March 08, 2023 "Words can not describe the excitement and honor of Southwestern Consolidated Schools to be recognized as a recipient of the Uvalde Foundation for Kids’ "Non-violent School Alliance Award." Due to unfortunate circumstances within our great country, education has been forced into a paradigm shift with increased focus on preventing school violence in our nation's public schools. This violence prevention is a priority for Southwestern Consolidated Schools in a pa

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A board member of the Uvalde Foundation for Kids was one of several to participate in a panel to discuss gun violence and school safety hosted by the Metro Public Health and Safety Committee. The discussion was held Wednesday night at Hillsboro High Schools. The series of meetings were scheduled after the shooting at The Covenant School that left six dead, including three students. Leaders throughout the city wanted to come together to figure out sol

Congratulations To Our 2023 Student Hero Award Recipient, Mr. Casey Orloski; Recently Recognized By The Uvalde Foundation For Kids & The General Assembly Of The State Of Ohio; For His Bravery In Preventing A Planned School Shooting At West Geauga High School In Ohio! Casey - THANK YOU For Being An Example For Students Across The Nation To Follow!! "This student who helped extinguish a possible threat to fellow students, represents the reality of how the climate of violence pl

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Founder Of Uvalde Foundation For Kids Donates First Round Of Funds From National Fundraiser To Family Of Minneapolis Shooting Victims, Harper Moyski 29 August 2025 (National)(Minneapolis) Remember the beautiful lives of Fletcher Merkel and Harper Moyski, and honor their memory by holding their families and loved ones close. The love you have for them and for each other is a force that violence cannot extinguish. The Uvalde Foundation For Kids released an

For IMMEDIATE RELEASE 10 August 2025 Uvalde Foundation For Kids (Texas/National) The Uvalde Foundation For Kids, national nonprofit, based on Central Texas; formed in response to the May 2022, Robb Elementary School shooting, announced in an update early Sunday afternoon that it has made it's second round of what it noted will be several ongoing donations to aid victims of the tragic, July 4th flooding in Central Texas. The foundation initially donated $2,000 to the Kerr Cou

For IMMEDIATE RELEASE 1 September 2025 Central Texas Based Nonprofit Donates To 'Heaven's 27,' In Honor Of Flood Victims: Continues National Flood Relief Drive The Uvalde Foundation For Kids, national nonprofit, based on Central Texas; formed in response to the May 2022, Robb Elementary School shooting, announced in an update early Monday morning, that it continues to distribute funding raised through its national campaign to aid victims of the tragic, July 4th flooding in Ce

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - FUNDRAISER TRANSITION & RESPONSE Youth Peace and Justice Foundation Transitions Aid Effort to Official Family GoFundMe for Cameron Graham; Current Funds Immediately Directed to Family's Account Foundation Acknowledges 'No Charges' Decision, Maintains Focus on Humanitarian Aid and Trauma Support for Community DALLAS, TX — December 10, 2025 (FULL STORY HERE) (EVENING UPDATE) — The Youth Peace and Justice Foundation (The Uvalde Foundation For Kids) today

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 20, 2026 YOUTH PEACE & JUSTICE FOUNDATION COMMEMORATES 27TH ANNIVERSARY OF COLUMBINE HIGH SCHOOL TRAGEDY, CALLS FOR NATIONAL RECOMMITMENT TO VIOLENCE PREVENTION, MENTAL HEALTH, AND EARLY INTERVENTION Dallas, TX — The Youth Peace & Justice Foundation, also known as The Uvalde Foundation for Kids, formed after the 2022 mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas; today released an expanded statement marking the 27th anniversary yesterday of the Columbine High Sch

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 20, 2026 YOUTH PEACE & JUSTICE FOUNDATION LAUNCHES FUNDRAISER, ANNOUNCES “TREES FOR PEACE” MEMORIAL, AND EXTENDS SUPPORT TO SHREVEPORT COMMUNITY FOLLOWING DEADLY SHOOTING UPDATE 04/23/26: YOUTH PEACE & JUSTICE FOUNDATION RELEASES SECOND ROUND OF DONATIONS, TOTALING $1,555.34 IN SUPPORT OF SHREVEPORT VICTIMS UPDATE 04/22/26: YOUTH PEACE & JUSTICE FOUNDATION DELIVERS $1,005.34 TO SUPPORT VICTIMS WITHIN 24 HOURS, HIGHLIGHTS UNIQUE STUDENT-LED NATIONAL

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Distribution: Statewide – Hawaiʻi Youth Peace and Justice Foundation Now Accessible via Aloha United Way 211 on Oʻahu HONOLULU, HAWAIʻI — April 6, 2026 — The Youth Peace and Justice Foundation, also known as The Uvalde Foundation For Kids, announced Monday its inclusion in the Aloha United Way 211 resource database, strengthening access to essential support services for families and youth across Oʻahu, Hawaii. Through this, the Foundation’s AnchorPoint Y

