37,000 acres of the Los Angeles area have been devastated by by the most destructive wildfires in the area’s history.
Circa 12,000 structures have been burned to the ground.
Over 150,000 residents have been disenfranchised, and 24 people, if not more, have passed away.
For those interested in helping, the following organizations have been verified and approved for donations:
California Community Foundation
L.A. Fire Department Foundation
Ventura County Community Foundation
American Red Cross of Greater Los Angeles
Center for Disaster Philanthropy
Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
You can also use Charity Navigator and GuideStar to vet charities. Guidelines on how to vet charities have been provided by the Federal Trade Commission.
Shelters have identified personal protective equipment, hygiene supplies, bedding, and other non-food items as most necessary right now.
California’s infamous Santa Ana winds are continuing to fuel the fires, and firefighters continue to battle against them. Nine other states, as well as Mexico, have involved themselves with firefighters. Even Ukraine has sent in aid.
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