A fundraising campaign initiated to support Charlie Kirk’s family has amassed millions of dollars in under two days.
On Wednesday, September 10, the conservative political figure was tragically shot during a college debate at Utah Valley University (UVU), where over 3,000 individuals were present.
In footage of the tragic event, Kirk, a father of two, was hit in the neck by a bullet and promptly taken to a hospital by his security team, where he was declared deceased.
After an extensive two-day search, officials reported that they have apprehended the suspect, identified as 22-year-old Tyler Robinson.
Numerous prominent personalities have paid tribute to Kirk, including President Donald Trump, who shared several messages about him. Trump described Kirk as a “patriot who devoted his life to the cause of open debate and the country he loved so much, the United States of America.”
Kirk’s widow, Erika, has also spoken in the wake of her husband’s death, detailing how she explained his passing to their three-year-old daughter.
The nicotine pouch company, ALP Pouches, has established a fundraising page for the Kirk family on the Christian crowdfunding platform ‘GiveSendGo’ with a goal of raising $5 million.
In under 48 hours, donations have exceeded $4 million, with ALP Pouches contributing $1 million themselves.
“Our team at ALP is heartbroken by the death of Charlie Kirk – a devoted husband, father, and friend. Love for God, family, and country defined his life,” the description reads.
“Charlie leaves behind his wife, Erika, and their two young children. As they navigate this unimaginable loss, we want to rally together to provide security and stability for Charlie’s loved ones.
“Our goal is to raise as much as possible to support the Kirk family. ALP has contributed $1 million to this effort, and we invite you to join us in honoring Charlie’s legacy by giving whatever you are able. We hope you’ll join us.”
In her statement, Erika, aged 36, expressed that her husband was killed because he ‘preached a message of patriotism, faith, and of God’s merciful love’, and she vowed to continue his work, including his tours, radio shows, and podcast.
She further stated her determination to ensure that the movement Kirk had established would not “die,” asserting, “I refuse to let that happen … All of us will refuse to let that happen.”
“No one will ever forget my husband’s name, and I will make sure of it.”
Kirk leaves behind his wife Erika and their two children, a three-year-old daughter and a one-year-old son.