Elderly individuals in need following CA wildfires

Elderly individuals affected by the CA wildfires that have decimated towns in Los Angeles county are in need.

GoFundMe has launched a centralized hub where all of the verified fundraisers for people impacted by the California wildfires can be found, making it easier for people to donate.

HOW TO HELP OR DONATE

• Donate to a verified fundraiser via the California Wildfire Relief Hub

• Spread awareness by sharing verified fundraisers and the centralized hub link across social media channels. Encouraging others to donate to or share verified fundraisers can also make a difference for individuals and families who need help right now.

• Donate to the GoFundMe.org 2025 Wildfire Relief Fund. Tax-deductible donations will go directly to people impacted through grants who are seeking help through GoFundMe fundraisers, and to nonprofit organizations on the ground providing relief.

• Start a certified charity fundraiser for a verified organization providing critical support to those affected

“Our hearts continue to be with everyone impacted by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. At GoFundMe, we are working around the clock to ensure these impacted communities receive the support they need. To make it easier for people who want to help those affected, GoFundMe created a centralized hub housing all verified GoFundMe pages related to these wildfires in Southern California. Our Trust & Safety team will continue to update this page with more fundraisers as they are verified.”

Some GoFundMe CA wildfire fundraisers for the elderly

Here are fundraisers for several individuals who have selflessly given back to the community and are now facing immense challenges due to the fire:

Louvenia Jenkins, a 97-year-old resident of Pacific Palisades lost her home in the recent wildfires. A pioneering black homeowner in the neighborhood, Louvenia is a beloved retired educator. She has dedicated her life to supporting others, including establishing a scholarship fund for African American students. She discussed that and more in a heartfelt interview on Make Big Talk. A GoFundMe has been started to help her rebuild following the devastating loss.

Christina Smith is taking an unpaid, indefinite leave of absence from work to provide care for her 89-year-old  grandmother after the Eaton Fire destroyed her home. A fundraiser has been started to help with essential needs. “My sister Brandee and I were raised in this home in Altadena; every memory we had left of our dad is gone, and she had to leave with nothing but the clothes on her back.”

To view more, please visit GoFundMe’s centralized hub.