Fundraiser Helping Children Of Slain East Bay Mother

CONCORD, CA — Three children need a home, counseling, and money for their futures after their mother’s fatal stabbing.

The children of lisha Iovenitti are 9, 9, and 10. Their mother died on Oct. 23. Their father was charged in her death.

Donors have contributed just over half of the $100,000 goal for Alisha Iovenitti’s children. Their grandmother, aunt, and their mother’s best friend are among the relatives and close friends caring for them.

Their parents’ savings are gone. A trustee will manage donations to cover counseling, medical care, housing, food, clothing, transportation, and a long-term education fund.

Neighbors previously described children riding bicycles and playing outside the family’s single-story home on Panoramic Drive, where their mother died.

Now, their caregivers are working to provide a stable home and familiar routines while protecting the activities and friendships their mother encouraged.

Alisha’s daughter loves art and rhythm and has a laugh that fills a room. One son loves baseball and football and brings a nurturing spirit to the family. Her other son plays soccer and baseball and keeps people laughing.

“Alisha filled their lives with sports, friends, and community,” the fundraiser organizer, Jennifer Curry, wrote. “We want to protect that for them.”

The campaign for the children will direct all donations, after payment processing fees, toward their care and future.