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In just 3 days, 110 donors came together to raise nearly $18,000 in support of NYPD Detective Michael Marra and his family as they face the fight of their lives.

Michael has spent 18 years serving and protecting the people of New York City. Today, the community he has dedicated his life to serving is showing up for him.

Behind every donation is a person.

Behind every person is a story.

And behind every story is a community that refuses to let someone face hardship alone.

The numbers tell part of the story:

🛡️ 110 Donors
🔁 21 Shares
💛 $17,973 Raised
⏱️ Just 3 Days

But what these numbers truly represent is compassion, generosity, and people choosing to stand beside a family during an incredibly difficult time.

To every person who has donated, shared, commented, or helped spread the word—thank you.

Your support is helping ease the burden on Michael, his wife, and their four children so they can focus on what matters most: his fight and recovery.

This is what community looks like.

This is what FundTheFirst is built for.

When tragedy strikes, something remarkable happens.

People show up.

Friends. Families. Coworkers. Neighbors. Complete strangers.

They rally around those facing life’s most difficult moments and remind them they are not alone.

That’s why FundTheFirst.com exists.

Not just to raise money—but to create a trusted place where communities can come together, offer support, and make a real difference when it matters most.

Every fundraiser launched on our platform is reviewed and verified. Every donation is protected. Every campaign represents a real person, a real family, and a real need.

Together, we’ve helped launch more than 1,000 campaigns, facilitated over 100,000 donations, and helped raise more than $20 million for individuals and families across the country.

Behind every dollar is a story.

Behind every fundraiser is a community.

And behind every act of generosity is someone choosing to help another person through their darkest day.

Thank you to everyone who continues to donate, share, support, and stand behind those in need.

Because when communities come together, hope follows.

🛡️ Built For Those Who Serve.

On June 11th, Toronto Police Service Constable Marc Pinizzotto made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

But before he was an officer, Marc was a husband.

Before he wore the badge, he was a father.

Before he answered the call, he was the center of his family’s world.

Today, a wife is grieving the loss of her partner. Two children are facing a future without their dad. A community is mourning a man remembered not only for his service, but for his kindness, leadership, and unwavering dedication to those around him.

Those who knew Marc describe him as the kind of person who always showed up. For his fellow officers. For his friends. For the young athletes he coached. And most importantly, for his family.

Now it’s our turn to show up for them.

Every donation, every share, and every act of support helps remind Marc’s family that they are not walking this road alone.

At FundtheFirst.com, 100% of donations raised for this campaign go directly to Marc’s family, providing support during a time no family should ever have to endure.

Please take a moment to donate if you’re able. If you can’t donate, share this post. Sometimes a single share can reach the person who can make all the difference.

Let’s honor Marc not only with our words, but with our actions.

🇨🇦💙 For Marc. For his family. For those left behind.

Real people. Real stories. Real impact.

Behind every fundraiser is a family, a hero, a challenge, and a community that refuses to let them face it alone.

💛 1,000+ campaigns launched
💛 $20M+ raised in donations
💛 100,000+ donations made
💛 All 50 states represented
💛 100% verified campaigns

Together, we’re proving that when communities come together, hope is stronger than hardship.

Share our mission. Because you never know who might need us tomorrow.

At FundtheFirst.com, trust isn’t something we claim—it’s something we earn through every verified fundraiser, every protected donation, and every family we help support.

We’re honored to be endorsed by three respected law enforcement organizations that understand firsthand the importance of integrity, transparency, and standing behind those in need:

🚔 Rockville Centre Police Benevolent Association
🚔 Amityville Police Benevolent Association
🚔 Suffolk County Deputy Sheriffs Police Benevolent Association

These organizations represent thousands of dedicated public servants who have committed their lives to protecting our communities. Their support reinforces our mission to provide a secure, verified fundraising platform where donors can give with confidence and recipients can receive the support they deserve.

From line-of-duty tragedies and medical emergencies to community-driven causes and family hardships, FundtheFirst.com continues to serve as a trusted resource for those who answer the call when others need help most.

We are grateful for the confidence these organizations have placed in our platform and look forward to continuing to support the men and women who serve our communities every day.

Together, we are building stronger communities through trusted fundraising.

When training, judgment, and duty collide, the personal cost can be life-changing.

Officer Joseph Magnano now faces an uphill battle after an incident that occurred in the line of duty. While the legal process moves forward, he and his family are confronting the financial and emotional challenges that come with the loss of a career, income, and stability.

This fundraiser was created to help provide support for Officer Magnano and his family during this difficult chapter, including living expenses, legal representation, and the resources needed to navigate the road ahead.

