As devastating fires ravage the Los Angeles region, we are closely monitoring the impact on our school and community partners as well as our supporters. Our hearts are heavy as we witness incredible loss.
Of utmost concern is the immediate and prolonged impact this disaster will have on kids, families and the greater community. Families are facing the loss of their homes and evacuations, alongside lost jobs and incomes. At the same time, destruction to school buildings, air quality and power outages has led to school closures - which means the loss of school meals. The result is a situation where many kids and families are facing hunger.
We are grateful for the heroic work of our local partners who have jumped into action to meet the needs of our community. Los Angeles and Pasadena Unified School Districts are operating meal pick-up sites, where students can pick up breakfast and lunch while schools are closed. Members of the culinary community, alongside local organizations and volunteers, are coming together to provide meals for those in affected communities.
No Kid Hungry provided emergency grants to two local organizations actively responding to the crisis. The first grant went to the National Day Labor Organizing Network’s (NDLON) Volunteer Emergency Fire Relief Brigade, which is assisting immigrant families in the Altadena/Pasadena area who have lost their homes and/or jobs by providing essential aid. The second grant was given to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, which is distributing food to local pantries and emergency shelters to support those in need.
For our friends and families across Southern California affected by the fires, we encourage you to stay informed through trusted sources and remain vigilant.
- County of Los Angeles for latest emergency updates and alerts
- CA Department of Forestry and Fire Protection to monitor wildfire activity.
- National Weather Service for updated weather conditions.
- Download Watch Duty. Watch Duty is an app that tracks wildfires and disaster information like notifications on fire perimeters, evacuation zones, and air quality in real-time.
- Build your emergency kit with this disaster checklist from Ready.gov
