The Lynn Kaufman and Marni Levine
legacy fund
As a memorial tribute, The Lynn Kaufman and Marni Levine Legacy Fund (formerly known as The Marni Fund) is dedicated to raising and granting funds to develop improved treatments and new diagnostic procedures for pancreatic, breast, and women’s cancers.
Created in memory of Marni Levine (1969–2006), after her courageous battle with breast cancer, The Marni Fund supports innovative Cancer researchers at NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers. This fund was established by Lynn & Bruce Kaufman and Darren Levine, co-created by Krav Maga Worldwide in 2006 to supporting young, innovative breast cancer researchers who are identified by the Concern Foundation Scientific Review Committee as showing the greatest potential for making major advances in the treatment or early diagnosis of women’s cancers.
Marni was one of the founders of Krav Maga Worldwide, a multinational organization, and earned a 4th degree Black Belt in Krav Maga. Her rank made her the highest-ranking Krav Maga female instructor in the world at the time. She was a wife, a wonderful mother, a valiant and true friend. In addition, she was devoted to Krav Maga and worked tirelessly to towards its growth. Krav Maga, the tactical system developed by the Israeli military, is now taught to civilians, soldiers and police officers across the globe.
The Marni Fund is supported by funds raised through the Krav Maga Worldwide annual “Fight For The Cure” seminars and events, and through donations directly to Concern Foundation for Cancer Research. Marni was a fighter who never gave up and, in her memory, her husband, two daughters, family and friends, and Krav Maga Worldwide have raised, with matching grants, over $5,000,000 in the effort to cure breast cancer.
Lynn Kaufman (1941 – 2021) passed away after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Lynn & her husband Bruce have raised millions of dollarssince the passing of their daughter Marni in 2006 by establishing The Marni Fund.
A beautiful soul full of life, energy and wisdom, Lynn cared deeply for others and shared 59th wonderful years with the love of her life Bruce, their three children and five grandchildren. The impact that she had in helping so many will be remembered forever, and her legacy will live on through the Lynn Kaufman and Marni Levine Legacy Fund which has expanded to include both breast and women’s cancers as well as pancreatic cancer.
The Concern Foundation, through the Lynn & Marni Cancer Fund, are helping fuel the earliest stages of breakthrough cancer research — the critical work that leads to tomorrow’s cures.
These efforts include advancing immunotherapy, preventing metastatic spread, and decoding the genetic and cellular mechanisms of cancer — areas that are already reshaping survival outcomes worldwide.
Darren R. Levine (1960–2026), renowned for bringing authentic Krav Maga to the United States and dedicating his life to service, discipline, and community, created the Legacy Watch Project as a tribute to his life’s work and his late wife, Marni. Finalized on December 8, 2025, the meticulously hand-crafted, limited-edition collector’s watch - designed to Darren’s exacting standards - reflects his passion for craftsmanship, purpose, and enduring legacy. Though he never held the finished piece, the project stands as a lasting tribute to his vision and values.
While the watch is available separately through the project team, proceeds benefit the Lynn Kaufman and Marni Levine Legacy Fund. As part of this initiative, the first 25 donors who contribute $500 or more through this page will receive a custom Benchmade knife personally selected by Darren. Supplies are extremely limited - please complete the donation form to participate.
*This is not a submission form, but an example of how to complete your donation.