Why Give

Over 30 years ago, Golden State Warriors Coach Steve Kerr's life was shattered when his father was shot and killed. Now, Coach Kerr works with Brady to prevent the pain and trauma that he and his family experienced.

Gary has supported Brady for over 40 years. Because of our success and leadership, Gary sees Brady as the beacon for the gun violence prevention movement with a proven track record of creating meaningful change.

Gun violence prevention is a top priority for their family and, together, they are committed to staying involved with Brady and supporting our mission to save lives.

Ken’s connection to the gun violence prevention movement stems from the early 1990s when he first learned about Brady. Our work struck a nerve, so Ken began to donate in small, regular ways.

Rhoady, a long-time supporter of Brady, grew up as a third-generation hunter and everyone in his family takes gun safety seriously.

Josh, a member of Brady's New York Regional Leadership Council, is one of the founders and current principal of the Business of Sports School (BOSS), which teaches students the foundation of business and entrepreneurship along with academic subjects.

Melanie and Richard are two of Southern California’s most significant philanthropists. Their gifts have helped create the partnership for Los Angeles Schools — a sustainable turnaround model for underserved non-charter K-12 public schools.

Keith Sendall has been a Brady supporter and donor since 1995. Keith had a successful 30-year career in sales helping people prepare for retirement. He was able to retire early just 10 years ago, and has spent much of his time since traveling as well as volunteering for Brady.

As a British national who has lived in the United States for 27 years, Karen was struck by the troubling extent of gun violence in this country. This perspective led her to Brady where she became a supporter of gun violence prevention.

Bill Harwood, a former member of Brady’s Board, has been a Brady donor and supporter since 1997.

Ruth Borenstein has been a Brady supporter and donor since 2018. She is currently the Brady California Legislative & Policy Chair and serves as a co-lead of the Brady San Francisco chapter.

In 2018, Brady Legal and the Cooper Elliott law firm filed suit against Cabela’s, alleging that the company negligently and illegally sold a black powder firearm to a prohibited purchaser that was used to kill Bryan Galliher. In honor of Bryan, the Cooper Elliott law firm donated a portion of the settlement to Brady.

Rebecca's grandfather started supporting Brady in 1981. She continues to honor his legacy by continuing to support our work to end gun violence.

Jack and Mary, his wife of 35 years, have been Brady supporters for ten years, drawn to an organization that leads with common-sense solutions that unite gun owners and non-gun owners alike.

Tom, 75 years young, started supporting Brady in 2015.

Juano Queen, attorney and media executive, has the distinct honor of having served on two different Brady Regional Leadership Councils, first in New York and now in Los Angeles.

Tom Green first became interested in the gun violence prevention movement after serving in Vietnam where he “saw enough guns for the rest of my life.”

Jim Reichardt first got involved with Brady 37 years ago. As a successful lawyer in Chicago, early on, Jim recognized the devastating effect of gun violence and wanted to be part of the solution.

Kath Tsakalakis became involved in gun violence prevention after sitting in on a school board meeting and learning about lockdown drills.

Richard and Peggy are two Brady philanthropists from Lakeforest Park, WA.

Bill D'Elia is an executive producer and director of television shows and has supported Brady for over 20 years.

Kal became a Brady supporter because he was tired of seeing the horrendous toll og gun violence on our country. 

Tim, a successful entrepreneur and philanthropist, joined Brady's Board of Directors in 2009, serving with distinction for ten years.

Like many Americans, Mark’s life was impacted by gun violence — one of his dearest friend’s granddaughters ended her life in a gun suicide.

Dr. David Hoyer, a Brady donor since 1987, is a former emergency physician, and currently a clinical assistant professor of Emergency Medicine at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.

Marita and Kevin Daly have been Brady supporters for years and active in leadership since 2017.

Gary N. Holland grew up in Long Beach and became a supporter of Brady over three decades ago, simply as a concerned citizen.

Eric Havian is a lawyer with Constantine Cannon, who has supported Brady from its inception.

Kristin Anundsen is involved in many causes and has supported Brady since it was called Handgun Control, Inc!

Pellie Anderson, a gun safety advocate, former prosecutor and District Attorney, and mom, has been a Brady volunteer and donor since 2019.