BONUS: I’ll Be There For You!

The LA fire disaster has brought the community together – family, friends and neighbors helping each other, and total strangers helping total strangers. It’s great to see, and in addition to Lala sharing a few ways you can help those affected by the firestorm, Lala also asked you to relate a moment that someone stepped up for you in a big way! It’s a celebration of compassion and kindness!  HOW TO HELLP Baby2Baby is accepting donations to support children impacted by the wildfires. GoFundMe has compiled a list of verified fundraisers for people impacted by the ongoing wildfires. SPCALA’s Disaster Animal Response Team is seeking donations to support emergency services, such as temporary animal shelters and front-line veterinary care. The Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation is accepting donations to support firefighters on the front lines. The foundation is seeking monetary donations, wildland brush tools, hydration backpacks and emergency fire shelters. The California Fire Foundation is looking for donations to support surviving families of fallen firefighters, firefighters and the communities they serve. The Salvation Army is accepting monetary donations and items to support those affected by the wildfires. World Central Kitchen, spearheaded by chef José Andrés, has a relief team in Southern California to assist first responders and families. The organization is accepting donations to support the ongoing relief effort. The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is accepting donations and looking for volunteers. Direct Relief is also accepting donations to support those impacted by the wildfires. Community Organized Relief Effort, or CORE, is accepting donations to support wildfire victims. MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES Los Angeles County ACCESS Center: Available to provide support through 1-800-854-7771 988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline: Call or text 988 for immediate help, or access their Lifeline live chat. California Department of Public Health: Provides guidance on coping with loss, discussing wildfires with children, and more. Details are available here. Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health Resources: A curated list of mental health services for those impacted by the fires is available here. GTL Bonus video episodes available Mondays at 9am Pacific on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@GiveThemLalaPodcast?si=9oETguBpysJbttBz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices