On August 31, Erin Piacenti, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, was killed in a random, senseless, and unprovoked attack in Times Square. She was just 32 years old.

Five months earlier, Erin and her husband, Frank, had welcomed their first child, Madison. Becoming a mother was Erin's lifelong ambition, and Madison gave her the greatest possible joy. August 31 was Erin's first day returning to work after her maternity leave.

Erin's life was defined not by the circumstances of her death, but instead by the way she lived. Erin was deeply devoted to her family and friends, exceptionally bright and accomplished, and was someone who brought warmth and energy to the people around her.

Erin graduated from the University of Pennsylvania, where she studied political science and sang in an a cappella group. She started her career as a buyer at Bloomingdale's. Erin later graduated from Fordham University School of Law magna cum laude, worked at Davis Polk for several years, and became a vice president at Bank of America.

Erin's career accomplishments, however, speak to only a small portion of who she was. To the people who knew and loved her, Erin was a thoughtful daughter and sister, a loyal friend, a devoted partner and companion in every aspect of Frank's life, and, most recently, an incredibly loving mother to Madison.

Erin and Frank celebrated their second wedding anniversary this summer, had just returned from a family road trip upon her passing, and were preparing to build a life together with their new daughter. That life changed incomprehensibly in an instant.

This fund has been established to support Madison and her future. It offers the many people who loved Erin, knew her, worked with her, or have simply been moved by her story a way to honor Erin by helping care for the daughter she loved more than anything.

Funds raised will be dedicated to supporting Madison as she grows up surrounded by the family, friends, stories, and memories that will allow her to know just how remarkable her mother was.

The outpouring of love and support for Erin, Frank, Madison, and the entire Piacenti and Guiltinan families has been extraordinary. Every contribution, message, and expression of support is deeply appreciated.

This fundraiser was organized by Frank's brother-in-law, Shray, in consultation with Frank and Erin's family. All funds raised will go directly to Frank to support Madison.