I support foundations that address suicide prevention, education, hunger and women's rights.

Father's Heart Ministries in NYC

Mission: help people move from dependency to dignity and from poverty to prosperity through a variety of programs.

PW: I believe Father's Heart addresses poverty from the source causes and provides people with resources to become empowered. When I tutor at the GED program on Saturday mornings, the line of people coming for the soup kitchen is hundreds deep. People of all ages, colors, and religions are served. 

Food Bank for New York City

Mission: To end hunger by organizing food, information and support for community survival and dignity.

PW: No one should have to go to sleep hungry. Nearly one in five New Yorkers relies on Food Bank for food & other resources. $35 can help feed a child for ~2 months, $120 can help serve 600 fresh meals at a soup kitchen, $500 can help provide meals for a family of four for 7 months.

Snehalaya Home of Love, India

Mission: To provide education, healthcare and livelihood services to women, children and LGBT affected by poverty and the commercial sex industry in rural India.

PW: By providing a safe exit point from poverty and the commercial sex industry, this "Home of Love" gives hope to women and children. "Poverty and illiteracy keep crippling cycles in place" so I donate to help END the cycle. They help over 15,000 people per year with rehab, education, healthcare and awareness.

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Mission: Save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. Goal to reduce the annual suicide rate in the US 20% by 2025.

PW: In loving memory of a friend's sister who was a mother, teacher and smile-spreader.

“Once we understand the sacredness of our own life, we can appreciate the sacredness of the life of everyone, everywhere. And we must understand the sacredness of the environment, which is a divine gift that we are all responsible to share with one another.”
- Radhanath Swami referencing Bhagvad-Gita text 5.18