<div><strong>We are currently supporting relief and recovery efforts related to the wildfires burning in L.A. County by sending emergency relief grants of $1,000 each to individuals who have lost homes, loved ones and property due to the Palisades, Eaton and Hurst fires. </strong>
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<div><a href="https://support.gofundme.com/hc/en-us/articles/32804969045915-Organizing-a-fundraiser-for-the-California-Wildfires" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Learn more about organizing a fundraiser and grant</a>s for LA Wildfire Relief. <strong>There is no application process</strong> for these grants. So that our team can identify eligible fundraisers, we recommend that people ensure their fundraiser story is as complete as possible, clearly stating their impact from the fires and how donations will be used. Once a fundraiser connected to the LA County wildfires has set up withdrawals and begins fundraising, we will review it for a verification and a grant.
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Wildfire Relief Fund 2025

<div>Hi, I grew up with Charlie and the Hawes family. They are some of the best humans I know.
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<div>Charlie has dedicated his career to keeping his community safe as a Pasadena firefighter for the past 7 years.
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<div>Charlie has been tirelessly fighting the Eaton Fire since Tuesday. Sadly, the fire burned down his family home on Wednesday and they lost everything they own. Charlie is the single parent of a 2 year old boy named Liam.
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<div>It's time for us to step up for Charlie and his family the same way he always shows up for his community.
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<div>These funds will go directly to Charlie and Liam to support them in any unmet needs not covered by other disaster relief aid. We thank you so very much for any help you can lend.
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LA Firefighter and Single Dad to Toddler Needs Our Help

<div>I'm helping to raise funds to be distributed to organizations affected by the LA fires, as well as for supplies needed by organizations while I'm here in LA. Please consider donating if you can!

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<div>My name is Ryan Abourisk, and I am Eric’s grandson. I live in Los Angeles near by and have been spending as much time as possible to support him during this tragic time.  On the heels of his 93rd birthday, my grandfather’s life was turned upside down by the Pacific Palisades wildfires. The home he bought in 1963 with his late wife, Rose—who passed away in 2022—was completely destroyed. All that he built with her, every memory, every cherished item, has been reduced to ashes.

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<div>In the chaos of the evacuation, Eric was given just a few hours to leave his home, with only a small suitcase of clothes—no photos, no important documents, no personal keepsakes. The memories they created together have been lost, and he is now left trying to rebuild not just his life, but his sense of home.

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<div>Eric has always been strong, but at 93 years old, this tragedy has been incredibly hard to bear. He never imagined that a simple evacuation would turn into a total loss. His need for support is urgent as he tries to figure out the next steps, and we are reaching out to you, his community, for help.

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<div>We are grateful for any contribution, no matter the size. Your generosity will help Eric get back on his feet and start rebuilding his life after this unimaginable loss. We will use the funds to find a new place for him to stay, purchase new clothes, food, cover food and medical bills among many other things while he figures out what his plan is moving forward. He is strong as an ox and has plenty of life left to live and this will help to reduce as much stress on him as possible to try and ensure he can make it physically and mentally through this trying time. 

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<div>Thank you for your love, support, and kindness during this difficult time.

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Help Eric Rebuild After Palisades Wildfire Loss at 93

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Melissa Blum

Top causes I support

Los Angeles Wild Fires

Wildfire Relief Fund 2025

LA Firefighter and Single Dad to Toddler Needs Our Help

LA Wildfires: Help Animal Organizations

Help Eric Rebuild After Palisades Wildfire Loss at 93

Melissa Blum

Top causes I support

Los Angeles Wild Fires

Wildfire Relief Fund 2025

LA Firefighter and Single Dad to Toddler Needs Our Help

LA Wildfires: Help Animal Organizations

Help Eric Rebuild After Palisades Wildfire Loss at 93

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