Shelter Box Response to California Fires
The devastating Los Angeles wildfires—Palisades, Eaton, Hurst, and Lidia—have become the most destructive in the city’s history. Over 180,000 people have been displaced, and thousands of homes have been destroyed.
At the Pasadena Convention Center, now serving as an Emergency Evacuation Shelter for more than 1,000 evacuees, many families face extraordinary challenges. Most have lost everything, and many come from low-income communities with nowhere else to turn. In a gesture of solidarity, ShelterBox USA has provided our high-thermal blankets, LuminAID solar lights, and personal bags to support these families in their time of need. These items have been urgently requested by the local shelter to provide comfort and safety for people needing assistance.
ShelterBox USA has been coordinating today’s distributions with our partner, Rotary in District 5280 and its District Governor in the heart of Los Angeles, Albert Hernandez. As Albert explained:
"A lot of our members have lost their homes in the last three days...I'm here with ShelterBox USA dropping off some essential items that this evacuation center has requested...in partnership we are trying to give people a sense of normalcy and hope."
ShelterBox USA will continue to monitor the emergency and remains in close communication with Rotary leadership from Districts 5280, 5300, and local shelters to monitor needs and understand additional ways to assist.
ShelterBox USA remains committed to standing with families impacted by this crisis and will keep you updated as the situation develops. Your continued support makes it possible for Shelter Box to offer comfort and solidarity when it is needed most.
Do you want a Shelter Box presence at a club event or do you need a presentation to your club? Contact D7430 Ambassador Bill Tuszynski at bill.tuszynski@gmail.com or 267-374-1631 to put us on your calendar. Contact Bill if you are interested in getting more involved with Shelter Box, either as a co-Ambassador or Club Champion.
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