Following the heartbreaking acts of violence at the Islamic Center of San Diego, our entire city continues to mourn the three heroic San Diegans we lost: security guard Amin Abdullah, and community members Mansour Kaziha and Nadir Awad. 

Flags at City facilities were lowered to half-staff to honor their memory, and our hearts remain entirely with the victims, their families, and our Muslim community. 

Healing from this tragedy will take time, and Mayor Todd Gloria and the City are committed to ensuring that victims, families, and affected community members can access the support they need, while also taking action by building understanding, confronting ignorance, and strengthening community through education, dialogue, and partnership. Free, confidential resources are available to help navigate trauma, counseling, and recovery. 

We encourage all San Diegans to check in on neighbors, support local communities, and continue showing compassion, unity, and care for one another that define our city during difficult moments. 

OFFICIAL COMMUNITY UPDATES AND INFORMATION 

The City is providing updates, press briefings and other information on its website on the Islamic Center Shooting Information webpage.  

• Community members seeking official updates about prayer services, campus access, vigils, counseling support, and recovery efforts can visit the Islamic Center of San Diego website directly for the latest information and guidance. 
   

• KPBS has also compiled an updated community resource page with information about vigils, support efforts, donation opportunities, counseling resources, and ways San Diegans can help impacted families. 

DONATION AND FAMILY SUPPORT FUNDS 

For community members looking for verified ways to provide direct financial assistance to the affected families to cover funeral costs, household needs, and long-term stability, several official funds have been established. 

Official Islamic Center of San Diego Victim and Family Support Fund: Organized directly by the Islamic Center of San Diego to provide immediate recovery support for those affected on the masjid campus. 
 

• CAIR-San Diego and Islamic Center of San Diego Joint Fundraiser: A collaborative effort covering immediate household needs, trauma counseling, and children's education for the families of the victims. 

SUPPORT FOR HOUSES OF WORSHIP AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

The San Diego Police Department (SDPD) has increased patrols around houses of worship following the shooting. Faith organizations and community groups seeking guidance related to safety planning, threat reporting, or security coordination can contact SDPD community relations officers or the FBI San Diego field office for assistance and support resources.  

VICTIM ADVOCACY AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE 

Local, county and state programs provide essential financial support and legal guidance to victims of violent crime and their families. These services are completely free and are available to all residents regardless of legal citizenship or immigration status. 

San Diego Family Justice Center: The San Diego Family Justice Center provides free services for people experiencing the effects of gun violence. Call 619-533-6000. 

• San Diego County District Attorney Victim Assistance Program: Call 619-531-4041. Specially trained victim advocates offer crisis intervention, emergency assistance for food or housing, resource referrals, and guidance through the legal system. 
   

• California Victim Compensation Board (CalVCB): Visit victims.ca.gov or call 800-777-9229. Direct victims and family members can apply for financial reimbursement to cover eligible crime-related out-of-pocket expenses, including mental health counseling, medical treatments, and funeral costs. 

FAITH AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT 

Local mosques, interfaith organizations, and community groups across San Diego are offering prayer services, grief support, meals, accompaniment, and community healing spaces following the tragedy. Community members seeking spiritual care or faith-based counseling are encouraged to contact their local mosque, faith leader, or trusted community organization for support.

MENTAL HEALTH AND CRISIS COUNSELING 

Free and confidential mental health support is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to help anyone experiencing trauma, anxiety, or grief. 

San Diego County Access and Crisis Line: Call 888-724-7240. This service provides immediate crisis intervention, suicide prevention support, and mental health referrals from experienced counselors. 
 

• 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 from any phone to be connected with immediate, confidential behavioral health support. 
   

• 2-1-1 San Diego: Dial 211 to receive comprehensive referrals to local support groups, community services, and counseling programs tailored to your neighborhood. 
   

• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) San Diego: NAMI San Diego offers additional mental health education, grief support resources, peer support groups, and assistance navigating trauma-related care following acts of violence and community trauma. San Diegans can call the helpline at 619-543-1434. 

SUPPORT FOR COMMUNITY MEMBERS EXPERIENCING FEAR OR TRAUMA 

Acts of hate and violence can leave lasting emotional impacts far beyond those directly injured. Community members experiencing fear, anxiety, grief, hypervigilance, or concerns about safety are encouraged to seek support. Counseling, faith-based support, peer groups, and victim advocacy services are available regardless of immigration status, insurance coverage, or prior mental health history. 

Families with children or students impacted by the shooting may also seek support through school-based counseling services, local school districts, or pediatric trauma specialists. 
 
CAIR-San Diego can also assist individuals and families experiencing harassment, threats, discrimination, or fear connected to anti-Muslim hate or bias following the shooting. The organization provides civil rights support, advocacy services, and connections to additional community resources. 

HOW TO SHARE INFORMATION ABOUT THE SHOOTING OR REPORT A HATE CRIME 

FBI Tip Line for This Incident: Anyone with video, photos, or information related to the Islamic Center shooting can call 800‑CALL‑FBI (800-225-5324) or submit tips online here. 

• If you believe you or someone else has been targeted because of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or another protected characteristic, there are several ways to report a hate crime or hate incident in San Diego. Reporting helps ensure accountability, connects victims with support, and allows the City to track and respond to community needs. In an emergency or if you are in immediate danger, call 911. To report a non-emergency hate crime to the San Diego Police Department, call the non‑emergency line at 619-531‑2000 or 858-484‑3154. You may also provide information directly to any on‑duty police officer. Interpretation services are available. 
   

• The California Civil Rights Department received funding and authorization from the State Legislature to establish the non-emergency, CA vs. Hate Resource Line and Network to support individuals and communities targeted for hate. All are welcome to report hate incidents and hate crimes through this online portal. San Diegans can also call the CA vs. Hate Hotline at 833-8-NO-HATE (833-866-4283). If you want to report a hate crime to law enforcement immediately or if you are in present danger, please call 911.