Helping Families in Meaningful Ways

The James D. Rielly Foundation provides charitable and emotional support to children and families facing hardship, illness, loss, and other serious life challenges. Our primary focus is on the families of military personnel, veterans, law enforcement, and first responders, while also helping others in need when circumstances call for it.

We respond to each family’s needs in practical and meaningful ways.

Support may include:

  • Medical expenses and equipment not covered by insurance
  • Critical bills such as rent, mortgage, and utilities
  • Toys, clothing, and other essential items
  • Handicap accessible vehicles and build projects
  • Holiday meals and family celebrations
  • Christmas and holiday wish lists
  • Special family trips and getaways
  • Surprise military homecomings
  • Visits from Victorian carolers, a barber shop quartet, or Santa Claus himself
  • Personalized experieince at the Bristol Santa House

We’ve helped numerous families throughout our community. Click to read a few of their stories…

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