Remembering Brandon

Dear Friends,


It was 10 years ago today that Brendan Kelly, the saintly son of our dear friend and fellow board member, Frank Kelly, passed away. Today we want to ask Brendan to intercede for our loved ones with Down Syndrome and/or cancer. Brendan was both a heroic person with Down syndrome and heroic witness as he suffered from cancer. We need those heroes.


You can read about Brendan here: The Boy with the Front-Door Key to Heaven


Finally, with the celebration of Easter behind us, we also wanted to pass along two recent media interviews where I had the opportunity to speak about our foundation's mission. 


Relevant Radio with Drew Mariani: Defending the Dignity of those with Down Syndrome

Catholic Review: Jerome Lejeune's legacy advances abundant life


Peace,


Daniel C. Schreck
President and Chairman
Jerome Lejeune Foundation USA

The Jérôme Lejeune Foundation at the United Nations: Championing the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

July 6, 2026
Jérôme Lejeune Foundation Participates in the U.N. Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

St. John Paul II and Dr. Jérôme Lejeune: A Friendship Rooted in Hope

July 6, 2026
Jérôme Lejeune's Daughter Reflects on the Hope Inspired by St. John Paul II  In a recent interview with EWTN News, Clara Gaymard, daughter of Dr. Jérôme Lejeune, reflects on the profound encouragement her father received from St. John Paul II during difficult moments in his life and work defending the dignity of every human person. The conversation offers a moving glimpse into Dr. Lejeune's perseverance, faith, and enduring legacy—one that continues to inspire families, physicians, and advocates around the world. We encourage you to read the full interview on EWTN News.

Rachel Campos-Duffy shares a message for World Down Syndrome Day

May 12, 2025
‘Fox & Friends Weekend’ co-host Rachel Campos-Duffy discusses being a parent to a child with Down syndrome with her daughter Valentina