The FRYSA provides an affordable and robust soccer program for 900-plus Fall River young people ages 4 to 19 annually as well as its TOPSoccer therapeutic program for those with mental and physical disabilities, ages 3 to 23. Founded in 1990, FRYSA promotes physical and social well-being through sports while teaching core values of sportsmanship, fair play and honesty.

The FRYSA was the Foundation’s first grant recipient in 2014. As a sponsor, we have supported their initiatives that include reducing player fees and providing program scholarships to economically challenged families and individuals.

This City of Fall River program, which receives partial funding from the Massachusetts Department of Health, promotes childhood health through a number of programs with objectives that include reducing obesity through physical activity such as walking and cycling.

The Truesdale Foundation has purchased and donated bicycle helmets to the organization’s program that distributes free helmets to children in Fall River.

The Fall River YMCA has been serving the Greater Fall River area since 1857 with programs focused on healthy living and social responsibility.

Truesdale Foundation’s support is focused on the YMCA’s Youth Development Program. The Youth Development Program is multi-faceted and includes programs spanning camping, early learning, education and leadership, food/nutrition, STEM and swimming/sports.

Through the power of sport, Special Olympics changes the way people with intellectual disabilities are seen in the world. The organization’s athletic programs and events enable its athletes to compete in 23 Olympic-type sports while training and improving their skills, and developing teamwork and communications skills.

The Boys & Girls Club helps young people achieve academic success and reach their full potential as caring, responsible and productive citizens. Youth can enroll in programs focused on education and career development, good character and citizenship, healthy lifestyles, after-school learning, mountain biking, camping and swimming.

We primarily help the Club by directing funding to its after-school and weekend activities programs.

Since 1984, Highland Pediatrics has provided pediatric care for families in southeastern Massachusetts and nearby Rhode Island. Highland cares for children of all ages, from newborns to adolescents.

We support Highland’s Get Healthy Nutrition Program, which gives parents a practical resource for giving their kids the nutritious foods they need in their formative years.

The Police Athletic League of Fall River provides a number of youth sports programs, including girls softball, boxing, floor hockey, dance and wrestling.