More than $55,000 was raised in the first day to help workers affected by a massive fire that destroyed four Main Street businesses on Monday.
The money raised through the Main Street Fire Employee Assistance Fund, which Salt Lake City launched on Tuesday, in the first 24 hours represents about 10% of the goal to raise at least $500,000, according to the Salt Lake City Downtown Alliance.
“The past 24 hours of donations are proof of the values we share as Salt Lakers — courage, action, and generosity,” said Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall. “We know that when tragedy strikes, community is always the answer. We are deeply grateful to everyone who has contributed so far, and to the Downtown Alliance for quickly mobilizing this fund to support our residents in need.”…