The Fitzpatrick Collaborative was founded in June 2018 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit with a mission to develop the former Peter Fitzpatrick School property in Pepperell, MA into a thriving community center providing arts, education, and recreation programs for all ages. Our vision from the start has been to enable residents to remain local for programs, while attracting people from surrounding communities and supporting our local businesses. We are creating a sense of community in a vibrant, multi-generational hub of activity – with something for everyone!
Board of Directors
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Craig Hansen
Co-Founder and President
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Steve Temple
Treasurer
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Steve Lurvey
Project Manager
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Cathy Lundeen
Secretary
The Team
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Melissa Griffin
Programs Administrator
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Leanne Hansen
Payroll and Accounting
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Bernadette Keegan
Camp and School Programs Director
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John Lamphier
Custodian
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Matthew Slocombe
Culinary Program Director
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Rachel Tuttle
Center Director
Friends
“It takes a village.” We rely heavily on volunteers to help fulfill our mission, from ideas to execution and everything in-between. Our village consists of community members who provide regular support and expertise to The Fitzpatrick Collaborative.
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