Andrew Joseph Foundation Inc

This Giving Tuesday, we invite you to stand with us—boldly, compassionately, relentlessly—as we turn heartbreak into hope and tragedy into transformation. At the heart of our cause is the story of Andrew Joseph III, a vibrant 14-year-old whose life was tragically cut short while walking home from a school-supported event after being unlawfully detained by law enforcement. His death sparked the creation of the Andrew Joseph Foundation (AJF) — an organization born of pain, anchored by mission, and propelled by purpose.

Our vision is simple yet profound: every child deserves to live in a world where they are safe, valued, protected, and empowered. AJF works tirelessly to:

Why your support matters today

This is more than a donation—it’s an investment in human lives, safety, dignity, and the power of communities to heal and flourish. On this Giving Tuesday:

Together, we can reach our goal of $10,000 this Giving Tuesday so that AJF can expand its scope, deepen its impact, and bring meaningful change throughout communities just like yours.

Join us in these simple acts

In memory of Andrew — and in honor of every young life at risk — we commit ourselves. We choose action over resignation, hope over despair, community over isolation. And we ask: Will you choose with us?

Let’s light the way.

Donate now to the Andrew Joseph Foundation. Because every child’s safety is worth it.

When you look at the picture of our building, you may see shattered glass.

What we see are the hopes of mothers like Deanna Hardy-Joseph and Sonia Harmon, who lost their babies to state or community violence, being smashed yet again.

When you look at this picture, you may see a break-in.

What we see is a breach and violation against mothers and fathers who already go to bed every night with broken hearts.

When you look at this picture, you may see property damage.

What we see is the trust of families who have lost it all being damaged again.

When you look at this picture, you may see vandalism.

What we see is the pain of impacted families being magnified once again.

The Andrew Joseph Foundation Freedom Center & Cultural Exchange Lyfe-Stile Network is more than just a building. It is a space of healing, advocacy, and community for families who have been devastated by police violence, community violence, and systemic injustice. It is a place where broken hearts find connection, where art and culture inspire healing, and where our community organizes for justice and change.

But now, this sacred space has been violated. Two glass doors were busted open. Our speakers were stolen. And beyond the loss of equipment, we are now forced to invest in new security to protect the families who gather here and to keep this community space safe.

We are asking for your support to raise $5,000 to:

Repair and replace the broken doors

Clean and restore the damaged areas

Replace the stolen speakers

Strengthen security so that families who walk through these doors can feel safe

Despite this act of hate, we remain committed. The Andrew Joseph Foundation and Cultural Exchange Lyfe-Stiles will continue to pour love into the community, to honor the lives lost, and to stand with families who deserve healing and justice.

Your contribution—no matter the size—helps us repair, rebuild, and protect this vital space. Together, we can ensure that shattered glass does not shatter our mission.

Please give what you can and share this campaign with your networks. Healing, justice, and community resilience are stronger than any act of destruction.