Supporting our Community During the Fires

UPDATED RESOURCE LIST

• Most up to date and in depth resource list: https://www.collaboratepasadena.org/

• Donate school supplies to Rise families affected by the fires: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/QEMWA8BIL156?ref_=wl_share

• One-stop relief and resources portal: https://lacounty.gov/relief/

• Dynamic site map:https://www.fireaid.info

• Apply for assistance through the Caltech Emergency Fund: https://giving.caltech.edu/areas-to-support/relief/apply

*last updated 1/28/25

Dear Caltech Y Friends,

The devastating fires in the Los Angeles area have affected countless lives. We are fortunate that our staff remains safe, although some are still displaced. We are heartbroken for the many community members who have suffered significant losses, including losing their homes. If this is you, please know that our hearts go out to you during this unimaginably difficult time.

As we navigate the road to recovery together, we are working to assist local partner organizations with volunteer and donation needs, compile resources to keep the Caltech student community aware of ways to help, as well as reaching out to families in the Rise tutoring program to assist where we can.

Our community is forever changed by these events, but the outpouring of support gives us strength and hope. The Caltech Y is committed to both immediate and long-term recovery efforts, and we will remain in close contact with community organizations to provide ongoing support in the months ahead.

If you are looking for ways to help, here are a few resources:

• Caltech has established a Disaster Relief Fund to support Caltech and JPL members affected by the fires.

• The Harris-Bacor Family Foundation, a long-time supporter of the Rise Program, has launched the Eaton Wildfire Relief Fund to assist families in immediate need.

We are continuing to identify other organizations accepting donations and coordinating relief efforts and include a few helpful resources here:

• Caltech website

• City of Pasadena (being updated consistently)

• LA Times listing of volunteer opportunities

In order to best support our community and get a sense of where everyone is, we also want to hear from you. Please let us know how you are doing and/or if you have suggestions on how we can further support the community via this very short (<2 mins) questionnaire. Your input is invaluable during this time.

With love and solidarity,

Athena Castro

On behalf of the Caltech Y Board, students, and staff

*Come back to this page for updates as we begin to move forward