Courageous. Proud to support fellow gun violence survivor and Billboard charting artist @breskiiiii__ as she begins her journey to speak out on gun violence, the importance of healing and honoring the legacy of both her father and brother taken by gun violence.
Holidays are a time of joy for so many, but also a reminder of loved ones lost. Please take time to remember our loved ones lost and embrace those around us most touched by loss.
The last three years we have seen homicides reduce by 48% because of courageous survivors, activists, service providers and children of redemption. Let’s keep building, expanding and spreading love to those in pain or at risk.
Salute to @quavohuncho@rocketfdn@babyjade@drchicotill@mariahbcooley and the CVILA team for making this incredible night happen.
🕊️ Ball’s Legacy: A Life of Purpose and Courage 🕊️
This weekend we honored Coach Ball’s legacy with a Day of Healing in partnership with Offenders Alumni Association. 💜 In his memory, and in the memory of all those who lost their lives to gun violence in Atlanta over the weekend of July 25th, Rocket Foundation launched an Emergency Trauma Therapy Fund to support youth and families impacted by the recent Atlanta shootings. Please donate and spread the word — link in bio.
#EndGunViolence #RocketPower #CoachBallLegacy
In the wake of a devastating string of shootings that rattled his hometown of Atlanta, Quavo and the family of the late Takeoff are reaching out to their community through their foundation.
On Thursday, July 31, 2025, Quavo and The Rocket Foundation formally launched an Emergency Trauma Therapy Fund to provide immediate trauma and mental health support to the youth and families directly impacted by the recent violence.
The fund comes on the heels of one of Atlanta’s most violent weeks, in which 49 people were reportedly shot, News 11 reported. Among the victims were Deshawn Johnson, an 18-year-old participant in a 2024 Rocket Foundation camp, and Aaron “Coach Ball” Hines, a beloved father and community figure.
Source: The Grio / @rocketfdn
After the tragic weekend in Atlanta where at least 49 people were shot, including the tragic loss of Rocket Foundations grantee leader of Offenders Alumni Association, Coach Ball, Rocket Foundation is creating an emergency trauma therapy fund for the youth and families impacted.
These resources will go directly to two of our Spark Grantees @magviolence@cureviolenceoaaa and @hope.hustlers working directly with those impacted. Please honor the pain and loss of those impacted by spreading the world and donating! Nothing can replace those lost, but together we can help our community heal in this trying time. donation link in bio #EndGunViolence #RocketPower
Two generations. One mission. @iammiajaye and @oresanapperwilliams of @officialnac116 show what healing and leadership look like in action at the 2nd Annual Rocket Summit.
#RocketVoices#GunViolenceAwareness #notanotherchild #miajaye #justiceforyoungdolph
Survivor. Advocate. Leader. Deborah Daniels is living proof that redemption and impact go hand in hand.
#RocketFoundation #WeAreTheChange #HealingJustice
@leonarddungee of H.O.P.E. Hustlers joins #wearethechange panel at the Second Annual Rocket Summit.
Through mentorship and credible messenger work, he doesn’t just talk change — he builds it.
#WeAreTheChange #RocketVoices #CommunitySolutions
From trauma to transformation. @DrChicoTill leads the charge in redefining safety through restorative justice and healing-centered work on the #UrgencyOfNow panel at the 2nd Annual Rocket Summit.
#RocketFoundation #RocketVoices
When we organize, we protect. Angela Ferrell-Zabala of Moms Demand Action joins the #UrgencyOfNow Panel at #rocketsummit2025 & turns advocacy into action across the country.
#RocketFoundation #GunViolenceIsPreventable #RocketVoices
The time for change is now. Marcus Ellis of Cities United speaks directly to the communities most impacted by gun violence. Rocket Summit Urgency of Now Panel/ Tap in and hear how he’s helping build a future rooted in healing and strategy.
#RocketFoundation #UrgencyOfNow #RocketVoices
Real change starts at the local level ✊🏽
Rocket Foundation President Greg Jackson Jr. discusses community-centric solutions to help end gun violence.
ALL THE SMOKE’s special episode from the 2nd Annual Rocket Summit at the College Football Hall of Fame is available on YouTube now!
Today we celebrate June 18th, Takeoff Day🚀
Declared last year by Atlanta and the State of Georgia, today we celebrate the life of Takeoff — an artist, a visionary, and a quiet giant whose impact continues to grow.
His legacy lives on through every life we touch, every neighborhood we invest in, and every young person we uplift.
Happy Birthday, Takeoff. We’re making it count. 🚀
#RocketFoundation #LongLiveTakeoff #RocketPower
