We Are #KCStrong
We woke up as champions expecting to celebrate a day in triumph. Instead, February 14th will be remembered 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 support our community in its efforts to heal and become more resilient in the wake of these horrific events.
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Like so many of you, we are devastated by the senseless tragedy on what had been a day of joy, love and celebration.
We woke up as champions expecting to celebrate a day in triumph. Instead, February 14th will be remembered for its tragedy. There will be many forces that will work to divide us in the weeks ahead, but as the Chiefs showed us on the field all season long – the best path forward is not to turn against each other but instead to work together--united. 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 support our community in its efforts to heal and become more resilient in the wake of these horrific events.
Funds raised will first and foremost go to support the victims and their families. We say all the time that Kansas City is America’s biggest small town. This is your way to support your neighbors who have been directly affected by this senseless violence.
Secondly, we recognize that this type of violence is rampant throughout our region – often in lower-income communities far away from the spotlight of media attention. That is why funds raised here will also support violence prevention and recovery organizations, including mental health support services.
Finally, in these moments we realize just how important it is to have brave people who run towards the danger to keep us all safe. That is why funds raised through this effort will also go to support first responders.
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. We can assure you that 100% of funds raised will go directly to these causes and organizations, with no administrative fees whatsoever. The true strength of champions is revealed in how they respond in the face of adversity. The only question that remains is – how will we respond, Kansas City?
Chris Rosson President and CEO United Way of Greater Kansas City
To mail a donation, please send a check with reference to #KCSTRONG to: United Way of Greater Kansas City P.O. Box 871400 Kansas City, MO 64187-1400
If you or someone you know is in need of referrals to community resources, please dial 2-1-1 or visit: https://211KC.org
Questions? Contact kcstrong@uwgkc.org.