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On June 11th, Toronto Police Service Constable Marc Pinizzotto made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

But before he was an officer, Marc was a husband.

Before he wore the badge, he was a father.

Before he answered the call, he was the center of his family’s world.

Today, a wife is grieving the loss of her partner. Two children are facing a future without their dad. A community is mourning a man remembered not only for his service, but for his kindness, leadership, and unwavering dedication to those around him.

Those who knew Marc describe him as the kind of person who always showed up. For his fellow officers. For his friends. For the young athletes he coached. And most importantly, for his family.

Now it’s our turn to show up for them.

Every donation, every share, and every act of support helps remind Marc’s family that they are not walking this road alone.

At FundtheFirst.com, 100% of donations raised for this campaign go directly to Marc’s family, providing support during a time no family should ever have to endure.

Please take a moment to donate if you’re able. If you can’t donate, share this post. Sometimes a single share can reach the person who can make all the difference.

Let’s honor Marc not only with our words, but with our actions.

🇨🇦💙 For Marc. For his family. For those left behind.

When training, judgment, and duty collide, the personal cost can be life-changing.

Officer Joseph Magnano now faces an uphill battle after an incident that occurred in the line of duty. While the legal process moves forward, he and his family are confronting the financial and emotional challenges that come with the loss of a career, income, and stability.

This fundraiser was created to help provide support for Officer Magnano and his family during this difficult chapter, including living expenses, legal representation, and the resources needed to navigate the road ahead.

Regardless of where people stand on any individual case, supporting first responders and their families during times of hardship remains an important part of the community coming together when it’s needed most.

FundTheFirst was built to give families facing unexpected challenges a trusted platform to receive support, and we’re honored to help share Joseph’s story.

At FundtheFirst.com, our mission has always been simple: provide a secure, verified, and transparent fundraising platform for those who serve and the communities that stand behind them.

We’re honored to receive the support and endorsement of three respected organizations that share our commitment to helping others during life’s most difficult moments:

⚫ Massapequa Funeral Home
⚫ U.S. First Responders Association (USFRA)
⚫ MTA Police Benevolent Association

These organizations recognize the importance of trust, accountability, and integrity when communities come together to support individuals and families facing hardship. Their endorsements reinforce what we strive to deliver every day: a fundraising platform where every fundraiser is reviewed, every donation is protected, and every story matters.

Whether supporting first responders, military members, public safety professionals, or families navigating unexpected challenges, we remain committed to ensuring help reaches those who need it most.

Thank you to these incredible partners for standing with FundtheFirst.com and helping us continue our mission of making fundraising safer, more transparent, and more impactful for everyone.

Together, we’re building stronger communities—one verified fundraiser at a time.

When tragedy strikes the first responder community, the response is often immediate, powerful, and deeply personal.

In January 2022, the FundtheFirst.com community came together to support the families of fallen NYPD Police Officers Jason Rivera and Wilbert Mora following their heartbreaking Line of Duty deaths. What began as a call for support quickly became one of the most impactful examples of what can happen when thousands of people unite behind a common cause.

📊 Campaign Impact:
• $540,292 Raised
• 6,379 Donors
• 1,680 Shares
• Support provided directly to the families of Officers Rivera and Mora

Organized by fellow NYPD member Keith Hall and the NYPD Bowling Team, this fundraiser demonstrated the strength of the law enforcement family and the generosity of people across the country who wanted to honor two officers who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Officer Jason Rivera and Officer Wilbert Mora represented the very best of public service—dedicated professionals who answered the call to protect others. While no amount of money can ever replace a loved one, the overwhelming support shown through this fundraiser helped ease financial burdens and reminded their families that they would never face their loss alone.

At Fund the First, every campaign tells a story, but some become lasting reminders of what communities can accomplish when they stand together. More than half a million dollars was raised not because of a platform, but because thousands of people chose to take action, donate, share, and support families during one of the most difficult moments imaginable.

This fundraiser remains a powerful example of our mission: providing a trusted platform where people can come together to support first responders, military members, medical professionals, teachers, and families in need.

To every donor, every person who shared the campaign, and every supporter who helped honor Officers Rivera and Mora—thank you for proving that even in the darkest moments, compassion and community can shine the brightest.