A shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego in Clairemont on Monday left five dead.
The victims have been identified as Amin Abdullah, Mansour Kaziha and Nadir Awad. Abdullah was the center's security guard and officials said his actions were heroic. .
Two teenage suspects were found dead near the center with self-inflicted gunshot wounds. The San Diego Police Department is investigating the incident as a hate crime.
As the community mourns the lives lost, many are asking how they can help. KPBS has compiled a list of ways to support the impacted families, including donation funds organized by the center. We have also gathered mental health, legal, and crisis resources for anyone who needs support right now.
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Donations
Islamic Center of San Diego Support Fund
The Islamic Center of San Diego has established the Official ICSD Victim & Family Support Fund for individuals and families impacted by the shooting incident at the ICSD masjid campus. This fund will help provide direct assistance and recovery support for those affected, according to the center.
This fundraiser is organized by CAIR-San Diego together with the Islamic Center of San Diego. Funds will cover funeral costs, immediate household needs, children's education, long-term financial stability for surviving spouses and trauma counseling for those left behind.
Legal aid
San Diego County District Attorney Victim Services
Impacted community members including but not limited to victims, parents, students and employees of the Islamic Center of San Diego, can receive services from the San Diego District Attorneyβs Victim Services line at 619-531-4041.
Mental health resources
California vs. Hate is a statewide hotline and online reporting system that helps connect victims of hate crimes and hate incidents with resources, including legal aid, counseling and mental health support. The service is free, confidential and available throughout California. Contact them at: 833-8-NO-HATE (833-866-4283)
For 24-hour, toll-free support, the Disaster Distress Helpline is a national hotline dedicated to providing support to people experiencing a crisis.
Kid-friendly resources
Talking to your children
Children need to hear that people in the government and other grown-ups they donβt even know are working hard to keep them safe, too. This article offers ideas on how to talk to younger children and things you can do to put them at ease in trying times.
How to buffer the trauma
Parents and caregivers can play a major role in helping children cope with and recover from this kind of trauma. An adolescent psychiatrist and chief clinical officer provide guidance on how to reduce anxiety, look for symptoms and help support children through a crisis.
Art therapy
Draw your feelings with Daniel Tiger on this interactive webpage.
When something scary happens PBS videos
Watch clips and songs from some favorite KPBS shows like "Arthur," "Mister Rogers," "Dinosaur Train" and more. Learn how these characters have coped with hard times.
Sesame Street resources on violence
Helping young children understand and cope with the effects of violence is hard, but there are ways to help them feel safer and more secure. Luckily, "Sesame Street" has been there.
Meet the Helpers
Meet experts like doctors, 911 operators and law enforcement in short, informative videos and hands-on activities meant to inform children on what role they play in emergencies.
Helping children cope with gun violence
Sandy Hook Promise provides trauma-informed guidance on how to talk to your children about tragedy and how to process feelings.
Youth mental health
This KET series, "You Are Not Alone," explores answers to depression, anxiety, toxic stress and suicide through the lens of experts, educators, parents and youth.
Resources for Educators, families to discuss mass shootings in the community
The San Diego County Office of Education offers general mental health resources and guidance on how to talk to children about mass shootings and how to manage your own feelings.
