Our hearts and prayers go out to those in the Los Angeles area whose lives have been
turned upside down by the devastating wildfires that have decimated several regions of
California.
We have had donors ask if the Mission of Hope will collect funds for those affected by
this tragedy. We are exploring options under which we would be comfortable collecting
and distributing funds. However, at this time, we have not identified anyone in the area who can be the point person for funds donated through the Mission. If this changes, we will let you all know.
We encourage those wanting to provide monetary assistance to do so and have included a list of organizations already providing assistance and aid.
Catholic Charities:
California Fire Foundation
The foundation is taking donations at cpf.salsalabs.org/cff-donation to provide aid and
resources for both fire crews and residents.
Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation
The Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation is the official nonprofit of the Los Angeles
City Fire Department. The organization supports over 3,000 local firefighters and
paramedics by providing equipment and tools to help them fight wildfires effectively.
Donations to the foundation can be made at supportlafd.org/donate/.
The Salvation Army
Donations are being accepted at socal.salvationarmy.org/southern-california/california-wildfires/ for wildfire relief efforts in Southern California. The Salvation Army has trained
staff that is mobilizing to provide food, water, shelter and other needed resources.
California Community Foundation
The California Community Foundation is accepting donations
at calfund.org/funds/wildfire-recovery-fund/ toward its Wildfire Recovery Fund to aid
those affected by the fires. The nonprofit has provided more than $32 million in relief to
victims of wildfire since 2003, according to the foundation’s website.
LA Dream Center
The Los Angeles-based community organization is serving as an evacuation center for
residents forced to leave their homes due to the fires. The Dream Center is accepting
credit- and debit card donations in any amount online at dreamcenter.org.
LA Food Bank-Food Assistance after Fires, Earthquakes, and other Disasters
The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank provides year-round food assistance to those
facing hunger and also acts as a first responder during natural disasters. They are
currently accepting online donations to support their efforts.
World Central Kitchen
World Central Kitchen’s Relief Team is in Southern California, providing water and
sandwiches to first responders and families. World Central Kitchen Chef Corps
members are on standby to make full meals to deliver when possible.
SupplyBank.org Disaster Relief Fund
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond and the California
Department of Education have joined forces with the nonprofit SupplyBank.org to gather
and distribute donations and emergency resources to school communities most affected
by the wildfires. Donations can be made directly through the nonprofit’s website.
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