Help Support Erich and Adam’s Post-Fire Recovery

It is with heavy hearts and deep sorrow that we are reaching out to our community —and all those beyond who are looking to support—for help in beginning our path to recovery from the devastating Eaton Fire in Altadena.

Erich and Adam, along with their two rescue dogs Frida and Phoebe, lived for nearly two years in a backyard apartment house in the beautiful, vibrant community of Altadena. They were drawn to the area for its deeply rich cultural and political history—including serving as home to one of the largest historically Black communities in Los Angeles—as well as its stunning natural beauty and abundant outdoor resources. Sadly, after evacuating early out of fear for their safety, Adam and Erich lost their home and a lifetime’s worth of belongings.

Adam is an environmental justice attorney at the environmental nonprofit Earthjustice who works in direct partnership with frontline communities throughout Los Angeles—that are systematically burdened by environmental racism and toxic industrial pollution—to hold polluters accountable and fight for communities that are safe, healthy, and accessible to all. He is a queer domestic violence survivor and lifelong LGBTQ advocate who has dedicated his career to supporting the struggles of trans and queer communities of color.

Erich is a queer, Indigenous chef and hospitality professional who has spent the last six years working throughout the Los Angeles food scene. Originally from Northern Colorado, he moved to California to pursue his dream of working in the city’s vibrant restaurant industry. He served as a frontline worker throughout the entirety of the Covid-19 pandemic, working tirelessly to feed and care for communities across the city. He is a passionate creative who consistently uplifts the importance of sustainable agricultural practices and food sovereignty in his work.

We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for anything you can do to support us as we continue navigating the long and difficult healing process. We are grateful to all those who have already shown us tremendous love, care, and empathy in this deeply challenging time. We believe in the radical possibilities of collective resilience, restorative justice, and climate regeneration. We look forward to a day when Altadena can once again serve as home to the countless families who have been tragically displaced.