Colin Farrell launches his foundation for adult children with special needs in US
Updated / Thursday, 8 Aug 2024 10:29
Colin Farrell has announced he has launched The Colin Farrell Foundation in the US to support adult children with special needs and their families, establishing the foundation in honour of his eldest son, James.
The actor shared news of the foundation with The Sunday World in Ireland and People magazine in the US.
In his on-camera interview with People magazine in the US, Farrell discussed his experiences of being a parent of an adult child with special needs.
James, who is Farrell’s son with former partner Kim Bordenave, will soon turn 21. He has Angelman Syndrome, which is a rare neurogenetic disorder.
“I’m proud of him every day, because I just think he’s magic,” said Farrell.
The newly launched foundation’s website, colinfarrellfoundation.org, says the organisation is “committed to transforming the lives of individuals and families living with intellectual disability through education, awareness, advocacy, and innovative programs”.
The Colin Farrell Foundation is committed to transforming the lives of individuals and families living with intellectual disability through education, …
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