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. 

The Johnny Mac Foundation Honors Fallen FDNY Heroes at Talladega Superspeedway

Jen and Missy

The spirit of the FDNY took center stage at the Talladega Superspeedway this past weekend. The Johnny Mac Foundation Board President Jennifer McNamara and Board Member Missy Mirabelli traveled to Alabama to support the Jesse Gerhard Memorial Foundation during a powerful NASCAR tribute. As part of our mission to honor the legacy of first responders, […]

Supporting the Brotherhood: The Johnny Mac Foundation at The Paramount

Brotherhood for the Fallen Suffolk County 2

The Johnny Mac Foundation was proud to spend an evening at The Paramount in Huntington last night, supporting our friends at Brotherhood for the Fallen Suffolk County. Founder and President Jennifer McNamara and members of the Foundation board joined local first responders and supporters for a night dedicated to honoring the fallen and standing with […]

The Johnny Mac Foundation Supports the 2025 Suffolk Showdown Hockey Game

Suffolk Showdown 2025

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

Fires and Drums 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 […]

Johnny Mac Foundation Teams Up with Caitlyn’s Vision Food Drive

Caitlyn’s Vision Food Drive

The Johnny Mac Foundation, guided by FDNY Firefighter John F. McNamara’s motto, “Whatever it takes,” recently continued its commitment to community support by partnering with the wonderful non-profit, Caitlyn’s Vision. Our dedicated Foundation Board Member, Missy Mirabelli, stepped up to ensure a successful delivery of food to the Caitlyn’s Vision Food Drive, embodying the spirit […]