Kids for Kids Foundation

We are thrilled to shine a spotlight on one of KFK's esteemed founding members, Joseph Capone. As a leading fundraiser for Kids for Kids from the very beginning, Joseph has been instrumental in driving our mission forward. His unwavering dedication to our cause has not only helped shape the foundation of our organization but has also made a significant impact on countless lives. We are extremely proud to share that Joseph was recently honored at the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts Swing For Kids Benefit Tournament for his contributions towards the center’s nonprofit mission—to entertain and enrich the community through arts performance, education, and advocacy. Joe's true philanthropic spirit and tireless efforts have been a beacon of inspiration for all of us. Congratulations, Joe, on this well-deserved honor! We look forward to our 15th Annual Golf Outing on September 9th, once again under your leadership.

It's National Volunteer Week! We'd like to take a moment to shine a spotlight on one of our heartfelt helpers: Jasmine Jusufi Jasmine joined Kids for Kids on our trip to visit St. Jude in March of 2023. She left Memphis full of inspiration, and has since truly thrown herself into our shared cause. Jasmine has invested her time and talents with us as a volunteer at several events in 2023 with plans to join us once again this week at our Spring Sporting Clays fundraiser! But her commitment hasn't stopped there; Jasmine has gone above and beyond by hosting two fundraisers for KFK and St. Jude at her business, Le Reve Beauty Body Spa in Staten Island, NY. And be sure to mark your calendars for May 9th, because she's planning a third Mother's Day Event! Stay tuned for more details! Jasmine's boundless enthusiasm for giving back is evident to all who know her. We are truly grateful to count her as a member of our Kids for Kids Family, and eagerly anticipate the impact we'll continue to make together! If you'd like to find out how YOU can get involved in your own way, click below or send us a DM to learn more! https://lnkd.in/eV8GKgJU #nationalvolunteerweek #heartfelthelper #volunteer #waystogive #giveback #thankyou

We'd like to share our appreciation for Christopher Bisaccia, Partner at Gil-Bar! Chris has generously taken his support of KFK and the kids at St. Mary's Healthcare System for Children to the next level by becoming the first-ever Presenting Sponsor for next week's Lunch at Rao's! This sponsorship allows us to maximize our impact and truly make a difference in the wonderful and life-changing care St. Mary's provides to its patients - allowing them to help even more children achieve the best possible outcome. We are so grateful to have Chris and his team at Gil-Bar as important members of our Kids for Kids Family and, thanks to their support, we're looking forward to our best Lunch at Rao's yet! #dineforacause #GiveBackWithEveryBite #SponsorSpotlight #ThankfulThursday

Steve Markowitz of Samson Funding, along with his wife, Michele, and sons, Steven Jr., Michael, and Joseph (not pictured), is a long-time supporter of the Kids for Kids Foundation. All members of the Markowitz Family possess this passion for helping others and together, began hosting an annual golf outing to support various children's cancer foundations including St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Since their first outing in 2020, the Markowitz Family has gifted over $260,000 to St. Jude both directly and through their support of Kids for Kids. They have even established their own foundation – Mar5 Gratitude Foundation – to further their family’s charitable mission. After providing years of support, the Markowitz family was finally able to join us on our most recent annual trip to St. Jude to see first-hand the incredible impact of their hard work. Witnessing the lifesaving treatments, groundbreaking research, and compassionate care provided by St. Jude only strengthened their commitment to our mission. We're incredibly grateful to count this wonderful family among our own. Through their ongoing efforts and steadfast commitment, they embody the true spirit of philanthropy. Michael Markowitz Joseph Markowitz Steven Markowitz Samson Funding #MarkowitzFamily #KidsForKids #StJude #Mar5GratitudeFoundation

Members of the KFK family recently had the privilege of witnessing first hand the groundbreaking research, cutting-edge treatments, and compassionate care that define St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. For Kids for Kids, our annual visit brings us together and gives us a first-hand look at the profound impact that our collective effort can have on our mission to support children & families struggling with medical challenges. This visit served as a powerful reminder that every dollar raised, every event organized, and every effort made has the potential to transform lives, inspire hope, and bring light into the darkest of days. We continue to be inspired to come together to make an even greater impact—and we're so excited for all there is to come! Robert Catalano . Frank Pagano C.E.M., LEED AP . Todd Marcus . Rudin Pistoli, CCA, CCP . Lucy Pistoli . Sal Amato . Michael Lentin . James Halpin Nail Capri . Vincent Malizia . Michael Markowitz . Steven Markowitz . Suzanne Karath . Danielle Romain . Leigh Hubert

Registration is OPEN for our annual Due Process Golf Classic! Join us on May 21st as we swing for a good cause at one of the most exclusive golf courses in the country in support of children & families struggling with medical challenges! This event will sell out quickly - visit the link below to sign up today, and be sure to check out our sponsorship opportunities! https://lnkd.in/eAmB3AT6 #kfkdueprocess #dueprocessgolfcourse #charity #swingforacause #forthekids 

Meet Our Founders! The Kids for Kids Foundation’s first-ever event was organized by a group of friends and families – most who knew each other from childhood– at the Bronx Zoo. The idea was to create a community of family, friends, and colleagues raising money for organizations that support children and families struggling with medical challenges. From there, what started as this small group of Founders quickly grew to nearly 100 Members within our Committee and Junior Program! These founders put countless hours, hard work and love into what we now know as the Kids for Kids Foundation. Now in its 16th year, KFK has grown far beyond what any of these incredible philanthropists could have imagined. Here's to many more years of growth and positive impact on those in need, with a very special thanks to our Founders: Robert Catalano Nick Ranieri Fabio Migliaccio Joseph Capone Craig Shapiro Jason Dove Jim Halpin Brian Baslin Todd Baslin Danny Fontana John Carbone Brian Kaminskey Paul Lombardozzi Sal Amato Jamie Ruggiero #whoiskfk #nonprofit #founders #nonprofitfounders  #thankyou

Registration is now OPEN for our Annual Lunch at Rao's! Secure your table at one of NYC's most exclusive restaurants, all while supporting the kids at St. Mary's Healthcare System for Children! Be sure to act fast- space for this event is EXTREMELY limited! Visit the link below to register today! https://lnkd.in/gGRfdQjs Gil-Bar Industries #lunchforacause #KFKLunchAtRaos #dineforacause #fundraiser #forthekids

Registration is now OPEN for our Annual Spring Sporting Clays Fundraiser! Join us for a day of camaraderie and competition at the world-renowned Orvis Sandanona, and help us hit our target for the kids at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital! Register your squad today by clicking the link below. And be sure to check out our sponsorship opportunities! https://lnkd.in/eiRis_5z #KFKSpringSportingClays #ClaysForACause #fundraiser #forthekids #charity

Did you know: On June 6, 2019, Kids for Kids was honored to cut the ribbon on the brand new Kids for Kids Interactive Zone at St. Mary's Healthcare System for Children! St Mary's is truly one of the crown jewels in all of New York when it comes to caring for pediatrics —providing extraordinary family-centered care to achieve the best possible outcome for children with medical complexity and special healthcare needs. We are immensely proud to help support the major impact they are making on the lives of the kids and families in their care and are so grateful to each and every member of our KFK family who contributes to this wonderful cause. #nypediatrics #forthekids #charity #ribboncutting #giveback