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The Kiefer Foundation is dedicated to ending distracted driving and making our roads safer for everyone. Every donation directly supports our mission through educational programs, policy advocacy, and awareness campaigns that inspire real change. By giving today, you’re honoring Mitchel Kiefer’s legacy and joining a movement committed to protecting families, communities, and future generations.

Distracted Driving by the Numbers

1.3 Million

WORLDWIDE

Approximately 1.3 million people die each year as a result of road traffic crashes.

50 Million

WORLDWIDE

Approximately 50 million more people suffer non-fatal injuries, with many incurring a disability as a result of their injury.

#1 Cause

WORLDWIDE

Road traffic injuries are the leading cause of death for children and young adults aged 5-29 years.

$340 Billion

IN THE US

Estimated economic cost of all motor vehicle traffic crashes in 2019* was $340 billion, of which $98 billion resulted from distracted-driving crashes. NHSTA

*the most recent year for which cost data is available

52%

IN THE US

Phone-related distraction occurred during 52 percent of the trips that ended in a crash. CMT

34%

IN THE US
34% of drivers were distracted
the minute before they crashed.
2023 Distracted Driving Reports Cambridge 
Mobile Telematics CMT

Where Donations Go

At The Kiefer Foundation, donor support drives everything we do to end distracted driving and save lives. Funds are used to deliver powerful education and awareness campaigns, place Just Drive Simulators in schools and communities, and advocate for lifesaving hands-free legislation. We also invest in research and technology that drive innovation in road safety. Every contribution helps us engage parents, teens, law enforcement, and corporate partners in building a culture of distraction-free driving.

Recent Donations

Natalie Husted

Amount Donated
$10,000.00

Ajay Chawla

OnTrac AI

Amount Donated
$6,000.00

Lou Stoney

Wolverine Advanced Materials

Amount Donated
$5,400.00

Loren Venegas

Ideal Group

Amount Donated
$4,000.00

Zach Kochy

WVU Medicine - J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital - Jon Michael Moore Trauma Center

Amount Donated
$2,500.00

Anonymous

Amount Donated
$1,000.00
The Kiefer Foundation is dedicated to ending distracted driving and making our roads safer for everyone. Every donation directly supports our mission through educational programs, policy advocacy, and awareness campaigns that inspire real change. By giving today, you’re honoring Mitchel Kiefer’s legacy and joining a movement committed to protecting families, communities, and future generations.

Where Donations Go

At The Kiefer Foundation, donor support drives everything we do to end distracted driving and save lives. Funds are used to deliver powerful education and awareness campaigns, place Just Drive Simulators in schools and communities, and advocate for lifesaving hands-free legislation. We also invest in research and technology that drive innovation in road safety. Every contribution helps us engage parents, teens, law enforcement, and corporate partners in building a culture of distraction-free driving.

Distracted Driving by the Numbers

1.3 Million

WORLDWIDE

Approximately 1.3 million people die each year as a result of road traffic crashes.

50 Million

WORLDWIDE

Approximately 50 million more people suffer non-fatal injuries, with many incurring a disability as a result of their injury.

#1 Cause

WORLDWIDE

Road traffic injuries are the leading cause of death for children and young adults aged 5-29 years.

$340 Billion

IN THE US

Estimated economic cost of all motor vehicle traffic crashes in 2019* was $340 billion, of which $98 billion resulted from distracted-driving crashes. NHSTA

*the most recent year for which cost data is available

52%

IN THE US

Phone-related distraction occurred during 52 percent of the trips that ended in a crash. CMT

34%

IN THE US
34% of drivers were distracted
the minute before they crashed.
2023 Distracted Driving Reports Cambridge 
Mobile Telematics CMT

Recent Donations

Natalie Husted

Amount Donated
$10,000.00

Ajay Chawla

OnTrac AI

Amount Donated
$6,000.00

Lou Stoney

Wolverine Advanced Materials

Amount Donated
$5,400.00

Loren Venegas

Ideal Group

Amount Donated
$4,000.00

Zach Kochy

WVU Medicine - J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital - Jon Michael Moore Trauma Center

Amount Donated
$2,500.00

Anonymous

Amount Donated
$1,000.00

Jeffrey Niffin

Ladd Road Collision

Amount Donated
$1,000.00

Lou Stoney

Wolverine Advanced Materials

Amount Donated
$600.00

Michael Neumann

Amount Donated
$500.00

Amber DesJardin

Amount Donated
$500.00

Don Schiemann

Amount Donated
$500.00

Steven Gursten

Michigan Auto Law

Amount Donated
$500.00

Transparency & Accountability

At The Kiefer Foundation, we are committed to responsible stewardship of every donation entrusted to our mission. Transparency and accountability are important to us, and we are proud to share that our organization participates in an independent annual financial audit.

Our most recent audit was completed in partnership with Yeo & Yeo for fiscal year 2025.

We invite our donors, partners, and supporters to review our audit assurance letter below.

If you would like access to our Form 990, full audited financial statements, or additional financial documentation, we’re happy to help.

Please contact us at [email protected] and a member of our team will gladly assist you.

Download Audit Assurance Letter