Manchester Community Welcomes Friends of Aine

Friends of Aine hosted a welcome reception at their newly opened Center for Grieving Children and Families in Manchester. More than 50 members of the community came out to show their support, learn more about the organization and the bereavement services offered. Manchester NH Mayor Joyce Craig, Diane Fitzpatrick, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Manchester and Joe Murray, Friends of Aine Board Vice Chair and VP, Government Relations and Public Affairs for Fidelity Investments addressed the crowd and shared words of gratitude and encouragement.

“We are so moved and grateful to be part of a community that is humbly passionate and dedicated to helping children. said Friends of Aine co-founder Christine Phillips. “Thank you for embracing Friends of Aine.”

Shown from left: Mayor Joyce Craig, Joe Murray, David Phillips, Christine Phillips and Diane Fitzpatrick.

Friends of Aine is the only organization in New Hampshire whose sole mission is to support grieving children and families struggling to cope with the loss of a loved one. All services are provided free of charge. For more information, please visit www.friendsofaine.com