We can prevent hot car deaths and save children's lives.

Meet Ariya Renee Paige. She’s the firstborn child of Justis and Brooke Paige. Ariya was a beautiful, healthy, happy, perfect 10-month-old baby girl who adored her mommy and daddy. Her first words were “da-da.” She was a daddy’s girl but had her mommy’s “mini-me” attitude! She loved music and enjoyed having jam sessions with her mommy every time they went for a ride in the car. Ariya had begun to pull herself up and try to walk. She loved the beach and being on the water. So much so, that her dad had already bought her a new boat for her upcoming first birthday. He wanted his baby girl to enjoy life and everything they did together as a family.

On July 19, 2023, one of the hottest days of the summer, Ariya died as a result of vehicular heat stroke when her babysitter knowingly left her unattended in the backseat of her SUV for five hours.

Hot car deaths are 100% preventable. Ariya’s family lobbied for Florida legislators to create and subsequently pass Ariya’s Law (aka Ariya’s Act), designating the month of April as Hot Car Death Prevention Month to spread awareness and education about the dangers of leaving children unattended in vehicles and the penalties associated with it.

In memory of Ariya, join us in supporting real change. Let’s support good in the world and make a difference. Please make a donation for Kids and Cars today and help save children's lives.

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