Friends -

Many cities across the country are struggling with the dueling public health crisis of COVID-19 and gun violence.

In response, mayors from cities across the country are asking Congress to step in and provide additional funding for workers on the front lines of preventing the spread of gun violence -- and coronavirus.

One thing we know for sure is that violence intervention programs save lives. Even during lockdown, gun violence is surging in some cities. That's why we're joining hands with mayors to call on Congress for emergency funding.

Here's what we are calling for:

Direct federal aid to cities & vulnerable communities
Emergency funding to protect organizations in cities most impacted
Broader eligibility for the Paycheck Protection Program

Here's what we need you to do:

Add your name and stand with these mayors as they support the frontline workers and organizations serving our communities to make them safer from gun violence.

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In the midst of this crisis, violence interrupters and street outreach workers are providing hope and lifelines to communities who need it most.

They are the first line of defense, lending a helping hand to those troubled by gun violence while taking on new responsibilities in the effort to stop COVID-19 from spreading.

During this time, we can't afford to have the lights go out on the violence intervention programs they work for.

That's why we need you to add your name today and stand with these mayors as they support the frontline workers and organizations working to make our communities safer from gun violence.

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Thank you for staying in the fight.

The team at Giffords




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