06/08/2026
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.
