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07-04-2025
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Bills drive union challenge of Hawaiian Electric
JAMM AQUINO / JAQUINO @ The Hawaii Carpenters Union has angered labor unions for waging a public campaign to get a separate 20-year agreement with Hawaiian Electric that would cut out the IBEW, which has the exclusive labor contract with Hawaiian Electric. HECO workers Gavin Rulloda, left, Kaeo Alana, middle, and Scott Uehara worked a HECO job site Friday in Hawaii Kai. JAMM AQUINO / JAQUINO @ The Hawaii Carpenters Union has angered labor unions for waging a public campaign to get a separate 20-year agreement with Hawaiian Electric that would cut out the IBEW, which has the exclusive labor contract with Hawaiian Electric. HECO workers Gavin Rulloda, left, Kaeo Alana, middle, and Scott Uehara worked a HECO job site Friday in Hawaii Kai. The powerful Hawaii Carpenters Union has launched a high-stakes campaign against Hawaiian Electric Co. over wildfire liability legislation that has driven a deeper wedge between Hawaii's trade unions, which publicly pride themselves on labor solidarity. Both Hawaiian Electric and the carpenters union argue that their positions for and against earlier versions of House Bill 982 would be best for Hawaii when it comes to recovering from future wildfires in the aftermath of the Aug. 8, 2023, Maui wildfires, which killed 102 people and all but obliterated Lahaina. The bill came back this legislative session after stalling in 2024. As originally introduced, HB 982 would have limited Hawaiian Electric's liability in future wildfires and has since been amended to merely create a working group 'to conduct a study concerning the creation of a Wildfire Recovery Fund.' The current version of Senate Bill 897, however, also would limit liability damages for Hawaiian Electric and allow it to recoup damages 'through an automatic rate adjustment or other mechanism.' But SB 897 also faces strong differences in the state Legislature. Don 't miss out on what 's happening ! Stay in touch with breaking news, as it happens, conveniently in your email inbox. It 's FREE ! Email 28141 Sign Up By clicking to sign up, you agree to Star-Advertiser 's and Google 's and. This form is protected by reCAPTCHA. The House on Friday sent SB 897 back to the Senate over 'disagreements ' over different versions of the bill, leaving its future uncertain in the remaining days of the legislative session. The Hawaii Carpenters Union two weeks ago launched a campaign against Hawaiian Electric to convince customers and legislators that limiting the utility company's costs for future wildfires will further drive up the cost of living in a state that already has seen rates rise 90 % from 2009 to 2014 compared with just 31 % on the mainland for the same period, according to the carpenters. Capping Hawaiian Electric's liability on future wildfires would place the burden of additional liability on its customers, who are already struggling to keep up with the high cost of living in Hawaii, carpenters union spokesperson Andrew Pereira told the Honolulu Star-Advertiser. Even journeyman union carpenters who earn a solid paycheck of $115, 000 annually, Pereira said, rank at only 80 % of what's known as area median income, a measure of individual economic wealth in a community. The union described the original draft of HB 982 as a 'bailout ' for the utility company that would be ultimately paid for by customers. 'We're raising the alarm because no one else is, ' Ronald Taketa, executive secretary-treasurer of the Hawaii Regional Council of Carpenters, said in a statement. 'Hawaii's working families should not be forced to pay the price for HECO's negligence and corporate excess. This fight is about fairness, accountability, and standing up for the people.' Hawaiian Electric spokesperson Jim Kelly, however, said limiting liability costs for the company would follow the trends of other states that are also trying to manage the threat of wildfires that have grown more frequent and powerful. Putting a cap on Hawaiian Electric's wildfire liability, Kelly said, would help ensure a Hawaii-based utility company continues to provide service for island customers. 'No one is going to be in the utility business anymore if the potential of unlimited liability is still a risk, ' he said. While legislators debate how to proceed, HB 982 has little to do with the carpenters' real goal, according to Leroy Chincio, business manager and financial secretary for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 1260, which has the exclusive labor agreement with Hawaiian Electric. The carpenters threatened to launch their publicity campaign against HB 982—and Hawaiian Electric—unless the company signed a 20-year project labor agreement exclusively with the carpenters union, cutting out the IBEW, Chincio said. He called the carpenters' campaign against limiting Hawaiian Electricity's financial liability 'blackmail.' 'They want an exclusive project labor agreement or else they would hold the bill as hostage, ' Chincio said. 'If the carpenters union got what they wanted, it would cut out all of the other unions, too. Wow. They want it all.' 