Because she believed one person can make a difference.
The ShineOnCass Foundation was created to honor the spirit, continue the work,
and encourage others to live the legacy of Cassidy,
whose kindness and compassion for others Shines On.
Our Mission
To educate, inspire and empower youth to make their world a better place through
kindness and volunteer charitable activities.
The ShineOnCass Foundation
ShineOnCass Swag Is Here!
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A brand new online ShineOnCass MERCH STORE is officially open!!!
Shirts, hoodies, quarter zips, joggers, jackets, vests, polos and more -- for men, women, children, in all sizes. Yes we have onesies for our youngest ShineOn fans! Plus bags, hats, and ShineOn blankets, all in your favorite Cassidy colors. We even have a newly-branded "Let Your Kind Shine" shirt! Check it out. Pick up in Oakland, or shipping is available direct from the online store.
Show off your ShineOnCass Swag!
* Scan the QR code OR
* Click here to start shopping!
A small portion of all sales will support Cassidy's Foundation. Let's Shine!
Shirts, hoodies, quarter zips, joggers, jackets, vests, polos and more -- for men, women, children, in all sizes. Yes we have onesies for our youngest ShineOn fans! Plus bags, hats, and ShineOn blankets, all in your favorite Cassidy colors. We even have a newly-branded "Let Your Kind Shine" shirt! Check it out. Pick up in Oakland, or shipping is available direct from the online store.
Show off your ShineOnCass Swag!
* Scan the QR code OR
* Click here to start shopping!
A small portion of all sales will support Cassidy's Foundation. Let's Shine!
Upcoming Events
Animal Baby Shower & PJ Party
Sunday, May 4, 2025
Hart to Hart Fam & Education Center, Albion, ME
Register early for one of two sessions!
10-11:30am and 12:30-2pm.
Limit 80 kids per session.
Visit the EVENT PAGE for more information or REGISTER NOW!
Sunday, May 4, 2025
Hart to Hart Fam & Education Center, Albion, ME
Register early for one of two sessions!
10-11:30am and 12:30-2pm.
Limit 80 kids per session.
Visit the EVENT PAGE for more information or REGISTER NOW!
Applications Now Open
2025 ShineOnCass Scholarships
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Application is now open for the $4,000 ShineOnCass Cassidy Jean Charette Memorial Scholarship (Messalonskee), and the $1,000 ShineOnCass Community Service Scholarship (RSU 18, Lawrence, Winslow & Waterville High Schools.)
Deadline to apply is April 28!
Deadline to apply is April 28!
Recent Events
A Night to Shine: Beer, Wine, Spirits & Mocktail Tasting on October 19, 2024 at Snow Pond Center for the Arts was Magical! Thanks to our hosts TJ & Kerry Smart, our generous sponsors, volunteers, and attendees, we raised over $43,000 to keep Cassidy's Light Shining in our communities, and far beyond. Learn more here, and see all the stunning images on our ShineOnCass Facebook page and follow us!
SAVE THE DATE FOR NEXT YEAR: October 11, 2025!
SAVE THE DATE FOR NEXT YEAR: October 11, 2025!
ShineOnCass Blue Christmas Ceremony: Dec. 21, SUNSET 4pm at Oakland Waterfront Park
The 4th Annual ShineOnCass Blue Christmas with our community was a beautiful gathering to remember loved ones lost with the lighting of blue candles, music, and sharing love on the Winter Solstice, the longest, darkest night of the year. Visit the Blue Christmas page to watch this year's livestream!
Zumba for Cass! With Krystal Blaisdell Benefitting ShineOnCass BBBS Youth Mentoring
Saturday, Nov. 30th, at Messalonskee Middle School
We appreciate Krystal Blaisdell and our many annual Zumba supporters!
ShineOn For Cass Alumni Soccer Game
Nov. 29th, All Pro Sports in Waterville
Thanks to all who came out to SHINE at the Annual ShineOn for Cass Alumni Game!
Nov. 29th, All Pro Sports in Waterville
Thanks to all who came out to SHINE at the Annual ShineOn for Cass Alumni Game!
ShineOn Saturday on Sept. 28th 2024 welcomed 30 young girls from multiple schools and local communities for a youth girls mentoring day with the Messalonskee Girls Soccer Team! All to honor Cassidy and her love for soccer and youth mentoring. Thank you Lady Eagles! You SHINE!
ShineOn Oakland Day at Oakfest Shares Books With Kids
What a successful Shine A Light on Literacy event at Oakfest 2024! Thanks to all who volunteered and supported. We are inspiring young readers!
Kick for Cass 2024 Is A BIG SUCCESS!
See all the highlights as 18 high school teams from around the state and another 11 community teams fill 11 continuous hours of soccer for our #11 on July 13th, 2024 at Thomas College!
Watch our Kick for Cass Highlight Reel!
See All the Team Photos!
Watch the News Coverage
#KickforCass #ShineOnCass
See all the highlights as 18 high school teams from around the state and another 11 community teams fill 11 continuous hours of soccer for our #11 on July 13th, 2024 at Thomas College!
Watch our Kick for Cass Highlight Reel!
See All the Team Photos!
Watch the News Coverage
#KickforCass #ShineOnCass
Holding the Light Podcast
Holding the Light Podcast is an original, monthly podcast (dropped the 11th of every month) created and hosted by Cassidy's mother, Monica, and Cassidy's brother, Colby. Episodes include interviews with families of child loss, offering sharing powerful experiences, candid advice for friends, retrospective lessons learned, insight and encouragement.
Holding the Light is available wherever you listen to podcasts.
Join our Podcast Listener Line! We'd love to hear from you. Is there something you'd like to share about your child? What have you learned about grief that might be helpful for others? Leave a message at 617=302-7373. Your message might be used on a future episode.
EMAIL US with questions, comments, or a request to join us as a guest.
Holding the Light is available wherever you listen to podcasts.
Join our Podcast Listener Line! We'd love to hear from you. Is there something you'd like to share about your child? What have you learned about grief that might be helpful for others? Leave a message at 617=302-7373. Your message might be used on a future episode.
EMAIL US with questions, comments, or a request to join us as a guest.
We Are Grateful to our All Things Cass Partners
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Cass Is Everywhere
In Memory of Cass
Composed and Performed by Steve Fotter -- Video Creation by Neil Amalfitano
Composed and Performed by Steve Fotter -- Video Creation by Neil Amalfitano
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