Event Recap
2023 Gotcha Tour
2023 Escort Vehicles
The People Behind The 2023 GOTCHA Project
In 2023 GOTCHA Project completed a world record poker run from Florida to Arizona to raise awareness and funding for the fight against human trafficking. We want to take a moment to express our appreciation for all of the people who were involved. We are incredibly grateful for the volunteers who dedicated their time and energy to make this event happen. We are also thankful for the local organizers who helped coordinate everything, the drivers who transported materials, and the bikers who hit the road to raise awareness. We also want to extend a special thank you to our friends and family for their support and encouragement. We couldn’t do this without all of you and we are truly grateful for your generosity and dedication. Thank you for being a part of something bigger than ourselves! Dave & Lisa
Dave Graybill
Founder Gotcha Project LLC
Dave Graybill is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and community organizer who has made a name for himself by fighting for justice and championing change. A serial good guy, Graybill has dedicated his life to helping others. He is a global thinker, motivated speaker, social influencer, and philanthropist.
Volunteers & Bikers
We are so thankful for our volunteers and bikers who took weeks out of their lives to support GOTCHA on the 2023 national tour. Although this group came from different places and backgrounds they had a common thread – a deep love for our country and its people. It is our honor to highlight them below!
Stan Brown
Biker
Stan Brown is from Miami, Florida and calls West Palm Beach, Florida home with his significant other Laura Torres. Both are very active in several charitable organizations. The American Legion Family, 40 et 8, Patriot Guard, and Toys for Tots are just a few. Their Hurricane Ian relief efforts inspired Stan to start working to create a non-profit disaster relief organization that should be up and running in 2024.
- Combat Engineer in the U.S. Army serving for 13 years.
- Proud member of the American Legion, American Legion Riders, & Sons of The American Legion (Department of Florida) Floridalegion.org
- Proud member of the Patriot Guard Riders (Florida) patriotguard.org
Sandy Swafford
Biker
Sandy is from Doylestown, Pennsylvania but she now calls Florida her home. She has been the District 11 President of the American Legion Auxiliary Department of Florida for the past two years. Her husband was a veteran and she has 3 children, and 5 grandchildren. Sandy is a RNA and although she has brought her truck and trailer on tour she is planning to ride the entire way on her Harley Davidson Trike!
Gary Cochran
Driver
My name is Gary Cochran, I am the Fire Chief for the Sansom Park Fire Department in the North Texas Region of the state. I am a current team member of the greatest group of individuals that have left their jobs and families for weeks and months at a time to travel across the country loving people. I am honored and proud to be part of the PINK HEALS family.
I was blessed in 2008, when I met Dave Graybill for the first time when he was traveling through the great State of Texas. Since that day, I have become very appreciative for what he has done across the nation to give up his time, his family, and his money to help others and love others. Dave is a true leader in my eyes.
I am so excited again, to be part of an awesome experience of traveling with old and new friends across the country to raise money for the individuals who have and are suffering from this horrible crime of human trafficking. Being able to meet people out on the tour and seeing how the “Gotcha Project” will make a difference in so many lives, is another Dave Graybill dream that will be coming true soon.
September, hurry up and get here so we can ride and do for others to help stop this human trafficking from shattering anyone else’s life. Let’s Ride!!!!
Jeff Hawkins
Driver
Jeff Hawkins, a career firefighter from Bedford, Texas. Married for almost 32 years with one daughter who is an ER nurse. In our line of work, we have the potential to deal with the victims of trafficking. Anything we can do to raise awareness and/or funds to fight human trafficking is a win. I have worked with Dave on several of his other projects and admire his huge heart and passion for people. It’s my pleasure to join him and the others in this fight.
Tammy & Steve
Driver
Nothing goes unturned with this Dynamic Duo. Tammy and Steve have made an impact in many areas during their 27 years time together, starting with their four children. As parents, the couple has helped each of their children excel in their own careers by showing an abundant amount of love and support.
Within their community, Tammy and Steve have placed a hand on many hearts through a non-profit organization called Pink Heals. They have traveled all over Texas and the United States to show love to those in need- specifically those impacted by illnesses.
Before Steve entered retirement in March 2022, Steve worked as a firefighter and a paramedic for 17 years. He now is the owner of a pool company with many happy customers in the East Texas area.
