How to help those impacted by Prague's mass shooting – or seek support if you are in need

As the public rallies together following Thursday’s tragic mass shooting, Charles University and other organizations have launched fundraising platforms to help victims’ families and those affected by the murders.

Charles University has set up its own Endowment Fund to which people can donate online. A total of CZK 13 million has been collected so far. The public can also pay directly to the Czech bank account (Česká spořitelna) 556677359/0800.

Another public collection is active on the Znesnáze21 portal. It has so far raised almost CZK 3 million. You can also support the Znesnáze21 collection by sending an SMS in the form of “DMS ZNESNAZE” and then inputting either “30”, “60”, “90”, or “190” (denoting donation amounts). to the phone number 87 777.

You can also pay support and respect to the victims at Charles University’s Karolinum building (outside the Rector’s Office) or near the Faculty of Arts by lighting a candle and laying flowers. 

The country will enter a day of pouring tomorrow, Dec. 23. The upper section of Wenceslas Square – often a meeting point during significant public occasions – will likely also see members of the public pay tribute.

Prague is also holding a special church ceremony for the victims of Thursday's shooting at St. Vitus Cathedral on Saturday at 11 a.m.

If you are in need of help, there are several resources and helplines available to you.