ST. JOSEPH, Ill. (WCIA) — The victim of an accident is being remembered by helping others. The family of fallen State Trooper Corey S. Thompsen is raising money for a scholarship.

Thompsen died in a motorcycle accident this past October, now his loved ones and St. Joseph Middle School are putting together a volleyball fundraiser night. The goal of this event is giving back to Thompsen’s hometown.

The money will go to one graduating student from the school who is planning to study criminal justice. There are multiple ways to donate: They’ll have a silent auction, a 50/50 raffle, t-shirts and more.

The middle school volleyball coach said they’re doing this because Trooper Thompsen means a lot to the town.

“His mother is a teacher at our school, his grandmother is a retired teacher from our school and is still a Scholastic Bowl coach,” said Volleyball Coach Jill Lubinski. “So, they’re very much a part of our school family and near and dear to our hearts.”

She said the scholarship will be given to one student each year. Right now, they have a few businesses who have already donated around $1,000. The event is on Feb. 24 at the middle school and doors will open at 4:15pm.

Currently, organizers are still working out how students will be able to apply and how the winner will be picked. If you are interested in donating to the silent auction, call the middle school office at 217-469-2334.