Since the L.A. fires broke out Tuesday, thousands of families have been displaced after losing their homes. Over 12,000 structures, including homes and office buildings, have been destroyed.
Several celebrities who call Los Angeles home have pitched in to help survivors.
Beyoncé
On Sunday, Beyoncé’s charity foundation, BEY Good, announced a Fire Relief Fund which she seeded with $2.5 million to aid victims of the Eaton fire.
“Los Angeles we stand with you. ” the Instagram post read. “BeyGOOD is taking action by announcing the LA Fire Relief Fund with a donation of 2.5 million dollars.”
“The fund is earmarked to aid families in the Altadena/Pasadena area who lost their homes, and to churches and community centers to address the immediate needs of those affected by the wildfires.”
Paris Hilton
Paris Hilton, who lost her own home in Malibu in the Pacific Palisades fire, announced an emergency fund to help families in need, which she seeded with a generous donation.
“As a mom, I can’t imagine the pain and fear of not having a safe place for your babies so I’m launching an emergency fund through my nonprofit 11:11 Media Impact to support displaced families with young children,” Hilton wrote. “I am matching the first $100,000 of this fundraiser and personally contributing $100,000 directly to my nonprofit to support. I am looking for others to donate and match alongside me to do our part!”
Selena Gomez
Selena Gomez is stepping up to contribute a large amount to aid L.A. wildfire victims.
While Gomez did not publicly announce her donation, the CEO of Direct Relief, Thomas Tighe, confirmed that the Rare Beauty founder donated $5 million to their Wildfire Relief Fund.
Shortly after the fires broke out, Gomez reposted a statement to her Instagram story from her company’s account.
“As a Los Angeles-based team, our hearts are with California as we face massive wildfires that have threatened communities, displaced families, and destroyed homes. Please visit the following resources if you’re in need of support during this time.”
Jamie Lee Curtis
Moved by the impact of the wildfires in her neighborhood Pacific Palisades, Jamie Lee Curtis announced a donation of $1 million to relief victims.
“As the fire still rages on and @calfire @losangelesfiredepartment and all the available first responders and agencies involved in fighting fire and saving lives are still hard at work and neighbors and friends are banding together to save each other, my husband and I and our children have pledged $1 million from our Family Foundation to start a fund of support for our great city and state and the great people who live and love there,” Curtis wrote on Instagram.
“I’m in communication with Governor Newsom and Mayor Bass and Senator Schiff as to where those funds need to be directed for the most impact.”
Kylie Jenner
Although Kylie Jenner did not specify an exact amount, the Kylie Cosmetics owner vowed to donate money. “Our hearts go out to all of those impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires, Jenner wrote in her Instagram stories. “To help support the communities affected, we’re making a donation to the California Fire Foundation Wildfire & Disaster Relief Fund. The Wildfire & Disaster Relief Fund is an extension of the California Fire Foundation.”