Dear friends,

These are tough times. Your support doesn’t just mean a lot to us; it means so very much to those who are the beneficiaries of our shared endeavors. Take a look below and see the difference you and we continue to make.

We cannot thank you enough for allowing us to honor Jonah’s memory by joining with you to make the world a better home for all.

Very sincerely,
Ellen, Billy, Aiden, Katie and David (and Molly!)

“For America” Fund

• Common Cause … works to defend the right to vote, limit big money’s influence on our elections, and hold public officials accountable, Common Cause works to strengthen our democracy against the challenges it faces today
• Project Relief Maine … hiring lawyers, posting bail, purchasing groceries, covering rent, and providing direct support to families and individuals upended by ICE raids in Portland and Lewiston, Maine
• Grannies Respond NYC … formed in response to the separation of families seeking asylum at the U.S. southern border in 2018, provides compassionate and respectful support for asylum seekers and immigrants who seek safety and security in the United States
• Minneapolis Regional Labor Foundation … emergency funds to pay rent for families unable to work due to targeted ICE operations
• The Florence Immigrant & Refugee Rights Project … provides free legal services to men, women, and unaccompanied children in Arizona who face immigration removal proceedings, endeavoring to ensure each immigrant has access to counsel, understands their rights under the law, and is treated fairly and humanely
• Democracy Forward … using the law to defend our democracy and build for a better future by providing free legal representation and expert counsel to people and communities across America
• Brennan Center for Justice … an independent, nonpartisan law and policy organization that works to reform, revitalize, and defend our country’s systems of democracy and justice

Jewish Life Fund

• Judaism Alive … identifying, training, promoting, and placing young leaders in Jewish organizations throughout North America to keep the spirit of Judaism alive for future generations
• Religious Action Center (RAC) of Reform Judaism … works to educate, inspire, and mobilize the Reform Jewish Movement to advocate for social justice

Social Justice Fund

• Sunflower of Peace … while the War in Ukraine drags on, bringing urgent medical aid and humanitarian relief to people whose lives have been torn apart by this needless tragedy
• The Tali Fund … in memory of Talia Faith Agler, supports Tali’s ongoing work and dreams, helping fund the Talia Agler Girls Shelter in Nairobi, Kenya
• The Fresh Air Fund … providing transformative outdoor experiences, at no cost, for New York City children from underserved communities
• Feeding Westchester … working alongside nearly 175 partners, sourcing and distributing food and other resources to communities across Westchester, New York, helping to ensure that none go hungry

Arts Fund

• Sing Unto God … working to elevate the practice of communal singing and meaningful worship for any person, congregation, or community wanting to learn about or experience the transformative power of uniting voices — JMF has funded scholarships to Hava Nashira, Sing Unto God’s annual songleading workshop.
• Treehouse Shakers … provides teacher trainings and residencies for students that focus on the art of dance and storytelling
• Music To Life … finding and supporting musical artists who are dedicated to helping people and the planet through their work on civil and human rights, climate change, poverty and health
• Play Group Theatre … “preparing kids for every stage in life,” PGT understands that rather than the show what’s most important when kids do theatre is learning collaboration, sharpening listening skills, embracing creativity, and treating one another with honor