Reddit Matches Donations for LA Wildfire Relief Fund
Reddit Matches Donations for LA Wildfire Relief Fund
š„ LA's Reddit Army vs Wildfires
Reddit is partnering with r/LosAngeles to support wildfire recovery efforts through GoFundMe's Wildfire Relief Fund. The platform will match donations up to $20,000 through their Community Funds program.
- Donations will support:
- Cash grants
- Small business aid
- Community relief projects
- Vetted nonprofits
Los Angeles has established 10 donation/volunteer sites across the city. Residents can contribute essentials or volunteer time to support affected communities.
Before visiting donation sites, verify current operating hours and needs.
r/LosAngeles is raising money for @gofundme's Wildfire Relief Fund, and Reddit is matching up to $20,000 of eligible donations through our Community Funds program. Donations support verified charitable needs, including cash grants, small business aid, community relief projects,
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