As a consumer protection advocate, I've seen the egregious ways scammers take advantage of natural disasters. As victims who lost homes navigate insurance payouts and charity or government assistance, scammers sometimes pose as these organizations in an attempt to get your banking or personal information.
If you're a fire victim, be sure to do your research before handing over any personal information, and check out this article for more tips.
Scammers also take advantage of those of us who want to help during a natural disaster, posing as a charity or family in need. It's a disgusting way to make a buck.
When deciding where to donate, my suggestion is to always do a bit of research on the charity you're giving to. While there are lots of grifters out there, there are also lots of dedicated journalists who have written about the many organizations on the ground in LA right now who could use your support. Here's one of those articles.
One of the organizations doing critical work right now is the California Fire Foundation. The California Fire Foundation is operated by California Professional Firefighters, the union which represents 35,000 firefighters and emergency medical service personnel across the state.
The California Fire Foundation supports:
1) Firefighters, by helping families of firefighters who are killed or injured in the line of duty.
2) Fire victims, by distributing $250 gift cards to eligible survivors who need assistance getting things like food and clothing.
I am praying for my neighbors in Los Angeles and so thankful for all of the hard work of the first responders who are on the frontlines.
With gratitude,
Katie Porter
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Katie Porter started Truth to Power to support Democrats who reject corporate PAC money and are running to protect the environment, restore the nationwide right to an abortion, and create an economy that works for working people. |
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