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A Message of Gratitude from Los Angeles
When disaster strikes, recovery is only possible through the strength of a community and the generosity of those willing to help. At BBF, we are committed to supporting organizations on the front lines of disaster relief, ensuring that families facing hardship have access to essential resources. Recently, we provided a grant to Westside Food Bank…
Read MoreExpanding Opportunities for Children in Malawi
Every shipment BBF sends is more than just supplies—it’s a chance to transform lives. Recently, we received photos from Malawi showing children using mobility carts provided through one of our shipments. These carts are making a real difference, giving children with mobility challenges greater independence and access to education. Our partners in Malawi shared how…
Read MoreDelivering Critical Care to Communities in Ogun State, Nigeria
In June 2024, the National Council of Nigerian Muslim Organizations (NCNMO) conducted a medical-surgical outreach in Ibiade and Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria. Their trip addressed critical healthcare needs by providing diagnosis and treatment for chronic diseases, offering medical and health education, and performing minor surgical procedures. With a strategic focus on healthcare education, infrastructure support,…
Read MoreBBF’s Ongoing Impact: Supporting MANNA Food Bank’s Hurricane Helene Relief in NC
BBF responded to Hurricane Helene with a large-scale relief effort, providing grants and shipments to multiple organizations immediately following the storm. As part of this response, BBF provided two grants and three shipments to MANNA Food Bank to help meet urgent needs in North Carolina. MANNA recently released its final report, detailing the impact of…
Read MoreBringing Essential Care to Ethiopia
Last February, a team of 31 medical professionals from the Coptic Medical Association of North America (CMANA) traveled to Ethiopia, bringing much-needed healthcare services to communities with limited access to medical treatment. The team included specialists in internal medicine, pediatrics, dermatology, cardiology, optometry, urology, obstetrics and gynecology, anesthesiology, dentistry, and pharmacy—offering care across a wide…
Read MoreBBF Continues Support for California Wildfire Response with Fifth Shipment
As California communities work to recover from the recent wildfires, BBF continues to assist with critical recovery efforts. Our latest shipment, the fifth in our ongoing response efforts, delivered 100 air purifiers to the Anderson Munger Family YMCA to help improve air quality for those affected by smoke and hazardous conditions. Since the onset of…
Read MoreBBF Grant Helps LAEC to Care for Animals Affected by Wildfires
The devastating wildfires that have swept through California have left countless communities in crisis, displacing families and animals. Among those affected are horses, donkeys, goats, and other large animals forced from their homes due to the destruction. In response to this need, BBF has provided a grant to the Los Angeles Equestrian Center (LAEC) through…
Read MoreOngoing Relief: BBF Provides Grants for Ukraine’s Children and Medical Professionals
As the war in Ukraine continues to take a devastating toll, the need for mental health support and specialized medical training remains critical. In response, BBF has provided two new grants to Heart & Valor and MedGlobal—expanding access to trauma rehabilitation for children and strengthening medical care for those wounded by the ongoing conflict. For…
Read MoreBROTHER’S BROTHER FOUNDATION WELCOMES ERIC SAKS AS NEW BOARD CHAIR
For Immediate Release Brother’s Brother Foundation (BBF) is pleased to welcome Eric Saks as the new Chair of our Board of Trustees. Saks has been a dedicated member of BBF’s Board since 2021, previously serving as Vice Chair. Saks first became involved with BBF in 2016 as a member of our Advisory Board, bringing a…
Read MoreCalifornia Wildfire Response Update: BBF’s Ongoing Relief and Recovery
As the wildfires continue to impact communities across California, BBF remains committed to ongoing relief efforts. Our latest support includes a grant to the LA Regional Food Bank, which is ramping up its response to assist evacuees and address widespread food insecurity in Los Angeles County. With this funding, they are bringing in additional food,…
Read MorePITTSBURGH COMES TOGETHER TO SUPPORT VICTIMS OF CALIFORNIA WILDFIRES
For Immediate Release January 24, 2025 Brother’s Brother Foundation (BBF) would like to thank the Pittsburgh community for its support of our response to the devastating impact and loss of life caused by the ongoing wildfires in the Los Angeles area. The generosity of individual members of our community has been supplemented by donations from…
Read MoreSupporting Smiles in El Salvador
In January 2025, BBF supported the Global Smile Foundation (GSF) on their medical trip to Benjamin Bloom Hospital in San Salvador, El Salvador. BBF provided surgical instruments to assist GSF in their work for children with cleft lip and palate. During their time in El Salvador, GSF’s medical team screened 77 patients, ranging in age…
Read MoreSecond Shipment Sent to Support Wildfire Recovery
BBF has sent a second shipment of essential supplies to aid families and communities impacted by the wildfires in Southern California. Today’s shipment includes six pallets of hygiene kits and ten pallets of bottled water, generously provided by Giant Eagle and a network of dedicated supporters. These critical resources are on their way to the…
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BBF Sends 250,000 Masks To California As Wildfires Rage On
Read MoreBBF Sends Out First Shipment in Response to California Wildfires
In response to the ongoing wildfires in Southern California, BBF is delivering critical supplies to support impacted communities. Today, we sent 26 pallets of N95 masks to the Food Bank of Southern California, equipping residents with essential protection against the hazardous air quality caused by the fires. The smoke and ash from these fires pose…
Read MoreBBF Responds to Devastating California Wildfires
Wildfires continue to ravage communities near Los Angeles, California, with thousands of residents displaced and critical infrastructure impacted. Brother’s Brother Foundation (BBF) is closely monitoring the situation and working with our partners in California to assess the needs of those affected. As part of our initial response, BBF is prepared to provide financial support for…
Read MoreThank You for an Incredible 2024!
As we welcome 2025, we take a moment to reflect on the incredible achievements we’ve accomplished together over the past year. Thanks to your unwavering generosity, 2024 was a year of hope, impact, and transformation for communities across the globe. A Year of Impact In 2024, your support allowed us to: Each of these accomplishments…
Read MoreFrom our President Ozzy Samad
Responding to Disaster – Hurricanes Helene, Milton and the Ensuing Tornadoes As some of you may have seen through news coverage BBF has recently received, Hurricanes Helene and Milton, along with the ensuing tornadoes in South Florida, have been a major focal point of our work since early October. Your generosity along with the added…
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