courage, loss, struggles and the capacity to care. >> captain khan passed away in 2004. >> reporter: khizr khan's son humayun died in iraq during a suicide bombing. the khans spoke at the democratic convention last year denouncing then candidate trump for considering a travel ban. the republican nominee fired back in various tweets. the khans now travel the globe spreading their message of acceptance. khizr khan tried to stay neutral when asked about syria, refugees, and the recent missile attacks. >> united states always has been a humanitarian country, always have stood with those who are suffering. and we should remember our basic values. >> reporter: ghazala khan, who rarely speak publicly, had this to say about her fears as the situation in syria escalates. >> just try to love each other and you will be much better. war will never bring peace in this world. >> reporter: while the mission of tonight's event was to raise money to fight poverty in pakistan, community members worry about those in syria and about president trump's decisions. >> he's confusing. our borders are closed for syrians.