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BBF IS RESPONDING TO MYANMAR EARTHQUAKE
For Immediate ReleaseMarch 31, 2025 BBF is responding to the widespread destruction and loss of life caused by the devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar. As of Sunday afternoon, the reported death toll was over 1,700 people, with more than 3,400 injured and 300 missing. BBF is conducting initial needs assessments and has reached out to…
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From responding to hurricanes and wildfires to addressing critical healthcare needs – your support making a difference in the lives of so many. Whether speaking to the media about our response to a disaster, signing thank you letters, or writing a note of appreciation to a donor, the one thought that always stays with me…
Read MoreMeeting Health Needs in Liberia
Med-Surg Trip Brings Care to Underserved Communities BBF supported Liberia Medical Mission’s recent trip to Liberia as part of our Med-Surg program, providing pharmaceuticals to assist with patient care. The team, composed of medical professionals, traveled to Monrovia, Tubmanburg, and Robertsport, Liberia, where they served both rural and urban communities. Liberia Medical Mission organized clinics…
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BBF Program Visit to Ghana 2024
Strengthening Mental Health Support in Pasadena Schools After Wildfires
BBF has provided a grant to the Pasadena Educational Foundation (PEF) as part of its response to the California wildfires. The grant will support PEF’s ongoing efforts to aid Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) schools affected by the Eaton Fire. PEF plans to use the funding to train school staff in trauma-informed interventions designed to…
Read MoreSupporting Wildfire Recovery for Native Communities in Los Angeles
United American Indian Involvement, Inc. (UAII) has been providing critical support to Native American families and others affected by recent wildfires in Los Angeles. In response to the devastation, BBF has provided a grant to UAII to expand its wildfire relief efforts, ensuring that displaced individuals and families have access to essential resources, medical care,…
Read MoreProviding Direct Relief to Families Affected by the Eaton Fire
The Eaton Fire left many families in Pasadena and Altadena struggling to recover, with ongoing needs for housing, food, and essential supplies. In response, BBF has provided a grant to Flintridge Center, a nonprofit organization that has been serving the community since 2007 with programs focused on youth development, workforce training, and reintegration services for…
Read MoreExpanding Food Access in South Los Angeles
BBF Supports Universal Community Health Center Access to nutritious food remains a challenge for many families in South Los Angeles, where economic hardship and food insecurity have been exacerbated by recent wildfires and job displacement. To help address this ongoing need, BBF has provided a grant to Universal Community Health Center (UCHC) to support their…
Read MoreBBF Grant Supports Life-Saving Cardiac Care for Patients in Nigeria
BBF is proud to continue its partnership with VOOM Foundation, a nonprofit humanitarian medical organization dedicated to bringing life-saving cardiac care to underserved communities in Nigeria. BBF’s most recent grant to VOOM will support program costs such as scholarships for indigent patients, transportation of donated medicines, and shipping of medical technology and consumables critical to…
Read MoreTrain Them to Fish Provides Medical Care in Uganda with BBF’s Pharmaceutical Support
BBF provided pharmaceuticals to support Train Them to Fish’s medical mission trip to Uganda in late June and early July 2024. The organization operated medical and dental clinics for underserved individuals, aiming to provide both immediate care and education on preventive health practices. A team of volunteers participated in the trip, including 13 from the…
Read MoreHurricane Helene: The Role of Local Nonprofits During Disasters
By Julia van den Bergh, BBF Director of Strategic Initiatives In the winter newsletter, I described BBF’s network of partners on the ground, focusing on Foodbanks and Free & Charitable Clinics. As a short recap, BBF’s disaster response begins with analytics, but is shaped, refined, and implemented through human connection. We started by mapping organizations…
Read MoreCommunity Care in Action: Mobile Health Update
The AHN Primary Care and Pediatrics Mobile Clinic recently provided healthcare services at multiple community sites, focusing on areas with high socioeconomic challenges and limited access to care. Patients received primary care, influenza vaccinations, hypertension screenings, and pediatric sports physicals, helping ensure students met school health requirements. Schools reported improved vaccine compliance, allowing more students…
Read MoreHurricane Milton: Guatemalan Maya Center
When Milton hit in early October 2024, BBF’s partner network led us to the Guatemalan Maya Center, a community-based nonprofit serving uprooted children and families in Florida’s Palm Beach County and other areas. The nonprofit was launched to serve the Guatemalan population fleeing the Silent Genocide in the 1980s, and through the community they have…
Read MoreBridging the Healthcare Gap in Guatemala
By Emily Umble, Assistant Director of Programs for BBF Global Relief I had the privilege of traveling to Guatemala in November of last year with BBF Global Relief partner, Food for the Poor. When I arrived in Guatemala, I quickly realized the magnitude of the healthcare challenges faced by its people. The journey I embarked…
Read MoreVita Nova’s New Funding from Brother’s Brother Foundation: Supporting Employment Loss Due to Hurricanes
By Ashley Berry, Director of Development & Community Relations atVita Nova Vita Nova, a nonprofit organization committed to assisting former foster youth, and other homeless youth ages 18-25, has recently received a generous grant from the Brother’s Brother Foundation to address the growing issue of job loss caused by hurricanes Debbie, Beryl, Helene, and Milton that…
Read MoreEstablishment of First Otology Surgical Training Fellowship in Africa: in Person and Remote Learning to Train the Future of Otology in Africa
By Dr. Greg Basura Preface by Ozzy Samad: As you may know, a major part of BBF’s work includes sending medicines, medical supplies, and equipment to partners in need all around the world. As a complement to these relief efforts, we also support the impactful work our physician partners who are helping with both the…
Read MoreBBF Expands Support for LA Regional Food Bank’s Wildfire Response with Third Grant
The aftermath of the January wildfires in California continues to leave families facing hardship, with many struggling to rebuild their lives while also dealing with food insecurity. To ensure that those affected have access to nutritious meals and essential supplies, BBF has provided additional funding to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, reinforcing our commitment…
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