Gabriel Douglas anthony 21 Foundation news & upcoming Events
GDA 21 Foundation 1st Year Recap
As we approach the one-year anniversary of the Gabriel Douglas Anthony 21 Foundation, we’re humbled and grateful for the overwhelming support and impact we’ve experienced. What began as a way to honor Gabe’s memory and promote roadside safety has quickly grown into a mission-driven movement. Here’s what we’ve accomplished in our first year:
GDA 21 Foundation Website Launch - On July 7, 2024, we launched our official website and shared Gabe's story, our mission, and our call to action. The response was immediate and heartfelt - with donations ranging from $5 to $5,000 pouring in from supporters near and far, Visit our website: www.gda21foundation.org
GDA 21 Foundation Fundraisers:
NH Muscle Car Summer Sizzler Car Show - We were honored to be the featured non-profit, where—with help from Mr. Anthony’s Advisory students—we sold LED flares and t-shirts, raffled a $100 Diomede’s gift card, and received proceeds from the event’s 50/50 raffle.
Pittsfield Hot Air Balloon Rally - The GDA 21 Foundation had a booth set-up at the Rally for Friday evening and all day Saturday. Again with the help of Mr. Anthony’s Advisory students, we sold flares, t-shirts, and had a raffle for a $100 gift certificate to Diomedes Restaurant.
Diomede’s Restaurant Sunday Dinner Fundraiser - A community gathering with a purpose! Diomede’s sold out for Sunday dinner, with proceeds supporting our work. Our student volunteers also ran a flare sales table.
Farmington vs Pittsfield Basketball Game - The Farmington Athletic Department generously donated all 50/50 raffle and collected donations during the game, benefiting the Foundation
Gabriel Douglas Anthony 21 Foundation in the media:
We’ve been fortunate to have our mission amplified by local media:
- WMUR Channel 9 Feature:
A moving piece on Gabe’s legacy and the Foundation’s work
Watch here
- Ball603 / Hoop603 Article:
“Remembering Gabe” – a story of love, loss, and legacy
Read here
- Student-Produced Video:
Mr. Anthony’s Advisory created a heartfelt YouTube video for use in our presentations.
Watch here
GDA 21 Foundation School and Community Presentations:
We’ve had the honor of presenting to seven high schools, two driver’s education programs, and at two basketball games, distributing thousands of 3-packs of LED Roadside Flares.
High Schools:
- Sunapee High School
- Pittsfield Middle High School
- Coe-Brown Northwood Academy
- Prospect Mountain High School
- Belmont High School
- Colebrook Academy
- Plymouth Regional High School
Drivers Education Classes:
- Tri-City Driving School
- Deerfield Driving School
Basketball Games:
GDA 21 Foundation did a short presentation and handed out the 3-packs of the LED Roadside Flares to athletes at 2 basketball games:
- Pittsfield @ Farmington (Boys & Girls Varsity)
- St. Thomas @ Belmont (Varsity Boys)
Special Thanks:
To the students in Mr. Anthony’s Advisory:
Abby Hodgdon, Addie Clark, Brayden Pelletier, Elias Gates, Jared Landry, Eli McNeil, Mable Johnson, Caleb Cassin, and Cam Witham—your time, effort, and heart made this possible. I will miss you all and wish you nothing but success in the future.
A heartfelt thank you to Mackenzie Phillips, who attended our Deerfield Driving School presentation and used her creative expertise to refresh and elevate our slideshow. Your contribution was deeply appreciated.
GDA 21 Foundation Fundraiser at Diomede's Restaurant - Sunday Jan. 26 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Diomede's Restaurant is graciously hosting a fundraiser for the GDA 21 Foundation on Sunday January 26th from 3:00pm - 7:00pm. Diomedes will donate 40% of all proceeds that day to the GDA 21 Foundation. Come out and have a great Italian meal and support the GDA 21 Foundation at the same time.
Diomedes is located at 346 Suncook Valley Rd (Rte. 28) in Chichester, NH 03258
For Reservations call 603-435-4072. Check them out on Facebook!
Help support this wonderful local business and the Gabriel Douglas Anthony 21 Foundation while having a great Italian meal
THIS EVENT IS ALMOST SOLD OUT! CALL FOR RESERVATIONS SOON
GDA 21 Foundation presentation at Coe Brown Northwood Academy
On Wednesday Jan 15th, Rick Anthony did the presentation for the GDA 21 Foundation at Coe Brown Northwood Academy. Mr. Anthony did a 30 minute presentation on roadside safety, the dangers of driving under the influence, and the dangers of distracted driving to 171 CBNA Seniors. All the seniors received a 3-pack of LED Roadside Flares to help keep them safe, if or when their vehicles break down. The donation of the LED Roadside Flares was made possible generous donations!
Check out the pictures on the Pictures page!
GDA 21 Foundation does it's first school presentation
On Thursday December 19th, Rick Anthony did the first school presentation for the GDA 21 Foundation at Sunapee High School. Mr. Anthony did a 30 minute presentation on roadside safety, the dangers of driving under the influence, and the dangers of distracted driving to 25 Sunapee High School Seniors. All the seniors received a 3-pack of LED Roadside Flares to help keep them safe, if or when their vehicles break down. The donation of the LED Roadside Flares was made possible generous donations!
Check out the pictures on the Pictures page!
Farmington basketball and 603Ball.com hold fundraiser for gda 21 foundation
On Friday December 6th, Farmington Varsity Girls and Boy's hosted Pittsfield girls in boys in the first games of the season. Ball603.com and Farmington Basketball held a fundraiser at the games for the Gabriel Douglas Anthony 21 Foundation. In between games the GDA 21 Foundation did a brief presentation on the Foundation and with the help of the Mr. Anthony's Advisory students presented each of the Farmington basketball players with a 3-pack of LED Roadside Flares.
Check out the pictures on the Pictures page!
Look for a new article about the GDA 21 Foundation coming on Monday Dec. 16th on Ball603.com
GDA 21 Foundation Presentation Dates and Times
Sunapee High School 12/19 1:30pm 25 Seniors
Plymouth Regional High School TBA 185 seniors
Prospect Mtn High School TBA 105 seniors
Coe Brown Northwood Academy 1/15 10:00am 171 seniors
Pittsfield Middle High School 1/16 11:45am 37 seniors
Groveton High School & Colebrook Academy TBA 65 seniors
Belmont High School 2/18 10:30am 92 Seniors
Pembroke High School TBA
Gorham High School TBA
Berlin High School TBA
Check out the New GDA 21 Foundation Video - Made by Mr Anthony's Advisory
GDA 21 Foundation does 1st Presentation for tri-city drivers Education school
The Gabriel Douglas Anthony 21 Foundation presented 21 students with the 3-packs of LED Roadside Flares on Monday 10/28. Rick Anthony did a presentation on roadside safety that was well received by all the students. Check out the pictures in the picture tab
Pittsfield Balloon Rally
The Gabriel Douglas Anthony 21 Foundation had a booth at the Pittsfield Balloon Rally on Friday 8/2 and Saturday 8/3. We were able to raise over $2000 for the Foundation! Thank you to everyone who supported us and all the volunteers that helped run the booth!!
Check out THE GDA 21 Foundation Feature on WMUR
The Gabriel Douglas Anthony 21 Foundation was featured on WMUR Channel 9! https://www.wmur.com/article/pittsfield-father-roadside-safety-in-memory-of-son/61785905#