The death of Tarpon Springs police officer Charlie Kondek is still pushing the community to honor his memory by giving back to his family.

“Everyone in Tarpon Springs knows each other,” said resident Angel Boylen. “For something like this to happen...it just doesn’t happen today.”

On Sunday, Boylen volunteered to sell food donated by local restaurants to raise funds for the Kondek family.

For Dave Cribbin, the owner of Rolling Thunder Cigars, being a father is what pushed him to bring his table.

“I have three daughters and I can’t imagine what this poor man’s wife is going through,” said Cribbin.

The fundraiser was put together by the founder of the 50 Legs organization, Steve Chamberland, who typically helps amputees get care and prosthetics.

“His life was taken forever you know what I mean, a limb you can walk again,” Chamberland said. “We got to give back to him as much as we can and as much money as we can.”

Giving back by the community is something that seems to be contagious in Tarpon Springs.  A car show was also held as another way for the community to support the family during their tough time.

“Unfortunately, it takes something like this for people to appreciate what they do even more,” said Donna Fehrman.

To help the Kondek family, a fund has been set up at Wells Fargo Bank.

If you're interested in organizing a fundraiser, you can contact the Tarpon Springs Police Department and ask for the crime prevention officer.