Justice4PrestonLord

06/07/2026

Preston’s Law is working. But the numbers should make all of us stop and pay attention.

Named after Preston Lord, the Queen Creek teen who lost his life in a brutal group assault in 2023, Preston’s Law was created to hold people accountable when multiple individuals attack a single victim.

According to Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell, since the law took effect, 63 people have already been charged under Preston’s Law, and more than half are juveniles.

On one hand, that’s exactly why the law was needed. Violent group attacks should have consequences, and victims deserve justice.

But on the other hand, 63 people charged is a number that should concern every parent, teacher, coach, mentor, and community member.

These aren’t just statistics. These are our kids.

I don’t pretend to have all the answers, but I know this: we can’t arrest our way out of a problem that starts long before a police report is written.

We need parents who are involved. We need mentors. We need coaches, teachers, neighbors, grandparents, church leaders, and trusted adults willing to show up for kids who may not have someone showing up for them.

Know your kids’ friends. Open your home. Check in on the quiet kid. Encourage the struggling kid. Be the safe adult a child can call when they need help.

The legacy of Preston Lord shouldn’t just be a law that increases penalties. It should also be a reminder that every child matters and that communities are strongest when we look out for one another.

Accountability matters.

But so does prevention.

Let’s continue building a community where our kids know they are seen, supported, valued, and loved before they ever find themselves heading down the wrong path.

Shari Aaron

06/05/2026

Preston's Law is helping victims get justice for crimes committed against them. 🧡

Dozens of people have now been charged under Preston’s Law, the Ari...

05/26/2026

Justice4PrestonLord: Be an Upstander Podcast

🧡informational & educational
🧡Crucial conversation starter
🧡Awareness & stigmas
🧡Youth issues
🧡Mental Health Advocacy
🧡Social Media
🧡and much more

This podcast was created in honor of Preston Lord. May his death not be in vain. May his light bring awareness to issues surrounding youth, families and community.

It is available 24 hours a day to watch or listen to at your convenience. We hope these podcasts ignite a passion to be better and do better, for ourselves, our youth, and our community.

Thank you to our special guests
🧡 Katey McPherson
🧡 Myra Hurtado
🧡 Julio Chavez
🧡 Shane Watson

Thank you for being open, honest and a voice for our commumity.
Thank you for your willingness to participate in this podcast and supporting Justice4Prestonlord

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05/26/2026

New episodes are now live on the justice4prestonlord.com podcast page.

These powerful conversations bring together a trauma-informed counselor, child advocate, law enforcement professional, and mental health leader to share insight, education, and real conversations surrounding youth violence, healing, prevention, mental health, and community awareness.

There is a wealth of information for parents, teens, educators, and community members looking to better understand today’s challenges and how we can work together to create safer, stronger communities.

Thank you to our incredible guests:

Katey McPherson
Myra Hurtado
Shane Watson
Julio Chavez

for using their voices and expertise to help inspire change, encourage awareness, and support healing through education and action. Please listen, share, and help us continue these important conversations.

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This website is dedicated to the mission and purpose of finding . It will be a source of information for events, activities, fundraising efforts, and other endeavors to bring awareness to the issue of teen violence.

05/24/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage, selflessness, and unwavering dedication gave us the freedoms we cherish today. As a nonprofit committed to community and compassion, we remember not only the heroes we lost, but also the families who carry their legacy forward every day. May we live with gratitude, unity, and purpose in honor of those who gave everything for others.

05/16/2026

Jim Carrey once said: Grief is not just an emotion—it’s an unraveling, a space where something once lived but is now gone. It carves through you, leaving a hollow ache where love once resided.
In the beginning, it feels unbearable, like a wound that will never close. But over time, the raw edges begin to mend. The pain softens, but the imprint remains—a quiet reminder of what once was. The truth is, you never truly "move on." You move with it. The love you had does not disappear; it transforms. It lingers in the echoes of laughter, in the warmth of old memories, in the silent moments where you still reach for what is no longer there. And that’s okay.
Grief is not a burden to be hidden. It is not a weakness to be ashamed of. It is the deepest proof that love existed, that something beautiful once touched your life. So let yourself feel it. Let yourself mourn. Let yourself remember.
There is no timeline, no “right” way to grieve. Some days will be heavy, and some will feel lighter. Some moments will bring unexpected waves of sadness, while others will fill you with gratitude for the love you were lucky enough to experience.
Honor your grief, for it is sacred. It is a testament to the depth of your heart. And in time, through the pain, you will find healing—not because you have forgotten, but because you have learned how to carry both love and loss together.

05/10/2026

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎 Tami Pruitt Stoltz, Sabrina Holland, Karri Bazzy Sanchez, Kris Patterson, Diana Soto-Camacho, Susan Kepka, Charlene Melchior, Sylvia Collins, Shannon Carnahan, Tiffany Lynn Paul, Joe Yormick

Drop a comment to welcome them to our community,

05/10/2026

Shari Aaron

05/10/2026

To the mothers who carry love deeper than words,
who hold their children close through every joy, every fear, and every unanswered prayer. We honor you today.

This Mother’s Day, Justice4PrestonLord stands beside the mothers whose hearts have been forever changed by loss, violence, and injustice. We recognize the quiet strength it takes to keep showing up, to keep loving fiercely, and to keep fighting for a safer future for all children.
A mother’s love does not end with tragedy.

It becomes a voice.

A mission.

A light that refuses to go out.
Today we celebrate the mothers raising compassionate leaders, protecting their families, advocating for change, and turning pain into purpose. Your courage inspires communities. Your love creates hope.

May this day bring moments of peace, cherished memories, and the reminder that your strength matters more than you know.
Happy Mother’s Day
with love and gratitude from Justice4PrestonLord.

05/10/2026

Support local. Give meaning. Shine a little brighter.

Arizona Desert Glow is proud to offer Preston’s Light — two beautifully crafted candles created in honor of Preston Lord and his radiant spirit. These scents capture the warmth of fall, cherished memories, and the light Preston continues to shine on teen violence prevention. 💛

This holiday season, give a gift that glows with purpose. When you shop Preston’s Light candles, a portion of proceeds supports the Justice4PrestonLord nonprofit. Help raise awareness and drive action to protect our youth and our communities. 🌟

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Let’s fill homes with hope, love, and light in Preston’s honor.

Thank you for supporting a mission that truly matters. 💛✨

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