As the year draws to a close, I want to take a moment—on behalf of The Family Preservation Alliance and the STAR Network Foundation—to share how deeply honored we are to support this extraordinary initiative led by MyWhatIf Foundation and its Founder & CEO, Omer Golan.
The NY Resilience Award Gala, held on December 18, 2025 at Agora Gallery, marked a powerful and meaningful moment—not only for MyWhatIf, but for the global trauma-recovery community. After two years of intentional, science-grounded work carried out quietly and thoughtfully, this evening represented a courageous step into the light.
What unfolded was something truly special.
The room was filled with compassion, curiosity, generosity, and belief. Art became a bridge to healing. Stories became pathways forward. And survivors were met with dignity, safety, and hope. This is exactly the kind of trauma-informed, human-centered work that the Family Preservation Alliance and the STAR Network Foundation are proud to stand behind.
We are especially moved by the continued NY Resilience Award Silent Auction, which remains open through December 31. Each piece of art tells a story of resilience—not as triumph alone, but as the courage to remain open, to move forward, and to heal. By supporting the auction, individuals are doing two vital things at once: uplifting artists who shared their stories with bravery, and directly funding trauma-recovery journeys for 2,500 people seeking a safe path forward.
Our deepest gratitude goes to the artists, volunteers, speakers, donors, and partners who made this evening possible, including Tel Aviv University, Get Saucy, NY Art Competitions, and the many hands and hearts that came together in service of this mission.
At its core, this initiative reflects what we believe at both the Family Preservation Alliance and the STAR Network Foundation: that healing is possible, that community matters, and that when art, science, and compassion come together, lives change.
We are grateful to stand alongside MyWhatIf and Omer Golan as this work continues to grow—bringing accessible, affordable, and trauma-informed recovery to people around the world.
As we move into the new year, may we carry forward the spirit of this evening: shared purpose, creative healing, and enduring hope.
With respect and gratitude,
John S. Hamel, Jr.
On behalf of the Family Preservation Alliance
and the STAR Network Foundation
The Family Preservation Alliance and the STAR Network Foundation are proud to support this meaningful initiative led by the MyWhatIf Foundation.
The NY Resilience Award Gala was a powerful example of what is possible when art, science, and compassion come together to advance trauma-informed recovery. The intention, integrity, and care behind this work were evident throughout the evening, and the impact will extend far beyond a single night.
We commend Omer Golan and the MyWhatIf team for their thoughtful leadership and for building a platform grounded in safety, dignity, and hope. We are honored to stand alongside this effort and look forward to continued collaboration in expanding accessible, global pathways to healing.