The Gweedo Memorial Foundation
Our Mission: Educate new teenage drivers and their parents on the dangers of destructive driving decisions.
Tammy speaks locally and nationwide to various schools and organizations, eager to spread the word about Conner and how to stay safe on the road.
His Story
Joseph Conner Williams Guido, aka “Gweedo” to all of his friends died tragically at age 16 in an automobile crash on October 26, 2019. Through the tragic death of my son, Conner's mom has become a strong advocate for teen safe driving education in Virginia and across the country raising awareness among new teenage drivers and their parents about the dangers of destructive driving decisions.
Additionally, Conners death was the driving force behind 4 bills that Tammy secured in the State of Virginia.
Generous donations will be used to educate upcoming teenage drivers, and their parents on safe driving practices.
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Speaking
Tammy offers her speaking services to a range of schools and organizations both locally and across the nation, free of charge.
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Educational Partnerships
Our commitment is to support you by offering accessible resources for this battle.
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Scholarship
Each year, two Gweedo Scholarships are awarded to graduating seniors in honor of Conner.
people died in teen driver-related crashes during summer months between 2012-2021.
average number of lives lost each year in teen driver-related crashes during summer months
lives lost in summer crashes involving teen drivers from 2013 to 2022
% of teen crashes that happen between 9pm and 6am
% increase nighttime fatalities from 2019-2020 CHOP
% of teen crash deaths occuring during 9PM to 6AM
times higher crash rate for teen drivers than adults aged 30 to 59
Must watch videos.
Safety should always come first. Teens with learner’s permits, speak up about having an adult in the car. Parents, talk to your teens about safe driving rules.
Please share and watch these important videos to help keep all new drivers safe!
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The bill mandates that students show proof of a valid driver’s license or driver privilege card through a standardized application before receiving a high school parking pass. It also requires driver education programs to teach the dangers of distracted driving and speeding.
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The bill requires all public school driver education programs to include a 90-minute parent/student component in the classroom portion, emphasizing the dangers of distracted driving. Participation is mandatory in Northern Virginia (Planning District 8) and encouraged, but not required, elsewhere in the state.
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The law makes it a Class 1 misdemeanor to knowingly allow someone without a valid license—or a minor violating learner’s permit restrictions—to drive if that decision results in a crash causing injury or death.
Bill Text: VA SB750 | 2025 | Regular Session | Comm Sub | LegiScan
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The bill encourages all Virginia school districts to provide behind-the-wheel driver training as part of high school driver education, recognizing it as an essential skill for safe teen driving and preparing students for licensing.
Upcoming & Past Events
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Keeper's Cup 2025
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Musician & Arts Festival
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Kicking for a Cause
Submitting An Anonymous Tip
Our Mission
We created a platform in loving memory of Joseph Conner Williams Guido - affectionately known as “Gweedo” by his friends - who tragically lost his life at just 16 years old in a car crash on October 26, 2019. This site exists to give teens and community members a safe, anonymous way to speak up when they witness something concerning - whether it’s reckless driving, bullying, drug use, or any other dangerous behavior.
Our hope is that by removing the fear of retaliation, more people will choose to act - and in doing so, prevent tragedies before they happen.
Your voice could save a life. It could have saved his.
We want to hear from you.
We are grateful to those who support the Gweedo Memorial Foundation
