The Highs That Bind, and a Happy Mother’s Day

Gotham’s latest campaign is around Mothers. This campaign is called The Highs That Bind. It is a tribute to mother – a celebration of how cannabis is evolving within families and across generations. By sharing these stories, we hope to challenge outdated perceptions and honor the many ways cannabis brings people together.  

When I first saw the film, tears came to my eyes. These mothers’ deep bond with their children is shown in the photos and the film. Our photos are plastered throughout the city.

Below is what I wrote for the weekly newsletter for the Public Housing Community Fund, which is near and dear to my heart.

I love being a mother more than anything else I have done. Having a relationship with someone I nurtured, cared for, listened to, and championed is like no other. There are multiple stages to having children: the early years, the middle years, the later years, and then, of course, adulthood.  

As Chair of the Public Housing Community Fund and founder of Gotham, I’ve seen how powerful mothers can be – both in shaping families and transforming communities. At the Fund, we’re proud to stand alongside the women of NYCHA who are raising children, supporting neighbors, and leading change across generations.

This Mother’s Day, I’m thinking about the mothers and grandmothers who joined us on Governors Island for our wellness retreat—a rare and restorative day just for them. I’m thinking of the moms who sat beside their daughters, helping them apply for a once-in-a-lifetime summer camp experience. And I’m thinking of the women who are making space for new life by hosting community baby showers and leading health programs in their neighborhoods.

These mothers are the beating heart of public housing and of New York City. Their strength, love, and leadership remind us that when we invest in women, we invest in the future.

If only the world were run by mothers. Happy Mother’s Day, everyone!