CATHOLIC PARISHES, SCHOOL AND ORGANIZATIONS OFFER AID FOR VICTIMS OF RECENT FIRES
January 10, 2025  |  By:   |  Press Releases  |  

As recent wildfires have devasted many communities throughout the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, Catholic parishes, schools and organizations are offering support and resources for victims of the wildfires as reported in Angelus News, the multimedia news outlets of the Archdiocese.

“In this moment, God is calling each of us to be the instruments through which he shows his love and compassion and care to those who are suffering,” said Archbishop José H. Gomez during his homily at a Mass for the victims of the wildfires. “We must be the ones who bring comfort to our neighbors in this time of disaster. And we must be the ones also who stand by their side and help them to rebuild and go forward with courage and faith and hope in God.”

The Archdiocese has created a Wildfire Victims Emergency Relief Fund to help all those suffering from the recent fires and has asked parishes to hold a second collection during the month of January. The fund will provide financial support to victims of the fires for food, clothing and other needs. Those in need of assistance can contact their local parish to request a grant from the fund. Donations to help the victims of the fires can also be made online at https://lacatholics.org/california-fires/.

Following is information on resources and support offered by Catholic parishes, schools and ministries to help victims of the fires. List on https://angelusnews.com/local/la-catholics/la-fires-catholic-help/ will be updated on ongoing basis:

  • St. Pius X-St. Matthias Academy (7851 Gardendale St., Downey) is hosting a donation drive on Friday, Jan. 10, and Saturday, Jan. 11. The school is accepting immediate items needed such as pre-packaged snacks, bottled water, soap, shampoo, deodorant, blankets, batteries, flashlights, and puzzles/games (enter through the football stadium parking lot and deliver items to the student store).
  • St. Anthony Croatian Church (712 N Grand Ave., Los Angeles) has opened its parish center for anyone in need of emergency shelter due to the fires.
  • American Martyrs School is collecting donations of toiletries and hygiene products, new undergarments, snacks and non-perishable foods, and bottled waters. The school is located at 1701 Laurel Ave., Manhattan Beach. 
  • All Souls Church (29 S. Electric Ave., Alhambra) is collecting gift cards, clothing, school supplies, and more. Full list of items needed is available at https://www.instagram.com/p/DEk4hPJS-4L/. 
  • St. Cyprian School (5133 E. Arbor Rd., Long Beach) is holding a daily donation drive from through January 16 from 8am to 3:30pm. Full list of items needed is available at https://www.facebook.com/1182154062/videos/1688261382034461/
  • Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Los Angeles (SVDPLA) is collecting and distributing food items, clothing, hygiene kits, and other resources.
  • Mayfield Senior School (500 Bellefontaine St., Pasadena) will be open for donations Saturday, Jan. 11, from 12-3 p.m. and Monday, Jan. 13, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Full list of items needed is available at https://www.instagram.com/p/DEoRS2sJnFX/.
  • St. Philip the Apostle Church (151 S. Hill Ave., Pasadena) is open from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. for those who have evacuated or lost their homes.
  • Loyola High School (1901 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles) is opening its Caruso Hall to both offer aid such as food, showers, and resources, while also taking donations from donors, such as non-perishable food, clothes, hygiene products, blankets and more.
  • St. Rita School (Sierra Madre) is collecting donations for school families here.
  • Catholic Charities USA launched today a dedicated disaster relief donation campaign.
  • Ramona Convent Secondary School (1701 W. Ramona Rd., Alhambra) is holding a donation drive Friday, Jan. 10, from 4-8 p.m. Donations can be dropped off at the school gym. Full list of items needed is available at https://www.instagram.com/p/DEoCLYSyCLH/?img_index=1.  
  • La Salle College Preparatory School (Pasadena) is collecting donations for school families at lasallehs.org/lancersupportfund. 
  • St. Francis High School (La Canada) is collecting donations for school families at sfhslc.ejoinme.org/eatonfire.

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