Golden Knights announce 'significant donation' after mass Vegas shooting
The Vegas Golden Knights are doing their part after the city was subjected to the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history on Sunday night.
The team has announced a "significant donation" in wake of the tragedy to help aid in relief efforts.
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The team stated "additional fundraising, events, in-arena recognition, player involvement, and awareness initiatives" which will be announced in the future.
The Golden Knights also tweeted Monday that their previously scheduled Fan Fest - set to take place Tuesday - has been cancelled.
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The shooting left 58 people dead and another 515 injured.
"All Vegas Golden Knights players and Vegas Golden Knights staff are accounted for and safe," the team stated. "However, we know that this is not the case for many other organizations in our city. Our hearts are with those affected and we will be doing what we can to support the victims, their families, and those grieving."
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