The Global Medical Relief Fund (GMRF)

06/04/2026

We are so grateful to our Board Member, Francesco Rulli, and his sailing partner, Olmo Cerri, for racing in the Melges15 Long Island Sound Championships in support of GMRF!

Thank you for helping raise awareness for children affected by war, violence, and traumatic injuries around the world. We also extend our gratitude to Noroton Yacht Club and everyone who made this incredible event possible.
Your support helps us continue changing lives, one child at a time. 💙⛵

This past weekend, Olmo Cerri and I raced in the Melges15 Long Island Sound Championships in support of Global Medical Relief Fund (), an organisation dedicated to helping children who are victims of war and violence and have lost limbs or suffered severe disfigurement. I invite everyon...

06/02/2026

🎶 We're excited to announce that Meagan Lee (Piano) and Kaitlyn Lee (Cello) are once again joining forces to support the mission of the Global Medical Relief Fund! 🎶

This year marks their 9th Annual Benefit Concert, and we are deeply grateful for their continued dedication and generosity.

Watching Meagan and Kaitlyn devote countless hours to creating a beautiful classical music experience while raising funds to help children living with limb loss and other disabilities is both inspiring and uplifting.

We hope you'll join us in supporting their incredible efforts. Please mark your calendar, visit their fundraising page, make a donation if you're able, and please help spread the word by sharing this post with your friends and family.

Together, we can help provide hope and healing for children in need.

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By The Global Medical Relief Fund (GMRF)

05/31/2026

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05/24/2026

We are proud to celebrate our founder, Elissa Montanti, on receiving the prestigious Ellis Island Medal of Honor, one of our nation’s highest civilian honors recognizing service, philanthropy, and dedication to humanity. 🇺🇸✨

Honored in the historic Great Hall of Ellis Island, Elissa joins a distinguished group of humanitarian leaders whose compassion and commitment have changed lives across the world.

For 27 years, Elissa has dedicated her life to giving critically ill and injured children a second chance through GMRF. As she beautifully shared, this honor belongs to “the first boy I helped 27 years ago who opened my eyes to a world outside my own.”

Congratulations, Elissa, on this incredible and well-deserved recognition. Your love, courage, and unwavering belief in every child continue to inspire us all. ❤️

Thank you to the Staten Island Advance for always highlighting our community!
https://www.silive.com/news/2026/05/2-staten-islanders-honored-with-ellis-island-medal-of-honor.html

05/05/2026

GMRF is thrilled to welcome Aldrin back from Tacloban, Philippines! 💙

Aldrin first came to the Dare to Dream House in 2014 after losing his leg at just four years old during Typhoon Haiyan. Now returning for his 7th visit, he continues his journey of strength and resilience with ongoing prosthetic care as he grows. 💪

We are endlessly grateful to our incredible Allies in Care at Shriners Children’s Philadelphia and to our generous donors who make Aldrin’s continued treatment possible.

When he’s not in school, Aldrin loves playing basketball 🏀 and singing 🎶 He shares his bright spirit with everyone around him. It’s an honor to be part of his journey and to watch him thrive year after year. 🤗

04/30/2026

What a beautiful day of generosity and community! We are eternally grateful to John Verrazza the owner of La Bottega Salon in Rye for opening his heart and salon to GMRF’s mission. We at indebted to his incredibly talented team for donating their time and talent.
Witnessing efforts like this is what continues to empower all of us at GMRF.

Special thanks to our Board of Director, María Curran for spearheading this amazing fundraiser and bringing so many people together in support of children in need like Marvin.

Our Board of Directors, Natalie Mines and Francesco Rulli were also on hand to support and help share GMRF’s mission.

Thank you to everyone who made this day such a resounding success, your kindness is truly changing lives. 💙

04/18/2026

We are beyond proud to celebrate our founder, Elissa Montanti, on receiving the Ellis Island Medal of Honor. This prestigious award is a well-deserved recognition of her lifelong dedication to changing the lives of children in need around the world. 💛

Read more from the Staten Island Advance here:

They join past honorees that include U.S. presidents and Nobel Laureates whose achievements strengthened our nation.

03/27/2026

✨ Community Strong for Marvin ✨

Join us on Sunday, April 19 (10 AM – 2 PM) at La Bottega Rye Brook for a special fundraiser benefiting GMRF child, Marvin.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of the salon’s owner and stylist, 100% of proceeds from all services will be donated to help provide Marvin with the prosthetic care he will need as he grows—through age 18.

• Blowout – $100
• Haircut & Blowout – $150
• Wine, mimosas, refreshments & more

📍 263 S. Ridge Street, Rye Brook, NY
📞 Reservations must be made directly with the salon by calling (914) 937-5333 (ask for Judy)
Payment made to the salon on the day of service

Your support helps ensure Marvin can continue walking confidently into his future 💙

03/25/2026

We are elated to share that GMRF’s founder, Elissa Montanti, has been named the New York State Senate District 23 Women’s History Month Honoree. 🌟

Elissa has dedicated her life to helping children from around the world access life-changing medical care, and built the heart and mission of GMRF along the way.

She shared that this recognition feels especially meaningful during Women’s History Month, as we celebrate the strength, resilience, and compassion of women everywhere.

Read more from the Staten Island Advance

Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton recognized Montanti for her Global Medical Relief Fund, which has provided medical treatment to more than 500 children from 67 countries over three decades.

03/04/2026

🌟 Marvelous Milestone🌟 We’re overjoyed to share that 4-year-old Marvin has received his new prosthetic legs! �

Born without feet in Nicaragua, Marvin first came to GMRF in 2023. He underwent life-changing surgeries, followed by intensive rehab therapy, which led to his very first steps at two-years-old. During his most recent stay, Marvin worked closely with the extraordinary team at Shriners Children’s Philadelphia, alongside Dr. Goldberg, to be custom fitted with new prosthetics. Thanks to his top-quality care, Marvin will soon return to his home country to start Kindergarten in stride.🦿�

Moments like this are only possible with the unwavering generosity and support of our donors and Allies-in-Care. Your compassion quite literally helps children stand tall and step into brighter futures. Thank you all for helping us change lives, one child at a time. ❤️