A fundraiser was held at the Wangaratta West Primary School on Sunday for Ora Holt and Greg Floyd’s four children.

They were left orphaned when Mr Floyd shot his wife in a neighbour’s home on Belle Avenue, Wangaratta, on Anzac Day, before turning the gun on himself.

Emma Allan manages the NurtureOne childcare centre in the city and has cared for all four children.

She was also friends with the late mother and wife and organised the event to help the children, who are staying with Ms Holt’s parents.

“They’ve got a really loving family,” she said.

“I think that’s what’s going to help them through.

“The support of the friends in Ora’s mother’s group is helping as well.”

Ms Allan still cares for the youngest child, Koda, at the childcare centre. 

The event, called the Floyd Family Fair, featured an auction and activities for kids, including a petting zoo and face painting.

Ms Allan said she had hoped to raise between $5000 and $10,000 dollars, with businesses donating their time and money in support.

“I think everyone’s just rallying together to support them,” she said.

“They’re keeping as best as they possibly can at this point in time.

“I wanted to raise money for them, but also give people a fun day.

“After everything that’s happened, I wanted people to enjoy themselves and have fun.”

Ms Allan said she had been left incredibly saddened by Ms Holt’s death like many in the city. 

“I’ve known the family for eight years,” he said. 

“I was quite devastated with Ora’s family not only coming through the centre, but her being my friend too.” 

Two online fundraisers have generated close to $48,000 to support the children.

Celebrities including Billy Brownless and television presenter Tony Jones will also take part in the 4 Kids Future fundraiser at the Wangaratta Performing Arts Centre next weekend.

The event will be held on Sunday, with tickets available online. 

Ms Allan said there had been good support for her event. 

“We’ve had so many donations,” she said.