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Before exploring Eric's Journey, here is story in his own words.

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1999

Born 1lb. 15 oz.

Born to Fight.

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1999

Experienced bullying

and learned what it

meant to feel like he

didn't belong. 

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1999

Endured abuse and carried pain no child should ever have to bear.

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1999

Diagnosed with Cancer. Chose courage, hope, and a new purpose.

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1999

Found his voice and

began sharing his

story to help others.

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1999

Eric's legacy lives

on through

Give a Child a Voice. 

Eric Richard Erdman 1lb 15oz 11.28.99.png

1999

Born 1lb. 15 oz.

Born to Fight.

Eric Erdman .png

1999

Experienced bullying

and learned what it

meant to feel like he

didn't belong. 

Eric Erdman 11 years old.png

1999

Endured abuse and carried pain no child should ever have to bear.

Eric Erdman 19 years of Age.png

1999

Diagnosed with Cancer. Chose courage, hope, and a new purpose.

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1999

Found his voice and

began sharing his

story to help others.

Eric Richard Erdman 1lb 15oz 11.28.99.png

1999

Eric's legacy lives

on through

Give a Child a Voice. 

Give a Child a Voice


Give a Child a Voice was created to ensure that no child faces life’s hardest moments in silence. Across our communities, children encounter challenges that can feel overwhelming—bullying, abuse, and serious childhood illness. Too often, these experiences are carried quietly, without the support or understanding every child deserves.

Our mission is simple but powerful: to create awareness, provide resources, and empower children to speak up.

Through advocacy, community partnerships, and educational initiatives, Give a Child a Voice works to break the silence surrounding the struggles many young people face. By opening conversations and connecting families with support, we aim to build a world where every child knows their voice matters.
Because when a child finds their voice, healing begins—and hope grows.

Eric Erdman lived with a deep conviction that every child — especially those facing abuse, bullying, or life-threatening illness — deserves to be heard, protected, and empowered. 

What began as one voice determined to make a difference has grown into a movement dedicated to advocacy, awareness, and compassionate support. Today, 

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Eric Erdman lived with a deep conviction that every child — especially those facing abuse, bullying, or life-threatening illness — deserves to be heard, protected, and empowered. 

What began as one voice determined to make a difference has grown into a movement dedicated to advocacy, awareness, and compassionate support. Today, 

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The Voice That Ignited Change, In Memory of Eric Erdman, honoring a legacy of child advocacy, compassion, and community impac

Every child deserves to be heard

Give a Child a Voice

Every child deserves to be heard.
Give a Child a Voice was created to break the silence surrounding issues that affect far too many children—bullying, abuse, and serious childhood illness. We believe that when children are empowered to speak, their voices can spark awareness, inspire change, and protect others who may still be suffering in silence. Our mission is simple but powerful: create a world where no child feels invisible, unheard, or alone.

This movement was inspired by our founder, Eric Erdman, whose compassion, courage, and belief in the power of a child’s voice ignited a mission that continues to grow today. Eric believed that when even one child finds the courage to speak up, it can change the course of a life. His legacy lives on through Give a Child a Voice—fueling our work to raise awareness, empower families, and build a future where every child knows their voice matters.

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Give a Child a Voice exists to amplify the voices of children facing abuse, bullying, and life-threatening illness — ensuring they are heard, supported, and never alone. We are committed to creating safe spaces, raising awareness, and providing compassionate advocacy so every child has the strength and support to speak their truth.

A Movement Built on Hope  

Give a Child a Voice is more than an organization. It is a growing movement dedicated to ensuring that children are never left to face life’s challenges alone. Every story shared, every conversation started, and every act of support brings us closer to a world where children know their voices matter. Because when we listen, support, and stand together, we help create something powerful:  A future where every child is heard.

A Movement Built on Hope  

Give a Child a Voice is more than an organization. It is a growing movement dedicated to ensuring that children are never left to face life’s challenges alone. Every story shared, every conversation started, and every act of support brings us closer to a world where children know their voices matter. Because when we listen, support, and stand together, we help create something powerful:  A future where every child is heard.

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