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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 https://t.co/IaBbSu2fAn, 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.

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The Lloyd Harbor Police Benevolent Association has officially endorsed https://t.co/rmYGpFPeAc, recognizing our continued commitment to supporting first responders, veterans, and their families when they need it most.

In his endorsement, Lloyd Harbor PBA President Kevin Church—a Marine Corps veteran and police officer—described https://t.co/rmYGpFPeAc as a “trusted resource for those who have dedicated their lives to serving others.”

That statement means a great deal to us because it comes from someone who understands service, sacrifice, and the importance of having people in your corner during life’s toughest moments.

Since 2020, https://t.co/rmYGpFPeAc has connected communities across the country with verified fundraisers, helping those facing tragedy, hardship, medical emergencies, line-of-duty deaths, and other critical needs. Our mission has always been simple: provide a trusted platform where people can help people.

We are honored to have earned the support of the Lloyd Harbor PBA and grateful for their partnership, trust, and recognition.

To President Kevin Church and the entire Lloyd Harbor Police Benevolent Association—thank you for standing with us and the thousands of families we have been privileged to serve.

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More than 590 donors came together to honor the life and legacy of Suffolk County Corrections Officer Steven “SK” Krayewski, raising over $64,000 for his family through the power of community.

This fundraiser is a reminder that when tragedy strikes, people don’t just offer thoughts and prayers—they take action. Friends, family, coworkers, members of the law enforcement community, and complete strangers united behind one common goal: supporting a family during one of the most difficult moments imaginable.

The response to this campaign reflects the impact SK had on those around him and demonstrates the incredible generosity that exists when a community comes together for one of its own.

At https://t.co/IaBbSu2NpV, stories like this are why we built the platform. Every donation represents someone choosing to stand beside a family in need, and every successful fundraiser is proof that compassion, trust, and community still matter. We are honored to provide a place where people can rally around those facing life’s toughest challenges and make a real difference when it matters most.

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Every day, law enforcement officers put themselves in harm’s way to keep our communities safe. On April 6, 2026, Florida Highway Patrol Sergeant Mario Alarcon was struck from behind while working on Interstate 95, suffering serious back injuries that have left him unable to work. As the sole provider for his wife and two children, Sgt. Alarcon is now facing financial hardship after his workers’ compensation claim was denied.

This is exactly why https://t.co/IaBbSu2NpV exists—to rally behind those who have dedicated their lives to serving others when they need support the most.

If you’re able, please consider making a donation or sharing this fundraiser to help ease the burden on Sgt. Alarcon and his family during this difficult time.

💛 Raised: $10,725 of $50,000 Goal
👥 76 Donors
🚔 Florida Highway Patrol Sergeant
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Together, we can show Sgt. Alarcon and his family that they are not facing this battle alone.

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At https://t.co/IaBbSu2fAn, every fundraiser is identity-verified, personally reviewed for safety, and built to help real people raise support when it matters most. Whether you’re fundraising for yourself, a loved one, a first responder, a family in crisis, or a community cause, getting started takes just a few simple steps.

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Together with our partners, unions, organizations, and communities, we continue creating a stronger support system for those who need it most.

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Proud to share the endorsement and support of the Bristol Police Benevolent Association for https://t.co/rmYGpFOGKE.

Following the tragic loss of Officer Alex Hamzy and Sergeant Dustin DeMonte in the line of duty, the Bristol PBA turned to https://t.co/rmYGpFOGKE as a trusted platform to support the families of these fallen heroes. Together, we helped provide a secure and effective way for people across the country to come together in support during an unimaginable time.

We are incredibly grateful for their recognition of our mission and honored to stand alongside the men and women who protect and serve our communities every day.

At https://t.co/rmYGpFOGKE, we remain committed to being a trusted platform built for first responders, veterans, military members, medical professionals, teachers, and families in need nationwide.

Thank you to the Bristol Police Benevolent Association for your trust, partnership, and continued support.

Together, we can do the right thing.

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In just 3 days, nearly 200 donors have already helped raise over $21,000 for Patrick Morgan and his family as they face an unimaginable battle ahead.

