Standing Strong: Supporting our Community Through the Southern California Wildfires
To our MAKERS community: We stand with you and we are here to support your resilience and journey toward recovery.
Dear Los Angeles,
We see you and will continue to show up for you however we can. Our commitment to this city runs deep, and we believe in its strength and ability to rise again. Thank you to all the courageous first responders working around the clock.
Over the years, you’ve become like home, a place of creativity, inspiration, and connection. Words cannot undo the devastation many of you are experiencing. We see your strength, your resilience, and the incredible love you are pouring into one another. We’ve gathered a list of trusted resources that can provide support for those affected.
Love,
Team MAKERS
To all MAKERS, wherever you are: now is the time to come together. You are the change-makers, the ones who show up when the world needs you most. No action is too small, and every effort helps.
California Teachers Association is mobilizing for educators directly impacted across the region. Donation information and resources are available at cta.org.
Altadena Girls Fire Recovery is a direct response organization that collects beauty, hygiene products, and other items for teenage girls affected by the fires in Altadena/Pasadena. Follow them on social @AltadenaGirls or email them at altadenagirls@gmail.com.
The Female Quotient is partnering with Sleepy Planet Parenting to raise funds and essential items for affected families. Check out their Linktree for more information: linktr.ee/femalequotient
Resources for evacuees
Los Angeles Regional Food Bank: food distributions
Los Angeles Public Libraries: free N95 Masks and other assistance
Local YMCAs: childcare and community support
American Red Cross - California Wildfires: Providing food and shelter to evacuees.
World Central Kitchen: Supporting first responders and families impacted by wildfires in the Los Angeles area.
California Fire Foundation: Providing immediate and long-term relief to communities, firefighters, and survivors of wildfires.
Wildfire Relief Fund by California Community Foundation: Supports intermediate and long-term recovery efforts for major California wildfires, as well as preparedness efforts.
Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation: Supports the LAFD in protecting life, property, and the environment by providing essential equipment, training, and public outreach programs to supplement city resources.
Pasadena Humane Society is supporting animals affected by the wildfires.
