FailSafe-ERA's 1st “Sounding the Alarm” on Youth Violence community event at Olde Greenwich

When tragedy shook Olde Greenwich, our community showed up! 

This weekend was truly a humbling experience as we hosted our very first “Sounding the Alarm” on Youth Violence community event at Olde Greenwich, a neighborhood still feeling the impact of the senseless violence that took place in April.

We stood with residents, in solidarity and support, who witnessed the shooting.   Many expressed deep gratitude for the wide range of resources that were provided from backpacks filled with school supplies, food, and clothing, to the prayer tent offered by Hope Aglow Empowerment Church, and so much more.

None of this would have been possible without the incredible generosity of our community, and our amazing vendors and organizations. Thank you for turning pain into purpose and making this day one to remember.

On behalf of the “Sounding the Alarm” committee, a heartfelt thank you to the following vendors and organizations whose generosity and dedication made this event possible. In my opinion, this was the event of the year - a day where together, we turned tragedy into hope:

Hope Aglow Empowerment Church

New Restoration Outreach Church

Richland Baptist Church

The Gideons International

Konnect Ministries

John Halley Costello, Backyardables party rentals

Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office - Roger L. Harris Sheriff

Office of Stafford County Sheriff - David "DP" Decatur, Sheriff

Spotsylvania Social Services - Spotsylvania County Government

Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank

Germanna Community College

Fredericksburg Democratic Committee

Move with Purpose Firearms and Defense Training LLC

Strictly Ballroom

Zoe Freedom Center

Big Brothers Big Sisters Greater Fredericksburg

Rappahannock Area Community Services Board

Yet Stand Inc.

Act-Enough

Sheynas Closet

NOBLE

We Care Support Services

Faded & Co.

National Christian Counselor Institute, Dr. Philicia Jefferson