Patrick — a husband, father, veteran, and law enforcement officer — was diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer in August 2024. This week, his family received devastating news that the cancer has now spread to the bones in his spine.

As treatments intensify, Patrick’s wife Lauren has stepped away from work indefinitely to care for him and their two young boys, choosing to stand beside her husband through the most difficult chapter of their lives. While they focus on fighting this disease together, the stress of lost income, medical needs, and everyday expenses continues to grow.

This is exactly why communities come together on https://t.co/IaBbSu2fAn. Behind every fundraiser is a real family experiencing real hardship, and our mission is to provide a trusted, verified platform where people can safely support those in need. Every campaign on https://t.co/IaBbSu2fAn is reviewed and verified because trust and transparency matter.

Thank you to everyone who has already donated and shared this fundraiser. Let’s continue showing this family they are not fighting alone.

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We are proud to announce the official endorsement and support of https://t.co/IaBbSu2fAn by LifeVac.

LifeVac’s mission is centered around saving lives, protecting communities, and supporting those who dedicate themselves to serving others — values that align directly with everything we stand for at https://t.co/IaBbSu2fAn.

In their endorsement, LifeVac recognized the impact Fund the First continues to make by providing critical financial assistance, raising awareness, and creating a trusted platform that unites communities behind first responders, veterans, and their families.

Partnerships like these continue to strengthen our mission and reinforce the importance of standing behind the men and women who sacrifice so much for others every single day.

Thank you to the entire LifeVac team for your trust, support, and commitment to helping those who serve us all.

Built For Those Who Serve.

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In just 24 hours, this fundraiser for the children of NYPD Police Officer Angel Acevedo has already surpassed its original goal, raising more than $28,000 through the generosity of hundreds of supporters. Officer Acevedo dedicated his life to protecting others, serving the people of New York while raising a family of his own. Now, during this unimaginable time, the community is coming together to support his two young children and remind them they are not alone.

This is exactly why https://t.co/IaBbSu2fAn exists — to give people a trusted place to rally around families in need when it matters most. Please continue sharing, donating, and supporting this family during their time of grief.

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We are proud to announce the official endorsement and support of https://t.co/IaBbSu2fAn by the Mississippi Association of Chiefs of Police.

Organizations that stand behind first responders understand the importance of having a trusted, reliable, and easy-to-use platform available during life’s most difficult moments.

In their official statement, the Mississippi Association of Chiefs of Police recognized Fund the First as an effective and user-friendly resource that helps first responders, their families, and their communities during times of hardship, tragedy, and need.

To the men and women serving communities across Mississippi and throughout our nation — thank you for your trust and support.

Together, we continue building a platform that is Built For Those Who Serve.

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Retired Bethlehem Police Sgt. Joe Riedy and his wife Julianne are facing an unimaginable tragedy after a devastating house fire tore through their Pennsylvania home on May 9, destroying the residence and claiming nearly all of their personal belongings. More than a dozen fire departments responded to battle the blaze, but despite their efforts, the family lost their home, everyday essentials, and countless memories in a matter of moments. Thankfully, Joe, Julianne, and their beloved dog escaped safely without injury, but they are now displaced and beginning the difficult process of rebuilding their lives from temporary housing.

Joe dedicated many years of his life to serving and protecting the residents of Bethlehem as a police sergeant, continuing his commitment to public service and his local community long after retirement. Now, during one of the most difficult moments of their lives, the Riedy family needs the same support and compassion they have always shown others.

This fundraiser hosted on https://t.co/IaBbSu2fAn will help provide immediate necessities, temporary living support, recovery expenses, and critical resources as they work toward restoring a sense of normalcy after this catastrophic loss. Over 130 donors have already stepped up to support the family, showing the power of community coming together during times of crisis.

At https://t.co/IaBbSu2fAn, we are proud to provide a trusted, verified platform where communities can rally around those in need when life changes in an instant. Please consider donating or sharing this fundraiser to help the Riedy family during this devastating time.

