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Our Story<\/h2>\n

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In June 2009, 35-year-old Damion Gosa, was gunned down in his Phoenix home during a home invasion. Damion\u2019s family set out to steer youth toward a Christ-like life, filled with integrity, love and respect through the Damion Gosa Memorial Foundation (DGMF).<\/p>\n

Founded by Cynthia Gosa-Lazaro, mother of Damion Gosa, DGMF strives to empower, encourage, motivate, and inspire youth to rise above their environments and reach their highest potential. Cynthia believes if she can influence the lives of youth, she may have the opportunity to change a generation and prevent premature deaths due to violence.<\/p>\n

In loving memory of DAMION GOSA June 1973 \u2013 June 2009<\/p>\n

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Our Leadership<\/h2>\n

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Dr. Paul Heartquist<\/h2>\n

Chairman<\/p>\n

paulheartquist@yahoo.com\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Jed Harris<\/h2>\n

CFO<\/p>\n

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Willie Mae Russell<\/h2>\n

Treasurer<\/p>\n

williemaer28@gmail.com<\/p>\n

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Patricia Robertson<\/h2>\n

Secretary<\/p>\n

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Cynthia Lazaro<\/h2>\n

Executive Director<\/p>\n

Cynthia@dgm-f.org<\/p>\n

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Stacy Garner<\/h2>\n

Director<\/p>\n

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Donna Jackson<\/h2>\n

Director\/Social Worker<\/p>\n

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Demetrius Lee<\/h2>\n

Director<\/p>\n

drivenmediagroupllc@gmail.com<\/p>\n

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Lori Gray<\/h2>\n

Director<\/p>\n

lori@jimlamon.com<\/p>\n

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Shirley Butler<\/h2>\n

Director\/Teen Programs<\/p>\n

shirley.butler@phoenix.gov<\/p>\n

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Damion Gosa<\/h2>\n

Damion loved athletic competition and was extremely active in his community. Damion was among some of the exceptional athletic talents that the great state of Arizona has produced. His passion for basketball was showcased through his life. He attended Phoenix Carl Hayden High School, and upon graduation, attended Central Arizona College, and eventually transferred to the University of Texas, El Paso.<\/p>\n

The father of three, 2 daughters and 1 son, was murdered during a violent invasion of his home in June of 2009, at the age of 35. His legacy will live on through the collaborative efforts of those whom love him. DGMF was founded in his honor, bringing awareness of violence, peer pressure and crime to youth and the community.<\/p>\n

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Sponsors<\/h2>\n

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