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PILLARC Foundation

About Us

At PILLARC Foundation, we believe every community deserves the opportunity to thrive in safety, wellness, and hope. Founded with a passion for change, our work centers on addressing three of the most pressing challenges facing underserved communities today: poverty, drug addiction, and violence.

We recognize that these issues are deeply interconnected and require holistic, compassionate solutions. That’s why our approach blends advocacy, education, and outreach to create sustainable impact in the lives of individuals and families.

PILLARC

Our Commitment

  • Mental Wellness for All: We are breaking the stigma surrounding mental health by fostering open dialogue, promoting culturally sensitive education, and linking people to vital resources that support emotional well-being.
  • Preventing Drug Abuse: Through grassroots initiatives, youth engagement, and collaboration with recovery partners, we focus on prevention, early intervention, and creating pathways to recovery and reintegration.
  • Ending Violence & Crime: We provide safe spaces for healing, promote nonviolent conflict resolution, and empower youth to embrace peace, resilience, and purpose instead of violence.

Where We Work

Our programs and outreach are rooted in Philadelphia, Manhattan, and the Bronx—communities with diverse strengths and challenges. Here, we partner with local organizations, schools, and families to ensure our work is grounded in real community needs.

Our Vision

A future where individuals are resilient, families are supported, and communities are free from the cycles of stigma, addiction, and violence. At PILLARC Foundation, we are more than an organization—we are a movement for healing, prevention, and transformation. Together, we can build stronger, safer, and healthier communities.

Nelson Abdul                                                                Mercy Abdul

Our Board

Coach Jerry Barry

Board members focus on addressing the intersection of mental health, gun violence, and drug addiction, emphasizing the need for comprehensive programs that integrate prevention, treatment, and support. They agreed on advocating for policy reforms that prioritize early intervention, community-based care, and education to break the cycles of trauma and violence.