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2-28-2012

CLIFTON, NJ (February 28, 2012) – The U.S. Department of State, is bringing celebrated drum virtuoso / D.A.D. Founder Pat Gesualdo to help special needs Israeli and Palestinians children in the West Bank region of Israel. Gesualdo will hold D.A.D. workshops in the region, in an effort help bring Israelis and Palestinians together for social, therapeutic, and peaceful interaction.

“The D.A.D. Program sounds fascinating, and it is something that we are very much interested in for helping disabled people, or people with special needs,” says U.S. State Department.

“D.A.D., the U.S. Department of State, and various facilities in Israel have been working very hard to help as many Israeli and Palestinian people in the West Bank region as possible,” says D.A.D. President/CEO Pat Gesualdo. “It is a great honor to help the people of this war torn region anyway we can.”

Drums and Disabilities (D.A.D.),is a 501 (C) (3) non-profit research program. Psychologists, neuroscientists, law enforcement agencies, special needs therapists, child protective service agencies, and teachers in over 15 countries use the D.A.D. Program to help special needs children develop physical and cognitive functioning.

Numerous celebrities, sports stars, major corporations, and parents join with D.A.D. to help children fight disabilities on a Global basis.

D.A.D. is also the parent company of the Metal Hall of Fame, which holds the Annual Metal Hall of Fame Celebrity Charity Gala. It is dedicated to forever enshrining the Iconic musicians and music industry executives responsible for making hard rock and heavy metal music what it is today. Their contribution to the genre is invaluable, and they continue to inspire fans throughout the world, from generation to generation. The Metal Hall of Fame helps to raise funds for D.A.D., which provides free therapy programs for special needs children, adults, and wounded veterans throughout the United States.

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1-4-2012
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TOWACO, N.J. (JANUARY 4, 2012) –Pat Gesualdo, celebrated drum virtuoso and Founder/CEO of the non-profit organization D.A.D (Drums and Disabilities), will be featured in an interview on NBC Television Wave 3, in Lousiville, Kentucky, on January 4, 2014. Gesualdo will be interviewed for his role as lead advocate for a 9 year old boy with Cerebral Palsy.

In a story that has ignited a huge international outcry, Gesualdo has been asked by local Senators and family members to represent a 9 year old Kentucky boy with Cerebral Palsy. The boy’s neighborhood Home Owners Association was demanding his parents remove necessary therapy equipment from his backyard, which his therapists prescribed.

Kentucky State Legislators Richard Henderson (D-Jeffersonville) and Keith Hall (D-Phelps) asked D.A.D. President/CEO Pat Gesualdo to assist them in writing new Legislation for House Bill 160.  State Representative Henderson and Hall, and Gesualdo, held a news conference in the Kentucky State Capitol to announce the Law Making Campaign. In addition, the group announced that D.A.D. has filed a Civil Rights violation with the United States Department of Justice, on behalf of the little boy with Cerebral Palsy.

“Mr. Gesualdo and his D.A.D. Organization will direct the National campaign for this Legislation,” said Kentucky State Legislator Richard Henderson (D-Jeffersonville). “I wrote several key provisions in this Legislation” said D.A.D. President/CEO Pat Gesualdo. “As a result, the D.A.D. Program is the perfect outlet to help enact this vital Legislation on a National basis. This issue started because a special needs little boy and his family were being threatened, harassed, and discriminated against by their neighborhood Home Owners Association. This is a major violation of this little boy’s civil rights. I will pursue this vigorously, in an effort to protect this little boy’s civil rights, and for the protection of all disabled children throughout the United States,” Gesualdo said in the International news conference.

Gesualdo has been asked by Senators and Congressman throughout the United States to assist them in writing laws to help protect the rights of disabled children and their parents from neighborhood Home Owners Associations. State and Federal lawmakers through the Country consider Gesualdo’s advocacy as Groundbreaking legal protection for disabled children throughout the United States.

Drums and Disabilities (D.A.D.),is a 501 (C) (3) non-profit research program. Psychologists, neuroscientists, law enforcement agencies, special needs therapists, child protective service agencies, and teachers in over 15 countries use the D.A.D. Program to help special needs children develop physical and cognitive functioning.

Numerous celebrities, sports stars, major corporations, and parents join with D.A.D. to help children fight disabilities on a Global basis.

D.A.D. is also the parent company of the Metal Hall of Fame, which holds the Annual Metal Hall of Fame Celebrity Charity Gala. It is dedicated to forever enshrining the Iconic musicians and music industry executives responsible for making hard rock and heavy metal music what it is today. Their contribution to the genre is invaluable, and they continue to inspire fans throughout the world, from generation to generation. The Metal Hall of Fame helps to raise funds for D.A.D., which provides free therapy programs for special needs children, adults, and wounded veterans throughout the United States.

