ABOUT
Fred Cox Life Matters Foundation has a strong history of uplifting youth through impactful campaigns like volunteering with community organizations, helping youth with mentoring and resources, Back to School Drives including special editions for teachers, Holiday Giving events, feeding the homeless, and joyful community gatherings such as Movie Nights with Kids. Building on this legacy, our new Sistah2Sistah program focuses on empowering young girls by fostering sisterhood, self-worth, and leadership. Join us in making a difference—support our mission today to help every child and family thrive in a safe, loving community.
Empowering youth is not just about giving them tools — it’s about igniting hope, confidence, and purpose.
Our Mission
The Fred Cox Life Matters Foundation is dedicated to honoring the life and legacy of Fred Cox by carrying forward his commitment to justice, family, and community. The Foundation supports families affected by gun violence through emotional and material assistance, invests in youth development through mentorship, scholarships, education, and leadership opportunities, and empowers communities by promoting healing, equity, and safety through volunteerism and advocacy. At its core, FCLM transforms grief into action, ensuring that no life lost to senseless violence is forgotten and that communities have the resources they need to thrive.
Our Vision
FCLM envisions a future where every family affected by gun violence is supported with compassion and justice, every young person has access to opportunities and mentorship to reach their fullest potential, and communities are unified in healing, safety, and equity. The Foundation strives to build a sustainable and transparent organization that creates lasting impact through strong partnerships and expanded programming, uplifting untold stories and advocating for accountability while fostering leadership and resilience in the next generation.