Upcoming &
Past Events
2026 SafeSpace Domestic Violence Summit: From Awareness to Action
SafeSpace, in collaboration with the Circuit 19 Domestic Violence Task Force, invites multidisciplinary professionals to the Domestic Violence Summit—From Awareness to Action —on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, from 8:30 AM-3:30 PM at the MIDFLORIDA Event Center in Port St. Lucie.
This first-of-its-kind regional training event is designed for law enforcement, prosecution, 911 and first responders, healthcare and mental health professionals, child welfare/DCF, advocates, educators, school partners, supervisors, and other community professionals.
Featured presenter Jim Schmidt, Board Member of the Gabby Petito Foundation, and stepfather of Gabby Petito, will lead practical sessions focused on lessons from the Gabby Petito case, trauma and victim behavior, high-risk indicators, documentation, evidence continuity, and coordinated response.
Registration is $125 and includes continental breakfast, lunch, refreshments, conference materials and practical resources, networking and engagement opportunities, critical skill-building, and a certificate of participation. CEUs are being applied for across multidisciplinary professions; availability and eligible disciplines will be confirmed. Registration is required and space is limited.
Sponsorships that include registration are also available and are encouraged for teams and community leaders who desire to support this important work in
our region.
To Register: https://e.givesmart.com/events/Q2Y/
Demand to Be Heard Festival: Break the Silence the Gabby Petito Story
Join us at the Demand to Be Heard Festival hosted by The Sunflower Project to watch Gabby’s story, and hear from Tara Petito and Nichole Schmidt about the work and legacy of the Gabby Petito Foundation.
General Admission Tickets ($20): Includes 1 unassigned seat.
VIP Tickets ($40): Includes 1 assigned seat in the VIP section, one free drink at the bar, as well as a swag bag with free merchandise, goodies, and the following gifts:
Gabby's Necklace, which was one of her favorite pieces and the necklace she was wearing in her final days. In partnership with The Bearded Jeweler, we have created a special collection featuring Gabby's Necklace, along with a necklace inspired by one of her beloved tattoos, which you will receive with your VIP Ticket purchase.
Temporary tattoos inspired by Gabby's own artwork and tattoos. Gabby designed many of these herself, and they reflect her creativity, adventurous spirit, and love of self-expression.
Mini Portable Phone Charges, provided generously by FreeFrom.
The Gabby Petito Foundation is dedicated to ending domestic violence through awareness, education, prevention, and training. By empowering individuals and communities with the knowledge to recognize warning signs, respond effectively, and connect those in need with support, we strive to create safer futures for all.
The Demand to Be Heard Festival will be held September 25th - 27th. Tickets on sale now available at https://www.towardsthesun.org/festival
Hades Hounds Police Escort Motorcycle Ride & Car Show Fundraiser
Join Hades Hounds LE East End Crew MC on Saturday, September 26, 2026, for a motorcycle ride and car show benefiting the Gabby Petito Foundation.
The ride will include a police escort from Nassau and Suffolk County Police Departments, followed by a car show and celebration at Miller’s Ale House in Levittown. Enjoy free lunch buffet at the finish. There will be food and drink specials, vendors, and much more!
Awards for the best bike and car. A great day with the local community to support the Gabby Petito Foundation and a safer, brighter tomorrow!
All bikes and cars are welcome!
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Registration: 9:00 AM
Kickstands Up: 11:00 AM
$25 per person
Start: Miller’s Ale House – Deer Park
1800 The Arches Circle, Deer Park, NY
Finish: Miller’s Ale House – Levittown
3046 Hempstead Turnpike, Levittown, NY
Come out, enjoy the ride, and support the Gabby Petito Foundation!
Mets Fundraiser at Citi Field
Join The Gabby Petito Foundation and the New York Mets for a special day at Citi Field to honor the memory of Gabby Petito. The Gabby Petito Foundation’s mission is to address the needs of organizations that support locating missing persons and to provide aid to organizations that assist victims of domestic violence situations. A portion of every ticket sold will benefit the Gabby Petito Foundation.
Tickets can be purchased at: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Gabbypetito1
2nd Annual 5k Run/walk Virtual & In Person
Join us for the Second Annual 5k run/walk, hosted by the Gabby Petito Foundation, to honor Gabby's life and legacy on the fifth anniversary of the day she was found. Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, your participation makes a difference.
This event supports the Gabby Petito Foundation's mission to help victims of domestic violence and locate missing persons.
Event Concluded - 3rd Annual Change the World Golf Outing
Gabby Petito Foundation Presents its 3nd Annual “Touch the World, Change the World” Golf Outing at Willow Creek Golf & Country Club 1 Clubhouse Dr Mt. Sinai, NY 11766 July 17, 2026
Tickets and Sponsorships can be purchased here: https://givebutter.com/GPF2026Golf
For questions or to connect directly email golf@GabbyPetitoFoundation.org
*Past* Run With the Angels 5k Run Walk
Join us for the Gabby Petito Foundation 5K Run & Walk, an inspiring community event dedicated to honoring Gabby’s legacy and standing up against domestic violence. Held in Gabby’s hometown of Blue Point, NY, this event brings together runners, walkers, and advocates to raise awareness, support survivors, and help prevent future tragedies.