🌟 Emily Finn 'Seeds of Hope,' National Scholarship 2026 Recipients Announcement The Youth Peace & Justice Foundation, in partnership with American Ballet Studio, is proud to announce the inaugural recipients of the Emily Finn National Scholarship. Established in memory of Emily Finn, this national scholarship honors her life, her passion for dance, and the extraordinary light she brought into the world. As part of our initiative, Seeds of Hope: Transforming Tragedy into Art

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 20 March 2026 Manitoba / Canada / United States Protect Our Children, Honor Our Culture: Civil Rights Complaint Filed with Canadian Human Rights Commission After Assault on Cree Youth The U.S.-based Youth Peace & Justice Foundation, is issuing this updated statement to Indigenous and Canadian media following the assault of 11-year-old Theo Osborne at Stonybrook Middle School. After repeated requests for information and engagement were ignored by the scho

National Nonprofit That Helped Draft “Conrad’s Law” Urges Missouri Lawmakers to Pass Childcare Safety Reform After Toddler’s Death FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 16, 2026 UVALDE, TEXAS — The Youth Peace & Justice Foundation / Uvalde Foundation for Kids, a national child safety nonprofit formed following the Robb Elementary School shooting, is urging Missouri lawmakers to pass "Conrad’s Law” (HB 1819) after the legislation moved forward in the Missouri House of Representatives. T

Foundation Moves Forward With, 'Conrad's Law' Proposal For Safer Missouri Daycares: Petition In Support Gains THOUSANDS In First Day! In an effort to enhance the safety and well-being of Missouri children, The Uvalde Foundation For Kids, a national nonprofit, has taken a significant step forward. Based out of Texas, the 501c(3) national student advocacy and violence prevention group (Charity ID # 88-3268749), formed in response to the Robb Elementary School shooting in May 20

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE National Child Advocacy Organization Calls for State Board Of Education Review Following Death of Georgia Student and Allegations of Bullying Full Story Here https://www.13wmaz.com/article/news/local/12-year-olds-suicide-sparks-call-for-bullying-policy-review-in-georgia/93-2574b798-c88b-48eb-81f5-403debfc4667 BYRON, Ga. — The Uvalde Foundation for Kids, also known as the Youth Peace _ Justice Foundation, a national student advocacy nonprofit, is calling

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 9 March 2026 The Uvalde Foundation for Kids/Youth Peace & Justice Foundation Condemns Court Decision Dropping Murder Charge in Kansas City Chiefs Rally Shooting Case; Reaffirms Heroism Recognition for Clyde Edwards-Helaire In the aftermath of the shooting, the Foundation recognized acts of extraordinary bravery that helped protect young people caught in the chaos. The organization presented its Heroism Award to Clyde Edwards‑Helaire, running back for th

Does Bullying Cause Suicide ? Explaining the complex relationship between bullying and suicide. When are schools responsible? (Jessica Schrader) As a national student advocacy and violence prevention nonprofit, we view bullying as yet another form of violence which must be properly understood and addressed. As we see nationally a tragic increase in cases related to school bullying & student suicide, we must be alert to ensuring the critical balance between understanding th

We Remember, Santino Israel Gonzalez January 30, 2009 – February 21, 2026 At the request of the family, the foundation has included a special memorial below for Santino Israel Gonzalez - Gone Far Too Soon Trees For Peace: A Living Tribute Santino’s life was tragically cut short on February 21, 2026, following a shooting in Kansas City, Missouri. Though gone far too soon, his spirit and the joy he brought to others will never be forgotten. Santino Israel Gonzalez was born in O

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Youth Peace And Justice Foundation (Formerly The Uvalde Foundation For Kids) March 4, 2026 National / Texas National Nonprofit Formed After Uvalde, Texas Mass Shooting to Honor Austin Officers Cleared in Terror Attack Response; Financial Grant to Accompany Recognition AUSTIN, TX — The Youth Peace And Justice Foundation—the national nonprofit organization formed in the immediate aftermath of the 2022 mass shooting in Uvalde—announced today that it will

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Youth Peace & Justice Foundation to Honor Both Austin Sixth Street Victims Through Trees for Peace Memorial; Fundraiser Launched for Savitha Shan’s Family March 3, 2026 — Austin, Texas / Dallas, Texas — The Youth Peace & Justice Foundation today announced it will honor both students who tragically lost their lives in the recent Austin Sixth Street mass shooting through its national Trees for Peace living memorial initiative. The Foundation previously a