Zachary Martin Memorial

Mission Statement

On June 28, 2022, PFC Zachary Matthew Martin, US Marine Corps, took his life after struggling with PTSD. The Zachary M. Martin Memorial Run/Walk Inc., a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation was founded to raise funds for veterans and discharged military post service struggling with PTSD get the help they need. We will also help families who have lost military loved ones from suicide.

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About Us

Board of Directors

Our Board of Directors are dedicated to serving our community and honoring those who serve and have served our country. They have stood with the Martin family during the darkest time after Zachary’ s passing. We are proud to have them serve on the Board.

Paul & Heidi Martin

Paul and Heidi Martin created this foundation to raise money to help veterans in need after their son, PFC Zachary M. Martin USMC took his life due to PTSD. Their mission is to keep Zachary's memory alive through helping others as he so bravely did himself.

Christine Thrift

Board Member

Christine has dedicated her professional career to physical therapy with a strong focus on orthopedics. Her interests include incorporating Pilates, yoga, and whole body health in her holistic approach to healthcare. Deeply committed to community service, Christine also serves on the Alumni Board of St. Raphael Academy in Pawtucket, RI where she chairs many efforts both for profit and non profit concerns. She is a welcome addition to our Board of Directors and an integral part of our new Rhode Island division.

Camden Donovan

Board Member

Camden Donovan is a sworn patrol deputy sheriff with the Pender County Sheriff’s Office in Pender County, NC. Camden holds a bachelor of science degree in criminal justice. Life-long friend of Zachary Martin and now a mental health advocate.

Colin Thrift

Board Member

Colin has built a successful career working on multi million and billion dollar construction projects in the planning and scheduling arena. His expertise and discipline is used in collaboration with multiple contractors and departments. Colin is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of builders and planners and hopes to channel that energy into the Zachary Martin Memorial mission. Giving back to our veterans and their families is a core goal for him.

Todd Donovan

Board Member

Todd Donovan is an Accreditation Specialist / Data Analyst with the Fayetteville, North Carolina, Fire Department. He retired from the Derry, New Hampshire, Fire Department in 2022 as a Lieutenant/Paramedic and holds a master’s degree in leadership from the University of New Hampshire. Additionally, Todd is the former National Alliance on Mental Illness – New Hampshire board president. He is a mental health advocate and speaker.

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