The reward for information related to the quadruple homicide in Troy has been raised from $5,000 to $10,000. The announcement was made during a session with grief counselors inside Troy Middle School Friday. More than 100 people were drawn to Troy Middle School for grief and crisis support services, including family of the 4 victims.

“That was their heart’s cry. We have to find out who did this,” said Pastor Charlie Muller of Victory Christian Church.

Muller says after hearing family members speak in front of a support group, he decided to double the reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction of whoever is responsible for their deaths.

“If it takes $10,000 to get the people who committed this heinous crime, then we’ve got to do it, and I was just moved today,” Muller said.

The gathering was organized by the Troy Boys and Girls Club and the Troy City School District. It comes three days after 36-year-old Shanta Myers, her two children -- 11-year-old Jeremiah Myers and 5-year-old Shanise Myers -- and her partner, 22-year-old Brandi Mells, were found dead in an apartment on Second Avenue.

“We need to create a memorial, but that memorial can’t be in stone. It can’t be a service. It has to be a living memorial, helping one another,” Muller said.

Representatives from the Troy Boys and Girls Club say it is critical for parents and children to get the support they need following a tragedy like this.

"This isn't just going to impact the club kids but the community at large,” said Hollyanne Buntich of the Boys and Girls Club. "Working in conjunction with the school district to make sure that everybody is getting the support that they need, not only parents learning how to talk to their children, but children learning that it is ok to express their grief."

"This is a tragedy, but it is important that parents reassure their kids that they are safe and that parents take good care of themselves so that they can be available for their kids,” said Lisa Good, a social worker.

Muller praised those who spoke Friday, including students, administrators, and grief counselors, for creating an atmosphere of support that he hopes will move someone with information to break their silence and come forward.

“They said 'we’re not just here today, we’re going to be here over the next week and month to come really bringing healing to friends and family,' ” said Muller.

Troy City School District Superintendent John Carmello says a crisis response team will also be available to students returning to school next week.

The Troy Boys and Girls Club also started a fundraiser to help cover funeral expenses for the victims. To donate, visit GoFundMe.com/peaceforthemyersfamily.