A fundraiser has been set up after the sudden death of a 17-year-old Summerland Secondary School student.

Jack Campbell, who died May 1, was a member of the high school鈥檚 Rockets basketball team.

鈥淗is dedication to the game and ability to lift the spirits of his teammates made him an invaluable part of our team,鈥� said one of the school鈥檚 coaches.

Campbell is also described as a cheerful person who brightened the lives of those around him.

鈥淗e was a remarkable individual who positively influenced everyone he encountered,鈥� a statement on the GoFundMe fundraising page reads.

The fundraising campaign, with a goal of raising $30,000, had raised more than $20,000 as of noon on May 5.

In addition, a memorial service and tribute by the Summerland Rockets will be held in Campbell鈥檚 memory.

The fundraiser can be found online at .