Whatever It Takes!

The Johnny Mac Foundation is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization formed by John’s wife, Jennifer after his death in August 2009 of 9/11 related cancer. John was an FDNY Firefighter and caring for others was what he did. In a list of final wishes, John asked to have a community center built in Blue Point, NY. In accord with John’s motto “whatever it takes,” the Foundation now works tirelessly to fulfill that wish. In addition, the Foundation supports other 9/11 first responder organizations. John’s last wishes were written down and electronically scanned. 

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Warm Hands, Warm Hearts: The Johnny Mac Foundation Supports the Bayport-Blue Point Library Mitten Tree
December 10, 2025

Warm Hands, Warm Hearts: The Johnny Mac Foundation Supports the Bayport-Blue Point Library Mitten Tree

The holiday season is a time for giving, and the Johnny Mac Foundation was proud to partner with the community for the 2025 Bayport-Blue Point Library Mitten Tree Donation! Inspired by FDNY Firefighter John F. McNamara’s philosophy to “care about others,” the Foundation joined local residents and leaders to decorate trees with hundreds of donations […]

The Johnny Mac Foundation Supports the 2025 Suffolk Showdown Hockey Game
November 16, 2025

The Johnny Mac Foundation Supports the 2025 Suffolk Showdown Hockey Game

The commitment to the 9/11 community runs deep in the heart of the Johnny Mac Foundation. That is why our Founder and President, Jennifer K. McNamara, and Board Member Kelly Green, were thrilled to be on the sidelines supporting the 2025 Suffolk Showdown: Suffolk Sheriff vs. Suffolk Police charity hockey game! Held at the Clark […]

Johnny Mac Foundation Supports the Fires and Drums Foundation at First Annual Gala
November 7, 2025

Johnny Mac Foundation Supports the Fires and Drums Foundation at First Annual Gala

The spirit of brotherhood and selfless service, which defined FDNY Firefighter John F. McNamara, was alive and well as Johnny Mac Foundation Board Members attended the First Annual Gala in memory of Billy Tolley, hosted by the Fires and Drums Foundation. The Johnny Mac Foundation, built on the motto “Whatever it takes” to support First […]

All donations to the Johnny Mac Foundation are tax-exempt (Tax ID 27-2361351).  Donate Now to to support Firefighters, their families, and community programs. 

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