The Catholic Foundation for the Diocese of Tucson took a stand against racism in light of the recent deaths of African American men and women.

“We pray for and stand with our Black Community, and all of humanity, as we are profoundly affected by the realities of racism,” the foundation said on its website. “The Catholic Foundation for the Diocese of Tucson is committed to ensuring a culture where empathy, inclusion, equity, compassion, and respect are the North Star. We are all a part of the solution. It is our duty to identify, address, and eradicate racism whenever it rears its ugly head.”

The nonprofit said it was praying for the loved ones of George Floyd, Dion Johnson, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor and many others who died as a result of racism.

“As Catholics, we answer the call to live a virtuous life, rooted in prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance,” the foundation said on its website.