A GoFundMe page was established to support the family of Lisa Lopez-Galvan, who tragically lost her life during the Kansas City Chiefs’ victory parade. The page quickly garnered attention when Taylor Swift contributed a total of $100,000 in the early hours of Friday morning. Named the “Elizabeth Lopez-Galvan Memorial” page, its initial goal was to raise $75,000 for the 44-year-old shooting victim's family. Swift's contributions exceeded this target, with around 1,300 people contributing before her donations.
Lopez-Galvan, a wedding DJ and co-host of a Latin music program called “Taste of Tejano” on KKFI community radio station, succumbed to her injuries after being shot in the abdomen during the chaotic event. Initial reports suggested she passed away after surgery, but later updates clarified that she died at the scene. The shooting occurred following a rally celebrating the Chiefs’ Bowl victory, resulting in 23 people being injured, with Lopez-Galvan tragically losing her life. Police have detained two juveniles in connection with the mass shooting.
Lopez-Galvan's son, Marc Lopez-Galvan, in his 20s, was also injured but has been released from the hospital. Two other relatives were wounded, but her teenage daughter, Adriana, escaped unharmed. Swift's connection to the Chiefs runs deep, often attending games and recently cheering on her boyfriend Travis Kelce at the Super Bowl. Her generosity on GoFundMe has had an impact before, reportedly leading to the platform raising its maximum donation cap from $15,000 to $50,000 after she had to make multiple donations to reach the desired level for a previous cause.
Swift's $100,000 donation was split into two increments, likely due to the platform's current donation cap, explaining why she made two separate donations. In a heartfelt message, Swift expressed her condolences, writing, “Sending my deepest sympathies and condolences in the wake of your devastating loss. With love, Taylor Swift.” The community continues to mourn the loss of Lopez-Galvan, remembering her as a beloved member of the community and a dedicated radio personality.
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