$2.5 million is going to help support the people that are still impacted by the May 14 mass shooting that left 10 people dead in East Buffalo.

With the anniversary of the shooting nearly a month and a half away, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that the money will go to the Buffalo United Resiliency Center.

The BURC offers a number of services from counseling and therapy, to workshops and wellness programs, to those affected by the shooting. The money will go toward hiring more case managers and outreach specialists.

"The May 14 attack brought further harm to a community that has long struggled with economic disparities, inequitable access to basic services and entrenched racism," Hochul said in a statement. "New York State will not waiver in its support for the Jefferson Avenue neighborhood and its residents as it continues to heal from this tragedy. This additional funding allows us to expand services and programs to fellow New Yorkers who deserve to see our love and support turned into action."  

The Buffalo Urban League and Community Health Centers of Buffalo are also partnering to operate the BURC. Together, the organizations will work toward the BURC's steering committee's goal of developing and implementing new programs and services.