'While we may not agree with everything Hawaiian Electric does, ' Chincio said, 'the health of the company affects our members, also. And this bill is best for ratepayers in the long run. It's good. They (Hawaii Carpenters Union ) wen' on one propaganda, making it about something else because they didn't get one PLA.' This session, as HB 982 moved through the Legislature, the Hawaii Carpenters Union, Hawaiian Electric and the IBEW agree that the carpenters leadership approached Hawaiian Electric with its proposal for a 20-year project labor agreement. Hawaiian Electric has no experience with so-called PLAs, uses IBEW for its unionized work and said it needed more time to consider the proposal while asking whether it was possible to limit a potential PLA to, say, five years, Kelly said. Taketa, instead, made it clear there was no room for negotiation, Kelly said. Taketa characterized the carpenters' proposal as a 'take-it-or-leave-it deal ' that would lead to a public campaign to generate public sentiment against HB 982—and Hawaiian Electric—if the company turned it down, Kelly said. Without a project labor agreement in place, and with HB 982 still alive, the carpenters then unveiled a website two weeks ago called According to the website, HB 982 would allow 'HECO to pass the financial fallout of wildfire damages onto ratepayers—even if HECO's own negligence contributed to the disaster. That means higher monthly bills for families already struggling with the cost of living.' The carpenters have staked out public, political positions of opposition in the past, notably challenging former Gov. Ben Cayetano during his 2012 campaign for Honolulu mayor in which Cayetano pledged to kill the city's rail project if elected. Cayetano lost to Kirk Caldwell, a rail supporter, and later filed a defamation suit against Pacific Resource Partnership, the carpenters union's political arm. In a settlement, PRP had to apologize for its negative campaign against Cayetano and donate $100, 000 to the University of Hawaii Medical School and $25, 000 to the Hawaiian Humane Society in Cayetano's name. In the 2018 race for lieutenant governor, the carpenters criticized former state Sen. Jill Tokuda in a race she lost to Josh Green, who later went on to become governor. Tokuda now serves in Congress representing rural Oahu and the neighbor islands. More recently, the carpenters backed former Honolulu Council Chair Ikaika Anderson in his 2022 race for lieutenant governor against state Rep. Sylvia Luke. Luke, who defeated Anderson, wanted to limit the state's financial support for a permanent tax for rail construction. But the carpenters' newest public campaign against Hawaiian Electric stands out, according to Colin Moore, who teaches public policy at the University of Hawaii and serves as associate professor at the University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization. This time, Moore said, the carpenters are not focusing on a single political candidate who questions rail, Hawaii's largest public works project, which carries the potential of work for generations of trade unions. And they're notably taking on Hawaiian Electric alone, without the support of other unions. 'It's extremely rare to see this, ' Moore said. But given the carpenters' history of political activism and willingness to challenge established and well-known political candidates, Moore said he isn't surprised. 'The carpenters play offense, and most unions in Hawaii play defense, ' he said. 'The carpenters play a more sophisticated game that requires the ability to poll and have the public relations talent to execute a PR strategy like this. The carpenters stand out.' The carpenters' campaign against Hawaiian Electric has angered its fellow trade unions, which offered a rare, public rebuke Thursday. The Hawaii Building and Construction Trades Council, AFL-CIO—composed of IBEW and other island labor unions—blasted the carpenters for what it called 'a smear campaign reeking of mainland politics and misinformation.' The Trades Council said the Hawaii Carpenters Union wants to 'secure an exclusive labor agreement with Hawaiian Electric Company that would exclude other construction trades unions from the work they perform.' Gino Soquena, executive director of the Hawaii Building and Construction Trades Council, AFL-CIO, said in the statement 'that the Carpenters are known for poaching other trade unions work, and this would allow them to do that.' Chincio, of the IBEW, told the Star-Advertiser that in all his years on jobs for Hawaiian Electric—which have involved tearing up concrete, digging holes for poles, wiring them for serv ice and pouring new concrete—'we've never had carpenters since the beginning of time, going back to Thomas Edison.' Pereira, of the Carpenters Union, could not immediately identify any work that union carpenters currently perform for Hawaiian Electric. Kelly, the utility's spokesperson, said, 'We don't build a lot of houses here at Hawaiian Electric.' 'We also don't have experience with project labor agreements, so we also didn't know what the potential impact would be of a 20-year exclusive project labor agreement with the carpenters, ' Kelly said. 