEND - and a Community Legend . . . TommyK!

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04/15/2026

I'm excited to announce that we have our first TommyK raffle of 2026! Thank you to Steve Sprague for the annual Tommy K Pay It Forward Scholarship Fundraiser jersey that you designed especially with Tommy in mind! I love that the "green" fits this years theme of 80's - where we loved all things Neon!

For anyone interested in donating a raffle to this years fundraiser, here's some details:

* The event will be held on 5/9 .
- Yes, you can bring your raffle directly to FHOP the day of the event.
- Please send a picture of your raffle in advance so I can promote it in the TommyK album on FB.

* You can drop off raffles at my house (or we can coordinate a pickup) between now and May 7th. (The Haskell's will be gone 4/26 - 5/1 on vacation, but there will be someone watching the house and pups!)
- I like to have as many raffles as possible by May 7th so we can launch the online virtual raffle.

As a reminder, this year, we are raising funds for 4 loyalty scholarships and Callen's Cause.

LET'S GO - let's have another amazing year in memory of dear old TommyK!

04/07/2026

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04/01/2026

$56,250.00!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The 8th Annual Tommy K Pay It Forward Fundraiser is right around the corner. This is a perfect time to remind everyone of how much of a difference you've made in the previous 7 years of supporting and participating in this great event. Because of the so-many generous cash donations, as well as the unbelievable donation of coveted raffle prizes, and most importantly the attendance and purchase of raffle tickets the day of the event - we have raised and awarded a total of $56,250.00! We have handed out scholarships at 7 FHS graduations, provided loyalty scholarships to each recipient as they completed their undergrad degree, recognized amazing individuals that demonstrated strong sense of community and potential, supported Trades, and helped families in their time of need.

I'm fortunate to honor my brother Thomas Krawczyk's legacy every year and be the face of the Tommy K Pay It Forward Initiative, but it is all of you that have helped this scholarship evolve and grow - ALL OF YOU, that have helped make an impact and difference in Farmington. Thank you!

I hope you will consider helping again this year, and of course, joining us for another amazing event where we can continue to pay it forward and celebrate our dearest, TommyK!
(Many have asked, and yes . . . we are currently accepting monetary and raffle prize donations for this years event and scholarships.)

03/24/2026

Today, I kick off what will be one post after another about the 8th Annual Tommy K Pay It Forward Fundraiser! (and I make no apologies for it!)

About a month ago, we received the largest donation to date: $2,500.

The significance and impact of this donation is huge, as it single-handedly covers the 2026 Tommy K Pay It Forward Initiative scholarship that will be handed out at FHS graduation in June.

That means that all money we raise at this years fundraiser in May, will go towards loyalty scholarships

The meaning behind it is even more significant.
This donation came from my former teammate and forever friend, Jean Everidge, on behalf of the Ted Everidge scholarship.

For years, KJ Cardinal & Angie Rose put on the best pub crawl in Ted's memory, and it's not lost on me that so many of you contributed to this great cause, which has now contributed to the TommyK scholarship. Thank you KJ & Angie!

Anyone who knew Ted, and knew Tommy would tell you they were similar type guys - beloved, hard-working, fun, all-around men. They are both missed so much.

Brandi is a huge supporter of the TommyK fundraiser, having shown up every year with Paul Sanders to help me set up the venue. She became my teammate back in 1994 . . . and she continues to be my teammate today! Us Tigers stick together.

Thank you seems insignificant, Brandi . . . but I'll say it anyway - THANK YOU, my friend. I couldn't do this year after year without you. I love and appreciate you so very much!

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02/18/2026

It's back . . .

Let's have another record breaking year in Tommy's memory.

https://www.facebook.com/share/1C1b2KEGBz/

05/07/2025

TOMMY K VIRTUAL RAFFLE IS NOW LIVE!
Remember, this event is open to all. Funds raised from raffles will go directly to the Tommy K scholarships for 2025.

You can:
* Purchase tickets now, virtually . . . just comment on the items in the Tommy K Raffles 2025 photo album: https://www.facebook.com/share/16b9zY878K/?

*Please include the number of tickets you want to put in the raffle prize item's comments section. I will write out your tickets for you and place them in the appropriate basket the day of the event!
OR
Purchase tickets in person at the event Saturday 5/10 at 4pm , and add them to your raffle prize buckets of choice in person.
(There is no "advantage" here as far as purchasing early or at the event itself, other than you can participate even if you can't attend the event on Saturday. All tickets for each raffle will be placed in a large bucket and mixed up, shaken, etc. prior to choosing the winner!)
Ticket prices are:
$3 each
5 for $15
10 for $20
15 for $25
25 for $40
50 for $60
100 for $75
Raffle tickets can be purchased virtually by:
Venmo - -Haskell-1
PayPal - [email protected]
Remember, the online album is now open. Comment within the pictures of the prizes you want and how many tickets for each!
Enjoy the BEST RAFFLE IN TOWN!!!
Long Live MY BROTHER - YOUR FRIEND - THE LEGEND . . .
TOMMY K!

