As firefighters struggle to contain the wildfires that have been raging through southern California since Jan. 7, families who have lost virtually everything are trying to figure out how to move forward.
One concerned mom began a grassroots network to connect moms in need with others who want to help. Since then thousands of moms have connected through Moms Helping Moms. "We match moms affected by the Los Angeles fires with moms across the country who send thoughtfully curated care packages filled with clothes, toys, books, and more — delivered straight to their doorsteps." Many moms from right here in Oregon have stepped up, if you can please reach out to them!
Other ways to help those who've lost everything and those on the front lines:
- California Community Foundation: Its Wildfire Recovery Fund supports both intermediate and long-term relief in underserved areas.
- California Fire Foundation: Provides support to families of firefighters.
- LA Fire Department Foundation: The LAFD Wildfire Emergency Fund provides current Los Angeles Fire Department workers with equipment and supplies.
- Pasadena Humane Society: Helps with pet evacuations in the Los Angeles area.
- Ventura County Community Foundation: Its Wildfire Relief & Recovery Fund provides immediate funding for those in most urgent need.
- American Red Cross of Greater Los Angeles: Provides shelter, food, water, health and mental health services for those who need to evacuate immediately.
- Center for Disaster Philanthropy: Its California Wildfires Recovery Fund helps communities rebuild after the fires.
- Direct Relief: Delivers medical aid to first responders battling the fires as well as displaced residents.
- World Central Kitchen: Distributes food and water to first responders and residents.