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by GTU Dev | Jan 21, 2024

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💙 In Loving Memory of Lanie Kruszewski 💙

Lanie Kruszewski was just 24 years old when her life was taken by a distracted driver.

On July 29, 2012, Lanie was riding her bike home from work in Richmond. She was visible, well-lit, and doing everything right. But the driver who struck her never saw her, because he was looking at his phone instead of the road. He was texting.

Lanie was known for her contagious smile, her boundless energy, and her deep kindness. She had a gift for making people feel seen and cared for, whether that meant comforting classmates, surprising loved ones with thoughtful gestures, or opening her heart to those who needed it most. She was an athlete, a talented cook, and a coach who had recently discovered her passion for teaching and mentoring young people.

Her life ended because someone couldn’t wait to send a text.

📵 Lanie’s story is a powerful reminder: no message, notification, or call is worth a life. If you’re driving, put the phone away. Keep it out of reach. Whatever it is, it can wait.

We honor Lanie’s memory by choosing to drive with intention, attention, and care, for ourselves and for everyone sharing the road.

💙 Drive focused. Drive present. Just drive.

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💙 In Loving Memory of Lanie Kruszewski 💙

Lanie Kruszewski was just 24 years old when her life was taken by a distracted driver.

On July 29, 2012, Lanie was riding her bike home from work in Richmond. She was visible, well-lit, and doing everything right. But the driver who struck her never saw her, because he was looking at his phone instead of the road. He was texting.

Lanie was known for her contagious smile, her boundless energy, and her deep kindness. She had a gift for making people feel seen and cared for, whether that meant comforting classmates, surprising loved ones with thoughtful gestures, or opening her heart to those who needed it most. She was an athlete, a talented cook, and a coach who had recently discovered her passion for teaching and mentoring young people.

Her life ended because someone couldn’t wait to send a text.

📵 Lanie’s story is a powerful reminder: no message, notification, or call is worth a life. If you’re driving, put the phone away. Keep it out of reach. Whatever it is, it can wait.

We honor Lanie’s memory by choosing to drive with intention, attention, and care, for ourselves and for everyone sharing the road.

💙 Drive focused. Drive present. Just drive.

Being a good passenger doesn’t always mean talking more. Sometimes, the safest thing you can do is give the driver space to focus.

Passengers have the responsibility to help create a safe ride. That can mean pausing a conversation, lowering the volume, or noticing when a driver needs fewer distractions.

Be intentional on your next ride. Ask yourself: Am I helping the driver stay focused?

🗣️ Speak up. Stay aware. Save lives.

Explore resources and ways to get involved at the link in our bio! 💬🚗

#KieferFoundation #NPSW #PassengerSpeakUp #JustDrive

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Being a good passenger doesn’t always mean talking more. Sometimes, the safest thing you can do is give the driver space to focus.

Passengers have the responsibility to help create a safe ride. That can mean pausing a conversation, lowering the volume, or noticing when a driver needs fewer distractions.

Be intentional on your next ride. Ask yourself: Am I helping the driver stay focused?

🗣️ Speak up. Stay aware. Save lives.

Explore resources and ways to get involved at the link in our bio! 💬🚗

#KieferFoundation #NPSW #PassengerSpeakUp #JustDrive

✋🛑 You have the right to intervene if you don’t feel safe.

If a driver is distracted, speeding, or not paying attention, your voice matters. Speaking up isn’t rude. It’s responsible.

Passengers are not powerless. You have a right to feel safe and a responsibility to protect yourself and others in the vehicle.��If something feels unsafe, say something. A simple comment can prevent a serious crash.

One voice can change a deadly choice. 👉 Visit the link in our bio to learn more and find ways to take action.��

#KieferFoundation #NPSW #PassengerSpeakUp #JustDrive

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✋🛑 You have the right to intervene if you don’t feel safe.

If a driver is distracted, speeding, or not paying attention, your voice matters. Speaking up isn’t rude. It’s responsible.

Passengers are not powerless. You have a right to feel safe and a responsibility to protect yourself and others in the vehicle.��If something feels unsafe, say something. A simple comment can prevent a serious crash.

One voice can change a deadly choice. 👉 Visit the link in our bio to learn more and find ways to take action.��

#KieferFoundation #NPSW #PassengerSpeakUp #JustDrive

👶🚼 Not all passengers can speak up for their own safety.

Children, older adults, and vulnerable passengers depend on you to be their voice. That makes speaking up not just a right, but a responsibility.

Buckling up correctly, reducing distractions, and insisting on safe driving protects the people who can’t advocate for themselves.��Be the voice for those who don’t have one. Safe passengers save lives.

Visit the link in our bio to speak up for safe rides, download toolkits, take the pledge, and find ways to get involved during National Passenger Safety Week and beyond.

#KieferFoundation #NPSW #PassengerSpeakUp #JustDrive

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👶🚼 Not all passengers can speak up for their own safety.

Children, older adults, and vulnerable passengers depend on you to be their voice. That makes speaking up not just a right, but a responsibility.

Buckling up correctly, reducing distractions, and insisting on safe driving protects the people who can’t advocate for themselves.��Be the voice for those who don’t have one. Safe passengers save lives.

Visit the link in our bio to speak up for safe rides, download toolkits, take the pledge, and find ways to get involved during National Passenger Safety Week and beyond.

#KieferFoundation #NPSW #PassengerSpeakUp #JustDrive

📵❤️ Tell Mom or Dad to put the phone away and drive safe.

It can feel awkward, but asking a driver to put down their phone can make all the difference. Distraction affects everyone in the vehicle, not just the driver.

Passengers have the right to ask for a safer ride and the responsibility to speak up when something feels risky.

If you see a phone, say something. Your courage could save a life.

Visit the link in our bio learn how you can make a difference, take the pledge, and help spread the message.

#KieferFoundation #NPSW #PassengerSpeakUp #JustDrive

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📵❤️ Tell Mom or Dad to put the phone away and drive safe.

It can feel awkward, but asking a driver to put down their phone can make all the difference. Distraction affects everyone in the vehicle, not just the driver.

Passengers have the right to ask for a safer ride and the responsibility to speak up when something feels risky.

If you see a phone, say something. Your courage could save a life.

Visit the link in our bio learn how you can make a difference, take the pledge, and help spread the message.

#KieferFoundation #NPSW #PassengerSpeakUp #JustDrive

🚗💬 It’s National Passenger Safety Week!

Passengers can help keep drivers focused. Reading directions, watching for road signs, or helping with navigation allows the driver to keep their eyes - and attention - on the road.

Being a supportive passenger is part of shared responsibility. Safety is a team effort.��Offer to help on your next trip. Small actions make a big difference.

Find tips, pledges, and resources during National Passenger Safety Week at the link in our bio and get involved!

#KieferFoundation #NPSW #PassengerSpeakUp #JustDrive

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🚗💬 It’s National Passenger Safety Week!

Passengers can help keep drivers focused. Reading directions, watching for road signs, or helping with navigation allows the driver to keep their eyes - and attention - on the road.

Being a supportive passenger is part of shared responsibility. Safety is a team effort.��Offer to help on your next trip. Small actions make a big difference.

Find tips, pledges, and resources during National Passenger Safety Week at the link in our bio and get involved!

#KieferFoundation #NPSW #PassengerSpeakUp #JustDrive
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