'I don't know why this was an issue and they decided to attack the company and alienate some of their union colleagues.' To try and prevent a showdown between the carpenters and Hawaiian Electric, Chincio said, 'I told Ron (Taketa ), 'Everyone come talk story.' But he said, 'Nope. Not interested.' The carpenters' campaign against HB 982 shows the level of the union's sophistication and its willingness to fight for what it wants—even if it means alienating other labor unions, Moore said. 'Taking a technical, utility bill and transforming it into a kitchen table issue that typical ratepayers can understand (serves as ) a master class in a way to expand a contained, elite-level policy dispute into this broader public policy, ' Moore said. 'They've turned it into ratepayers vs. a monopoly utility.' The carpenters' pressure also 'puts the legislators in a difficult position because I suspect this is not popular, and it's difficult to communicate to residents why they have to pay even more for electricity to help a public utility that is not well liked, to put it mildly, ' Moore said. 'Technical legal bills are tough to debate in public, and now they will have to explain it to their constituents.' A compromise for legislators could include the possibility of deferring both SB 897 and HB 982, Moore said. Whatever happens, even following its apology and settlement with Cayetano, Moore doubts that Pacific Resource Partnership and the Hawaii Carpenters Union will change tactics or their reputation as a union willing go it alone. 'They're known for being aggressive and smart, ' Moore said. 'They're certainly among the most sophisticated political operatives in the state.' Cayetano used less charitable terms. 'These guys have no hesitation to say and do anything to accomplish their aims, ' he told the Star-Advertiser. 'The carpenters have been accused of trying to infringe on labor unions, electricians and everybody else.'
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29-03-2025
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Carpenters union bashes Hawaiian Electric
Hawaii's biggest construction labor union is embroiled in a fight with the state's largest electrical utility and a union representing over 1, 000 of its employees. The Hawaii Regional Council of Carpenters announced Thursday that it launched a public awareness campaign in part to replace leaders of Hawaiian Electric and build opposition to a bill pending at the Legislature that originally intended to establish a $1 billion fund to pay for damage from potential future catastrophic wildfires for which a regulated utility is liable. The union describes House Bill 982 as a bailout for the utility company paid for by customers. 'We're raising the alarm because no one else is, ' Ronald Taketa, the union's executive secretary and treasurer, said in a statement. 'While HECO's top executives collect massive paychecks and bonuses—even after losing $1.4 billion—Hawaii residents are being asked to pay more for less accountability, ' he said. 'This isn't just bad policy—it's corporate greed in action, and it must be stopped. … This fight is about fairness, accountability, and standing up for the people.' Hawaiian Electric claims that the carpenters union is railing against the company and the bill, which last week was amended to only study provisions of the proposed Wildfire Recovery Fund, in retaliation for the company refusing to sign a labor agreement with the union. Don 't miss out on what 's happening ! Stay in touch with breaking news, as it happens, conveniently in your email inbox. It 's FREE ! Email 28141 Sign Up By clicking to sign up, you agree to Star-Advertiser 's and Google 's and. This form is protected by reCAPTCHA. 'Let's be clear—this campaign by the Carpenters has nothing to do with the cost of living or legislation or accountability or what executives get paid, ' the utility company said in a statement. 'This is payback because we wouldn't sign a 20-year Project Labor Agreement with the Carpenters—they warned us this is what would happen if we didn't go along.' 'Bully-tactics' The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 1260, which represents about 1, 200 Hawaiian Electric employees, accused the carpenters union of using 'bully-tactics ' to extort the utility for the labor agreement. 'Holding Hawaiian Electric hostage in its efforts to stabilize operations and minimize costs to ratepayers, the Carpenters demanded that HECO sign an agreement that would have excluded the other seventeen Hawaii building and construction trades unions and their members from work on future HECO projects, ' IBEW 1260 said in a statement. Leroy Chincio Jr., IBEW 1260 business manager and financial secretary, described the beef as a 'dark day ' for Hawaii labor unions. 'They basically wanted all or nothing, ' he said in an interview, referencing the carpenters union. 