Hope and Heal Fund

Today marks four years since the tragedy at Saugus High School. We remember and honor the lives lost, the survivors, and the resilience of the Santa Clarita community. Our hearts are with the families, students, and staff who were forever changed on that day. At the Hope and Heal Fund, we remain committed to creating safer communities so that no family, school, or community has to endure such pain. https://lnkd.in/gPRTmMNz

Today, we honor our veterans for their service, courage, and dedication. At the Hope and Heal Fund, we recognize that the sacrifices made by veterans and their families deserve not only our gratitude but our ongoing support. Together, we are committed to building safer, healthier communities where all those who have served can find the peace they worked so hard to protect. Thank you to all veterans for your commitment to our country. #VeteransDay #HopeAndHeal

Steadfast in Our Mission: Staying the Course for Safer Communities

??? Today marks six years since the tragic shooting at the Borderline Bar & Grill in Thousand Oaks, where 12 lives were taken and countless others were forever changed. As we remember those lost, we stand with the survivors and families whose lives were impacted by this senseless act of violence. The Borderline community gathers each year at a memorial garden to honor those who perished, a reminder of resilience and the importance of mental health support in healing from such trauma. Let’s continue to work towards a future free from violence and honor these lives by fostering safer, more connected communities. https://lnkd.in/gRWk_xh5 #BorderlineStrong #NeverForget #GunViolenceAwareness #ThousandOaks #HopeAndHeal

?? Thrilled to share that the Hope and Heal Fund is not only featured but was also interviewed for the Milken Institute's newly published report, “Activating Philanthropic and Business Capital: Strategies to Advance Gun Violence Prevention in the US!” We’re honored to be recognized for our efforts in supporting innovative, community-driven solutions to address firearm violence. A big thank you to our partners and supporters for making this impact possible! ?? #GunViolencePrevention #Philanthropy #HopeAndHealFund https://lnkd.in/gfyBD2tG? Authors: Madeleine Cashin, Hilary McConnaughey Page, Kellen Silver, Emily Musil

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’re excited to share our new Domestic Violence and Firearms FAQ. This resource addresses critical topics such as the connection between firearms and domestic violence, the disproportionate impact on marginalized communities, and what can be done to prevent these tragedies. Let’s continue raising awareness and advocating for safer futures. ?? https://lnkd.in/gG_Vegif #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth #DVFAQs #EndGunViolence #HopeAndHeal #SupportSurvivors

?? Black women are nearly 3x more likely to be killed by males than white women. This stark reality highlights the devastating impact of domestic violence and firearm violence on communities of color. In 2022, 78% of Black women killed by males were shot with firearms. This alarming statistic reflects a significant increase in firearm-related homicides, up from 51% in 2011. At Hope and Heal Fund, we are committed to addressing the systemic inequities that make Black women more vulnerable to this lethal violence. We must continue to push for resources and healing practices that protect all women, especially those disproportionately impacted by domestic violence. @VPC https://lnkd.in/gcsjWEgC

As a result of the @White House discussion, Center for Justice and Accountability (CJA) Action Fund Hope and Heal Fund, GIFFORDS, and MomsRising.org have shared policy recommendations to reduce firearm violence, suicides and trauma in Latinx communities . Please review the following PDF to read how we are making the push to address gun trafficking, language access, suicide prevention, cultural healing and trauma support, and intimate partner violence.

Congrats on the Hope and Heal Fund team for presenting at the historic The White House meeting where Latinx leaders delivered firearm violence prevention recommendations. Props to Refujio "Cuco" Rodriguez for sharing his insights with members of the office, such as Gregory Jackson Jr.

According to @VPC, nearly 90% of women murdered by men were killed by someone they knew—and over half were intimate partners. This devastating fact highlights the deeply personal nature of many of these crimes. Adding to the tragedy, firearms were used in 2 out of every 3 of these murders, with handguns being the most common weapon. The presence of a firearm in an abusive relationship drastically increases the likelihood that violence will turn fatal. At Hope and Heal Fund, we are combating these alarming numbers by investing in organizations like The Positive Result Center which addresses the root causes of violence from both cultural and age-based perspectives. Their approach focuses on preventing and ending teen dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of interpersonal harm.