Meal trains, volunteer opportunities, donation needs, and other ways to support our neighbors.
GoFundMe's verified Silver Rail relief hubFundraisers GoFundMe has verified for affected families (opens in new tab)Offer to HelpHawkeye & Huckleberry is holding a fundraiser on Wednesday, Oct. 21. All proceeds will go to the families of the victims. (Reported by Central Oregon Daily.)
Community-reported, please confirm details · Available through Oct 21, 2026
Online fundraiser for the Silver Rail Elementary PTO's 2026 Fun Run / Color Run, organized by the Silver Rail Elementary PTO (a 501(c)(3) public charity, EIN 88-2607195). The fun run was planned for next week and the online fundraiser is still accepting donations.
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Bend-La Pine Schools' donation page for the Silver Rail Elementary School community in recovery from the October 15 tragedy, linked from the district's Silver Rail Community Information Hub.
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Small-batch bakery Frosted Gluten-Free Delights will donate 50% of proceeds from all orders this weekend to the families affected by the Silver Rail tragedy. Orders are picked up this weekend in Redmond. (Reported by the Eat Drink Bend newsletter, Oct. 16.)
Community-reported, please confirm details · Available through Oct 18, 2026
Deschutes County is seeking qualified mental health professionals to help, as well as donated food, refreshments and practical supplies to support those participating in response and recovery efforts. Community members who want to get involved can fill out the county's online form. (Reported by The Bulletin; the form is linked from Bend-La Pine Schools' Silver Rail hub as "Offer community support through Deschutes County" and from the City of Bend's resource page.)
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Midtown Yacht Club is holding its 7th Annual Pumpkin Painting Party on Saturday, and 100% of proceeds from Saturday's sales will be donated to the families of Silver Rail. (Reported by Central Oregon Daily; date/time also listed in The Bend Buzz.)
Community-reported, please confirm details · Available through Oct 17, 2026
BottleDrop customers can support the Silver Rail Elementary PTO by contributing online from their Green Bag/BottleDrop accounts or by donating containers in person at BottleDrop Redemption Centers. (Reported by Central Oregon Daily.)
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Community members who wish to help can support response and recovery efforts through the Oregon Community Foundation's Rapid Response Fund. Per the City of Bend, donations will help provide timely assistance to students, families, educators and others impacted by the Silver Rail tragedy, while supporting emerging community needs in the days and weeks ahead. OCF says it is coordinating with other Oregon funders and its local partners in Bend. (Listed on the City of Bend Community Support Resources page; also reported by Central Oregon Daily.)
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Household expenses for the family of Rhoam Summer, 5, so they can grieve without money worries. Organized by family friends Sophia Sanders, Adriana Aquarius and Lillian Jolly. Listed on GoFundMe's verified Bend relief hub. Not tax-deductible.
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Hospital bills, lodging, travel, lost wages and household upkeep while the family of Saylor, 7, stays with her during treatment in Portland. Organizer Trisa Lovejoy; beneficiary Danielle Graham (Saylor's mother). A second fund for the same family also exists: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-family-of-injured-silver-rail-child — donors only need to pick one. Not yet on GoFundMe's verified hub. Not tax-deductible.
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Supports the PTO's regular programs for Silver Rail students and staff (not earmarked for recovery). Checks payable to "Silver Rail PTO" can be mailed to 61530 SE Stone Creek Lane, Bend, OR 97702. The school is closed until further notice — please don't drop items at the office. 501(c)(3), EIN 88-2607195; tax-deductible.
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Trauma therapy, lost income and living costs for Kaylub Giamanco, his wife Kelsey and their two daughters. Organizer Amy Reynolds (family friend); beneficiary Kelsey Giamanco. The family has asked for privacy and hasn't publicly endorsed the fundraiser. Not yet on GoFundMe's verified hub. Not tax-deductible.
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Meals (and cash donations) for Rhoam Summer's family, cooking for 2 adults. Organized by Sophia Sanders. Dinner dates were fully booked as of Oct 16 — check open dates on the page first. Not tax-deductible.
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Availability may change. Please confirm details directly with each organization.