The Jack McGovern Coats Disease Foundation (JMCDF), funds research to find a cure for Coats Disease and pediatric retinal disease. To date we have been able to donate over $60,000 for the express purpose of helping those with Coats and seeking treatments through grant funding. With the generous efforts of our team of volunteers, we are able to assure our donors that every dollar raised by JMCDF goes directly to funding research, with no overhead or administrative costs.
Mission
JMCDF was founded in 2006 by the parents of Jack McGovern as a promise to their son that they would never rest until there was a cure for Coats’ Disease.To this end the foundation was started to raise funds in support of ongoing research designed not only to support ongoing research to restore Jack’s vision, but also to offer all children like Jack hope as they wage a lifelong battle against Coats’ Disease and blindness.
Fundraising
JMCDF raises funds in multiple ways, the biggest event being the Annual Golf Tournament. Donations are accepted year round online, or by contacting us directly.
History
The history of the Jack McGovern Coats Disease foundation is best understood through the words of Jack’s mother in A Mother’s Story.
Board of Directors
We are deeply grateful to the JMCDF Board of Directors, who volunteer their time and expertise to advance the mission of the foundation.
Tina McGovern — Board President
John Bruno — Vice President
Russell Miller — Secretary
Tyson Harper
Ed McGovern
Alexandra Morgan
Kirk Pessner