The Whelan Foundation

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The Whelan Foundation Our mission is to identify and empower the people and programs who elevate special education throughout Long Island and beyond.

Founded in 2008 by Lawrence and Deborah Whelan, the purpose of the Whelan Foundation is to provide funding and support to not-for-profit organizations across Long Island. We offer a scholarship program for students attending college studying special education and have further expanded our mission to help students with disabilities dramatically improve their level of educational success.

Today is a gentle reminder to connect, listen, and let the people in our lives know they’re not alone. Mental health mat...
10/10/2026

Today is a gentle reminder to connect, listen, and let the people in our lives know they’re not alone. Mental health matters, and everyone deserves compassion, support, and understanding.

Take a moment to check in on someone today, send a message, make a call, or simply ask, “How are you really doing?” A small act of kindness can make a meaningful difference.

Our friends at Long Island All Starz Field Hockey have been nominated for FourLeaf Best of Long Island in the Best Intra...
10/08/2026

Our friends at Long Island All Starz Field Hockey have been nominated for FourLeaf Best of Long Island in the Best Intramural Sports League-Adult Category! 🏑

Vote once a day, in every category, through 12/15 at bestoflongisland.com.

10/07/2026

We’re proud to support the Arthur Miller Foundation and its work to make theater education more accessible to public sch...
09/25/2026

We’re proud to support the Arthur Miller Foundation and its work to make theater education more accessible to public school students. 🎭

Through educator support, classroom resources, and opportunities for students to experience and perform live theater, the Foundation helps young people build creativity, confidence, and collaboration skills.

We’re happy to support organizations that create meaningful opportunities for students to discover the power of the arts. We love seeing that impact come to life in performances like this one!

We’re dedicated to uplifting local programs, educators, and young adults with big dreams, but we can’t do it without you...
09/24/2026

We’re dedicated to uplifting local programs, educators, and young adults with big dreams, but we can’t do it without you. 📚✨
Every donation to the Whelan Foundation helps fund scholarships, resources, and opportunities that shape the future of special education. 💙
Join us in making a difference today: https://whelanfoundation.org/donate/

The need for special education teachers continues to grow, with schools across the country facing significant staffing s...
09/17/2026

The need for special education teachers continues to grow, with schools across the country facing significant staffing shortages.

The Whelan Foundation is committed to strengthening the special education teacher pipeline by supporting students pursuing careers in special education through scholarships, while also providing loan relief to teachers already making a difference in the classroom.

Supporting educators means supporting the students who depend on them.
🔗 https://whelanfoundation.org/

Camp Northstar wrapped up this weekend. Another summer, another incredible group of campers. Here's a look at s'mores ni...
09/02/2026

Camp Northstar wrapped up this weekend. Another summer, another incredible group of campers. Here's a look at s'mores night. 🔥

Camp fun continues this week with corn hole, group fitness, and baking! 🧁💪
08/27/2026

Camp fun continues this week with corn hole, group fitness, and baking! 🧁💪

Every morning at Camp Northstar starts the same way: flag raising at 7:50 am, campers and counselors together before the...
08/26/2026

Every morning at Camp Northstar starts the same way: flag raising at 7:50 am, campers and counselors together before the day gets going. 🇺🇸

One day in, and Camp Northstar campers have already been busy baking treats, making crafts, and having a great start to ...
08/25/2026

One day in, and Camp Northstar campers have already been busy baking treats, making crafts, and having a great start to camp! 🧁🎨

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