Bishop England Alumni Memorial Mass || FALL 2017

Randall Heffron graduated from Bishop England Catholic High School in 2010

On November 1st, 2017 (All Saints Day) Bishop England will hold their annual Alumni Memorial Mass in honor of former students who have since passed away. 

Randall has been added to the Book of Remembrance at Bishop England High School.

Read more about the Alumni Memorial Mass here

Randall and his friends after graduation at BEHS in 2010

Bishop England High School is an institution of the Catholic Church, it is the mission of Bishop England High School to foster a faith community characterized by the Gospel message of mutual respect and charity. The school endeavors to promote the spiritual, intellectual and physical growth of the individual through the combined efforts of parents/guardians and faculty by establishing the best possible environment for learning: a climate of safety, trust, respect for the individual and an appreciation for the acquisition of learning.

Sharing Hope SC (formerly Lifepoint) || Fall 2017

Today, I would like to talk about an organization that means a lot to our family. Sharing Hope SC is an independent nonprofit corporation dedicated to advancing organ, eye and tissue donation in South Carolina for transplantation and research. Sharing Hope SC provides professional and public education regarding such donations, educational and emotional support to families of potential donors, and they are the organ and tissue recovery organization for South Carolina. 

Randall made the decision, on his own, to become an organ and tissue donor when he applied for his drivers license. As a Mother, I felt like this was another selfless act of kindness on Randall's part. When he died, we honored his wishes. 

His heart valve was donated to a recipient at The Medical University of South Carolina. The recipient was a child born with a heart defect, who without the gift of organ and tissue donation would not have survived. It seemed fitting that through Randall's death he gave life to another.

I feel it's important to shed light on organizations like this not only to help those on donor waiting lists but to inspire those who are thinking about organ and tissue donation on behalf of their family members whom have passed. It was such an uplifting feeling knowing that a part of Randall will continue to live on. In the grieving process, knowing a part of him was helping another child live gave me so much hope. For those who are considering it, I encourage you to read more about Sharing Hope SC by clicking here.

Bishop England Catholic High School, Tennis Court Ground Blessing || Fall 2016

Bishop England Catholic High School, Tennis Court Ground Blessing

The goal of the Randall Heffron Foundation is to promote health, education, and wellness for children through a number of different fundraising and wellness initiatives. In keeping with our mission, the Randall Heffron Foundation, donated funds for a tennis court named in Randall's honor as part of the Michael L. Runey III Tennis Center, home of the John L. Manning Tennis Courts at Randall's alma mater. We hope Heffron court will not only perpetuate Randall's memory, but also serve the needs of Bishop England tennis families for generations to come. 

Read about Randall's tennis accomplishments at Bishop England Catholic High School here...

1st annual Randall Heffron Memorial Tournament || April 8th - 10th, 2016

Over the weekend that would have been Randall’s 25th birthday, the Randall Heffron Foundation hosted its first annual Randall Heffron Memorial Tennis Tournament, a USTA sanctioned event.

There was a fantastic turnout for a first year tournament, with over 100 players participating in singles and doubles events spanning every age group from 10 and under to 18s. Two players were also honored with Sportsmanship awards given in Randall’s Memory.

Randall Heffron Court Blessing & Dedication at Creekside Tennis & Swim || April 10th, 2016

Randall Heffron Court Blessing & Dedication at Creekside Tennis & Swim

At the conclusion of the first annual Randall Heffron Memorial Tennis Tournament on April 10, 2016 (Randall’s 25th birthday), the center court at Creekside Tennis & Swim was dedicated to Randall’s memory and a plaque placed in his honor. IN 2015, The Randall Heffron Foundation donated funds to resurface the first three courts at Creekside. At the dedication, the Foundation also presented JoAnn Lee, Director of Tennis at Creekside, with a check to help sponsor two players to train and play in tournaments over the upcoming summer. 

MudLove Bracelets to Support Clean Water Projects in Africa

MudLove is an organization that produces clay products for which the proceeds help to support Water for Good’s clean water projects in Africa.

The Randall Heffron foundation had “RGH” and “Be Kind” bracelets produced – which in turn provided a week of clean water to over 100 people in need in Africa.

Contact Walker or Robin Heffron to purchase one! 

Halloween Fundraiser || October 31, 2014

Costume Contest Winner!

Each year, Creekside Tennis & Swim hosts a player party and fundraiser at Halloween to raise money for the foundation.