Help Sasha and Azmina After Palisades Fire

On Wednesday, January 8th, 2025, my dear friends Sasha and his mother, Azmina, lost their home in the devastating 2025 Palisades Fire. The fire spread with terrifying speed, catching even the most experienced locals off guard, and consuming everything in its path. Azmina, who had lived in the area for some 40 years, shared that in all her decades of fire evacuation warnings, she had never evacuated—until that awful day, when their beloved home was destroyed.

This wasn’t just a house—it was a sacred place for so many of us. Sasha and Azmina’s home was full of warmth, love, and memories, a place where everyone felt welcome and cared for. Anyone who was lucky enough to step through its doors holds it in a special place in their heart. It was a truly unique home from an extraordinary family.

Now, they’re facing the unimaginable task of starting over with nothing. This fundraiser will help them cover immediate needs like:

• Temporary Housing: Helping Sasha and Azmina find a safe place to stay while they rebuild;

• Clothing and Essentials: Replacing day-to-day items they lost in the fire;

• Food and Living Expenses: Covering basic necessities during this tough time;

while also addressing the long-term costs of rebuilding their lives. Insurance may provide some support, but it won’t come close to replacing what they’ve lost.

Sasha and Azmina have given so much to those around them, and now it’s our turn to show up for them. Please consider donating to help them get back on their feet. Every contribution—no matter how small—will make a difference. And if you can’t donate, please share this fundraiser to help spread the word.

Let’s honor the special home and family that meant so much to so many of us by helping them rebuild their lives. Your kindness and generosity will help Sasha and Azmina begin to heal from this profound loss.

Thank you for your love and support.