'That's totally against everything that organized labor stands for.' Taketa said the proposed labor agreement applied to construction traditionally performed by union carpenters and not work performed by IBEW members. For a March 20 hearing on HB 982, eight local construction industry unions in addition to IBEW testified in support of the bill along with the Hawaii Fire Fighters Association Local 1463 AFL-CIO. About a dozen other organizations, including the Kaua 'i Island Utility Cooperative and the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii, also endorsed the bill along with numerous individuals. Opponents of the bill that testified at the same hearing were the carpenters union, the Hawaii Association for Justice, the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies and one individual. As part of its multimedia campaign, the carpenters union wants Hawaiian Electric leadership replaced, urges the public to testify against HB 982, established the website and commissioned a March 5-10 public opinion poll from Strategies 360 Research about the bill. Bill opposition According to Strategies 360, 75 % of 500 registered voters who participated in the poll opposed the bill based on a short description, and opposition increased to 82 % after further description. Hawaiian Electric called the poll a 'push poll ' designed to yield desired opposition. On the campaign's website, the carpenters union said the original version of the bill would allow a utility to pass the financial fallout of wildfire damages on to ratepayers even if company negligence contributed to such a disaster. Hawaiian Electric said if a utility were found negligent, then company shareholders would be on the hook to replenish the fund up to about $350 million. The carpenters union also claims that the original bill would lock in higher utility rates for years and allow Hawaiian Electric to recover $1 billion through charges on customers' electrical bills. Hawaiian Electric said a bond would be issued to establish a $1 billion recovery fund for future wildfires, with customers paying about $4 a month for bond interest, and that the Legislature could refund some or all of the customer payments in 10 years if fire risk is reduced and there are no catastrophic fires. According to the state Department of the Attorney General, the original version of HB 982 'attempts to address the risk of catastrophic wildfires by providing an efficient, low-cost process for property owners, renters, businesses, and their insurers to obtain compensation for the damage resulting from a catastrophic wildfire that a regulated utility is alleged to have caused or contributed to, while limiting the liability of the regulated utility to protect its financial health.' The governor's office said in written testimony that it appreciates the intent of the bill, but suggested that more funding come from stockholders in Hawaiian Electric's parent company while less funding come from ratepayers. In response, a House committee on Feb. 5 amended the bill to require that shareholders and ratepayers each finance about half of the $1 billion fund. The latest change was made March 20 by two House committees so that the bill would instead convene a working group within the state Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to analyze provisions of Wildfire Recovery Fund proposals considered this year by the Legislature. The carpenters union said the bill was rushed without sufficient public awareness or input and that it is concerned the bill could be amended again to its original purpose and become law. The union said its multimedia campaign will continue beyond the end of this legislative session to serve as 'public watchdog on HECO's actions.' HB 982 would not affect a pending $4 billion settlement over the August 2023 Maui wildfire disaster. Hawaiian Electric agreed to pay $2 billion of this obligation as compensation to victims of the fire that killed 102 people and destroyed most of Lahaina. Hawaiian Electric has said ratepayers will not pay more for electricity because of the $2 billion outlay to be paid over four years. So far, the company has funded an initial installment by selling new stock in its parent, Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc. HEI recorded the total $2 billion expense on its financial books in 2024, and after accounting for other operations and tax impacts, the company's net loss was $1.43 billion. Despite the loss, top HEI and Hawaiian Electric executives received bigger compensation packages, which include base pay, bonuses, stock awards, deferred compensation, pension value and other things. For instance, total compensation for HEI President and CEO Scott Seu rose to $6.5 million from $5.4 million in 2023 and $3.8 million in 2022. Shelee Kimura, Hawaiian Electric president and CEO, earned $2.6 million in total compensation in 2024, up from $2.1 million in 2023 and $1.5 million in 2022. The company said Friday that Seu and Kimura decided to forgo increased pay for 2024. 12 Comments By participating in online discussions you acknowledge that you have agreed to the. An insightful discussion of ideas and viewpoints is encouraged, but comments must be civil and in good taste, with no personal attacks. If your comments are inappropriate, you may be banned from posting. Report comments if you believe they do not follow our. Having trouble with comments ? .
