MARSHFIELD MA:The Cook Family Charitable Fund, a nonprofit organization founded in 2006 with a mission of raising funds for families dealing with cancer, substance use and intellectual disabilities, has appointed Matthew S. Kane of Marshfield to serve on its Board of Directors. He will fill the board seat previously held by his father, the late Dr. Stephen J. Kane of Marshfield.

Matt Kane works for Baramundi Software, a Germany-based company, in its sales and marketing division. The Northeastern University graduate lives in Marshfield with his wife, Ulrike, and their two children.

He recalls that his father, a well-known Marshfield dentist, had been friends with the Cook family for many years. Dr. Kane was the Chairman of the Cook Family Charitable Fund Advisory Board. Matt said, “My father was the ultimate family man. He would always put others before himself.” He added, “I am proud to serve this organization and carry on the tradition in my father’s memory.”

Peter Cook, co-founder of The Cook Family Charitable Fund, said, “We are delighted that Matt has accepted our invitation to serve on the board. He is a great man with a strong desire to help make a difference. The entire Kane family is truly committed to giving back and helping others.”