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June 4, 2026 · By jedfoundation
Every June, communities observe National Gun Violence Awareness Month — a time to remember lives lost, support survivors, and work toward safer communities. For the James E. Davis Foundation, the month honors a leader whose vision still inspires change.
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May 12, 2026 · By jedfoundation
Small businesses build stable, connected communities—and that stability is a key factor in preventing violence.
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April 18, 2026 · By jedfoundation
JEDSVF Newsletter April 2026 featuring the RORSCHACH: Murder in City Hall podcast series and the New York City Hall listening event.
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April 14, 2026 · By jedfoundation
When individuals are actively involved in their neighborhoods, they are more connected, more aware, and more invested in maintaining a safe environment.
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April 2, 2026 · By jedfoundation
A 10-part weekly series presented by iHeart Radio and Best Case Studios, featuring Geoffrey A. Davis, Executive Director of JEDSVF.
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March 18, 2026 · By jedfoundation
JEDSVF is the featured non-profit on The Edit with Vivian Cole for Podcasthon 2026, the global movement uniting podcasters to spotlight nonprofits.
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March 11, 2026 · By jedfoundation
When young people are given guidance, support, and a clear sense of direction, they are far more likely to make positive choices.
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February 9, 2026 · By jedfoundation
Preventing violence in communities begins with connection. When people feel seen, supported, and valued, conflict decreases and peace grows.
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January 8, 2026 · By jedfoundation
Violence prevention strategies are more important than ever. True change begins with prevention, education, and community involvement.
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October 16, 2025 · By jedfoundation
JEDSVF partnered with Apple Bank to host its annual Back to School event, distributing supplies and resources to local students.
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July 31, 2024 · By jedfoundation
Apple Bank Branch Manager (Albany Avenue branch) presents the St. John's University Love Local Award to JEDSVF on the 20th anniversary memorial.
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May 29, 2023 · By jedfoundation
JEDSVF announces a community partnership with State Farm agent Gus Simeon to spread the message of non-violence and anti-hate.
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May 20, 2019 · By Paul Maplesden
A look at poverty, the penal system, access to firearms, cultural pressures, and drugs as root causes of violence in America.
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May 13, 2019 · By jedfoundation
How to recognize threats, anger, and problem behavior at work — and what employees and management can do to keep workplaces safe.
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May 6, 2019 · By jedfoundation
Four practical steps congregations can take to protect members from violence — from assembling a security team to handling an active shooter.
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April 30, 2019 · By jedfoundation
School violence is no longer a high-school problem. From elementary classrooms to middle schools, our children are facing real threats every day.
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