Habitat for Humanity LA Launches New Programs To Help CA Fire Victims Build Back

In this podcast, Lisa Foxx talks to H4HLA CEO Erin Rank about all the ways they are helping struggling fire victims get back on their feet and get the rebuilding process going with their new 'ReBuild LA' Wild Fire Relief Fund and programs. Since 1990, Habitat for Humanity Greater LA, has built, rehabilitated and repaired more than 1,500+ houses in neighborhoods all over town. They believe shelter is a basic human need and Habitat LA strives to achieve its goal of eliminating substandard housing by making decent, sustainable and affordable housing a reality for all.  They have also launched NEW PROGRAMS to help the Palisades & Eaton fire victims. Thousands in need and so many ways to get involved and help. Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles Launches "ReBUILD LA® " Wild Relief Fund. Comcast NBCUniversal Announces Cornerstone Gift of $2.5 Million Los Angeles, Jan. 13, 2025 - The devastating wild res in Los Angeles have left thousands displaced, all of whom are now grappling with the emotional and financial challenges of rebuilding their lives. Many of the households affected are uninsured, underinsured, and have limited incomes. Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles (Habitat LA) has a long history of helping vulnerable households after a disaster, including rebuilding 120 homes after the recent Woolsey and Creek res. To aid current victims, Habitat LA has launched ReBUILD LA®, a long-term emergency response campaign to assist people with limited means to rebuild their homes, relocate to other housing, provide essential supplies, and restore their lives. The fund has received a cornerstone $2.5 million donation from Comcast NBCUniversal. Donations to the ReBUILD LA® campaign will: ● Help those who have lost everything rebuild or relocate, ensuring they have a safe place to call home. ● Provide essential goods through gift cards to purchase food and other necessary items. ● Support households whose homes are uninhabitable with rental or mortgage assistance and other intermediate housing needs. ● Replace home furnishings with vouchers for Habitat’s ReStores. ● Offer assistance to vulnerable survivors who have been left without options to afford housing. "ReBUILD LA® is not just about rebuilding homes—it’s about restoring hope, stability, and a future for families who have lost everything.  To donate and help rebuild Los Angeles, or to get assistance, please visit their site: https://www.habitatla.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.