Support After The Eaton Canyon Fire

Helping Rebuild Lives After the Eaton Canyon Fire

Hi, my name is Henry B. Dotson III, and my wife Vanessa Foster-Dotson and I live in northeast Pasadena, CA. On January 7, 2025, the Eaton Canyon fire swept through our neighborhood and the surrounding areas, leaving behind a trail of destruction and heartbreak.

We were incredibly blessed—our home was spared. But many of our neighbors and friends in nearby Altadena weren’t so fortunate. Homes where families created lifelong memories were reduced to ashes in a matter of hours. The generational wealth of many families was consumed by the flames. Entire neighborhoods were uprooted, and lives were changed forever. Below is a home that was across the street from us.

As we’ve started to process the devastation, we realized that we want to do more than just count our blessings. We want to take action—not just for ourselves, but for our community also.

While insurance and government aid will help cover some costs, it won’t be enough. Many of us will face expenses that fall through the cracks. And some of our neighbors are unable to navigate the complexities of insurance claims or relief programs, leaving them with little to no support.

That’s why we’re starting this GoFundMe. We’re raising funds for two purposes:

We want this to be about hope, resilience, and neighbors helping neighbors when they need it most. The scriptures tell us,

"And do not neglect to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased." — Hebrews 13:16

Your support, whether big or small, will make a meaningful difference. Together, we can help our community rise from the ashes and begin again. (Below is a house around the corner from us.)

Thank you for standing with us, for caring, and for being part of this journey. Please share this with others who might be able to help.

With gratitude,

Henry & Vanessa