The family members of a 3-year-old boy who fell into a gorilla pen at the Cincinnati Zoo, leading to workers shooting and killing Harambe the gorilla, have released a statement suggesting their supporters donate to the zoo.

We are also very appreciative for the expressions of concern and support that have been sent to us, the family said in a statement to ABC News . Some have offered money to the family, which we do not want and will not accept. If anyone wishes to make a gift, we recommend a donation to the Cincinnati Zoo in Harambes name.