The Detectives Endowment Association probably has a 501(c)(3) set up to raise and disperse funding. I am part of an education foundation that issues scholarships to employees or the children of employees. As far as I know the funds are provided tax-free. Depending upon how funds are disseminated through the association, the higher US tax rates can probably be avoided especially if Officer Liu’s father isn’t working.
Thank you for your work. A few years ago an off duty Sheriff’s Deputy was ambushed by a couple of miscreants in Oklahoma City. There was an outpouring of support for his wife and children. I collaborated with the Sheriff to “protect and preserve” the donations for the family, not the hospitals. I created the 501(c)(3) to accept, and disburse such monies. Despite the urging of the Sheriff, I declined to serve on the Board - I felt, and still feel - that it should be administered by law enforcement officers. I still advise them pro bono. It can be done in any state/community.
Again, thank you for what you do.