Daryl Mackin: Honoring Fallen Heroes by Loving the Children Left

On this powerful episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes US Navy Veteran Daryl J.W. Mackin, founder of A Soldier’s Child Foundation (ASC)—a nonprofit born from loss, love, and an unshakable commitment to the children left behind after military service. After the death of Marine Staff Sergeant Marcus Golcyznski in Iraq, Daryl took a deeply personal call to action: “Love the child left behind.” Since founding ASC in 2008, Daryl and his team have served over 5,000 Gold Star and fallen-hero children, honoring their parents’ sacrifice through birthday celebrations, camps, mentorship, scholarships, and leadership development. This episode dives into the reality of post-service loss, the veteran suicide epidemic, and how ASC is restoring hope to families impacted by combat loss, illness, and suicide. Daryl shares how love, consistency, and community can change the trajectory of a child’s life—and how everyday Americans can stand beside the families of our fallen. 🔹 Topics include: • Gold Star family support • Veteran suicide and its impact on children • Healing through community and mentorship • Honoring the fallen through action • Faith, service, and legacy Learn more: www.asoldierschild.org 🎯 Subscribe | Like | Share | 📌 Watch the FULL episode right here: https://www.YouTube.com/@The_MisFitNation 🌐 Connect with us at www.themisfitnation.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices