We stand with our Southern California colleagues and friends impacted by the ongoing wildfires and express our gratitude to first responders braving dangerous circumstances to keep residents and communities safe.
The devastation caused by the fires spreading across LA underscores the importance of continuing to acknowledge that climate change is real, investing in public health and climate emergency infrastructure is necessary, and pushing back against short-sighted development efforts that contribute to greenhouse gas production. Public, philanthropic, and private sectors have a responsibility to remain engaged, connected, and responsive to this crisis to ensure that everyone – especially those who are most vulnerable – receives the assistance they need.
Here are some ways you can support local organizations and those impacted:
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- Contribute to the California Community Foundation’s Wildfire Recovery Fund.
- Contribute to the Latino Community Foundation’s Wildfire Relief Fund.
- Philanthropy California and SoCal Grantmakers’ list of response funds.
- Support The Sidewalk Project LA’s call for supplies and volunteers.
- Share this form with those seeking evacuation transportation: LA Fire Evacuation Rides.
- LA County’s disaster emergency webpage for more resources and ways to help.
- Share 211LA and Airbnb’s temporary housing resources.
- Contribute to or share Mutual Aid LA Network’s resources.
Reshare posts from organizations providing updates and resources, such as: