David and Darlene Peshlakai

The Peshlakai’s lost their two youngest daughters to a fatal car crash caused by a drunk driver. After unimaginable loss, they have been able to turn their grief into progress by using their settlement money to fight for change.

Scott and Cindy Rubino

After the unexpected death of their daughter, the Rubinos expected custody of their two young grandchildren. They were devastated when CYFD entrusted custody to the children’s father —a man known for his history of abuse. Tragically, their fears were realized when the abusive father inflicted a fatal beating on their granddaughter.