StormBurger to Host Fundraiser for Long Beach Victim
A Long Beach burger restaurant will raise funds on October 23 for the family of a local hit-and-run victim.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Philanthropy
StormBurger will donate a portion of sales from its Cherry Avenue location on October 23, 2026, to support the family of Song Tate. Tate, 72, died after being struck by a driver who fled the scene on September 5.
Why it matters
The fundraiser serves to honor Tate for her long-standing history of providing food for members of the local community. It also highlights ongoing safety concerns following a series of fatal traffic incidents in the city.
The city recorded 22 pedestrian deaths in 2026, compared to 28 such deaths within 53 total fatal crashes throughout 2025. The fundraiser will take place at the StormBurger location at 5801 Cherry Avenue.
The players
Song Tate
A 72-year-old resident who was killed in a hit-and-run accident and remembered for her contributions to feeding others in the community.
StormBurger
A local restaurant business organizing a charitable sales event to support the family of the crash victim.
The details
The collision that claimed Tate's life occurred near Long Beach Boulevard and 23rd Street. While police have released an image of the suspected vehicle, the investigation remains open as the driver has not been apprehended.
Timeline
September 5, 2026: Song Tate was killed in a hit-and-run collision.
October 23, 2026: StormBurger hosts fundraiser from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Market Landscape
This community-led initiative reflects a broader trend of local businesses responding to the citys ongoing public safety crises. The response follows the patterns observed in the 2025 Long Beach fatal traffic crash data.
Residents can participate in the fundraiser by dining at the Cherry Avenue location between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. on October 23. This effort provides a direct way for customers to support the family of a local resident affected by a fatal traffic incident.
The takeaway
Supporting this fundraiser provides direct financial aid to the family of a local community member. It also draws attention to the critical importance of road safety following a challenging year for pedestrian transit.
Further reading
Learn more about local efforts by visiting the Long Beach Philanthropy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Long Beach Post.
