On November 20, a Grade 4/5 outdoor education class from Acwsalcta School in Nuxalk Territory (Bella Coola, BC) were attacked by a grizzly bear. Three students and a teacher sustained serious injuries. This was an unprecedented attack and occurred despite the group following standard safety protocols, and teachers fighting off the bear. Our community lives in good relationship with bears, and is shocked by this tragic incident. These funds will be used to support the families of those injured with medical and related expenses, as well as community healing if family needs are met.