In response to the tragic school shooting at Antioch High School, the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee (CFMT) has activated the Nashville School Violence Support and Healing Fund.
The Nashville School Violence Support and Healing Fund is a charitable fund that addresses school mass violence incidents on school grounds or during school events in Davidson County. This fund supports students, faculty, and their families who are directly impacted by these tragedies, including those killed, physically injured, or emotionally traumatized.
Mayor Freddie O'Connell said, "Nashville is a community of extraordinary generosity. As we have so many times in the past, we have seen and felt a tremendous outpouring of support from Nashville residents who want to do something to show love to everyone impacted by the shooting at Antioch High School."
Nashvillians can make contributions at Your donation can make a difference in the lives of those affected by this heartbreaking event. Contributions can be made online.
"Sadly, we have lost more young people to gun violence in the most traumatizing setting possible, a school," said Hal Cato, CEO of CFMT. "The Nashville School Violence Support and Healing Fund will provide resources to help victims begin their healing journey and to remind them they are not alone as our community grieves together and moves toward recovery."
The Nashville School Violence Support and Healing Fund is a charitable fund that addresses school mass violence incidents on school grounds or during school events in Davidson County. This fund supports students, faculty, and their families who are directly impacted by these tragedies, including those killed, physically injured, or emotionally traumatized.
As of January 22, 2025, the Fund is actively raising money to assist victims of the Antioch High School shooting. Contributions will be distributed to individuals directly impacted, following IRS-approved guidelines. Additionally, funds may be allocated to organizations providing critical services, such as mental health support.
Gifts to Nashville School Violence Support and Healing Fund will help provide much-needed resources for the support and healing of students, faculty, and families as our community works to recover from the devastating impact of gun violence.
How to Help
Your donation can make a difference in the lives of those affected by this heartbreaking event. Contributions can be made online.
Media Availability
Representatives from CFMT are available to discuss the fund's purpose, the community's response, and how donations will support those in need.
Contact:
Kelly Walberg
kelly@cfmt.org
615-695-2904
About the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee (CFMT) is a nonprofit organization committed to building a more thriving and inclusive community. It identifies challenges facing the Greater Nashville area and brings together resources and relationships to address them. Through tools for long-term charitable giving, donors help make a lasting difference in and with the communities the organization serves. CFMT administers more than 1,600 charitable funds and awards grants and scholarships annually. For more information, visit the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee website.
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