Steve and Connie Ballmer Statement on the Los Angeles Wildfires

We love L.A. and are committed to supporting the communities affected by the devastating wildfires. In coordination with our local partners, Ballmer Group will contribute to addressing immediate food and shelter needs in the community and supporting our first responders.  

We’ve dedicated an initial $15 million in emergency funding for the many people impacted by these fires, particularly in the historic, racially diverse community of Altadena. The list of the organizations and efforts for which we’re providing immediate support is below.     

We are also honored to host FireAid at the Intuit Dome in partnership with the Azoff Family, Live Nation, and AEG Presents. Airing live on 1/30, FireAid is an evening of music and solidarity dedicated to rebuilding communities devastated by wildfires and supporting efforts to prevent future fire disasters throughout Southern California.   We understand that there will be a long road to recovery for the L.A. region and remain committed to supporting the community.   

 Wildfire Relief Funds: 

• Pasadena Community Foundation – Eaton Canyon Fire Relief & Recovery Fund 
• California Community Foundation – Wildfire Recovery Fund   
• United Way of Greater Los Angeles – LA County Wildfire Respond Fund  
• California Black Freedom Fund at California Community Foundation – Black LA Relief & Recovery Fund  

 Emergency Shelters & Temporary Housing: 

• American Red Cross – Response and Disaster Relief Los Angeles Region 
• Airbnb.org – LA Wildfire Emergency Housing  

 Food & Basic Needs 

• Los Angeles Regional Food Bank – Disaster Relief Fund 
• Hollywood Food Coalition 

 First Responder Support: 

• Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation – LAFD Foundation Emergency Wildfire Fund  
• Anti-Recidivism Coalition – ARC Firefighter Fund 

  Basic Needs Support for Students and Families: 

• Pasadena Educational Foundation – Eaton Fire Response Fund 
• Pasadena City College Foundation – PCC Community Relief Fund 
• Santa Monica College Foundation – SMC Disaster Support  
• Foundation for the Los Angeles Community Colleges – LA Strong: Disaster Response Fund 
• LAUSD Education Foundation – Emergency Relief Fund  
• Greater Los Angeles Education Foundation – LA County Education Wildfire Recovery Fund  

 Youth Development Organizations Supporting Displaced Youth 

• Boys & Girls Club of America – Los Angeles County Clubs 
• California State Alliance of YMCAs – Los Angeles County Branches