The Buffalo Bills announced today that they will be supporting these organizations in the efforts following the racist hate crime that occurred at Tops Friendly Market on Jefferson Avenue on Saturday, May 14.
These listed organizations will help provide food, mental health, and monetary support for those affected by this tragic shooting.
For anyone looking to donate to help the families directly impacted by the shooting, see the organizations below:
Will provide direct financial assistance to the survivors of the deceased and those directly affected by this tragedy.
Buffalo Strong Community Response Philanthropic collaborative fund to support the nonprofits responding to community needs
For those looking to support food distribution in the Buffalo communities most impacted by the tragic events see below.
FeedMore - 91 Holt, Buffalo, NY 14206
Monday – Friday 8 am – 4 pm and Saturday 8 am – 12noon
Non-perishable protein items, shelf-stable fruits and vegetables, beverages, snacks, toilet paper, personal care items, and diapers
Food Donations – please make donations in reusable bags and check Instagram accounts for the most up to date needs
Volunteer
- Resource Council - 347 E. Ferry St., Buffalo, NY 14208:
- Johnnie B Wiley Pavilion - 1100 Jefferson Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14208:
"This is an effort by all of these partners to ensure that we are filling a gap for the need of the community that has been devastated by this attack on black folks," Council Member Ulysees Wingo said during a press conference at the CAO Masten Resource Center.
As a community, it is so important to do what we can to help support and uplift those in need. This targeted attack was rooted in hate. The best way to counter that is by showing love for our fellow community members who need it the most.
"What's really neat for Buffalo, we talk about being the city of good neighbors," Rev. Terry King, Board Chair of the Resource Council of WNY said. "This is that response, and we can come together as agencies working in partnership to give back to the community at such a time as this."
Buffalo Community Fridge – food and hygiene products only