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12-03-2025
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L.A. Woman: Alahna Jade Shares her Vision for her Hollywood Hotspot, Linden
Lately, there's been an exciting emergence of Black-owned hospitality ventures in L.A. — with Linden leading the Jade and her fiancé, Sterling 'Steelo' Brim — best known for his longtime role as host of MTV comedy clip staple Ridiculousness — joined forces with New York restaurateurs Vincent Bryant and Scott Williams (behind the Lower East Side's Las' Lap) to create this inviting and effortlessly cool new food destination in the heart of Hollywood that evokes the culture and backgrounds of its owners.'Being Black and being in Hollywood, there's a lot of spaces that are welcoming of us but don't necessarily put us at the forefront,' Jade says. 'I think being able to create a space for people who look like us in that location … there's a different sort of love that you get. It was important for us to create this space because the Black dollar is big, and it goes a long way, and being able to regenerate that back into our community is really important to us.' Also meaningful to Jade and her partners is helping fellow Angelenos when they can. Linden donated $20,000 to the California Community Foundation's Wildfire Recovery Fund in Los Angeles as well as 20 percent of their January proceeds to the cause — which surely made an impact, because the place is visibly packed every night. And for good by New York's multicultural Linden Boulevard, Costa Rican and African-American chef Jonathan Harris' dishes nod to soul food and the Caribbean yet taste universal and innovative. His creations — from crispy duck fat fries and fried chicken to the perfect burger smothered in garlic lemon aioli — are rich in flavor, and portions are input into the space has been significant. She says her partners sought her opinion on everything, from the (Black) art on the walls to the choices of decor and the vibe in the main room and adjacent speakeasy called Dot. The Montana native, who began working in food when she was younger and later shifted to marketing and PR, knows how to garner attention and create excitement for the restaurant — which delivers on the buzz. 'It's been a team effort, but I definitely took lead on decor and things they felt needed a woman's touch,' she says. 'I'm really grateful to my fiancé, because I think that was something that he was really passionate about — not being another all-male-led business. He really gave me that platform and believed in me.'And she knows how rare that is: 'There's not a lot of women in hospitality and I don't think women get a lot of opportunities,' Jade says. 'So I am really blessed.' "The Black dollar is big, and it goes a long way, and being able to regenerate that back into our community is really important to us.'
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28-01-2025
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Give a Gift and Help L.A. Wildfire Relief Efforts with These Brands
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." As of this writing, the fires in California are becoming contained, but the threat isn't over and the damage is overwhelming. With the devastation to local communities, immediate relief efforts are underway to get people the essentials they need for daily life, and organizations are planning for long-term aid efforts. Across the state and country, organizations, brands, and individuals are coming together to support a community that has a long road ahead of it. A number of brands are even offering to replace items that people have lost, such as small appliances and cribs while others are donating proceeds from their products to wildfire relief and support efforts. We rounded up 10 brands that are donating 100 percent of proceeds from specific products to a variety of organizations and charities coming together to help those affected by the fires. If you're looking for a cozy gift for a loved one or need something for yourself, you can consider choosing from this list, knowing you'll be meeting your needs as well as helping to meet others' needs as well. We also included some information about the organizations helping with relief efforts and where to donate. Your contribution to these organizations may even count as a tax-deductible donation. To aid in wildfire relief, Little Words Project is donating 100 percent of proceeds from its beaded Resilience bracelet to the Wildfire Recovery Fund by the California Community Foundation. The company is also donating 25 percent of net proceeds from its Love Club collection to the Wildfire Recovery Fund. This collection features Valentine's themed charms and sayings, as well as tote bags, stickers, and jewelry.$25.00 at Clothing and accessories from Clare V. have the laid-back vibe of California style with the sophisticated nature of Parisian fashion. The made in L.A 'Los Angeles Je T'Aime' Original Tee is 100percent cotton with a roomy, unisex fit. Clare V. will donate 100 percent of profits from sales of this shirt to The American Red Cross, which is currently aiding in providing relief for those affected by the recent fires.$100.00 at Although Jacquie Aiche may specialize in jewelry, the brand is donating 100 percent of the proceeds from each Tribe Together Tote purchase to the California Fire Foundation. The tote features an image designed to symbolize love for Los Angeles and dedication to relief efforts. The company is also donating 100 percent of all online sales to the Pasadena Humane Society—which is helping provide shelter for animals that were displaced by the fires— through the end of January.