Dr David M Milch Foundation

Lives eliminated, dreams illuminated (ledi) exhibit and educational programmingdescription:in 2024, the Foundation launched lives eliminated, dreams illuminated (ledi) at the museum of science and history (mosh) in jacksonville, Florida. This immersive multimedia art and education exhibit humanizes holocaust victims and other marginalized groups through original paintings, music, film, and technology. Ledi combines history, art, and empathy-driven education to help visitorsespecially students understand the consequences of hate and the power of compassion.purpose / goals:to combat antisemitism and hate by fostering understanding, empathy, and inclusion through arts and education. The program seeks to inspire students and visitors to become upstanders in their communities.

New york rangers learn to play program for underprivileged youthdescription:in partnership with the new york rangers and sophie gerson healthy youth, the Foundation designed and initiated the first learn to play hockey program for underprivileged children in new york city. While the on-ice program launches in 2025, significant work was completed in 2024 to structure operations, secure partnerships, and fund equipment.purpose / goals:to provide equitable access to youth sports and mentorship, using hockey as a tool to teach teamwork, perseverance, and confidence.

The conservatory initiative collaboration with edith wong, catskill art space, en garde arts, and a single bitedescription:the Foundation co-launched the conservatory, an interdisciplinary arts and social-impact initiative uniting catskill art space, en garde arts, and a single bite. The program supports food-insecure families while advancing rural arts programming and communityengagement.purpose / goals:to foster cross-sector collaboration between arts, education, and food justice organizations, using creative expression and social action to strengthen communities in upstate new york.