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A waiting period for Hans

A waiting period for Hans

On the last day of 2020, my son Hans walked into a gun store in the Philadelphia suburbs and legally purchased his first firearm. Two hours later, he was dead by suicide. He was 22 years old, and we had no idea that he was suicidal. Hans was deeply committed to his...

We’re hiring: Digital Campaign Manager

CeaseFirePA is hiring a Digital Campaign Manager to create and implement effective digital strategies to expand our reach and motivate Pennsylvanians to advocate for strong gun safety policies. To succeed, you will need to tell simple, powerful stories that reveal how...

We’re Hiring: Development Director

CeaseFirePA is the largest state-based organization working to end a gun violence epidemic that destroys the lives of thousands of Pennsylvanians every year. We are looking for an experienced fundraiser and communicator to craft a compelling case that expands our...

Facing the truth about gun violence in PA