Cordale Q. Handy In Remembrance of Me Foundation
Cordale Q. Handy In Remembrance of Me Foundation
About
The Cordale Q. Handy In Remembrance of Me Foundation supports families who have lost children to:
- Police Brutality
- Community Violence
- Mental Illness
- Terminal Illness
Kimberly Handy-Jones started the foundation after burying her son, Cordale, who was killed by police brutality on March 15, 2017. Her mission is to:- provide headstones for families who have lost children to police brutality, community violence, mental illness, and terminal illness and who cannot afford a memorial
- love and support mothers whose children have died
- remember and speak the names of the children who died too soon
- fight for justice for the children and families affected by police brutality
As of September 2019, we have provided 9 headstones and will continue helping many more families in need.
Cordale Quinn Handy
July 7, 1987 - March 15, 2017
Cordale was killed by two St. Paul Police Officers. He was only 29 years old.
Kimberly Handy-Jones
President/Founder
Kimberly Handy-Jones immediately began reaching out to help others after she buried her son, Cordale. She saw the need for so many mothers & families who could not afford a headstone for their child or family member, and put her fundraising into action.
"I will not cause you any pain without allowing something new to be born." Isaiah 66:9
The Handy-Jones Family
Life, strength, togetherness, happiness and LOVE.