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1-4-2012

CLIFTON, N.J. (January 4, 2012) –  Celebrated drum virtuoso / Founder of the non-profit organization D.A.D (Drums and Disabilities) Pat Gesualdo, was featured in the LA Times, for his role as lead advocate to help Cooper Veloudis, a little boy in Kentucky with special needs.

In what has ignited a huge international outcry, PatGesualdo has been asked by local Senators and family members in Kentucky to help them represent a 9 year old boy with Cerebral Palsy. The child’s neighborhood Home Owners Association are demanding they remove the playhouse and his necessary therapy equipment from his backyard, which was prescribed by his therapist.

Kentucky State Legislators Richard Henderson (D-Jeffersonville) and Keith Hall (D-Phelps) Gesualdo to help them write new Legislation for House Bill 160. State Representative Henderson, Hall, and Gesualdo, held a news conference in the Kentucky State Capitol to announce the law making campaign. In addition, the group announced that D.A.D. has filed a Civil Rights violation with the United States Department of Justice.

“Mr. Gesualdo and his D.A.D. Organization will direct the National campaign for this Legislation,” said Kentucky State Legislator Richard Henderson (D-Jeffersonville). “I wrote several key provisions in this law” said D.A.D. President/CEO Pat Gesualdo. “As a result, the D.A.D. Program is the perfect outlet to help enact this vital Legislation on a National basis. This issue started because a special needs little boy and his family were being threatened, harassed, and discriminated against by their neighborhood Home Owners Association. This is a major violation of this little boy’s civil rights. I will pursue this vigorously in an effort to protect this little boy’s civil rights, and for the protection of all disabled children throughout the world,” Gesualdo said in the International news conference.

Gesualdo has been asked by Senators and Congressman throughout the United States to assist them in writing laws to help protect the rights of disabled children and their parents from neighborhood Home Owners Associations, as well. State and Federal lawmakers through the country consider Gesualdo’s advocacy as Groundbreaking legal protection for disabled children throughout the United States.

Drums and Disabilities (D.A.D.),is a 501 (C) (3) non-profit research program. Psychologists, neuroscientists, law enforcement agencies, special needs therapists, child protective service agencies, and teachers in over 15 countries use the D.A.D. Program to help special needs children develop physical and cognitive functioning.

Numerous celebrities, sports stars, major corporations, and parents join with D.A.D. to help children fight disabilities on a Global basis.

D.A.D. is also the parent company of the Metal Hall of Fame, which holds the Annual Metal Hall of Fame Celebrity Charity Gala. It is dedicated to forever enshrining the Iconic musicians and music industry executives responsible for making hard rock and heavy metal music what it is today. Their contribution to the genre is invaluable, and they continue to inspire fans throughout the world, from generation to generation. The Metal Hall of Fame helps to raise funds for D.A.D., which provides free therapy programs for special needs children, adults, and wounded veterans throughout the United States.

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11-19-2010

CLIFTON, N.J. (NOVEMBER 19, 2010) – Rockaway NJ Schools have added the non-profit organization D.A.D. (Drums and Disabilities) into their upcoming 2010 school curriculum. D.A.D. helps children with Autism, Dyslexia, ADHD, Tourette’s, Asperger’s, ODD, OCD, Cerebral Palsy, Multiple Sclerosis, and other disabilities, to help develop retention, fine motor skills, sensory integration, social skill interaction, and physical and cognitive functioning.

“The D.A.D. Program is interesting, engaging, exciting, and informative,” says Regina Swierc, Director of Special Education for Rockaway School District.” We look forward to sharing D.A.D. with our staff and parents.”

“The Rockaway School System has a wonderful curriculum, especially for the students with special needs,” says D.A.D. Founder/CEO Pat Gesualdo. “I look forward to working with all the parents and the teachers in the district, to help them help their children anyway I can.”

Drums and Disabilities (D.A.D.),is a 501 (C) (3) non-profit research program. Psychologists, neuroscientists, law enforcement agencies, special needs therapists, child protective service agencies, and teachers in over 15 countries use the D.A.D. Program to help special needs children develop physical and cognitive functioning.

Numerous celebrities, sports stars, major corporations, and parents join with D.A.D. to help children fight disabilities on a Global basis.