$50.00 at To support The American Red Cross and the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, Fanatics is donating 100 percent of the proceeds from their LA Strong line to relief efforts. Whether you're a dedicated Dodgers fan or love LAFC, you can find your team of choice and pick from a variety of hoodies and t-shirts.$35.00 at That Gay Guy Candle Co. offers a wide range of eye-catching, cheeky labels and scents. All proceeds from the brand's 'I Love Los Angeles' candle sales will benefit The American Red Cross to support their efforts to provide safe shelter, essentials, and support. The candle comes in a variety of scents, including Clean Cotton, White Sage + Lavender, Apple Harvest, and more. It also donates 5 percent of monthly sales to organizations that assist the LGBTQ+ community.$25.00 at Jennifer Vallez is a small business that specializes in inspirational artwork. To support relief efforts, Jennifer designed a line of LA Fire Fundraiser products, including the LA Fire Fundraiser Mug, featuring an image of a firefighter hugging a member of the Los Angeles community. All proceeds from the sale of the mug and other items in this collection will go toward the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, American Red Cross, and the Best Friends Animal Society.$25.00 at Based in Southern California, The Shop Forward is a clothing and apparel brand that's currently donating all proceeds from two of its collections to support relief efforts. The California Collection features a variety of sweatshirts and t-shirts, including the 'I Love You California' Unisex Pullover Sweatshirt, that showcases the state and encourages love and strength. The Valentine's Day collection of sweatshirts and t-shirts have fun sayings and, of course, hearts. Donations will go to local organizations that are providing short and long-term recovery relief.$44.00 at 4x4ward offers a variety of camping-inspired stickers and pennants, as well as other apparel, gear, and racing memorabilia. This brand is currently donating and matching 100 percent of proceeds from their 4x4nia map stickers to help provide wildfire relief. This sticker shows a variety of cities and natural landmarks, and it's the perfect size for a water bottle or laptop.$6.00 at Among Sydney Evan's custom and fine jewelry offerings is the Gold & Diamond California State Necklace, made of 14k yellow gold in the shape of California and filled with sparkling diamonds. All proceeds from the sale of the necklace will benefit the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation.$1245.00 at Seek & Swoon offers sustainably made and domestically produced throws inspired by different travel destinations. All of the net proceeds from Seek & Swoon's limited-edition, California coast inspired Malibu Throw will go toward the California Community Foundation to aid in their efforts to help people who are most in need after the fires.$175.00 at If you don't want to purchase an item, but still want to donate to wildfire relief, ahead are some organizations that are offering immediate and ongoing assistance to wildfire victims. Many students and staff across the Los Angeles areas have lost their homes as result of the wildfires. The Los Angeles Unified School District Education Foundation has established an Emergency Relief Fund that will help families and employees with direct cash assistance, provide in-class resources, and offer assistance for mental health support among other services. Donate here The California Community Foundation supports a variety of funds that offer solutions for houseless people, veterans, the arts, and more. The foundation's Wildfire Recovery Fund is dedicated to providing housing, mental health, and medical care for those affected by the wildfires. Donate here The California Fire Foundation offers benefits, resources, and educational assistance to the families of fallen firefighters, and supports current firefighters, and their families. The foundation also offers financial support to communities impacted by fires. Its Wildfire & Disaster Relief Fund directly supports the victims of the wildfires by providing $250 gift cards to purchase basic necessities. Donate here Habitat for Humanity is known for making homeownership a possibility for low-income individuals and families. In the wake of the fires, ReBUILD LA® is a long-term emergency response campaign that's offering immediate assistance to victims of the fire. Its efforts include providing essential goods, replacing home furnishings, and rebuilding the homes that were lost. Donate here Baby2Baby provides diapers, clothing, and other basic necessities to families with children who are living in poverty. During disasters, this organization is quick to mobilize and bring supplies and support to families in need. In Los Angeles, Baby2Baby has provided diapers, formula, water, blankets, and clothing to families and evacuation centers to aid in immediate and ongoing relief due to the wildfires. Donate here You Might Also Like The Paris Hilton Housewares Collection Brings 'That's Hot' Energy to Your Kitchen 16 Best Noise-Canceling Headphones Perfect for Rocking Out in Quiet Bliss Beyoncé Uses This $26 Amazon Product for Her Glossy Blonde Hair
