Wildfires have significantly impacted several communities across Los Angeles County, leaving behind a trail of destruction and displacing countless residents. During this challenging time, we stand in solidarity with those affected and encourage collective action to support relief efforts.
Below, we've compiled a list of a few-of many-organizations actively making an impact on the ground. These groups provide crucial assistance, from emergency relief to community rebuilding.
Please Consider Directly Supporting the Organizations Below:
- Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation (LAFD Foundation): Supporting the brave firefighters and first responders working tirelessly to protect lives and property.
- California Community Foundation Wildfire Relief Fund: Providing grants to support disaster recovery and long-term rebuilding efforts in wildfire-affected areas
- Pasadena Community Foundation: Dedicated to funding local recovery efforts and providing long-term support for affected communities.
- Boys & Girls Club of Malibu and Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena: Offering relief to local families, including emergency supplies, shelter, and services.
- California Fire Foundation: Offering emotional and financial assistance to families of fallen firefighters and supporting critical fire safety efforts.
- Malibu Foundation: Funds community recovery, disaster preparedness, and climate resilience efforts.
- Ben Carlson Foundation: Honoring the legacy of fallen lifeguard Ben Carlson by supporting local communities in times of need, including wildfire relief efforts to support lifeguards and first responders on the frontlines.
Volunteer & Safety Information: We've witnessed an incredible outpouring of interest from volunteers eager to help, however, for safety reasons, we urge the public to avoid entering wildfire-affected areas until conditions stabilize.
Instead, you can connect with environmental organizations like the Surfrider Foundation and share your contact information. When the time is right, these groups will reach out with opportunities to get involved in post-wildfire restoration and community support efforts.
Together, we can make a difference. Thank you for standing with us and the impacted communities during this critical time.
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