Our thoughts and prayers are with all whose lives have been impacted by the Los Angeles fires. 

Now is the time for PADI’s global community to come together to support those who have had their neighborhoods devastated, homes lost, lives disrupted, and entire ecosystems threatened. 

Below are a range of ways you can help support those affected by these fires.  

1. American Red Cross Los Angeles Chapter 

The American Red Cross plays a critical role in disaster relief, offering shelter, food, transportation and emergency supplies to evacuees. They also provide emotional support to those affected by the fires. Your donation helps ensure that vital services are available to those in need. 

2. California Fire Foundation 

The California Fire Foundation provides essential financial support to both wildfire victims and the families of fallen firefighters. They fund recovery efforts, assist with mental health services, and offer direct aid to those most affected by the fires. 

3. Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) Foundation 

The LAFD Foundation supports firefighters and first responders who risk their lives to combat these blazes. Your donations help provide critical tools and resources, such as life-saving equipment, training programs, and wildfire safety initiatives.  

4. Direct Relief

Direct Relief is an organization focused on delivering medical aid to communities in crisis. They provide essential medical supplies to both the affected population and first responders on the ground. Donations will help them continue to support wildfire relief efforts with critical healthcare resources. 

5. GlobalGiving – California Wildfire Relief Fund 

GlobalGiving has set up a dedicated wildfire relief fund to support local nonprofits and on-the-ground recovery initiatives in California. Your donation helps fund evacuation services, emergency relief efforts, and long-term recovery and rebuilding. 

6. United Way of Greater Los Angeles 

Donate to United Way’s Wildfire Relief Fund to support longer-term assistance for low-income individuals whose livelihood have been disrupted, people experiencing homelessness and disruptions to community organizations and small businesses.

7. California Fire Foundation 

Donations provide emotional and financial assistance to fallen firefighters, their families, and the communities they protect. 

8. Pasadena Humane 

Evacuated families need help with pets. Donations of food and water bowls, blankets, animal crates and more are helpful.  

When natural disasters like the LA wildfires strike, it’s important for us to continue to come together as a community to help rebuild what has been lost. Every bit of support—from financial donations to volunteering your time—makes a significant difference in the lives of those affected.  

Please always do your due diligence to verify an organization before placing a donation. The Better Business Bureau database can be a helpful tool. 

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