Organizations helping Los Angeles

Press Release

Eight Days of Hope

Eight Days of Hope (EDOH) is responding to the life-threatening wildfires in Los Angeles. Driven by 70-mph-plus winds into the populated area, over 180,000 residents had to evacuate from their homes beginning Tuesday. This devastating disaster has left behind tens of billions in damage across the city, and it has taken at least five lives. 

“Our hearts are broken for the extreme loss in Southern California. The devastation is beyond belief. Eight Days of Hope is committed to loving and serving those impacted by these fires in any way possible, working through the local church,” said Stephen Tybor III, EDOH president and CEO. 

In the coming days, Eight Days of Hope will be partnering alongside several churches in the Los Angeles region to provide essential supplies for those in great need. These churches will provide assistance with housing, transportation, food and other items. 

For the next few weeks, EDOH is accepting monetary donations to provide the above, much-needed resources for those ravaged by the fires. To support those impacted, consider making a donation today at www.eightdaysofhope.com/donation.

Except for a small staff, Eight Days of Hope is an all-volunteer organization. It serves all people regardless of race, gender, religion or ethnicity. Visit www.eightdaysofhope.com for more information, to provide financial support, or to volunteer. 

NFL family contributes $5 million to Los Angeles wildfire relief efforts

Contributions from the Los Angeles Chargers and Los Angeles Rams – as well as the teams they are playing this weekend, the Minnesota Vikings and Houston Texans – and NFL Foundation will support communities affected by the wildfires

The NFL family is providing $5 million to support communities affected by the wildfires in the greater Los Angeles region. Led by individual contributions from clubs and ownership groups from the Los Angeles Chargers, Los Angeles Rams, Minnesota Vikings, Houston Texans and NFL Foundation, these funds will deliver vital resources to local organizations supporting those affected by the wildfires.

“We are heartbroken over the devastating losses experienced by so many in the Los Angeles area, and inspired by the heroism of first responders and residents who have supported their neighbors,” NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said. “The NFL family is committed to working with the Los Angeles Chargers and Los Angeles Rams to support their local communities in their time of need.”

The Los Angeles Rams are supporting two organizations working around the clock to help keep the Los Angeles community safe during this tragic time: the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, benefitting both county and city fire departments, and American Red Cross. The Kroenke family – through the Kroenke Family Foundation and on behalf of its sports organizations and business entities – will donate $1 million benefitting the LAFD Foundation.

“On behalf of our family and the Los Angeles Rams, our thoughts are with everyone affected by the unfathomable fires and destruction,” the Kroenke family stated. “We are beyond grateful for the tireless efforts of our first responders who continue to protect our community, as well as individuals who continue to help our neighbors in need. We know there are both immediate and long-term needs, and our family and the Rams are committed to doing our part to support recovery efforts now and into the months and years ahead.”

The Los Angeles Chargers are furthering their targeted funding of American Red Cross relief efforts, the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, Team Rubicon, and several pet rescue organizations across the region sheltering animals displaced by the wildfires.

“The displays of heroism from first responders and residents alike in the face of these devastating wildfires has been remarkable,” said Chargers Owner and Chairman of the Board Dean Spanos. “Our hearts are with the tens of thousands of Angelenos who have been displaced, the firefighters of the LAFD and departments from around the state who have tirelessly fought to prevent loss of life and property, the police officers keeping us safe and informed, and all those among us who have stepped up to assist one another in this incredible time of need.”

In addition, on Saturday afternoon and Monday night, Los Angeles Chargers and Rams players, coaches and staff will wear custom, team-specific LAFD hats and shirts. These team-specific LAFD hats and shirts will be available for retail purchase, with proceeds from Chargers apparel supporting the LAFD Foundation, and proceeds from Rams apparel supporting the LAFD Foundation and American Red Cross. Game-worn jerseys and select game-used footballs from both Wild Card games will be auctioned off on NFL Auction with proceeds going to the support the American Red Cross.

Further, the 50% of the Rams 50/50 raffle from Monday’s game that benefits the Los Angeles Rams Foundation will be donated to the LAFD Foundation and American Red Cross.

The Minnesota Vikings and the Wilf family foundations are providing a matching $1 million contribution to support on-the-ground relief efforts in communities affected by the California wildfires. The Houston Texans are also donating $1 million to support relief efforts and first responders in the greater Los Angeles region.

The NFL Foundation, the league’s philanthropic arm, is complementing these club contributions with a matching $1 million donation to support relief efforts. The NFL is also partnering with the American Red Cross to support the organization’s efforts in providing shelter, food and supplies to people affected by the wildfires. Visit redcross.org/NFL to donate and support the organization’s lifesaving efforts.