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On September 1st, the Bahari Kashani family’s world was shattered in the most unimaginable way. A perpetrator deliberately set fire to their home with their entire family inside. In an instant, a senseless act of violence stole the life of our beloved Helya Bahari Kashani, a radiant 24-year-old known for her warmth, kindness, selflessness, compassion, and light.
Helya was more than a daughter, sister, aunt, partner, and friend; she was the kind of soul who made everyone feel seen, safe, and loved. She had recently graduated from UCLA, full of dreams to become a doctor and dedicate her life to healing others. Though her path was cut short, her final act reflected exactly who she was: selfless, giving, and extraordinary.
Even in passing, Helya continued to save lives. She gave her heart to a little girl who now has a second chance at childhood, and her liver, pancreas, and kidneys to patients clinging to hope. Through her ocular, bone, and skin donations, Helya will go on to heal and transform the lives of up to 75 more people over the next five years. Her legacy is not only in the lives she touched while she was here, but also in the lives she continues to protect, nurture, and uplift.
But the devastation did not end with Helya. Her mother, father, sister, and 11-year-old niece were all critically injured in the fire. And in a heartbreak too heavy to bear, her precious niece did not survive. The rest of the family is now facing long hospital stays, physical recovery, emotional trauma, and the knowledge that the person responsible is still at large.
In order to help support this family, we need your help to take the burden of finances out of their decision-making to achieve the most basic level of justice that everyone deserves.
Your gifts will go towards:
- Protecting and supporting the surviving family members, who are still recovering from critical injuries.
- Securing top-tier legal representation to ensure that justice is served and the person who did this is held accountable.
- Helping rebuild their lives after losing their home and loved ones.
Helya gave the ultimate gifts of love and life. Now, it is our turn to give back in her name to protect her family, help them heal, and ensure her legacy of compassion continues.
Any gift is greatly appreciated, and no amount is too little or too large. Even if you don’t have the means to donate, we humbly ask that you share this page so Helya’s story of love and light can reach as many hearts as possible. Every single act of generosity will make a difference.
Together, let us rise in solidarity for the Bahari Kashani family. Together, let us honor Helya’s memory with the same compassion and courage that defined her life.
With our deepest gratitude,
Her community of love
Organizer and beneficiary
Helyas Supporters
Organizer
Richmond Hill, ON
Golsa Bahari kashani
Beneficiary