Regardless of where people stand on any individual case, supporting first responders and their families during times of hardship remains an important part of the community coming together when it’s needed most.

FundTheFirst was built to give families facing unexpected challenges a trusted platform to receive support, and we’re honored to help share Joseph’s story.

At FundtheFirst.com, our mission has always been simple: provide a secure, verified, and transparent fundraising platform for those who serve and the communities that stand behind them.

We’re honored to receive the support and endorsement of three respected organizations that share our commitment to helping others during life’s most difficult moments:

⚫ Massapequa Funeral Home
⚫ U.S. First Responders Association (USFRA)
⚫ MTA Police Benevolent Association

These organizations recognize the importance of trust, accountability, and integrity when communities come together to support individuals and families facing hardship. Their endorsements reinforce what we strive to deliver every day: a fundraising platform where every fundraiser is reviewed, every donation is protected, and every story matters.

Whether supporting first responders, military members, public safety professionals, or families navigating unexpected challenges, we remain committed to ensuring help reaches those who need it most.

Thank you to these incredible partners for standing with FundtheFirst.com and helping us continue our mission of making fundraising safer, more transparent, and more impactful for everyone.

Together, we’re building stronger communities—one verified fundraiser at a time.

When tragedy strikes the first responder community, the response is often immediate, powerful, and deeply personal.

In January 2022, the FundtheFirst.com community came together to support the families of fallen NYPD Police Officers Jason Rivera and Wilbert Mora following their heartbreaking Line of Duty deaths. What began as a call for support quickly became one of the most impactful examples of what can happen when thousands of people unite behind a common cause.

📊 Campaign Impact:
• $540,292 Raised
• 6,379 Donors
• 1,680 Shares
• Support provided directly to the families of Officers Rivera and Mora

Organized by fellow NYPD member Keith Hall and the NYPD Bowling Team, this fundraiser demonstrated the strength of the law enforcement family and the generosity of people across the country who wanted to honor two officers who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Officer Jason Rivera and Officer Wilbert Mora represented the very best of public service—dedicated professionals who answered the call to protect others. While no amount of money can ever replace a loved one, the overwhelming support shown through this fundraiser helped ease financial burdens and reminded their families that they would never face their loss alone.

At Fund the First, every campaign tells a story, but some become lasting reminders of what communities can accomplish when they stand together. More than half a million dollars was raised not because of a platform, but because thousands of people chose to take action, donate, share, and support families during one of the most difficult moments imaginable.

This fundraiser remains a powerful example of our mission: providing a trusted platform where people can come together to support first responders, military members, medical professionals, teachers, and families in need.

To every donor, every person who shared the campaign, and every supporter who helped honor Officers Rivera and Mora—thank you for proving that even in the darkest moments, compassion and community can shine the brightest.

In October 2025, 6-year-old Layla Crews was diagnosed with leukemia after experiencing health issues that led to extensive medical testing. Since then, Layla and her family have been facing an unimaginable battle filled with treatments, appointments, and uncertainty.

Layla is a vibrant young girl who loves art, gymnastics, spending time with friends, and watching her favorite shows. She is also the daughter of Sean Crews, a dedicated member of the Rockville Centre Fire Department who has spent more than two decades serving and protecting his community at all hours of the day and night.

Now, it’s our turn to stand beside a family that has spent years standing up for others.

This fundraiser will help support Layla’s ongoing medical care and treatment expenses while also bringing the community together at a benefit event in Rockville Centre. Every donation, share, and word of encouragement helps ease the burden on a family focused on what matters most—helping Layla win her fight.

At FundtheFirst.com, we are honored to provide a trusted platform where communities can rally around families during life’s most difficult moments. Please consider supporting Layla’s journey and help us show the Crews family that they are not facing this battle alone.

When life delivers one of its hardest moments, communities often come together in remarkable ways. This fundraiser was created to support Johnny Chalen following the passing of his beloved father, helping ease the financial burden associated with funeral services and related expenses during an incredibly difficult time.

In just 10 days, 49 donors have already stepped forward, raising more than $4,400 toward the $20,000 goal—a powerful reminder that even in times of loss, no one has to face hardship alone. Every donation represents more than financial support; it represents compassion, solidarity, and a message to Johnny and his family that their community stands beside them.

At FundtheFirst.com, we are honored to provide a trusted platform where friends, family, coworkers, and supporters can rally around those experiencing life’s most challenging moments. Whether it’s helping a family recover from tragedy, supporting someone through a medical crisis, or honoring the memory of a loved one, our mission remains the same: connecting people who care with people who need support.