About Us
Empowering communities to create positive change
The word “Maman” in Persian means “Mother,” someone who is always there to guide, nurture, and support you. Maman Nonprofit was founded by Sara Raoof Jacobs, a mother of three, who named the organization in honor of the spirit of her own mother, Mahvash Ghiam Raoof.
Mothering the Community, Inspired by Her Own
During her mother’s battle with cancer, Sara witnessed the strength of the Iranian Jewish community, which rallied to support her family during those challenging years. From her mother’s example of giving back and paying it forward, Sara learned the importance of helping others—a cornerstone of any community. Maman was established in 2022 as an ode to her mother, with the mission of continuing her mother’s legacy and values.
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