July 1 marks one year since the Christopher King Seat Belt Law took effect in Virginia.
Since then, unrestrained traffic fatalities have declined by 16% - a meaningful reminder that Christopher's legacy is helping save lives.

BRING US TO YOUR SCHOOL
Christopher's graduation day, just 2 weeks before his death.

CHRISTOPHER KING FOUNDATION

In Loving Memory of Christopher King

4/1/02 - 7/04/20

Committed to saving lives by teaching the community about the consequences of driving unbuckled.

Over the past year alone, we have visited more than 30 schools—from elementary classrooms to college campuses—reaching over 20,000 students with life-saving traffic safety education.

Donate Here to help save lives!

(757) 603-3624 | christopherkingfoundation@gmail.com

Our Story & Mission

Welcome to the Christopher King Foundation, where we turn tragedy into purpose. Our foundation arose from the unimaginable loss of Christopher King, a vibrant soul taken from us in a car crash shortly after his high school graduation. His promising future was cut short by the reckless, under the influence, and distracted actions of another driver. 

 In one pivotal moment, Christopher's decision not to buckle up in the back of a convertible changed our lives forever. 

 Yet, in the depths of our grief, we found a calling: to transform sorrow into advocacy. The Christopher King Foundation shines as a beacon of hope, tirelessly championing safe driving practices and the critical importance of seat belt usage. 

Through sharing Christopher's story and advocating for change, we endeavor to spare other families from enduring similar heartache. Join us in honoring Christopher's memory and spreading awareness about the imperative of driving safely.

Together, we can pave the way for safer roads and brighter futures for all.

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Unrestrained traffic fatalities 07/24-07/25 in Virginia

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Unrestrained traffic fatalities 07/25-07/26 in Virginia

54

Fewer lives lost in Virginia 07/25-07/26

15.5%

Reduction in unrestrained traffic deaths in just one year

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Teen deaths accepted on our highways

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