Every step we take is a step toward education, prevention, and support for those affected by domestic violence. Proceeds from the event will directly fund the Gabby Petito Foundation’s mission to provide resources, education, and advocacy to keep others safe.
Following the race, join us for a celebration at Bodhi's, where we’ll gather as a community to honor Gabby’s memory, support survivors, and spread a message of hope and resilience.
Let’s run, walk, and stand together to make a difference.
*Past* Mets Fundraiser at Citi Field
Join The Gabby Petito Foundation and the New York Mets for a special day at Citi Field to honor the memory of Gabby Petito. The Gabby Petito Foundation’s mission is to address the needs of organizations that support locating missing persons and to provide aid to organizations that assist victims of domestic violence situations. A portion of every ticket sold will benefit the Gabby Petito Foundation.
*Past* Puppies & Pints
Join us for Puppy Yoga in support of the Gabby Petito Foundation and Hope for Cleo Animal Rescue, raising awareness and education about domestic violence.
Enjoy a fun yoga session while playful puppies from Hope for Cleo Rescue, all available for adoption, join in on the fun! Your ticket includes the yoga class, puppy playtime, and one beer. Don't miss this chance to relax, connect, and support a great cause!
Two sessions of puppy yoga available: 12pm-1pm or 1pm-2pm
PUPPIES ARE AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION!!
Live music will be available from 2-5pm!
Gabby Petito’s family will be attending and playing with the puppies!!
*Past* 2nd Annual Change the World Golf Outing
Gabby Petito Foundation Presents its 2nd Annual “Touch the world, Change the World” Golf Outing at Willow Creek Golf & Country Club 1 Clubhouse Dr Mt. Sinai, NY 11766 June 6, 2025
*Past* Ward Melville Varsity Softball Game
Please come and cheer for the Ward Melville Varsity Softball Team as they play to assist victims of domestic violence situations through education, awareness and prevention strategies.
The event will include Raffles, Domestic Violence Awareness Initiatives, T-Shirt Sales, Delicious Concessions and so Much More!
Your participation will help Raise Awareness and make a Meaningful Difference in the lives of those in need!
Ward Melville HS Varsity Soft Ball Field 380 Old Town Rd, East Setauket, NY 11733
Saturday April 26, 2025
Thank you for your support!
*Past* Miller's Ale House Gabby's Birthday Event
Millers Ale House Levittown NY, Thursday, March 20th, 11:30 am to 10pm GIVE BACK NIGHT for Gabby Petito Foundation! They will receive 20% of qualifying food sales!!
Gabby Petito-inspired law goes into effect, aims to help victims of domestic violence
Florida lawmakers want to ensure officers are asking the right questions when responding to domestic violence calls to better assess the level of danger and help victims whose lives may be at risk.
A new bill passed by the House and Senate, and advocated for by Joseph Petito, Chair of the LAP Committee in Florida, created a set of 12 mandatory questions law enforcement will have to ask a potential victim when responding to a domestic violence call. Senate Bill 1224 includes widespread reforms designed to help children and victims of crime, as well as lethality assessment protocols. Those protocols are already in use in 32 other states.
In January, Joseph Petito appeared before the Florida Senate Committee on criminal justice to advocate for the new rules. Petito told senators the assessment program will help save lives, especially in situations similar to Gabby’s where a victim may not fully appreciate or be willing to admit the danger they’re facing.
"It’s to make sure people know where to go when these questions are asked," Petito explained. "They can answer ‘no’ to all the questions, but an officer’s intuition might tell them they’re still in a bad situation and say, ‘let me get this advocate on the line.’ Most people don’t know where to go when it comes to services and what services they have at their disposal. Not everybody needs a shelter. Not everybody needs financial guidance or a pro bono lawyer, but they do need to know how to get out of a situation safely."
*Past* 1st Annual Touch the World Golf Outing
Full round of Golf including cart, drinks, and dinner. Driving range and practice green included for all golfers.
Registration for golf begins at 11:30 am
Golf begins at 1 pm
Dinner 6 pm - 9 pm
There will be an auction, longest drive contest, closest to the pin contest, hole in one & more!
*Please save paper - no need to print ticket just give us your name when you arrive!!!
*All sponsorships please email company logo and guest list to - Golf@gabbypetitofoundation.org
*Past* Tee Off 4 Hope
Gabby Petito Foundation is proud to partner with Just Help Out Foundation for our first collaborative fundraiser at TopGolf Tampa on November 9th, 2023 from 7pm-10pm.
*Past* CrimeCon 2023
CrimeCon has invited us to speak about our story, and the issues around domestic violence and missing persons.
House Passes Hayes Bill to Find Missing Persons
The U.S. House of Representatives voted 422-4 to pass the Help Find the Missing Act, also known as “Billy’s Law” to support efforts to solve missing persons cases by closing the gaps in law enforcement databases through improved coordination across federal, state, local, and non-profit agencies.
*Past* TopGolf Fundraiser
On April 3, 2022, Gabby Petito Foundation held a fundraiser at Top Golf in Holtsville NY. Over 200 supporters attended the event helping us raise almost $30k!
*Past* Gabby Petito Foundation Fundraiser
On October 17th, Blue Point Fire Department hosted the very first Fundraiser for Gabby Petito Foundation at 89 North in Patchogue NY.