
Fordyce Survivors Fund
About On June 21, 2024, Fordyce, Arkansas endured horrific violence when a gunman opened fire at a Mad Butcher Grocery store, killing four people and
Empower communities through tailored Mass Violence Survivors Fund support.
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About On June 21, 2024, Fordyce, Arkansas endured horrific violence when a gunman opened fire at a Mad Butcher Grocery store, killing four people and
Donations are collected by the National Compassion Fund in partnership with GoFundMe, or collected by a local organization. A local Steering Committee is formed to determine eligibility and distribution of funds.
Distribution Protocols are drafted by the Steering Committee and opened for public comment.
Distribution Protocols are finalized, donation portals are closed, and the funds are certified.
Applications close and eligible submissions are reviewed, verified, and approved.
100% of collected donations are distributed to approved applicants and beneficiaries.
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