Dear friend, 

This April marked the 25th anniversary of the tragic events at Columbine High School, a day etched into our nation's memory. The impact of that fateful day transcends generations, shaping not just our approach to school safety, but also our collective understanding of resilience and community.

In the aftermath of Columbine, our nation forever changed – we were forced to confront a new reality where schools, once considered sanctuaries, became targets.

America’s parents could never have imagined that our schools could become places for unthinkable violence. For many of the parents and survivors of these horrific mass murders, the wounds are still raw, the memories still vivid. The pain of losing my son Luke will never fade. Yet we channel our grief into action, and become beacons of hope in the fight for safer schools. 

Out of the darkness emerged a commitment to prevent such tragedies from ever happening again.

From recognizing warning signs to implementing threat assessment protocols, we have come a long way in understanding the complexities of violence prevention. However, there is still so much work to be done.

Since 2018, we have worked hard to honor the memories of mass school violence victims by advocating for bipartisan policies and legislation around the country to create safer schools. And we need your help – will you stand with us and help by donating today? 

Friend, at Stand With Parkland, our mission is clear: to honor the legacy of those we've lost by advocating for real, tangible change. We believe that every child deserves to walk through the doors of their school feeling safe, loved, and valued.

Together, we can create a world where tragedies like Columbine, Ulvade, Sandy Hook, and Parkland, are nothing more than distant memories. 

So please, would you consider making a donation today to help us continue our vital work? Your generosity will help us honor the legacy of those we've lost and ensure a brighter, safer future for generations to come.

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Thank you, 

Gena Hoyer (Luke’s mom)