Our hearts go out to friends, family, customers, colleagues, and all those who have been impacted by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles.??
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Our friends at the The California Geotechnical Engineering Association have put together?few ways to support local efforts for the affected residents in Los Angeles:
On Site Collections
1) Los Angeles Regional Food Bank?-?FIND A FOOD PANTRY: https://lnkd.in/gM-b53VA?to help feed those who are displaced OR donate to their?wildfire relief fund: https://lnkd.in/g6K9X-e6
2) Sandals Church Azusa?- Collecting essentials on site at 630 E 5th St,
Azusa, CA 91702: Diapers, wipes, formula, non-perishable foods, new or gently
used clothing, blankets, toys, pet supplies and all types of toiletries including toothbrushes, toothpaste, body wash, shampoos, feminine hygiene products etc.
3) Pasadena Humane?(for animals) - Assisting boarding animals of evacuated
families –?DONATE: https://lnkd.in/eZzuwG-m?or
drop off items in need, including food/water bowls, extra-large crates and
blankets. Donation bin in the front parking lot at 361 S. Raymond Ave, Pasadena
91105.
Online Donations
1) The Salvation Army | Southern California Division?- providing food, personal necessities and shelter to survivors and first responders.?DONATE - DIRECT TO SO CAL RELIEF EFFORTS: https://lnkd.in/gyxBGb-d
2) Convoy of Hope?- Delivering water, food, and essential items?DONATE: https://convoyofhope.org/
3) Community Organized Relief Effort (CORE)?- Emergency supply bags and other PPE?DONATE: https://lnkd.in/gPWipJQS
4) California Fire Foundation?- Relief is focused on assistance to families of fallen firefighters as well as their communities?DONATE: https://lnkd.in/exAVJKi
5) California Community Foundation -?Wildfire Recovery Fund?distributes grants with a need-based focus. DONATE: https://lnkd.in/gPY-uGU3
6) United Way of Greater Los Angeles?-?Wildfire Response Fund?supports low-income individuals whose livelihood has been disrupted, especially people experiencing homelessness and disruptions to community organizations and small businesses. DONATE: https://lnkd.in/g4iAhgGi
7) The American Red Cross?- Shelter, food, transportation and emotional support?DONATE: https://lnkd.in/guV33BD
8) Baby2Baby?- Provides diapers, food, formula, hygiene products, etc.?for families.?DONATE: https://lnkd.in/ghWJX4VC
Southern California is still facing critical fire weather through tomorrow. Authorities are encouraging residents to stay prepared.?For fire prevention tips and emergency planning visit ReadyForWildFire.org: https://lnkd.in/gYNq3u9D
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