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GoFundMe page for Alton's Sterling's children has raised over $400k
Video of Alton Sterling being shot by police in America has shocked the world. After his murder by police 5th July, protests have sparked up across Baton Rouge.
In the wake of this tragedy, actor and writer, Issa Rae, has started a GoFundMe page to raise money for Alton Stirling's children. She states on the page "If you feel helpless, but want to play a small part in easing the burden of #AltonSterling's family, consider donating to this scholarship fund for his 15-year-old son (and his other kids)"
Can we got a scholarship fund going 4 #AltonSterling's son/kids? Some of us feel helpless when these things happen, but that's a small step.
— Issa Rae (@IssaRae) July 6, 2016
6 hours after launching the page had already hit donations of $100k and passed $300k in under 24 hours and it currently stands at $429k.
Whilst no amount of money will ever replace losing a father, it's great to see people coming together and showing support in ways bigger than a hashtag.
Change must come.
