United Way establishes KC Strong fund
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The United Way has established an emergency fund to community in its effort to heal Kansas City following Wednesday’s shooting at Union Station.
The shooting killed one person and wounded 22 others.
“We woke up as champions expecting to celebrate a day in triumph,” United Way of Greater Kansas City wrote in a statement. “Instead, February 14th will be ed for its tragedy. This moment is an opportunity to turn our collective outrage into action.
“This is why together, the Chiefs and United Way are creating a special emergency fund to our community in its efforts to heal and become more resilient in the wake of these horrific events.”
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United Way said funds raised will first go to the victims and their families. Second, United Way said this type of violence is rampant throughout our region -- after 2023 was the deadliest year in KC history.
“That is why funds raised here will also violence prevention and recovery organizations, including mental health services.”
Chris Rosson, the President and CEO of United Way of Greater Kansas City, issued a statement about the fund.
“We’ve all been affected by this moment -- and if you’re compelled to act, we encourage you to turn your outrage into action and contribute to this fund and share it with others,” Rosson said. “The only question that remains is -- how will we respond, Kansas City?”
The Chiefs announced on Friday that in partnership with the Hunt Family Foundation and NFL, a $200,000 donation has been made to the fund.
You can find the United Way fund here.
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