D.A.D. is also the parent company of the Metal Hall of Fame, which holds the Annual Metal Hall of Fame Celebrity Charity Gala. It is dedicated to forever enshrining the Iconic musicians and music industry executives responsible for making hard rock and heavy metal music what it is today. Their contribution to the genre is invaluable, and they continue to inspire fans throughout the world, from generation to generation. The Metal Hall of Fame helps to raise funds for D.A.D., which provides free therapy programs for special needs children, adults, and wounded veterans throughout the United States.

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12-15-2009

TOWACO, NJ (DECEMBER 15, 2009) – The non-profit organization Hoop-A-Paluza, and the non-profit organization D.A.D. (Drums and Disabilities) joined together for the annual Hoop-A-Paluza fundraiser and carnival. The event was in support of local children who are suffering due to economic or health issues.

“We and the local charities we support are deeply grateful for D.A.D. taking part in our annual event,” said Lori Robinson, Executive Director of Hoop-A-Paluza. “We enjoyed taking part in Hoop-A-Paluza,” said D.A.D. Founder/CEO Pat Gesualdo. “A main initiative of the D.A.D. Program is to work with other non-profits to help the special needs children, adults, and their families.”

Drums and Disabilities (D.A.D.),is a 501 (C) (3) non-profit research program. Psychologists, neuroscientists, law enforcement agencies, special needs therapists, child protective service agencies, and teachers in over 15 countries use the D.A.D. Program to help special needs children develop physical and cognitive functioning.

Numerous celebrities, sports stars, major corporations, and parents join with D.A.D. to help children fight disabilities on a Global basis.

D.A.D. is also the parent company of the Metal Hall of Fame, which holds the Annual Metal Hall of Fame Celebrity Charity Gala. It is dedicated to forever enshrining the Iconic musicians and music industry executives responsible for making hard rock and heavy metal music what it is today. Their contribution to the genre is invaluable, and they continue to inspire fans throughout the world, from generation to generation. The Metal Hall of Fame helps to raise funds for D.A.D., which provides free therapy programs for special needs children, adults, and wounded veterans throughout the United States.

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10-1-2007

LANDING, NJ ( 10-1-2007) Pro-Mark Corporation, the world’s largest manufacturer dedicated exclusively to the design, production, and distribution of drumsticks, mallets, and percussion accessories, has joined forces with the celebrated drum virtuoso Pat Gesualdo, and his non-profit organization D.A.D. (Drums and Disabilities).

In a joint statement, Pro-Mark’s Director of Sales Worldwide said, “Through the D.A.D. Program, Pat Gesualdo has been working diligently for years to raise public awareness as to the benefits of playing drums and the positive affects it has on people with learning disabilities. We are very happy to be a part of his efforts going forward, and to welcome him to our family of product endorsers.”

“The D.A.D. Program is extremely grateful to have Pro-Mark’s support,” said D.A.D. President/CEO Pat Gesualdo. “All of the D.A.D. Program drum therapists throughout the world use a wide variety of the high quality products that Pro-Mark is known for. This enables us to integrate our program even more effectively.”

Drums and Disabilities (D.A.D.),is a 501 (C) (3) non-profit research program. Psychologists, neuroscientists, law enforcement agencies, special needs therapists, child protective service agencies, and teachers in over 15 countries use the D.A.D. Program to help special needs children develop physical and cognitive functioning.

Numerous celebrities, sports stars, major corporations, and parents join with D.A.D. to help children fight disabilities on a Global basis.

D.A.D. is also the parent company of the Metal Hall of Fame, which holds the Annual Metal Hall of Fame Celebrity Charity Gala. It is dedicated to forever enshrining the Iconic musicians and music industry executives responsible for making hard rock and heavy metal music what it is today. Their contribution to the genre is invaluable, and they continue to inspire fans throughout the world, from generation to generation. The Metal Hall of Fame helps to raise funds for D.A.D., which provides free therapy programs for special needs children, adults, and wounded veterans throughout the United States.

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6-1-2007

Scotch Plains, NJ- (June I, 2007) – The JCC of Central New Jersey is proud to announce the addition of the non-profit organization D.A.D. (Drums and Disabilities), to its youth services department. The effort will help special needs children in the surrounding Union County communities.

“The JCC of Central New Jersey, as with all the JCC’s, are extremely dedicated to educating the special needs population,” said Jodi Baxter, Director of the Youth and Family Services Department at the JCC of Central New Jersey. “By having the D.A.D. Program as part of our curriculum, we can greatly expand our special needs initiative.”

“D.A.D. is extremely committed to the JCC’s effort in helping the special needs youths in their communities,” said D.A.D. President/CEO Pat Gesualdo. “Jodi and her team have a very impressive special needs curriculum, and it is a great honor to assist them anyway we can.”

