ICYMI: Shreveport, LA Efforts Continue/Hawaii Joins Support Initiative
The Uvalde Foundation for Kids Connects with Shreveport Police Chaplain Haley; Announces Funeral Details, Direct GoFundMe Link, and Extended October Fundraising Efforts for Sha’Michael Russell
UPDATE OCTOBER 9, 2026
Received From Shreveport Police Chaplain, Jessical Haley, Aunt Of Sha'Michael. The foundation continues it's ongoing support for this precious family:
Dear Youth Peace and Justice Foundation,
Thank you for your continued love, prayers, and support, as well as for everything that you do. Your dedication and contributions are deeply appreciated.
Best regards,
God's Kingdom Blessings
Chaplain/Apostle Jessical Haley
(Shreveport, LA, Police Chaplain)
SHREVEPORT, LA — October 6, 2026 — Following the tragic September 28 homicide of 13-year-old Sha’Michael Russell, The Uvalde Foundation for Kids (also operating as The Youth Peace & Justice Foundation) confirms it has successfully connected via telephone with Shreveport Police Department Chaplain Jessical Haley.
With full permission from the family, the Foundation is sharing official memorial service details, referring supporters to the family’s direct GoFundMe campaign, and confirming its commitment to continue national fundraising efforts on behalf of the family through October.
Official Memorial & Service Details
The community is invited to honor the life, courage, and memory of Sha’Michael Russell during the scheduled services:
Public Viewing:
Date & Time: Friday, October 9, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Shreveport Funeral Home & Cremation Tribute Center, 5307 Alex Lane, Shreveport, LA 71129
Funeral Service:
Date & Time: Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 1:00 PM
Location: Church of the Living God PGT, 1634 Alma Street, Shreveport, LA
Interment: Lincoln Memorial Park
Direct Family Support & GoFundMe
Members of the public wishing to offer direct financial assistance to the Russell family for memorial, funeral, and immediate crisis expenses are encouraged to support the family through the following official avenues:
Official Family GoFundMe: Donors are urged to contribute directly to the family's active GoFundMe fundraiser.
Barksdale Federal Credit Union:
Account Number: 3182007881
Account Name: Sha’Michael Russell
Direct Funeral Home Donations:
Direct contributions toward service costs can be made by calling Shreveport Funeral Home at (318) 683-4067.
Continued National Fundraising & Independent Reward Pool
In addition to directing supporters to the family’s direct donation channels, The Uvalde Foundation for Kids will continue its personal national fundraising efforts through the end of October to secure additional emergency support resources for the Russell family and the surviving victims.
The Foundation’s independent $5,000 Reward Pool also remains active for information delivered leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the shooting.
To submit tips: Contact the Shreveport Police Department, Shreveport-Caddo Crime Stoppers, or call the Foundation’s national crisis line at (254) 499-8027.
About The Uvalde Foundation for Kids
Established following the May 2022 tragedy at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, The Youth Peace & Justice Foundation / The Uvalde Foundation for Kids is a non-profit organization dedicated to youth advocacy, violence prevention, emergency family support, and community crisis response nationwide.
Youth Peace & Justice Foundation
(254) 499-8027
Charity ID 88-3268749
