The Dan Kelly Foundation

Helping Kids Thrive!

DK4 is committed to providing athletic opportunities for children of all ages and diverse backgrounds guided by the belief that everyone is an athlete.

2026 DK4 Golf Tournament

Friday October 9, 2026
Crosswinds Country Club

Join us for the 2026 Dan Kelly Foundation Golf Tournament on Friday, October 9, 2026, at Crosswinds Country Club. Spend the day enjoying great golf, dinner, exciting raffle and auction items, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of local kids and families.

Mark your calendar now—registration opens soon, and we can't wait to see you on the course!

Our Impact

2025

$36,062
donated to Arlington youth sports

2026 (to date)

$12,745
Donated to Arlington Youth Sports

Proud Sponsors Of

Dan Kelly Foundation & Arlington Youth Football

“The Dan Kelly Foundation is the main reason Arlington Youth Football has helmets and shoulder pads to play with. Each year, football equipment needs to be reconditioned for safety reasons and DK4 helps us with that as well. Kelley & Lori are the best!”

— Arlington Youth Football Board

Investing in Arlington's Future Through Youth Football

Since 2025, the Dan Kelly Foundation has contributed more than $20,000 to Arlington Youth Football, helping provide new equipment for over 50 players in grades 5–8 across Arlington, Massachusetts.

In addition to supporting the program, the Foundation offers financial assistance grants to help families cover registration fees and equipment costs not provided by the team, ensuring every child has the opportunity to play.

The Dan Kelly Foundation has been an important partner in bringing youth football back to Arlington and continues to invest in the success of the community's next generation of student-athletes.

Dan Kelly Foundation & Arlington Boys and Girls Club

Supporting the Arlington Boys & Girls Club

The Dan Kelly Foundation is proud to support the Arlington Boys & Girls Club and its mission to provide a safe, welcoming, and enriching environment for local youth.

Through a $20,000 grant, the Foundation has helped strengthen programs and resources that positively impact children and families throughout the Arlington community. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to creating opportunities for young people to learn, grow, and succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

By investing in organizations that make a lasting difference, the Dan Kelly Foundation continues to honor Dan’s legacy of giving back and supporting the next generation.

Community Grants

Multi-Language Learners Youth Camp

This camp was organized by the Dan Kelly Foundation in partnership with Arlington Public Schools and featured the involvement of many respected coaches
First Annual DK4 Golden Ticket Giveaway

Watch Arlington's finest cops and firemen face off in an exhilarating hockey game. Bring the whole family for a night of action!
Middle School Girls Summer Basketball League

Celebrate Irish heritage with the DK4 Foundation at Irish Night! Enjoy an evening filled with traditional Irish music, dance, and festivities.
2024 Dallin Playground Reboot

The Dan Kelly Foundation awarded the Dallin School a grant to partner with Playworks in revitalizing playground time, making it a safe, joyful, and inclusive experience for all students.

About The Dan Kelly Foundation

Providing athletic oppurtunities for ALL Arlington youth!

The Dan Kelly (DK4) Foundation is committed to providing athletic opportunities for children of all ages and diverse backgrounds guided by the belief that everyone is an athlete.

About Dan Kelly

The legacy of Dan Kelly can be found in the way he lived. A man of great wit, wisdom, and heart, his actions were lessons for others. Among them: Family first, work hard, really hard, but don't forget to dance a little, especially if you own a pair of white bucks. Get a dog. Take out the trash. Learn to skate. Give someone a second chance. Fairness matters. There's always time for a friend and a Guinness. Shop local and love your neighbors. Always have a sense of humor. If you are sick keep fighting like hell.

A consummate friend, mentor, and storyteller, Dan coached and volunteered in the community for decades, spending his life connecting people to possibilities, especially children. Maybe it was an encouraging word, a funny story, a pat on the back. Dan was always inviting someone to do something beyond what they thought was possible, helping them thrive.