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Another respected law enforcement organization has officially placed its trust in https://t.co/IaBbSu2fAn. 🇺🇸

The Northport Police Benevolent Association has endorsed our platform as a trusted and secure way to fundraise for those facing hardship, tragedy, injury, illness, and line-of-duty emergencies.

Built by a retired NYPD Detective, https://t.co/IaBbSu2fAn was created to bring trust, verification, and real human support back into fundraising. Every fundraiser is manually reviewed, organizers and beneficiaries are verified through Plaid and Stripe, and funds go directly to the intended beneficiary.

We are honored to have the support of the Northport PBA and look forward to continuing to serve the first responder community and beyond across the nation.

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It is with deep sorrow that we share the passing of Associate Traffic Enforcement Agent Mohammed S. Anwar of the Brooklyn Traffic Enforcement Unit, who suffered a heart attack while on duty and sadly passed away days later. His loss is being felt across the entire law enforcement community, as he leaves behind his wife, Farhana Khatun, two children, loved ones, friends, and fellow officers who are grieving this heartbreaking tragedy.

This fundraiser, organized by the family of Mohammed S. Anwar with support from the Bangladeshi American Police Association, Muslim Officers Society, NYPD Desi Society, and Traffic Squad Benevolent Association, has already raised more than $9,200 through 138 donations. The funds will help support his family with funeral-related expenses, immediate financial needs, and the difficult road ahead.

Please continue to keep the Anwar family in your thoughts and consider donating or sharing to help support them during this unimaginable time. Hosted securely on https://t.co/IaBbSu2fAn

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Proud to announce the official endorsement of https://t.co/IaBbSu2fAn by the Southampton Town Patrolman’s Benevolent Association. Trust is everything in fundraising, and we are honored to have the support of an organization that understands the importance of transparency, verification, and protecting the communities they serve. Together, we continue building a safer, more trusted way for people across the nation to raise funds during life’s most difficult moments. Visit https://t.co/IaBbSu2fAn to learn more or start a verified fundraiser today.

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After Lt. Michael Hoosock of the Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office and Officer Michael Jensen of the Syracuse Police Department were killed in the line of duty while protecting their community, people from across the nation came together to support the families they left behind.

Through https://t.co/IaBbSu2fAn, this fundraiser has generated more than $682,000 from over 4,600 donations, proving that even in the darkest moments, communities stand together for those who sacrifice everything.

We are honored to provide a trusted platform where families of heroes can receive direct support when they need it most.

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Proud to announce the endorsement and partnership of Project Patriot 22, a respected nonprofit dedicated to supporting veterans, first responders, and their families through mental health, wellness, and community-driven initiatives.

Their belief in https://t.co/IaBbSu2fAn reinforces exactly why we built this platform — to provide a secure, trusted, and verified place for people to fundraise during life’s most difficult moments.

As a retired NYPD Detective, it means everything to continue earning the support of organizations that truly understand the importance of integrity, accountability, and protecting the communities we serve.

Together, we remain committed to ensuring first responders, military members, and their families always have a trusted platform to turn to when support is needed most.

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When a family is hit with a medical crisis, the last thing they should worry about is financial stress. Patricia Burns is now undergoing testing and screening for a possible lung transplant after being diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disorder attacking her lungs and muscles. In just 15 days, 71 donors have already helped raise over $7,500 on https://t.co/IaBbSu2fAn to support Patti, Bill, and their family during this difficult journey.

This is exactly why https://t.co/IaBbSu2fAn exists — trusted, verified fundraising for people who truly need it most. Every share, donation, and prayer matters.

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We are honored to receive this recommendation from the Theodore Roosevelt Association following a fundraiser that helped support their Homeward Bound for the Holidays program, sending sailors from the USS Theodore Roosevelt home to their families during the holiday season.

At https://t.co/IaBbSu2fAn, every fundraiser is more than just a campaign — it is a mission backed by trust, verification, and real human support. From organizers to donors to beneficiaries, we are committed to making fundraising secure, seamless, and impactful every step of the way.

Thank you to Chris Cosentino and the Theodore Roosevelt Association for your trust and support. 🇺🇸

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