Honor an Icon of Freedom
Donate now to celebrate an inspirational African-American life. We welcome individuals, companies, and foundations to honor this true patriot.
Our Purpose and Progress
- IN PROGRESS. Erect a Statue to William B. Gould. We need your donations for a statue in the park that bears his name.
- DONE! Rename the East Dedham Passive Park in Honor of William B. Gould.
- DONE! Teach the William B. Gould Story in Dedham’s Schools. The Dedham Public Schools now teach the Gould story in the 1st, 5th, and 10th grades.
Support the William B. Gould Memorial
Our Mission
To honor the memory and tell the story of a remarkable man who overcame overwhelming odds, served in the United States Navy with honor, and served as a civic leader for decades in Dedham.
Our History
In the summer of 2020, as statues around the country were toppled, we came together to build up our community by preserving the memory of a worthy Dedhamite. The effort has expanded to not only build a statue, but to rename a public park in his honor and to teach his story in schools.
Our Patrons ($25,000+)
Dedham Savings Community Foundation
Our Supporters ($5,000+)
Dedham Cultural Council
Our Friends ($2,500+)
Anonymous Family Foundation
Koger Charitable Trust
Needham Bank
Our Contributors ($1,000+)
Shaw McDermott
Claude Ames
Jim Kaufmann