Background - While writing his international bestseller, The Perfect Storm , Sebastian Junger developed tremendous respect for the fishermen of Gloucester. With the success of the book, Sebastian wanted to give their children the kinds of opportunities he experienced growing up that made it possible for him to write The Perfect Storm . The hardships of the job, the skill and rugged commitment of ...

Essex County Community Fouondation provides infrastructure support and training services to non-profit organizations supporting children and families at risk throughout Essex County, Massachusetts.