05/07/2025

3-days and counting. Reminder about Saturday's TommyK Pay It Forward Fundraiser - happening at FHOP, starts at 4pm, tons of amazing raffles have been donated. Virtual Raffle goes live later today. (Album here: https://www.facebook.com/share/16b9zY878K/? )

*Please include the number of tickets you want to put in the raffle prize item's comments section. I will write out your tickets for you and place them in the appropriate basket the day of the event!

OR

Purchase tickets in person at the event Saturday 5/10 at 4pm , and add them to your raffle prize buckets of choice in person.
(There is no "advantage" here as far as purchasing early or at the event itself, other than you can participate even if you can't attend the event on Saturday. All tickets for each raffle will be placed in a large bucket and mixed up, shaken, etc. prior to choosing the winner!)
Ticket prices are:
$3 each
5 for $15
10 for $20
15 for $25
25 for $40
50 for $60
100 for $75
Raffle tickets can be purchased virtually by:
Venmo - -Haskell-1
PayPal - [email protected]
Remember, the online album is now open. Comment within the pictures of the prizes you want and how many tickets for each!
Enjoy the BEST RAFFLE IN TOWN!!!
Long Live MY BROTHER - YOUR FRIEND - THE LEGEND . . .
TOMMY K!

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04/01/2025

How amazing! We have the largest TommyK order ever - with a total of 117 Hoodies & T-Shirts being ordered! (I also know from experience, they'll be more trickling in!)
If you ordered apparel, prices are listed below. Please pay as soon as you can. This helps us keep the process streamlined and the project on track!

03/04/2025

Well, the time is finally here and I'm SOOOOO EXCITED to announce the Tommy K Pay It Forward Initiative 2025 Design.

!!!!! LONG POST, BUT PLEASE READ SO YOU UNDERSTAND THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE DESIGN !!!!!

As many of you know, I always design a new Hoodie & T-Shirt in memory of Tommy K every 2 years. There's a lot of thought and planning that goes into these designs, as they're representative of all-things Tommy K (which in part means they're all-things Krawczyk too!)

First, hear me out and let me tell you a little bit about what inspired this years design.

1.) It is based off of mine, Tommy and Pat's favorite childhood movie. One that we watched so many times, my mother had to re-purchase a VHS because we killed the first one. One that we quoted endlessly (Pat and I still do - "and then, the worst thing I ever done: I mixed up all this fake puke at home and then I went to this movie theater, hid the puke in my jacket, climbed up to the balcony and then, t-t-then, I made a noise like this...hughhh, and then I dumped it over the side, all over the people in the audience!". Figure it out yet? (Some of you already did - and that amazed me BTW!)

2.) Much of the design is a nod of respect and adoration for our father, Ronald G Krawczyk - the guy that Tommy adored and once said: "helped him become the man he was." Our dearest Dad was a sailor, having served in the Navy during Vietnam. He always told us these amazing stories of his adventures. He would also share maps and the coordinates of where he visited and he always reminded us that "those coordinates will guide you home whenever you need it most."

3.) Tattoos - the "unnatural" things that Dad always reminded us kids: "if God wanted you to have tattoos you would have been born with them." Pretty funny coming from a guy covered in them. Nice try, Daddy-O! Sailors get many tattoos that tell a story about where they've been and what they've accomplished. Dad had most of them - the hula girl, the sparrows on his chest . . . but perhaps the one that meant the most was his eagle with the anchor. The anchor represents one's journey across the Atlantic, and symbolizes strength, stability, and resilience; the anchor represents a grounded foundation while the rope signifies the ability to weather life's storms and hold fast through challenges.

* This years design has all those things. We grew up on "Goonies Never Say Die", so it's only fitting that it has now become "Legends Never Die".

* The nautical star on the back of the shirt includes the longitude and latitude for the place we can always come home to . . . Farmington, NH.

* The Anchor/Ropes on the arm remind us to be strong and resilient, while holding fast through challenges.

* One Eyed W***y is now an Irish version we can refer to as "lucky, one-eyed Tommy."

And of course there is that glorious orange beard that any pirate or sailor would be proud to have.

Hoodies and T-Shirts will be available in grey or black, sizes from s-###L.

While I don't have final prices, Colby Jenks Screen Printing & Embroidery has gone above and beyond to help me stay cost-effective $$$$, because he understands the importance of this event for our community. Based on previous orders, Hoodies will be under $40, T-shirts will be under $20. (Probably, closer to $35 and $15)

I will start taking orders now, until March 24th, to ensure that they are ready to be picked up at this years TommyK Pay It Forward Fundraiser, on May 10th. (FHOP - 4PM)

I hope you love them as much as I do, and will wear them proudly in memory of TommyK!

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