Stay Strong, You're not alone
Don't Give Up!
The Gabriella Boyd Memorial Foundation was created on April 28, 2018, after a tragic and devastating loss of Gabriella at only two and a half years old. Her father, Stephen Boyd, began this Non-Profit organization in order to not only honor his little girl but also to help those who are struggling to have a voice and be heard.
Since 2016 after reluctantly entering into his first ” Parenting Agreement ” that was ordered by a judge in Westchester County, Stephen had been fighting for physical custody of his daughter. Like many of us, he was not familiar with the details and aspects of Family Court Law, Child Support, and Parental Rights pertaining to his situation and the situation of so many others. This process had been very difficult, time consuming, and costly for Stephen. However the love that he has for his little girl was far greater, and he took all the necessary steps to educate himself and properly build a case. For two and a half years, he had built a case against the mother of his daughter with evidence, which he hoped to show that he ultimately deserved custody of Gabriella.
Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers out there, and to the fathers who have stepped into the role of both mother and father.
Happy Mother’s Day to the mothers whose little angels have gained their wings — they are always watching over you, and they are so proud of you.
To the mothers still fighting the long battle in family court to be part of their child’s life, to those experiencing alienation, and to the parents who would give anything just to celebrate today with their children — don’t give up. Keep fighting. Even when it feels like nothing is changing, never lose hope. Your love, strength, and dedication matter more than words can express.
Today we celebrate every parent who continues to love unconditionally through pain, distance, loss, and hardship. You are seen, you are valued, and your fight matters. Happy Mother’s Day.
The Gabriella Boyd Memorial Foundation was honored to be part of such an incredible event, surrounded by so many resilient individuals who refuse to give up and continue to fight for their right to be in their children’s lives. Together, your strength and determination inspire hope and change.
The founder of The Gabriella Boyd Memorial Foundation, Stephen Boyd, shared his powerful story and the organization’s mission—to ensure that no other parent has to endure the pain that Steve and his family live with every single day.
Together, we can make a difference.
A heartfelt thank you to the National Parents Organization for inviting us to share our story and continue spreading our mission.
