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Beyoncé has extended her support to communities affected by the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, donating $2.5 million through her BeyGOOD foundation. The announcement, shared on Instagram on Sunday, Jan. 12, revealed that the funds would go toward the newly established L.A. Fire Relief Fund created by her charity.
“Los Angeles, we stand with you. ” the post read. The donation will support families in the Altadena and Pasadena areas who have lost their homes. Additionally, it will aid churches and community centers in addressing the urgent needs of wildfire survivors.
The foundation encouraged others to contribute and learn more about its efforts by visiting the BeyGOOD website. Beyoncé launched BeyGOOD in 2013 to support various social and environmental causes.
The donation follows news of the wildfire’s rising death toll, which reached 24 as of Sunday evening, according to the L.A. County Medical Examiner. Sixteen of the fatalities occurred in the Eaton fire zone, while eight were reported near the Palisades area. The Palisades fire has burned over 23,000 acres with only 11% containment, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
L.A. County Sheriff Robert Luna reported that at least 16 individuals remain missing since the wildfires began on Tuesday, Jan. 7.
The wildfire crisis has inspired many celebrities to lend their support. Actress Tika Sumpter and Halle Berry donated personal goods, while others provided financial assistance. Despite losing her Malibu home to the flames, Paris Hilton pledged $100,000 to support fire victims and promised to match additional donations up to $100,000.
Eva Longoria also contributed $50,000 to the nonprofit organization This Is About Humanity. She shared an emotional video on Instagram, emphasizing the urgency of relief efforts. “I don’t think it’s the time to analyze what went wrong,” Longoria said. “We’ve got to focus on the situation right now. To everyone out there helping, thank you.”
The wildfires, which began earlier this month, have caused widespread destruction and displacement, with countless families left in need of shelter and resources. Beyoncé’s donation and the collective efforts of others aim to bring relief and hope to those affected during this difficult time
