The Jimmy Balchune Memorial Fund

The Jimmy Balchune Memorial Fund The Jimmy Balchune Memorial Fund was created to honor the memory of Jimmy Balchune, who unexpectedly passed away at the age of 39 on October 13th, 2020.

Mission Statement:

The Jimmy Balchune Memorial Fund was created to honor the memory of Jimmy Balchune, who unexpectedly passed away at the age of 39 on October 13th, 2020. A father, husband, brother, cousin, grandson, and a friend to many; Jimmy was a rare individual who unselfishly strived to serve others and always put family first. 100% of proceeds generated will go towards a local non-profit

organization within the Greater Pittston Area through partnership with the Luzerne Foundation. If you would like to donate please visit the Luzerne Foundation’s website year round at:

https://www.luzfdn.org/cause-posts/jimmy-balchune-memorial-fund/?fbclid=IwAR34l-etivwYiaBPiBH6qx-OBomHrCaH-hQT1o4Gklax6CbIjJq-bay_hto

Non-Profit Organization $10,000 Donations:
2021-Duryea Wildcats

07/02/2026

Thank you to Mericle Construction and The Family Prescription Counter in Duryea for their very generous donations to this year’s Memorial Fund. 👏👏👏

That’s a wrap on this years event. Thank you to everyone that helped out, donated, attended and spoke highly of Jimmy ag...
06/28/2026

That’s a wrap on this years event. Thank you to everyone that helped out, donated, attended and spoke highly of Jimmy again this year. We couldn’t do it without all of you. Congratulations to The Duryea Betterment Committee on being the recipient of this years $10,000 grant. With the great success that we had this year, we are also thrilled to announce that we will be awarding and an additional grant for $2,500.00 to The Pittston Area Football Alumni Association. Thank you to all that applied and we hope you continue to do so in the future. From the bottom of hearts, thank you everyone. Please share any pictures taken on this page! Also, keep June 26th, 2027 open in your calendars 😉 Jimmy was smiling down on all of us yesterday and will continue to do so forever. I know he would be so proud of everyone. ❤️❤️🙏

06/27/2026
Thank you to our friend Norm who has been a great friend all these years. How about a chance at a Lennox Lewis autograph...
06/27/2026

Thank you to our friend Norm who has been a great friend all these years. How about a chance at a Lennox Lewis autographed boxing glove in a display case! He was Jimmy’s favorite boxer and Norm never forgot. Thanks!!

06/26/2026

Thank you to everyone that helped set up today. We are ready to rock tomorrow and hope to see everyone starting at Noon.

We are COOKING with this donation of a grilling basket donated by Jose Cartagena and Amor Jess ! We appreciate you! Than...
06/26/2026

We are COOKING with this donation of a grilling basket donated by Jose Cartagena and Amor Jess ! We appreciate you! Thanks bunches!

We are WINNING this year with all our donations! A huge Thank You to Lee Bomber , Brittany Balchune Bomber , Emerson, Sa...
06/25/2026

We are WINNING this year with all our donations! A huge Thank You to Lee Bomber , Brittany Balchune Bomber , Emerson, Sadie and Eli! A lottery bouquet with a WHOPPING $100 in lottery tickets! Come out Saturday and take a gamble on this and our dozens of other prizes!

06/25/2026

If anyone has a raffle basket to drop off, we will be there all day tomorrow starting at 8AM. Thank you in advance!

06/25/2026

Thank you to The Pittston Diner for their annual charitable donation for this years event. We can always count on you! Much appreciated! Make sure you stop and check them out, always delicious.

Thank you to the Duryea America Legion SAL’s for this donation to our raffle. This will certainly be located in the big ...
06/25/2026

Thank you to the Duryea America Legion SAL’s for this donation to our raffle. This will certainly be located in the big ticket section. On top of this grill they will be there all day cooking up some great food for us. Make sure you stop by their tent. Thank you for being there for us since Day 1!!

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87 Main Street
Duryea, PA
18642

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