Friends Of FRiar Basketball Testimonials
City of Providence
“As Mayor of Providence, I’m proud to support Friends of Friar Basketball and My HomeCourt, which unite the extended family of Providence College to give back through mentorship, service, and community pride,” said Mayor Brett P. Smiley.
“From the MLK Day Brunch at St. Patrick’s and Thanksgiving Turkey Dinners to vibrant court revitalizations with the Providence Parks Department at Fargnoli Park, Polanco Court at Harriet & Sayles Park, Cranston Street Tot Lot, Davis Park, 9th Street Park, Jim Ahern Park, and Sam Chionuma Court at Cabral Park, these organizations show what’s possible when former teammates and alumni invest in the neighborhoods that shaped them.”
“Their commitment to supporting former Friar players while strengthening our broader community reflects the very best of Providence’s spirit.”
Mayor Brett P. Smiley
Toys For Tots
Alumni In Need
Alumni In Need
“On behalf of all of us at Brads, we can’t thank all the guys from FOFB for always being a big part of our success with our Toys for Tots year in and year out! Especially Kevin, Quinton, Harold and Mikey Cav! Your generosity does not go un-noticed!”
Gary Cicillini
Alumni In Need
Alumni In Need
Alumni In Need
"There are times when life hits hard. FOFB helped me with rent during a difficult time in my life. I can’t thank FOFB enough for the kindness to help me move forward! Go Friars!!"
Mary House at St Patricks
Mary House at St Patricks
Mary House at St Patricks
"We look forward to every MLK day with FOFB purchasing and cooking the food and serving our clients. It's a tradition for us."
ReFocus
Mary House at St Patricks
Mary House at St Patricks
Sr. Christine Kavanagh
ReFocus has been blessed for many years through the generosity of the FOFB! 20 families each Thanksgiving receive all the fixings for a delicious dinner. People with developmental disabilities are able to proudly share these dinners with their families thanks to the FOFB. In other cases, staff, who work very hard, yet still have challenges to make ends meet are able to receive a basket to make their Thanksgiving extra delicious!!!
One mother said, "OMG, I didn't know what I was going to be able to provide for my family's Thanksgiving. This basket is nothing short of a miracle for my family! Thank you so very much!"