William Peyton Foundation

05/16/2026

Thank you to everyone who has reached out to share memories, thoughts, and love about Peyton. Today, I had the privilege of speaking with several incredible people who loved him deeply and shared special stories that reminded me just how many lives he touched.

I was also blessed to run into someone I’ve long wanted to tell just how much Peyton cared about them and how special they truly were to him.

Today is not only a day of remembrance — it is a day to celebrate Peyton’s life, his heart, and the impact he continues to have on so many people.

05/13/2026

William Henson from the William Peyton Foundation speaks to Long Beach High School seniors and juniors about water safety and mental health.

05/05/2026

We can not spread this message enough! We will continue to show up and share the message of young people making it to tomorrow!

LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- A local father is turning one of the worst days of his life into a message of hope. William Henson is on a mission to save lives. It’s a goal he set out to accomplish after losing his son, William Peyton Henson, nearly 7 years ago. “William Peyton was a Long Beach Senio...

05/01/2026

My heart breaks for this family, the St. Martin community and all of the students and faculty.

I pray as a community we can find more ways to reach, support and save young people who are hurting. 🧡

04/29/2026

William Henson sharing a valuable message for Long Beach juniors and seniors!

Thank you to LongBeach High school for loving their kids enough to let me share this important message!

A Long Beach father is sharing a powerful message with graduating seniors.

04/28/2026

Luke 19:10 “For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.”

Peyton’s story continues to save lives!

04/22/2026

04/22/2026

"Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying 'I will try again tomorrow.'"

05/16/2025

Tomorrow is not promised, every hug, kiss, and goodbye could be your last!

But that’s ok, because if you are reading this, you still have time!
You can live everyday to the fullest, enjoy every long hug, kiss like it is your last kiss every time (we all know those kisses 😘) and always tell everyone how you feel every time you say goodbye!

05/16/2025

Drowning can occur within a matter of seconds to minutes, and death can follow within 4-6 minutes of submersion without rescue. The process can be rapid, with some cases taking as little as 20 seconds for a child and 40 seconds for an adult to drown. Loss of consciousness can occur within 3 minutes of submersion.
This short video might only take three minutes of your time, but it may also make a difference in the final three minutes of a loved one's life.
Watch it , and you could save a life.