The David Martins Peace Foundation

07/01/2020

What’s Beautiful Never Dies... Happy Birthday David ❤️

04/02/2019

My soul has been so heavy... As a survivor of gun violence every time an incident of gun violence erupts I relive the tormenting memories of the night my very own brother was murdered. Nipsey Hussle’s Death has cast such a dark shadow over us as a people. This is not a situation of them versus us... it’s us versus us. We all have to wear his death as a blemish that can not be erased. We did this. We murdered a man who was a Pilar in his community. We took a father, a son, a brother, a friend and inspiration to many. The fact remains that 90% of black men are killed by black men. These atrocities have to stop. How can we ask for unity when we commit the most crimes against ourselves! Spread love across our communities and let his life be an example of love and light. Nipsey was only 33 and he accomplished so much. Men like this need to be protected! “It ain’t them that’s killing US, it’s US that’s killing US” - Tupac Protect the black man! 🗣 Stop killing each other!!!!

12/25/2018

Someone won’t be at the dinner table today. Someone won’t be able to open gifts with their families today, Someone’s laughter and presence is missed this year. For us that’s you David. No matter how much time seems to pass it doesn’t heal what I know we are all feeling. The loss of you is too insurmountable to put into words. I struggle each and every time. Sending love to all the homicide survivors and anyone who is missing someone special at the table this year. Love yours!!!! You never know when the last Christmas may be... Merry Christmas ❤️

07/01/2018

Today, we remember David Martins on what would have been his 38th Birthday. Please join us in keeping his vibrant spirit alive today by reflecting on the many ways he made us Live, Laugh and Love better. Happy Birthday David - from a million miles away. You are missed more sorely as the days, weeks and years go by but never forgotten.

04/17/2018

Children are often forgotten in the grief process... just because they may not be able to express their grief doesn’t mean it’s not affecting them. Here are some ideas that may help.

07/01/2017

We're still here loving, missing and celebrating you this side of Heaven... Happy Birthday David... ❤️🎈

10/23/2016

Happy Birthday Mikey! I pray you and David are having the most beautiful day in Heaven. We miss you ❤️

08/19/2016

What is beautiful never dies... ❤️ August is a tough month as it is the month we lost both of you. However being together reminds us that as long as we live and love you can and never will die. Rest In Peace David & Mikey.

07/01/2016

Happy Birthday to our namesake. We love you always ❤️

11/02/2015

10/15/2015

Today is Unsolved Homicide Awareness Day. We stand with all of those who have lost someone and are still waiting for answers. We will not rest until justice is served. Photo: Teresa Martins standing where her brother was slain in 2010, his murder remains unsolved.

08/18/2015

Today we Remember Michael "Mikey" Tavares May your soul continue to rest in peace...