The couple makes time to travel, renovate their forever-home in East Texas, cruise in classic Volkswagens, jeep excursions and spend quality time with their family.
Because of their love for their own children and grand children, the urge to put an end to child trafficking grew tremendously. Hearing stories from those who have experienced trafficking first-hand catapulted this passion, which lead Tammy and Steve to join the movement.
Seth R Kallick
Driver
Mr. Kallick has dedicated his life to serving his communities, beginning as a volunteer firefighter in South Central Wisconsin in the late 1970s and later advancing to Fire Captain, Paramedic, and Fire Investigator at Bella Vista Fire and EMS in Northwest Arkansas, where he worked for 32 years. In addition to his fire service career, he also owned and operated a structural repair and contracting business in Northwest Arkansas. Currently, he serves as the Risk Reduction Building Inspection Supervisor for the city of Lowell, Arkansas.
Mr. Kallick is also an active supporter of charitable organizations, including the Pink Heals Tour and Patriots God and Country group, and is proud to join THE GOTCHA PROJECT, which supports a group fighting human trafficking. He believes that raising funds for a group that assists law enforcement agencies in finding and returning victims to their families is a great honor and encourages others to support this cause. Mr. Kallick’s greatest treasures are his wife of 31 years, Diane, and his five children and six grandchildren.
James Edge
Biker
James Edge from N. Myrtle Beach, SC. Currently lives in Conway, SC.
Family: Wife Deon. Married for 15 years and have known one another for 39. We have four children and two grandchildren. Our oldest child works with a Sheriff’s dept. in NC, the youngest is an active member of the Civil Air Patrol.
Career: Retired Firefighter/EMT, Assistant Fire Chief of 33 years. Also retired as Master Sargent (Asst. Fire Chief) with the S.C. Air National Guard of 24 years. As Asst. Chief, I was able to be a part of building and developing a brand-new Fire Department. The department was so new that the fire engines showed up and the Fire Chief had not even been hired yet.
I’m involved with the GOTCHA Project because I believe in the cause and I want to help. As far back as I can remember, even to my elementary school days, I’ve always wanted to help people. I guess that may have had something to do with my choice of careers.
Gee Whiz Information: I like to dabble with music and DJ’ing, mostly 70’s and 80’s stuff. Though not so much DJ’ing any more but I still like it.
Event Resources
Downloadables
Press Release 2023
A document containing all the information you will need to know about this event.
Red and White GOTCHA 2023 Flyer
Printable and editable flyer to advertise your event
Black GOTCHA 2023 Flyer
Printable and editable flyer to advertise your event.
2023 Road Glide QR Code
Printable QR Code for Flyers that links to the GOTCHA Project 2023 Road Glide Raffle
GOTCHA Skeleton Banner
Printable banner to advertise your event
GOTCHA Uncle Sam Logo
Printable logo to advertise your event
Letter for Community Leader Involvement
Downloadable template to request your Community Leader's attendance at your event
Angel Studios Press Release
Generic press release to let media know about the GOTCHA project and their relationship with Angel Studios.
Angel Studios Press Release Customizable for Event Day
Downloadable press release template to share information about the event and add your specific location, date, time, etc.
POKER RUN FLYERS
Sept 12th Gainesville Harley Davidson
Sept 13th Tifton Harley Davidson
Sept 16th Thunder Tower Harley Davidson, Columbia, SC
Sept 18th Falcons Fury Harley Davidson, Conyers, GA
Sept 21st Redstone Harley Davidson, Madison, AL
Sept 22nd Harley Davidson of Montgomery, AL
Sept 23rd Starkville Fire Department
Sept 24th Harley Davidson of Jackson, MS
Sept 25th Three State Harley Davidson, Shreveport, LA
Sept 30th Gruene Harley Davidson, New Braunfels, TX
Oct 1st Cowboy Harley Davidson, Austin, TX
Oct 4th Texoma Harley Davidson, Sherman TX
Oct 6th Fort Smith Harley Davidson Fort Smith, AR
Oct 9th Tripps Harley Davidson, Amarillo, TX
Oct 10th Thunderbird Harley Davidson, Albuquerque, NM
Oct 11th Wicked West Harley Davidson, Sante Fe, NM
Support Request
If you need any additional support or resources please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team. Making each leg of this journey a success is key to the success of the movement. We are ready and willing to help.