Synopsis
The Bella Joy Gardens Memorial was a gathering to remember and celebrate the life of Isabella Joy Thallas whose life was tragically taken by gun violence at the Ballpark apartments, in the summer of 2020. We gathered in peace and unity to pray at Bella Joy Gardens, a newly renovated park in honor of Isabella, dedicated to healing and hope for the community and to mourn loved ones lost to gun violence.
Work
Produce a collaborative and community-wide gathering to remember and celebrate the life of Isabella Joy Thallas whose life was tragically taken by gun violence at the Ballpark apartments, the summer of 2020
Actions
- Produced a collaborative and community-wide memorial with Colorado Community Church, Church In The City-Beth Abraham, Denver Dream Center, and Confluence Ministries.
Result
The event attracted about 300 people with food trucks, live music, a 3-on-3 Youth Basketball Tournament, and ended the day with a memorial service and candlelight vigil under the stars in remembrance of Isabella and all victims of gun violence.