The Carl David Richardson Foundation is dedicated to the memory of Carl David Richardson, a young man whose life was taken due to a senseless act of violence. The CDRF pursues its mission. Carl David Richardson had dream of becoming an Occupational Therapist, focusing on children. The Foundation’s aspiration is to prevent such tragedies through education and training in conflict resolution and respect for others. The Carl David Richardson Foundation offers various initiatives, including Women Helping Empowerment Group, Men’s Support Group, Conflict Resolution Training for at-risk youth, the NYC Early Intervention Program and specialized consultation services to fulfill this vision.
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Our Mission

Meet Carl David Richardson
Carl David Richardson was deeply committed to community service, actively participating in various volunteer activities. Notably, he was a dedicated blood donor and opted to be an organ donor as well. His philanthropic efforts included donating to and participating in city breast cancer walks, aiming to contribute to the quest for a cure. During winter months, Carl selflessly shoveled snow from the driveways of elderly neighbors, who appreciated his kindness and offered monetary compensation, which he graciously declined. Additionally, he tutored neighborhood children, providing individualized support to ensure they grasped classroom concepts. Carl attended Nassau Community College for a year before being accepted to York College in Fall 2014, to pursued his aspiration on become an occupational therapist. Concurrently, he worked part-time at H&M in Green Acres Mall and volunteered at PS 45 in Bayside, Queens, assisting the school’s occupational therapist and engaging with students. Through these experiences, Carl gained valuable insight and expertise in his chosen field while demonstrating a steadfast commitment to helping others.