The JCC of Central NJ is a not-for-profit social service agency committed to serving both the Jewish community and the community at large. Their mission is to provide social, recreational, educational, and cultural programs and humanitarian services for individuals and families through all phases of life.

Drums and Disabilities (D.A.D.),is a 501 (C) (3) non-profit research program. Psychologists, neuroscientists, law enforcement agencies, special needs therapists, child protective service agencies, and teachers in over 15 countries use the D.A.D. Program to help special needs children develop physical and cognitive functioning.

Numerous celebrities, sports stars, major corporations, and parents join with D.A.D. to help children fight disabilities on a Global basis.

D.A.D. is also the parent company of the Metal Hall of Fame, which holds the Annual Metal Hall of Fame Celebrity Charity Gala. It is dedicated to forever enshrining the Iconic musicians and music industry executives responsible for making hard rock and heavy metal music what it is today. Their contribution to the genre is invaluable, and they continue to inspire fans throughout the world, from generation to generation. The Metal Hall of Fame helps to raise funds for D.A.D., which provides free therapy programs for special needs children, adults, and wounded veterans throughout the United States.

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1-29-2006

CLIFTON, N.J. (January 29, 2006) – The New Jersey Devils have teamed up with Pat Gesualdo and his non profit organization D.A.D. (Drums and Disabilities), in an effort to promote anti-bullying to children in New Jersey. New Jersey Devils star Randy Velischek, and D.A.D. Founder/CEO Pat Gesualdo recently emphasized the importance of respect and being dedicated to future goals, to the children in the packed gymnasium of the Craig School, in Mountain Lakes, New Jersey.

“The message of respect and dedication is an extremely important one, one which children need to be introduced to at an early age,” says D.A.D. President/CEO Pat Gesualdo. “It’s a great honor have Randy Velischek, and the New Jersey Devils promote this important message as part of the D.A.D. Program.

Drums and Disabilities (D.A.D.),is a 501 (C) (3) non-profit research program. Psychologists, neuroscientists, law enforcement agencies, special needs therapists, child protective service agencies, and teachers in over 15 countries use the D.A.D. Program to help special needs children develop physical and cognitive functioning.

Numerous celebrities, sports stars, major corporations, and parents join with D.A.D. to help children fight disabilities on a Global basis.

D.A.D. is also the parent company of the Metal Hall of Fame, which holds the Annual Metal Hall of Fame Celebrity Charity Gala. It is dedicated to forever enshrining the Iconic musicians and music industry executives responsible for making hard rock and heavy metal music what it is today. Their contribution to the genre is invaluable, and they continue to inspire fans throughout the world, from generation to generation. The Metal Hall of Fame helps to raise funds for D.A.D., which provides free therapy programs for special needs children, adults, and wounded veterans throughout the United States.

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5-1-2006

CLIFTON, NJ (MAY 1, 2006) – The New York Yankees have endorsed Pat Gesualdo the award winning non-profit organization D.A.D. (Drums and Disabilities). The renowned baseball team Invited Gesualdo to a recent home game, where he had a private meeting with the team, and visited the corporate offices, and exclusive VIP areas of Yankee Stadium.

“Having spent four years in a music high school, I learned to appreciate the value of music, as it was a learning tool in my development. Pat’s is doing a great thing with the use of music as well,” said New YorkYankees All-Star Bernie Williams.

“It was a great honor to spend time with Joe Torre, Bernie Williams, and the team,” says D.A.D. Founder/CEO Pat Gesualdo.” Bernie and I also had a great time discussing just how much we both love music.”

One of the most successful franchises in professional sports history, the Yankees have won 18 division titles, 40 AL pennants, and 27World Series championships, all of which are MLB records. Forty-four Yankees players and 11 Yankees managers have been inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame, including Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, Mickey Mantle, and Yogi Berra.

Drums and Disabilities (D.A.D.),is a 501 (C) (3) non-profit research program. Psychologists, neuroscientists, law enforcement agencies, special needs therapists, child protective service agencies, and teachers in over 15 countries use the D.A.D. Program to help special needs children develop physical and cognitive functioning.

Numerous celebrities, sports stars, major corporations, and parents join with D.A.D. to help children fight disabilities on a Global basis.

D.A.D. is also the parent company of the Metal Hall of Fame, which holds the Annual Metal Hall of Fame Celebrity Charity Gala. It is dedicated to forever enshrining the Iconic musicians and music industry executives responsible for making hard rock and heavy metal music what it is today. Their contribution to the genre is invaluable, and they continue to inspire fans throughout the world, from generation to generation. The Metal Hall of Fame helps to raise funds for D.A.D., which provides free therapy programs for special needs children, adults, and wounded veterans throughout the United States.