LOUISVILLE, Ky. — For anyone who wants to help the victims of the deadly mass shooting that happened in a bank in downtown Louisville, here is what you can do:
Help impacted families
A GoFundMe has been organized by "Victims First," a group made of families who have been affected by other mass shootings around the country.
The Louisville Metro Police Foundation also set up a fund for the victims and their families on Thursday. You can donate on their Facebook post, their website or their Venmo @LouisvilleMetro-PoliceFoundati.
Friends of Joshua Barrick set up a GoFundMe, and it has already raised more than $250,000.
Blood donations
Additionally, Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg said they need people to donate blood.
"There are so many people who want to do something and want to help. Who see this nightmare unfold and want to make it better somehow. We appreciate that," he said. "If you want to do something right now to show support for the first responders who are trying to save lives. A great way is to donate blood."
UofL Hospital's Dr. Jason Smith said the hospital used 170 units of blood products on Monday to treat victims.
The Red Cross and Kentucky Blood Center added they need O-negative the most.
The center's Vice President of external affairs, Mandy Brajuha says all you have to do is book an appointment online or over the phone. You can also stop by one of Kentucky Blood Center's many locations.
According to Johns Hopkins University, gunshot wounds require more blood than other injuries.
The Kentucky Blood Center is hosting a blood drive on Saturday, April 15 from noon to 4 p.m. at Lynn Family Stadium.
People wanting to donate at the soccer stadium on Saturday are encouraged to make appointments in advance by visiting their website.
“The availability of blood donated by local volunteer donors is critical to saving lives," Bill Reed, CEO of Kentucky Blood Center, said. "Blood must be on the shelves when it’s needed, whether it’s for an unthinkable tragedy, routine surgeries or cancer treatments."
Help injured LMPD officer
The Louisville Metro Police Foundation is seeking donations to take care of medical and recovery expenses for Officer Nickolas Wilt.
You can donate on the foundation's social media post, which has already garnered more than $118,000.
Donations can also be sent through Venmo: @LouisvilleMetro-PoliceFoundati, or on the foundation's website by clicking here.
"All funds go directly to the family," the foundation said.
In addition, there will be a first responder blood drive in honor of Wilt happening on April 14 from noon-2 p.m. at Baptist Health La Grange.
Officials say the blood drive is for local first responders and La Grange staff only.
Additionally, a La Grange firefighter designed a t-shirt with the words "Wilts Warriors" on it, and 100% of the proceeds will benefit Wilt and his recover. If you want to buy the shirt, click here.
Help authorities
The FBI has also created a new website for residents to continue to submit tips, videos and images in regard to Monday’s mass shooting.
To submit tips that may assist authorities, please click here. You can also call 502-574-LMPD (5673).
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