Carolyn Harding with Dion Green, son of Derrick Fudge, who was shot the night of August 4, 2019 in the mass shooting in Dayton Ohio. Dion has taken his pain and trauma and started the Fudge Foundation in honor of his Father.
Mr. Dion Green is the Founder/CEO of FUDGE Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit that helps survivors through traumatic experiences with resources and support. The Foundation seeks to support individuals on their journey of grief and healing through the delivery of support service and advocacy at both a local and national level.
Mr. Green has his MBA from Keller’s Graduate School in Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science from DeVry University in Business Administration. Mr. Green is a Certified Peer Support Specialist with the State of Ohio.
Mr. Green is a survivor, he speaks around the country and in communities that have been impacted by gun violence. In addition, he serves on the Board of Felons with a Future, Upturn Ohio and numerous other community initiatives and support networks across the country. Mr. Green is the published author of his memoir, Untitled: Act of God/Act of Man. He is a 2021 graduate of Leadership Ohio, and recipient of multiple awards and recognitions from local officials and Governors. Mr. Green is a mentor, leader and change agent for the community, working to help communities heal.
FudgeFoundation.org
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