Support Trudi Sandmeier After Palisades Fire

Help Support Trudi Sandmeier After the Palisades Fire

On Wednesday, January 8th, Trudi Sandmeier and her family suffered an unimaginable loss when their historic 1933 home was destroyed in the Palisades Fire. This house, nearly a century old, was not just a building—it was a living piece of history built by her grandparents, and a sanctuary for memories passed down through generations.

For 24 years, Trudi lived in the Iliff Street house, hosting family gatherings, student events, and celebrations. She described it as her ancestral home and it was a touchstone for her work in heritage conservation. Losing it so suddenly has left her heartbroken and in a difficult situation.

Trudi is the type of person who would never ask for help. She always puts others first, never wanting to burden anyone with her own struggles. But now, in the wake of this devastating loss, she needs our support more than ever. This GoFundMe is an opportunity for those who care about Trudi to show her she’s not alone.

The loss of her home is not just the loss of a physical space but of a family history and a foundation that has defined so much of who she is. As she faces the immense emotional and financial challenges of recovery, your support will help contribute to the long road ahead.

How Your Support Will Help:

Unexpected Expenses: Expenses during times like this can be challenging and hard to predict.

Emotional Healing: Offering support as Trudi copes with the trauma of losing a home filled with memories and legacy.

No donation is too small, and every act of kindness will help Trudi take the next steps toward rebuilding her life. Your generosity will ease the burden she now faces and show her that she is supported by a community that cares.

Thank you for being part of Trudi’s journey and reminding her that even when she’s reluctant to lean on others, she’s never alone.

With gratitude,

Trudi's friends